The Brides Project

I would definitely recommend the Brides Project to any bride! The have a great selection of dresses in many different sizes and styles, most of which are in great quality and are very reasonably priced! I found designer dresses, such as Lazaro, JCrew, Reem Acra, and Mori Lee. I was definitely impressed by the quality of dresses in the shop, and even more impresses when I saw the prices! Besides dresses they also have accessories, veils, and shoes. The volunteers were very supportive of the dress-​selection process, and attentive to their brides. The concept of the store is also so innovative, and knowing that your purchase helps support the cancer community adds so much more to the whole experience!

I bought my wedding dress here, and I have to say it was the BEST experience. The staff there is so supportive, and not overbearing at all. I ended up buying a dress that was donated from another shop, so I’ll need quite a few alterations, but it was worth it, because the money I spent is going to a great cause and I love my dress!!! Even if you are skeptical, give it a shot!

I recently went to The Brides Project to help a friend pick out her wedding gown. I was a little skeptical of a used-​dress shop but was very surprised by the amazing gown selection and many of them were modern-​styled and priced under $ 500. Although they had been used, none of the dresses appeared remotely soiled or overly worn. It was also nice that all of the dresses were already bustled (saves you more $$$). The volunteers were very sweet and helpful as well. Make sure you make an appointment if you plan on trying on dresses and remove your shoes once inside. Its also pretty hidden but easy to find once you park on the west side of the entire complex on the lower level (its the building one level down from Cardamom, etc). My friend ended up getting her wedding dress here but looked amazing in all of them. The only downside was that it was difficult to say «yes to [1] dress» and she even contemplated 2 wedding dresses (with those prices, you technically could get 2 dresses if your budget was designated at/​below $ 1000). They allowed her to keep multiple dresses and veils on hold and arranged her an appointment to discuss alterations. I highly recommend this place to anyone in the market for a bridal gown!

This is a great place with a very large selection of beautiful resale wedding dresses in all sizes. It’s a small place and they only see one or two clients at a time, and have a small pedestal with a mirror for trying on your selections. They have a lot of accessories available there too to test out and an on site wedding dress alteration expert. Prices for dresses, accessories and alterations are all reasonable, and profits go to a great cause. The volunteers who assist you there are very helpful too. You can donate your dress there too.

Amazing place! So many wonderful volunteers there who are dedicated to helping you. I went in on a whim with my mother. I was the last one in the shop with 3 consultants. I found my dream $ 3,000 dress for $ 100! They all cheered for me when I said yes and some tears were shed!

Great cause and great service! Between dress indecision and alterations I’ve now been to the Brides Project several times and have always had fabulous service. I found a very lovely dress that would have been waaaay out of my budget if it had been new. The best part is that the money spent is going to help someone. I would definitely suggest checking them out. :)

What a wonderful cause. Such beautiful dresses. Staffed with generous and talented people. I can’t think of a thing that would make the entire experience any better. Really, very nice.

As a fellow wedding vendor in the Ann Arbor area I have loved working with The Bride’s Project. They are a beautiful group of people to work with and I’ve been so impressed at the selection and pristine condition of all of their gowns. I’m happy to recommend them to all the brides I work with because I know they’ll receive the upmost care when they shop with The Bride’s Project. I’m so glad they’re in our town.

I loved the idea, so went to check it out and was absolutely surprised by selection. I found a dress that I loved, but unfortunately, it was appropriate for my wedding. The service was amazing — the volunteers that helped me were friendly and more helpful than any real employee. I am so glad I went to check it out, even though I didn’t end up with a dress. I will DEFINITELY be donating the dress I ended up with as soon as I am done with it :)

What a wonderful concept!
Donated new/​used dresses and bridal accessories at a reduced price for sale– proceeds of your purchase go towards Cancer Support.
You have to email to schedule an appointment, they call to confirm the day of– when you arrive you are greeted by volunteers and are treated to a private shopping experience.
I brought my mom and future mother in-​law to the brides project yesterday. We were greeted by two friendly and professional volunteers. They were very good at explaining how the process works and helped us search for a dress. My mom and I were looking to find a dress or possibly two we could sew together to make the perfect dress. The two volunteers were so friendly, they assisted me in the fitting rooms trying on all the dress I desired.
Some dresses were new, some donated so they had been altered for the first bride. You really have to go in with an open mind– don’t be afraid of the size on the tag– sometimes a 14 fits like a 10.
While my dress and I did not find eachother… to bad, they had dresses as low as $ 75! We are still glad we went to the brides project. I was able to pick up a hair piece for a great price… Always good to save money when planning a wedding!
Whether you are looking for a dress, shoes, veils, accessories… Book an appt at the brides project or contact them if you have something to donate to such a cause.
Thank you to the volunteers of the brides project, you truly are doing a wonderful thing.