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Ferri Formals and Bridals
1608 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309, United States
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Ferri Formals and Bridals
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La
Review №1

I had gone to a few different bridal shops before here and none came close to the quality and variety at Ferris. Everyone I worked with were wonderful and I never felt rushed or pressured. They had a large variety of dresses and were very accommodating to work with. All of the staff were genuinely interested in hearing about your wedding and helped look for your perfect dress. They have more than one gorgeous area to try on dresses and really makes you feel like a special bride! I highly recommend!

Ju
Review №2

Marylu was super attentive and absolutely wonderful! She made sure everything was fitted perfectly and also helped me pick out the perfect veil. Definitely recommend Ferri Formals!

Ca
Review №3

Great service! My dress came out perfect! Everything worked out great with fittings and alternations. Highly recommend!

St
Review №4

I couldn’t have been more grateful for the service my wife received at Ferri Formals. From choosing her dress to alterations, she felt so attended to every step of the way. Now her dress is back in their hands for cleaning and preservation, and I have no doubt they’ll do a fantastic job. Thanks so much to Marylu and the wonderful staff at Ferri for making my wife look like a dream on our wedding day!

Ka
Review №5

Ferri Formals was more than accommodating throughout the entire process of finding the dress, all of the alterations, and will be helping me clean/preserve as well! I would highly recommend Ferris to any future bride who is looking for not only her perfect dress, but a place that has super friendly and helpful staff as well !

ka
Review №6

Mary Lu and ferri formals literally made my wedding dress dreams come true. From the amount of inventory they have to the customer service you can’t go wrong. Mary Lu specifically made a wedding dress nightmare of mine into a fairytale dream. Let’s just say I had to postpone my wedding because of Covid and had boughten my original dress in 2019. With that being said I was needing to find a new dress about two month before my wedding and she made this situation so easy for me! And I couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out! Can’t thank them enough!

Em
Review №7

I went in for my first fitting in June and was completely dissatisfied that I had to get a corset in the back of my dress since we could not zip it up. Unfortunately there was no other option unless I bought a new dress, since I was in love with my dress I did not want to do that. I went in yesterday 8/23 for my final fitting and was completely upset, the dress looked horrid on me and the corset was NOT anything I wanted at all, it completely ruined the dress. After talking with my mom and fiance, they both encouraged me to find a new dress if the one I had I did no love any longer. After leaving the bridal store, I went back because I was so upset and just knew I couldnt wear that dress. Karen went above and beyond for me, she knew I was upset and the last thing she said she wanted was a crying bride, as I was from frustration. She immediately helped me search for another dress, every team member was on my side 100% trying to help me find the perfect dress, they were all so kind and so accommodating. Still stressed out about my first dress, Karen offered us credit back towards a new dress and veil, once I found the perfect dress(again), everything was perfect. The service was perfect, the seamstress was above accommodating and everything was perfect. They are even altering my new dress in A WEEK to make sure I have it for my wedding in 18 days. I am so thankful to have found this dress shop and I highly highly highly recommend it without a doubt.

Da
Review №8

Very nice experience for my first time getting fitted for a dress. It was a pleasure looking forward to going back for myself.

S
Review №9

Mary Lou and the staff are always kind and helpful, and attentative to final fit. Any adjustments needed were taken care of, the tux fit great and looked great. Much better and more personal experience than with chains.

Sy
Review №10

Marylu & the Team at Ferri Formal & Bridals were awesome to work with! The wide selection of dresses, coupled with their individualized attention, made finding my perfect dress feel so easy. I loved supporting this local business and would definitely recommend it to anyone!

Me
Review №11

I’ve gone here twice now to get my prom dress altered and now my Bridesmaids dress and I’ve got to say they did great each time!! Always so nice and super manageable prices for the alterations!! It’s a great option to go to when you need a dress to be fixed up or even looking for a bridal dress, they’re so pretty and reasonably priced.

Ch
Review №12

Marylou and her staff were amazing! They were very professional especially during COVID. When my dress arrived with a few issues, Marylou was able to get it solved for me! We had plenty of time for it to arrive since we ended up postponing our reception. My dress was a perfect fit and i got soooo many complements on it! I highly recommend Ferri Formals to anyone!

za
Review №13

Hard to find service like this these days. I can’t recommend the shop enough. We tried a lot of places in the area, and this was the only one that felt comforting. I won’t be going anywhere else in the future.

