La Mariee’

After reading some good reviews, I stopped in one afternoon and was shocked by how small this shop was (it shares space with a bigger clothing store owned by the same owner, I believe) and how limited the dress selection was. For wedding dresses, there were really only two very small racks, and everything I saw seemed very dim and dated. There was a guy (didn’t get his name) at the desk to greet me, and he seemed nice enough but couldn’t really help me with much. I left pretty quickly– this wasn’t the store for me.

I ran into La Mariee’ needing heel expanders after aerating the lawn at New College the evening before at the rehearsal dinner. (New College lawn guys, you’re welcome — no fertilizer needed)
Kara was helping someone else when I barged in. I apologized for the insistence and the other patron understood, but Kara did a good job of making sure to pay attention to both of us.
This store is gorgeous and chic and everything a bridal salon should be, down to elegant staff. PS: Kara was also kind enough to give me a volume discount as I bought heel expanders for another bridesmaid and the bride as well.

I had the most amazing experience with the La Mariee in Sarasota!
I was extremely impressed with Kara’s professionalism, styling and absolute amazingness! I can’t thank her enough for everything! Kara completely styled my look for the day — everything from the dress, veil, and jewelry. My mom worked with Kara to surprise me with a matching bracelet for my necklace. She even recommended the Ana Molinari Salon for hair and make-​up, which provided marvelous service as well.
Mirta, the seamstress, is amazing as well. I was a destination bride and came down for the weekend for my first fitting. I went to the shop on a Friday morning for my first fitting and within in 24 hours the adjustments were made and the bustle was pinned to see how it looked with my shoes. Also, Mirta made my veil which turned out beautifully! She is absolutely amazing!
I went to bridal boutiques in St. Pete, Tampa and the other bridal shops in Sarasota, even went in New York. I wasn’t able to find another place that had such a beautiful selection of quality dresses (read no polyester) at great prices with the most incredible service ever!
This is the best bridal boutique ever!!!