Fairytale Endings Happen at Volles Bridal!

Volles is having a big event this weekend as we will be featuring an exclusive Allure trunk show from May 3^rd- May 6^th! Volles is proud to be a new home to Allure’s gorgeous wedding gowns, and whether your style is classic and traditional or bold and dramatic, nothing feels quite like an Allure. At Volles, you are sure to find your dream dress and we have consultants who genuinely want to make you feel your most beautiful. We strive to provide the best experience for all brides, and with our exceptional on-site alterations team, you can feel confident that the gown you choose will be made uniquely yours. It is truly unfortunate when we hear stories of brides that go dress shopping elsewhere and tell us about the sub-par service they received, or about a dress they had ordered that did not get altered properly. Take a look at a recent testimonial from a bride we had in the store whose wedding nightmare was turned into a dream come true thanks to the help of Volles. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2ZjMUBkM5E

The Volles team takes pride in providing the best possible shopping experiences for our brides, and with our upcoming Allure trunk show, we can’t wait to make more dreams come true. Don’t take the risk of having an incident happen like our bride featured in the testimonial, and make your appointment at Volles today! http://www.vollesbridal.com/

Never Second Guess Your Dress

A common misconception when looking for the perfect dress is the worry about purchasing too early. Take it from someone with experience – it’s never too early. Even in the short amount of time that I have been part of the Volles team, I hear it quite often. Brides come in and are hesitant to buy a dress they have fallen in love with because they think they are jumping the gun too quickly. They want to shop around or are simply worried that if they buy their dress a year or more in advance that they could change their mind down the road. You will hear this from most bridal consultants, but as someone who purchased a dress over a year in advance of my wedding, it’s worth it to make sure you have the dress of your dreams. This is one of the most important parts of the wedding process, and the dress sets the tone for many other details including bridesmaid dresses, Mother of the wedding gowns, tuxes, and color pallets. Customers frequently ask me if it’s difficult to work as a bridal consultant around so many beautiful gowns when I have already bought my own, but like I tell every bride that I meet, it’s not a challenge because I know that I found the dress that is perfect for me. I have never second guessed my decision because on the day that I chose my dress, I knew when I had it on that it was what I wanted to wear when walking towards my future husband.

What many brides have a problem with is letting themselves fall in love with one dress. Although it’s exciting to be surrounded by gorgeous designer gowns, it can also be an overwhelming experience. This is why it’s so important to focus on how you imagine yourself to look walking down the aisle, and not worrying about what other opinions could influence your decision about your dress. Remember, YOU are the bride and it is your dress. If it is your first time shopping and you step into a gown and completely fall in love, don’t second guess yourself just because it is your first time out. You know how you feel, and if you can see yourself walking towards your future spouse in that dress, then it’s yours. You knew in your heart when your fiancé was “the one,” and you will know it when you find your dress. You just have to learn to trust your instincts and let yourself be in love with the dress. When you’ve found the one, just be ecstatic that you can envision your dream wedding and all of the other details can then fall into place.

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Listen to a bride who faced her worst nightmare and how Volles came to the rescue!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2ZjMUBkM5E&feature=youtu.be

Fashion Forward Bridal Party

 Imagine being able to walk into a bridal store and pick out whatever dress you want, and then strutting your new look down a runway. Sound like a dream? Well today we made it happen! We had such a fun day selecting some of the best gowns that Volles has to offer for the Good Shepard Hospital fashion show. Our faux bride-to-be wanted something bold and memorable, so we put her in a gorgeous show-stopping sherbet wedding dress complete with a cathedral length veil to complement the dramatic style. And what, you might ask, would complement a sherbet wedding gown? Something traditional would just not suit this daring wedding party, and Volles just so happens to have the perfect Maid of Honor/Bridesmaid dress with just the right amount of sparkle, feather, and sass to accompany the bride. To complete the look, we put the MOB (Mother of the Bride) in a gorgeous gown with a beaded and lace bodice in a neutral color pallet. The three looked absolutely perfect together, and we all agreed that this would be one wedding that we would definitely want to be invited to! Volles is so happy to loan these gorgeous dresses to the Good Shepard Hospital fashion show and we know we will be represented well!