Ji
Review №14

Went here for my friends wedding as a groomsman. There were some mistakes made but they did everything possible to make it right for us the day of the wedding. The owner is very friendly and cares for her craft.

Br
Review №15

I purchased my wedding dress with Karen and had alterations done here, and had a wonderful experience. I stated my budget for a dress and alterations, and they listened and were honest with me. I bought a full ball gown with train and Mary worked with me for all fittings, cutting the skirt down to ankle length and then making some changes to the straps. When I picked it up, it was exactly what I had hoped for, and it really was PERFECT!

Ka
Review №16

I wanna say I love this place here for dresses . The staff are very nice, welcoming, and helpful when finding the perfect dress for your special day . I’m getting married on October 12th and I brought my dress in to get it altered on September 28th (ik it was short noticed ) but they took time out of there schedule to make my alterations perfect . I came in today for my second fitting and I am beyond happy how my wedding dress came out . I am going to be a true princess :) . I wanna say thank you Ferris formal and bridals for making time to make my wedding dress perfect for my special day 💕 . I will definitely let people know to come here to get there wedding dress when there special day comes around :)

Lo
Review №17

Great experience. Worked with a woman named Marylou. Was a little apprehensive at first as we had been to a couple of spots prior, and did not feel very welcomed. She made us feel very comfortable and was very kind.This place was LBGTQ friendly which was great to see! She spent plenty of time with us finding our likes and dislikes and we were able to find the perfect gown! Was very personable and not pushy. If your looking for a shop that offers you that personal touch, this is your place!

Jo
Review №18

They are very clean and professional. All the employees are very nice and helpful as well.

Al
Review №19

I cant say enough good things about Ferri Formals and Bridals. The ladies are absolutely fantastic to work with. They make you feel good about all the dresses and bring out a few they could through a curve in what you looking for and that might be the one you go with. I would highly recommend seeing the ladies here!

si
Review №20

I went in to shop for my wedding dress and worked with Marylou. she was amazing! i couldn’t decide on a dress in my first appointment so i ended up coming again and found my dress! i cannot recommend ferri formals enough, they were welcoming, kind and very helpful!

Na
Review №21

I had a better experience than I could’ve asked for! After showing up disappointed from a big chain bridal store, my bridal party and I were welcomed by MaryLu with no rushing, no pushing me into anything, and provided with help and immediate assistance. I was able to fall in love, purchase and get measured for my alterations all at once. Couldn’t be happier. Thank you so much!!

Je
Review №22

I purchased my wedding dress with Marylu back in June 2020. All covid protocols were followed, but I was still allowed to try on as many dresses as I liked which really helped. Marylu found the exact dress I was looking for! Everyone at the shop was so welcoming and helpful. When my dress finally arrived, it was a little different than the one I initially tried on months before. Marylu did everything in her power to make the dress the exact way I wanted, and she did! She was so amazing throughout this whole experience, I cannot recommend this shop enough to everyone I know. Such a great selection of gowns, plus the staff really make this shop go round!

Vi
Review №23

The best experience ever! Patty was amazing and made me feel so comfortable. My first and only wedding dress fitting! Found a Beautiful Justin Alexander dress during the trunk show. Definitely going back for my bridesmaids!

Co
Review №24

Ferri Formal and Bridal (and specifically MaryLu), got me the dress of my dreams for the absolute greatest wedding day ever! In January of 2018 I began looking at dresses at multiple stores in MA for my December 2019 wedding. One of the first dresses I ever tried on was a Lillian West dress that I loved- style 6422…. But, it being one of the very first I tried, I didn’t think it could be the one. At my next dress shopping trip, I purchased a different dress.In between January of 2018 and December of 2019 I just knew in my gut that I had bought the wrong dress for me and my vision for my wedding day. At the beginning of December I began frantically searching everywhere on the internet for a used Lillian West dress I could buy in time for my wedding at the end of the month. I found Ferri Formal and Bridal online because they were having a Lillian West trunk show. I contacted them inquiring about the dress and Marylu was the KINDEST woman ever. She heard my crazy story, helped me order a NEW Lillian West dress within my budget and was very patient with my fears and worries about the short timeline.There were 2 weeks to go until my wedding when my dress came in and arrived at the store. I drove to NY and MaryLu and team arranged for it to be altered THAT VERY DAY! I am so grateful for MaryLu’s kindness, help and support! I had a great experience and would recommend their store highly!Dress: Lillian West Style 6422Photographer: KristaJean Photography

Ab
Review №25

Everyone was so nice! Came here with my sister to try on dresses, they even let her model 2 other ones! Beautiful dresses, even spoke to the manager and she specifically orders plus sizes so that plus size women feel included.

