Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Perfect Wedding Dress Awaits in Walnut Creek
Flares Bridal is a premier bridal boutique serving the San Francisco Bay Area from its Walnut Creek location. With over 15 years of combined experience in the bridal industry, our team specializes in helping brides find wedding dresses that perfectly match their vision, venue, and personal style. Our curated collection features award-winning designers like Enzoani, Justin Alexander, and Made with Love, offering diverse options for every body type, budget, and wedding theme.We provide personalized styling sessions, on-site alterations, and VIP appointments to ensure a stress-free shopping experience. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 4.9-star reviews, with brides praising our communicative team, extensive selection, and ability to create unforgettable bridal moments. As a full-service bridal shop, we cater to plus-size brides and offer both timeless and trend-forward designs, from flirty and flowy to whimsical bohemian styles.
Services
Wedding Dress Sales
Designer Collections
Plus-Size Options
Bridal Alterations
VIP Appointments
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized bridal styling with experienced consultants.
- Our curated collection features top designers like Enzoani and Justin Alexander.
- We provide on-site alterations for perfect gown fit.
- We cater to all body types with inclusive sizing options.
- Our 4.9-star reviews highlight exceptional customer service.
What people say
Helpful and genuine staff
Stunning dress selection
Excellent alteration service
Personalized styling experience
Comfortable shopping environment
Services
Wedding Dress Sales
Our bridal boutique offers an extensive collection of designer wedding dresses from renowned labels like Enzoani and Justin Alexander. Brides can explore diverse styles including ballgowns, fit-and-flare silhouettes, and minimalist designs. Our inventory includes both new and sample sale dresses with price points ranging from $899 to $2,899, ensuring options for various budgets while maintaining luxury quality.
Designer Collections
We showcase exclusive collections from top bridal designers such as Made with Love, Allure Bridal, and Eva Lendel. Our curated selections feature seasonal trends like 2025's popular lace appliqus and mermaid silhouettes. Brides gain access to both current season pieces and limited-edition designs, with special ordering options available for sold-out items through our industry connections.
Plus-Size Options
Our boutique provides comprehensive plus-size bridal solutions with dedicated styling sessions and a specialized gown collection. We offer sizes up to 40W across multiple designers, ensuring proper fit and flattering silhouettes. Our consultants receive specific training in plus-size bridal fashion to address unique styling needs while maintaining fashion-forward aesthetics.
Bridal Alterations
Our on-site alteration team provides comprehensive gown adjustments including hemming, beading modifications, and structural alterations. We offer multiple fitting sessions with experienced tailors specializing in bridal fabrics. The service includes bustle creation, zipper replacements, and minor design adjustments to ensure perfect fit while preserving the gown's original integrity.
VIP Appointments
Our VIP bridal appointments offer extended private shopping sessions with dedicated stylists. These two-hour consultations include personalized gown selections based on pre-submitted preferences, champagne service, and exclusive access to sample sale items. Brides receive undivided attention for decision-making with flexible scheduling options including after-hours availability for special requests.
People
Lissa
Co-Owner & Bridal Consultant
With 15 years in the bridal industry and a business degree from American University, Lissa specializes in personalized styling. Fluent in three languages, she curates designer collections and oversees daily operations at Flares Bridal.
Ray
Co-Owner & Senior Stylist
A 22-year bridal veteran, Ray manages styling operations and client relations. Her expertise in discovering 'the one' dress comes from extensive experience in bridal fashion and seven years managing a previous bridal shop before co-founding Flares.
Questions
How do I book a bridal appointment?
Schedule your appointment through our website or by calling (925) 939-3306. We recommend booking 4-6 months before your preferred shopping date.
Do you carry plus-size wedding dresses?
Yes, we offer inclusive sizing up to size 40W across multiple designer collections with specialized styling assistance.
Are alterations included with dress purchases?
Alterations are available at additional cost through our on-site tailors. Pricing depends on required modifications.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and cash payments for dress purchases and services.
Can I order a dress not in stock?
Yes, we can special order any available design from our represented designers with typical delivery times of 5-6 months.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we provide worldwide shipping for both sample sale items and special orders with tracked delivery options.