Experiences like these are rewarding for me not only as a bridal consultant, but as a member of the Volles team. It’s encouraging to know that Volles goes above and beyond not only for our customers, but also for our fashion show representatives so they can feel their most beautiful in whichever gown they will be wearing.  I absolutely loved being part of dressing up this fashion forward bridal party and every day I am more eager to help brides find their dream dresses!

Bridal Bliss

How often does an opportunity come along that is exactly what you’ve been hoping for, and that will allow you to work in an industry that makes girls’ dreams come true? As a future bride preparing for a wedding this coming September, I have always looked at bridal consulting as one of those careers that I would love to get into if I were only given the chance. When embarking on my own search for the perfect dress, one of the first things I ever said to a consultant was, “This must be such a great job. I wish I could do this one day.” Something about finding the perfect dress captivates me, and as a soon-to-be bride myself, I understand how important it is for each bride to feel her most beautiful. As someone who received a Bachelor's degree in English, never did I think anyone would give me a chance to work in a position that is so fulfilling. But as fate would have it, seven months after finding my dress, here I am as a bridal consultant in training at Volles Bridal.

I am so fortunate to be able to put my two passions of writing and bridal consulting together to report the wonderful benefits of purchasing your gown with Volles. It is more than just selling a dress, but rather helping each bride find what she has envisioned for herself. In my short time that I have been part of the Volles family, I have already come to realize that I am meant for this position when I get just as teary-eyed (if not more) when a bride says yes to her dress. Because I have my own wedding soon approaching, I identify with every bride that comes through our doors and I understand that this is a very emotional and exciting time in their lives. It's rewarding to be part of one of the most important decisions the bride will make about her wedding day, and to know that I or one of my fellow consultants have played a role in her dream wedding. There are so many new things for me to learn, but with each bride that comes in I have a better understanding of each dress and how to make every girl feel like she is the most beautiful bride she can be. Volles has so much to offer a bride from the wide selection of impeccably designed gowns to the flawless execution of our alterations department. Follow me and my updates on my journey as a bride-to-be and as a newbie to the bridal consulting industry at Volles Bridal!

Prom Fashion Show This Weekend

Lake Zurich boutique to offer first glimpse of 2012 prom dress and accessory styles this weekend; reservation required

Lake Zurich, IL – (February 27th, 2012) – Chicago area prom goers and the press are invited to Volle’s Bridal & Boutique Sunday, March 4^th for an exclusive preview of this year’s prom dress styles.  Gowns from Blush, Cassandra Stone, Dave & Johnny, Faviana, Jovani, MacDuggal, Scala and Terani, will be modeled by area high school students at 3:00 p.m. at the family-owned boutique. The boutique, rated #1 bridal retailer in the Midwest, will remain open after the show exclusively to attendees, where they will have the opportunity to shop for dresses at 10% off. The discount can be applied to gowns, shoes, purses, accessories and garters.

“We’re anticipating at least 100 girls to attend,” said Vice President at Volle’s Deanna Dean. “We have 15 area high school girls who will be modeling 4-5 designer dresses each; showcasing the different colors, styles and fabrics that are being shown for prom 2012.” Dean added that Volle’s will also be awarding prizes throughout the event.

To make a reservation for the “Rock Your Style” event, call 847-438-7603.

About Volle’s Bridal & Boutique

Volle’s Bridal & Boutique, located in downtown Lake Zurich, IL and online at http://www.vollesbridal.com, is a family-owned and operated full-service retailer of wedding and special occasion apparel. It is consistently rated the #1 Bridal Boutique in the Midwest.  Since opening in 1971, Volle’s Bridal & Boutique has outfitted more than 50,000 brides and three generations of women. Known for tradition, style and service, the boutique’s mission is to make each bride feel like the only bride in the world. The boutique attracts national and international customers who seek high-style without sacrificing personal service.