El
Review №26

Words cant describe how amazing Mary Lou and her staff are. Not only is my wedding dress absolutely gorgeous but they also went out of their way to make the experience fun. The seamstress work is immaculate and always done on time. The prices for the tailoring are affordable, which is hard to come by when it comes to a wedding dress. When it was time to pick up my dress, Mary Lou gave me a white mask with lace and gems on it for my wedding day to match my dress. It was so beautiful and sweet of her to do. The day before the wedding I ran into an issue with my husbands tuxedo at the dry cleaners. My first thought was to call Mary Lou and her amazing team. The seamstress was able to fix it super quick. While we were waiting for the seamstress to see if anything could be done Mary Lou was ready to fit my husband with another tux and stay late to have it tailored and ready for the next day. Thank god it was an easy fix, but the fact that she was willing to go out of her way to help meant the world to me. This place is truly loyal to their customers. Thank you all so much for making my experience so pleasant! If I could give you 1,000 stars I would. Needless to say I absolutely recommend Ferri Formals and Bridals for your wedding needs!!!

Ch
Review №27

Im a huge fan of Ferris Formals and the proprietor, Marilu. They have an excellent selection of quality formalwear at competitive pricing and the sales are often outstanding. I like supporting local boutique businesses like Ferris.

Ar
Review №28

I had the pleasure of using Ferri Formals twice and both times i have been very pleased. The first time i used them i needed to find a dress for my mother. She was going to walk my brother down the isle for his wedding. We wanted her to complement the bride and the theme of the up coming nuptuals. They did not disappoint. The ladies took there time and talked to us to find the perfect dress for mom. She looked amazing! Mom was happy and my brother was very impressed.Now i have the pleasure again to use there impeccable services for my cousins wedding. We had gone to a lot of places searching for the right wedding dress for her. She couldnt find the one, then i told her about Ferri Formals. We went and from the moment we step in the building the glow that came apon my cousins face was priceless. Not only did we find THEY dress but we also found the mother of the bride dress for her mom.The professionalism they provided, the beautiful selection they have and the willingness to help and work with you to make sure that the customer is completely satified is a guarantee that i will use them again and again. I cant thank them enough for all there help in making these special days fantasticly perfect.Arlis Williams

Re
Review №29

Great assortment of wedding dresses. Great customer service.

Ar
Review №30

I had the best experience choosing a wedding dress at Ferri Formals. They have a beautiful selection and their consultants are extremely helpful. They carry a large selection of plus sizes and space appointments out well so you don’t feel rushed or crowded, especially during COVID!

Ta
Review №31

I cant say enough about this place ! This was not the dress i chose, but the staff was amazing. I was a walk in and I had a woman do everything in her power to make me feel beautiful and valued. They have a 50% cash and carry sale going on right now !

Je
Review №32

Do yourself a favor and avoid this shop.My dress was ordered in January and I was told it would arrive in June. My wedding was September 21.Because the gown is sheer on top and has some color in it, I needed for the gown to be in so I could match undergarments, accessories, a veil and shoes. When I bought the dress I asked the sales person (Debbie) if they could add pockets and a new liner during alterations. She said they could and thats why I bought this dress.After a lot of problems, a long, unexplained delay, speaking with the designer, and being insulted by a male associate at the shop, my dress finally came in three weeks before my wedding. I had no time to find an alternate seamstress and went to Ferris for alterations. I tried the dress with a too-small bustier. The seamstress told me that it was perfect, although it made my flesh bulge out at the top.So, she would not be putting in a liner and she also told me that pockets were impossible to put into this dress. I expressed how inconvenient this all was to Mary Lou, the owner. Instead of being super apologetic and offering something to make it better, she told me about a bride whose dress came in the day before her wedding because her mother had terminal cancer and she wanted her to be there. So, she moved the wedding up and her mother ended up dying before the wedding anyway. Im pretty sure she told me this to try and shame me for being upset.At the end of my first fitting they handed me an alterations estimate for $470. This was for a modesty panel, the shoulders being taken up, darts added, a basic bustle, and a hem. I was mad, partially because of the high price of alterations, but also because Mary Lu didnt seem to care how inconvenient this was. I rushed to find undergarments and nothing in local shops would work. I ended up ordering a veil and undergarments on rush, spending twice as much as I would have had to in June.When I went for what I thought could be my final fitting, the hem was an absolute disaster, the front panel rippled, the waist was sitting far too high, and there were parts falling off. I showed this to Mary Lu and expressed my deep displeasure. She offered me nothing. Since I bought the dress during a promotion where she gave me a $200 credit towards accessories, I simply told her that I didnt want any accessories in her shop and she should take $200 off the alterations for all the problems that Id been experiencing. She reluctantly agreed. I also found out from another seamstress at Ferris that they couldve had pockets put in, but I wouldve had to order it that way!As you can see from my wedding photos, my dress did not look the way it was supposed to. I was very self-conscious and my entire day was colored by the fact that I did not feel or look my best... and this was 100% due to the poor quality work and lack of care at Ferris.

