Your Perfect Dress is here!
Savvi Formalwear & Bridal of Raleigh offers a wide variety of wedding gowns and bridal attire by some of the best designers in the industry. Additionally, we feature a unique line of accessories to compliment your wedding look.
Stylist reservations are available to make your experience unforgettable. Request a reserved time to dedicate to you and your bridal experience.
New Arrivals
We love working one-on-one with designers to create the perfect collection of wedding dresses available only at Savvi Formalwear & Bridal in Raleigh, NC! We offer an exclusive collection at our store, constantly renewing our in-stock selection.
Our Designers:
At Savvi in Raleigh, we thoughtfully curate and continuously refresh our collection of wedding gowns so you can discover styles that feel fresh, flattering, and unmistakably you. Whether you envision timeless romance, modern sophistication, or a look that is uniquely personal, our in-store experience makes it effortless to find the gown that transforms your once-in-a-lifetime day into something truly magical.
Casablanca Bridal
Casablanca Bridal gowns are crafted for the bride who desires quality she can truly feel. Each design features original detailing, luxurious fabrics, and meticulous attention to every element — so you look and feel radiant from your first fitting through your final walk down the aisle.
What sets Casablanca apart? Their privately owned factory offers extensive customization options, including neckline, bodice, sleeve, and embellishment choices, as well as custom lengths. This means your gown becomes a one-of-a-kind masterpiece tailored precisely to your vision, body, and style — while often saving you time and money on alterations. No ordinary dress, but a true reflection of you.
Alyce Paris
Alyce Paris delivers innovative, show-stopping designs that empower you to embrace your bridal vision with confidence. Rooted in a family legacy of handcrafted excellence, Alyce masterfully blends timeless techniques with contemporary elegance.
These gowns celebrate your shape and spirit with flattering corsetry, dramatic details, and striking silhouettes. Whether you prefer classic romance or bold modern flair, an Alyce Paris gown helps you shine as the most confident, glamorous version of yourself on your wedding day.
Savvi Love Collection
At Savvi, we partner with small, independent designers and women-owned design houses to create exclusive gowns that reflect the desires of our brides. For our private Savvi Love collection, we collaborate closely with these talented artisans to craft distinctive designs with exceptional customization — resulting in a gown that is truly one-of-a-kind and deeply personal to you.
Beloved by Casablanca
Beloved by Casablanca is the ideal choice for the younger, fashion-forward bride seeking remarkable quality and dreamy details at an accessible price.
You’ll love its free-spirited, artistic sensibility — romantic silhouettes with a joyful, modern twist. Like its sister line, Beloved offers generous customization options, allowing you to personalize necklines, sleeves, trains, and more. The result is a gown that feels unconditionally yours — joyful, expressive, and perfectly suited to your personality
What to do next?
Mother of The Bride/Groom
Only a few things can compare to the mother seeing her son or daughter getting married. However, shopping for such an important occasion can be quite stressful and put you (Mother, we are talking to you) under a lot of pressure. What color to choose that would match bridesmaids and that would complete the overall bride’s vision? What style is appropriate and how to find it?
We got you too! Our stylists have many years of expertise to answer all of those questions and an amazing selection of elegant, refined, glamorous and comfortably wearable gowns that will definitely suit you!
Wedding Tuxedos & Suits
After we are all done with girls, let’s get your partner outfitted as well. As soon as you have ordered your dress is a great time to begin the process of getting your partner dressed too. We want to help make all of your wedding party look terrific. Our amazing Aundre’ is here to make your Pinterest board a reality.
We know you want the latest styles that are well fitted and available for purchase or rental.
We have so many of the styles in today’s top trends in stock and ready for their test drive. YES! It’s true, you can make an appointment to come see us and try on our wedding suits and tuxedos so you can be sure your wedding day vision comes to life. No guesswork. Make your appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to make a reservation with a stylist? How long should I expect to be there?
In order to give you full attention from your personal stylist, reservations are highly encouraged. Sessions generally are between an 1 to 1.5 hours to ensure you have the best possible experince! Click here to reserve your time to discover your dream dress.
OR try our popular Private Appointments here where you and your guests will enjoy yourselves in our salon privately for up to 2 hours.
How should I prepare for my reservation?
Bring the people you love MOST and that will support you in the most MAGICAL shopping day of your life!! Wear comfortable undergarments and be prepared to change in the fitting room with your stylist. Get an idea of what you are looking in a dress, but keep an open mind! Bring your cameras and your smile to celebrate when you say “YES!”
How much does a wedding dress cost at Savvi?
Wedding gowns at Savvi fit ALL budgets. Our large selection of gowns are sold between $1500-$3000. Personal customizations are available to ensure your dream dress is one of a kind! PLUS you can check out our social media pages to see when we advertise sales throughout various times of the year…(the largest savings tend to be on out-of-collection gowns you can take home with you immediately!!!)
What sizes are your Savvi dresses?
We fit real people in real sizes. Our sample sizes range from 4-28.
Does Savvi rent dresses?
We do not offer the option to rent a wedding gown. However, we do rent tuxedos and suits and make it easy to get your out-of-town attendees measured!
When will my dress arrive?
As our dresses are often made to order, we suggest as much advance notice as possible. We do have a designer who offers Customizations to your gown, which can take approximately 6 months, though dresses ordered without custom changes can take from 4-6months. Savvi also has some wedding gowns available for purchase immediately!! Sometimes if a bride gets really lucky, there are some popular designer gowns that can be ordered to arrive within 2-3 weeks!
**Pro tip: If you are having wedding portraits taken in advance, please factor that into when you order your dress.
Bridesmaids gowns are available for purchase immediately from in-store collection or may be ordered in other colors and sizes to arrive within 3 months. We make it easy for your ladies out of town to submit their measurements online. Click here to submit measurements.
**To ensure dresses come from the same dye lot, we will complete your order when all your girls have been measured.
Do you offer alterations in store?
While we do not offer dress alterations in store, we will recommend trusted professionals in the area that have worked with us before.
I would like to visit when you are least busy. When is a good day?
Tuesday afternoons and Thursdays morning are the best time to avoid crowds. On week days, we are open until 7:00 PM.
Do you offer wedding dress cleaning and/or preservation? If so, how much does it cost?
Drop your gown off to us at Savvi Formalwear & Bridal and we will send it off to our favorite preservation company to clean, preserve and return your dress to you in a sealed preservation chest. Our preservation packages start at $356.