Appointment FAQ's
Inspiration images/Pinterest boards are SO helpful! if you have any styles you are obsessed with, please bring those images to your appointment! If we don't have the exact dress, we probably have something super similar!
* We offer sizes 4-20 in store. We can order sizes 00-34 in most brands.*
- We have a large selection of gowns in a range of prices:
Off the Rack:
These gowns are on sale! Ranging from $1,000- $1,500 these are amazing deals and can be purchased and taken home the same day. Sadly, most of these gowns are discontinued and cannot be ordered.
Samples:
These gowns are fresh off the runway and encompass all the latest in bridal trends! These gowns can be ordered in other colors, sizes and some are even customizable! These range from $1,200- $2,500 (avg. $1,500- $1,800). Samples take approximately 6-9 months to produce and arrive in store. We do sell our samples off-the-rack on occasions when time does not allow for ordering.
- We are so excited to announce our under $1,000 collection! This is a carefully curated collection for our more budget conscious bride. These styles range from very simple to more extravagant. The majority of these styles can also be ordered in a much shorter time frame (minimum 4 months). We ask that any brides wishing to shop this collection keep in mind that is a new collection to our store. therefore, styles and sizes are limited.
- Yes! We do offer Payment Plans! A 50% deposit is required at the time of purchase, with a maximum of 6 months of installments (time permitting). All Payment plans are subject to a one time, non-refundable 15% interest/service charge.
-We do not currently have an in-house seamstress. However, we do have local partnership with an experienced seamstress that prioritizes our customers & will meet you at our store for pinning's & pick up's. She is her own business; her fees are in addition to ours.
- Please limit your guest number to 4 people . We are a small store and have limited seating and a maximum capacity limit. If you need accommodation for a larger group, please reach out to the store to ensure the guest count can be accommodated. Groups larger than 6 (plus the bride) that have not been approved may be asked to reschedule. Brides wishing to bring a larger group should consider booking a private V.I.B appointment! Please reach out to the store for details! Please note that we do respectfully request that all guests remain seated during your appointment, Your consultant will assist you in selecting gowns that fit your vision.
- Please note that children under the age of 10 years old are not permitted. At this time, we do respectfully request that customers and guests refrain from bringing small children to their appointments. Should circumstances arise that make bringing a small child to your appointment unavoidable, the child must be accompanied by an adult at all times who is not the customer receiving a service. If at any time, the child becomes disruptive to the customer experience or the experience of other customers in the store, you may be asked to reschedule. We thank you for your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience.
-NO FOOD OR DRINKS are permitted in the store. If you have a health condition that requires you to eat or drink frequently, please reach out to us prior to your appointment so that special accommodations can be made.
-If you wish to book dual or back-to-back services for Bridal, Bridesmaids or Mothers, that request must be done by calling our store at 910-353-1647. Our staff will assist you in scheduling the appointment.
All sales are final.
Our team of expert stylists are committed to helping you find the perfect dress! whether you are shopping for a prom gown or ready to have your "say yes to the dress moment" We are here for you every step of the way. If you had a 5-star experience with your personal stylist, feel free to leave them a tip. Tipping your stylist is always appreciated, but never expected. Should you wish to leave your stylist a tip for their service, you may do so by using our virtual tip jar. Our virtual tip jar is located at check out. This is a scannable QR code that links directly to your stylists Venmo account. Cash tips are also accepted. The recommended rate is 1%-2% of purchase or intended purchase price. Tips are wholly up to the discretion of the customer, they are not required to receive a service at Something Bleu.
Friendly Reminders:
- Due to an influx of appointments, we ask that if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please do so 24 hours before your scheduled appointment. Brides who do not cancel/reschedule and fail to appear at their scheduled time may be asked to pay $25 booking fee to re-book.
*** in order to protect your experience and the experience of others, we do respectfully request that guests refrain from bringing children under the age of 10 to their appointment- unless they are receiving a service. All children in attendance must be supervised by an adult other than the bride. Our staff is not responsible for unattended children. Thank you for your understanding in advance.