Do
Review №33

My daughter got engaged during the summer and decided to have a small, intimate wedding - just last week. Visited Ferris Formals for the first time and knew we went to the right place. Mary Lou was wonderful! With not a lot of time, she helped choose a dress that was perfect! It was the first one she tried on and made an absolutely stunning bride! Thank you Mary Lou!

Q
Review №34

Ferri Formals has very beautiful gowns including plus sizes. The owner, MaryLou was very helpful. Great place.

Su
Review №35

Just left Ferri Formals and had an amazing experience and we said yes to my nieces wedding dress. The owner is so friendly and made us feel like we were the only ones in the shop. We couldnt of found a better price ANYWHERE else hands down. I Highly recommend.

Al
Review №36

With a very low budget I didn’t think I’d be able to find the wedding dress of my dreams. Thankfully I came across Ferri Formals and had Mary Lou help me find the perfect dress in my budget!! Alterations were also done at Ferri Formals and I am so glad I didn’t take it anywhere else. The dress looked like it was made for me!

Bl
Review №37

Excellent experience from start to finish!

Br
Review №38

Affordable, friendly, and clean. I came to Ferris back in the spring looking for my wedding dress and found “the one” at my appointment. The staff were super friendly, and knowledgeable. I also loved how you weren’t sharing the space, or attention, with a dozen other brides, it was just you and the consultant (and whomever you brought along). After finding the dress I also had my alterations done at Ferris. The seamstress did a wonderful job, and the dress fit me like a glove by the end, and the “sleeves” she added on were beautiful!The groom, and the rest of the men, got their tuxes through Ferris, as well. Marylu fit the groom and it came out great. The other tuxes, not fitted by Marylu, were a bit off (too long, too big) and some items had to be reordered (and luckily arrived the day prior to the wedding!).Overall, we had a great experience and I would recommend them to others.

Ka
Review №39

The face of the bride when she finds The Dress

Su
Review №40

My wife purchased her wedding dress at this place after visiting about a dozen other places. Had a wonderful experience. Great service, very helpful staff, courteous and caring. Great options and prices. We are very grateful and recommend this shop to every bride.

Di
Review №41

Ferri Formals does it all!!! Not only is it a premier bridal boutique, but they also take care of the cleaning, repair, and preservation of one of the most important dresses a girl will ever wear. I recently brought my daughters wedding gown to Ferri Formals to be dry cleaned and preserved, and I left with full confidence that the dress would be handled with tender loving care. Thank you Ashley and staff for such a great experience with such a treasured dress!

Je
Review №42

I had the pleasure of purchasing my wedding gown at a sample sale in November 2015. A few months later, we returned to purchase my daughters Maid of Honor gown. Each time, the staff at Ferri Formals treated us like royalty! When my daughters dress arrived, we received a hand written note from the salon. The fact that someone took the time to hand write a note was both touching and classy. When I called to make an appointment to try on her gown, the woman on the phone was gracious and extremely helpful! Ferri Formals is a small, class act! They give each client special attention and make you feel special. I will continue to recommend Ferri Formals! I couldnt be happier with their service. I am looking to completing my wedding attire with alterations. Go to Ferri Formals! You wont be disappointed!

