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Published: July 2026 Author: Emma Ervin, Founder of Gemma Bridal Category: Pittsburgh Bridal, Wedding Planning Tips Tags: wedding dress shops Pittsburgh, bridal boutiques Pittsburgh PA, Pittsburgh bridal guide, where to buy a wedding dress Pittsburgh Photography: Sarah P Thomas Photography  Here’s something no one tells you before you start wedding dress shopping: visiting too many boutiques is one of the fastest ways to end […]

One of the most common question we get as bridal stylists is, “Do people really get two dresses, do I need to?” The answer is, not everyone! You do not need to feel pressured into getting two dresses, but if you really want two and it fits in your budget, then do it! To help […]

We get it! Not everyone has a background in fashion, nor do you need to! We are here to help you with all of the dress shopping lingo. We have compiled a list of the different types of silhouettes with examples. And hey, if you love what you see, each of these gowns can be […]

As a bridal stylist, I never fail to be amazed at how perfectly a dress matches a bride’s personality when they find the one! It is as if the bride was manifested into a garment. There are so many things that go into a bride’s style, and, in turn, so many different factors that go […]

You did it, you have booked your appointment at Gemma Bridal to find your dream dress! Now to plan some fun things to do around your appointment time and have the best day ever! If you are anything like me, you need to start the morning with caffeine! One of our favorite stops in Bloomfield […]

With 2023 right around the corner, many brides will be gearing up to go full-speed ahead with wedding planning. As a former bride myself, I know the nerves and stress that can circle around the planning process… especially finding your dress! At Gemma Bridal, our main goal is making finding your dream gown the most […]

We have curated a list of our go-to shoe suggestions based on your personal style and budget! Click the buttons below to find yourself immersed in wedding shoe paradise. Romantic Brides – Nothing says romanticism more than Leoffler Randall’s signature pleated bow. This pair is completed with rhinestones adorned on top of the ivory pearl […]