By: Angela Caraway-Carlton
If you’ve been to Coral Gables, there’s a good chance you’ve run into an excited bride-to-be with a gaggle of friends and family looking to say “yes” to the perfect wedding dress. Miracle Mile, often referred to as “Bridal Row” because of all the wedding boutiques that dot the street and the surrounding area, is an ideal place to choose the wedding gown of your dreams and find dresses for the entire wedding party. Find your ultimate guide to the top wedding boutiques in Coral Gables for every “aisle style” here. A quick tip: Most wedding boutiques and salons require an appointment.
Algeria's Brides
Alegria’s Brides is a wedding salon on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables that has been in business since 1982. Its claim to fame is having one of the largest selections of gowns in the world, along with an expert staff to help find your perfect dress. Think of this as your one-stop shop where brides can find everything from a breathtaking couture creation to lingerie, shoes and headpieces. Bring along the entire wedding party – they can dress everyone from bridesmaids to the mother-of-the-bride and flower girls.
Chic Parisien
Another bridal mainstay, Chic Parisien, has been on the Coral Gables wedding scene for more than 50 years. The family-owned boutique situated on Ponce De Leon Boulevard remains a go-to salon for local brides, as well as brides from around the world. The owners have strong relationships with international design houses, so brides can expect to slip on the latest gowns from brands such as Berta, Bliss Monique Lhuillier, Lazaro and Ines Di Santo. There’s also Beach Bride by Chic Parisien, which offers staple items for bachelorette parties and honeymoons in sunny destinations. Wedding parties can also add luxe amenities to their bridal appointment, celebrating with bubbly, sweet treats and other VIP services.
Coral Gables Bridals
If you desire a bridal salon with extensive experience, pioneering bridal store Coral Gables Bridals on Coral Way, just east of Coral Gables, has been dressing brides since 1982. Several wedding dress designers have even started their careers there. Brides-to-be can choose from the latest gown designs hailing from Spain, Istanbul, Italy, Australia and the U.S. Brides will be wowed by well-known brands such as Casablanca Collection, Pronovias Atelier, Kitty Chen Collection, Maggie Sottero, Dovita, Eddy K Collection and Randy Fenoli. The shop carries exquisite collections of mantilla veils, headpieces and jewelry, and also offers alterations.
J. Del Olmo Bridal Gallery
For something unique, head to J. Del Olmo Bridal Gallery on Miracle Mile to find a well-curated collection of wedding dresses that are handpicked by the father-daughter team who own the boutique. The duo selects inclusive brands, offering dresses in a variety of styles, sizes and colors. They also offer an in-house designer who can fashion the dress of your dreams. Brides are treated to spacious dressing rooms and a gallery to show off their options to their bride tribe. Once you find “the” dress, the store can alter it for a custom fit.
Rosa Clará
Whether you’re looking to wow with something sparkly or shine like a princess in a ball gown on your wedding day, Rosa Clará on Miracle Mile has a fit for every personality. The elegant dress line is known for creating flattering silhouettes and using the finest materials. Thanks to the knowledgeable staff, brides will be able to narrow down their perfect wedding style, from demure to romantic or bohemian. If you’re looking for an incredible dress that won’t break the bank, watch out for their annual sample sale.
Take a Break From Shopping
Celebrate the shopping occasion with a glass of bubbly poolside at The Biltmore Hotel, which is also a popular wedding venue located just a couple of miles from Miracle Mile. Or take a delicious shopping break at spots such as Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant, Doc B’s Fresh Kitchen or Salumeria 104.