Ju
Review №43

My daughter found her perfect wedding dress here! This was, by far, the most positive, least stressful experience weve had. Our salesperson( Katrina?) was so kind and patient, answering questions, but not pushing in any way. As the appointment progressed, she listened to what my daughter liked and didnt like about each dress. Knowing her stock, she was able to pull different gowns until my daughter was able to narrow her selection to one that checked all the boxes. Prices were so reasonable, we were pleasantly surprised. If the alterations go as smoothly as this appointment, this whole experience will have been golden!

al
Review №44

This is my favorite place to buy formal dresses, from my high school graduation to my wedding dress and I wouldnt want to go anywhere else. I got engaged while still living in Finland, but immediately I was planning how I could get back home to Schenectady to go to Ferri Formals to pick out my wedding dress. The experience of trying on and picking my wedding dress was wonderful. Fast-forward a few months, to when there ended up being some last minute changes to my wedding date and a threatening winter storm on its way: my Seamstress and the entire team at Ferri was so wonderful and supportive. It really felt like a miracle that they were able to get my dress altered and ready in just a few days so that I could travel with it to my wedding. I highly recommend Ferri Formals to anyone in search or a wedding or other formal gown.

Au
Review №45

This was such a wonderful experience. Choosing a wedding dress can be overwhelming and stressful but really it shouldnt be! My first stop was Davids bridal and wow was that a mistake!! I was treated rudely and rushed by rude sales people and even a rude manager. As soon as I walked into Ferri Formals the feeling was one of relaxation and ease. The sales people are the so incredibly friendly and kind and so helpful. They make you feel like a Princess. You receive one on one help from amazing women who help you every step of the way. The dresses feel amazing! As soon as you slip them on you can tell they are well made! The material feels high end and these dresses are gorgeous. I highly recommend Ferri Formals to any bride who wants to be pampered and treated special.

ka
Review №46

Have had several great experiences with Ferri Formals! Most recently we purchased a prom dress. The staff was pleasant and helpful, (especially Patti). They gave us a great price on a stock dress (not on a special order). Alterations were easy, smooth and even fun. They have a beautiful fitting area downstairs that is nice for photos and really makes a girl feel special. I highly recommend them for any formal wear needs.

Ch
Review №47

What a great experience thanks to Mary Lou. My husband and I walked into the store the day before a black tie charity event. Mary Lou helped my husband get a tux and shoes that fit him beautifully. I was planning on wearing an old dress from my closet but Mary Lou asked me my size and found a beautiful gown in the back that had just arrived in my size. I went downstairs and a very nice seamstress cut and hemmed the dress to fit me while I waited since I needed it the next day. It was all done so quickly and efficiently. Mary Lou even found some perfect earrings for me and gave my husband a pocket square to match my dress. I would highly recommend Ferri Formals!

Br
Review №48

I walked in with out an appointment and they took us right in. They were amazing to work with and very helpful. We got the wedding dress and 3 brides maids dresses. We were very happy and I would definitely recommend them to anybody.

Jo
Review №49

I called late notice needed a Tuxedo for an event Marylu & her staff had it ready for pick up in a couple days. Fit was perfect process was efficient & seamless. I highly recommend Ferri Formals.

Cl
Review №50

I love coming here. I’ve returned for several occasions and will continue to do so. My experience here is always enjoyable; the employees are friendly and go the extra mile! They make you feel like royalty. ❤️ I’m a customer for life. I’ll be back for my daughters’ proms, weddings, and any other formal event I can think of.

Rh
Review №51

Service was fine but, I’m curious... is it standard procedure to be in the dressing room with the bride? I’ve been to other boutiques and never has anyone come in the actual dressing room with me. Hopefully someone else can share their experience with me.

Ni
Review №52

Today I went into the shop for an event. I was kindly greeted & then I met the kindest soul, Marylu. She didnt know I had a condition but treated me with kindness, compassion & respect. Something lacking these days. The shop is lovely. The bridal gowns are beautiful along with their formal gowns. Nothing beats this level of customer service. I implore you to go to this shop. Youre treated more than just a customer but like a friend. I dont easily compliment but this is beyond well deserved. 💜

T
Review №53

Professional staff and had a wonderful selection of dresses. I placed an order for 2 dresses. Alterations were no problem and all was done in the timeframe they outlined. Would recommend for prom or bridal. The downstairs fitting area would be perfect for a bridal party. Spacious and comfortable.

Br
Review №54

I have used Ferri Formals multiple times for suit rentals and my wife uses them for dress alterations. The suits fit well and my wife is always please with the alterations. Kevin and Marry Lou always do an awesome job!