Tara Keely of JLM Couture Available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique

Volle’s Bridal of Lake Zurich, IL is accepting appointments for weekend trunk show

Lake Zurich, IL – (February 20th, 2012) – Volle’s Bridal & Boutique will host a trunk show showcasing designs from Tara Keely of  JLM Couture - a leading design house of luxury wedding apparel - this weekend.  Tara Keely bridal gowns will be featured from February 23^rd – 26^th, at the popular family-owned boutique, consistently rated #1 bridal retailer in the Midwest. The boutique will be open on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Volle’s is expecting brides from across the entire Chicagoland area to schedule fittings.

“Area brides look forward to our JLM couture trunk shows every year. Gowns from Tara Keely are sought after because of their combination of glamour and modern sophistication,” said Vice President at Volle’s Deanna Dean. “At Volle’s, we’re also known for our talented in house alterations department, who make sure every bride walks out feeling like the only bride in the world – no matter what size or personal style.” Dean added that while appointments are filling up, there are still appointments left.

The gowns feature lush silk fabrics paired with rich color. Keely offers brides the option of eye catching sparkle from a delicate brooch, a satin ribbon accent, or refined pleated lace and flowing organza overlays.

There are two ways to schedule a private showing:

1.  Request an appointment online, http://www.vollesbridal.com/register.php
2. Call the boutique to schedule an appointment at 847-438-7603

About Volle’s Bridal & Boutique

Volle’s Bridal & Boutique, located in downtown Lake Zurich, IL and online at http://www.vollesbridal.com, is a family-owned and operated full-service retailer of wedding and special occasion apparel. It is consistently rated the #1 Bridal Boutique in the Midwest.  Since opening in 1971, Volle’s Bridal & Boutique has outfitted more than 50,000 brides and three generations of women. Known for tradition, style and service, the boutique’s mission is to make each bride feel like the only bride in the world. The boutique attracts national and international customers who seek high-style without sacrificing personal service.

Jim Hjelm, Lazaro, and Tara Keely of JLM Couture available at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique

Volle’s Bridal of Lake Zurich, IL is accepting private appointments for February 2012 trunk shows

Lake Zurich, IL – (February 10th, 2012) – Volle’s Bridal & Boutique is now accepting appointments for their February trunk shows which feature top designs from JLM Couture, a leading design house of luxury wedding apparel. Featured designers will include Jim Hjelm, Lazaro and Tara Keely. Designs from Jim Hjelm will be featured first, from February 9^th – 12^th, at the popular family-owned shop that’s consistently rated #1 bridal retailer in the Midwest. The boutique will be open on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lazaro gowns will be showing on February 16^th – 19^th, and customers will have a chance to try on Tara Keely designs February 23^rd – February 26^th.

“Brides in the Chicagoland area look forward to our February trunk shows every year. Gowns from JLM Couture are sought after because of their glamorous and timeless design and great attention to detail and fit,” said Vice President at Volle’s Deanna Dean. “We also are known for our very talented in house alterations department, who make sure every bride walks out feeling like the only bride in the world – no matter what size or personal style.” Dean added that while appointments are filling up, it’s not too late to try on your favorite designer. There are two ways to schedule a private showing:

•         Request an appointment online, http://www.vollesbridal.com/register.php
•     Call the boutique to schedule an appointment at 847-438-7603

About Volle’s Bridal & Boutique

Volle’s Bridal & Boutique, located in downtown Lake Zurich, IL and online at http://www.vollesbridal.com, is a family-owned and operated full-service retailer of wedding and special occasion apparel. It is consistently rated the #1 Bridal Boutique in the Midwest.  Since opening in 1971, Volle’s Bridal & Boutique has outfitted more than 50,000 brides and three generations of women. Known for tradition, style and service, the boutique’s mission is to make each bride feel like the only bride in the world. The boutique attracts national and international customers who seek high-style without sacrificing personal service.