Vi
Review №55

You Deserve The Best Day EverMy Brides and Grooms and their families can not say enough good things about Ferri Formals and Bridals. As a Custom Wedding Officiant I share the entire wedding planning process with my couples and one of their highlights is of course, choosing their wedding attire. Couples seem to ALWAYS find their dream dress and outfits at Ferris. The owner, Marylu, approaches her business with an unequalled expertise. She knows her inventory and can really listen to what her customer is looking for then she finds options that are the perfect fit. She seems to be able to work within any given budget. Marylu also regularly advertises all of her sales and deals.Finally, like a bow on an already beautiful package, the alterations she offers gives the individual as custom fit - just as it was made for them!Best of all, she does it all with heart, she really cares. I have seen her come with needle and thread and help a bride that had an accident on her wedding day. She is that good. You will love her! Look no further.As you may be able to tell, I am not only a wedding professional colleague but also a happy customer:)

Je
Review №56

My bridesmaids purchased their dresses from Ferri Formals and Bridals. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and they had a beautiful selection of dresses. One of my bridesmaids found out she was pregnant after she ordered her dress and the size she ordered was too small. The seamstress was able to reconstruct the entire dress to fit her body perfectly! She was so happy and relieved with the end result. I would definitely recommend Ferri Formals.

De
Review №57

Ferri formals was great from start to finish! Great staff and ownership, and everyone is so friendly and helpful! Definitely recommend this shop for anyone looking for formal wear! They are so accommodating and able to help without making the experience overwhelming!

Ni
Review №58

Ferri formals is definitely the best bridal/prom store in the capital District!!! If you’re looking to stand out you will definitely have to shop here millions of designers to choose from and the staff is helpful and very good at picking out things to look your very best!!Nicole M

st
Review №59

$200 for a wedding rental, 3 days before wedding the pants are missing, and 2 of the 3 pieces that came in were the wrong sizes. Quality was very poor, I could probably sew one better myself. Would not recommend at all for any occasion.

Li
Review №60

I was very pleased with my service at Ferri Bridals. Ms. Ferri and her staff made sure my wedding dress fit perfectly for our special day. I was treated professionally and with great care. Her alteration staff can not be beat. I am certain that anyone looking for a wonderful dress experience will find it here.

Lo
Review №61

What a wonderful experience! These ladies took great care of my daughter. They cam highky recommended and did not disappoint. :)

C
Review №62

This past weekend we had my daughters wedding. We needed 3 Tuxedos, father of the bride (me), her brother and a 6 year old ring bearer. Thanks to Mary Lou and Karen for their patience and knowledge. My tux was the only one that had a small problem, a little snug. We tried on the tuxedos on Wednesday for a Friday night wedding in Lake George. I needed a vest and Mary Lou suggested another jacket also to be safe. These had to be ordered from a company called Tuxedo Junction. The girls stepped up and ordered the vest and jacket and had it shipped to the hotel in Lake George guaranteed delivery before 12 noon. It arrived on time. A big thanks to Mary Lou for handling this. I would definitely do business with Ferri again!

Je
Review №63

We had the pleasure of working with many outstanding vendors to put on our June 2014 wedding. Unfortunately, Ferri Formals & Bridals turned out not to be one of them. We used them for our tuxedo rentals for our wedding party and other participants in the wedding. We had a very good experience selecting the tux style and colors. This is the only reason I am not giving a one star rating. However, it went downhill from there. Multiple groomsmen had issues with providing their measurements and payment information to place their orders. When the tux orders came in, shoes were missing for at least one groomsman, shirts were missing for two groomsmen, and the shirt style was incorrect for all of the rentals. Also, they made it very difficult for out-of-town groomsmen to return their tuxes after our Saturday night wedding because they are not open on Sunday and have no alternative return procedure. The staff did not seem to comprehend how it was not possible for our out-of-town groomsmen to return their tuxes on Monday when they were flying home on Sunday. Fortunately, my now mother-in-law volunteered to return all of the rentals. Overall, I would not recommend Ferri Formals & Bridals for tux rentals.

Kn
Review №64

The ladies at Ferri Formals & Bridals are THE BEST! When I came in to get a pageant dress they kindly took as much time as I needed trying on several gowns and going through magazines. We finally picked two gorgeous dresses which were both under $200 ( one was $75 on sale!). I couldnt of asked for better service and the tailoring was quick and seamless (pun intended). Thanks!

Je
Review №65

We bought my daughters prom dress here and had a lovely experience. She found a dress on sale that was lovely and elegant. They shortened it beautifully. Overall an excellent experience. I look forward to renting a tuxedo for my son this spring!

Ja
Review №66

I had a wonderful experience with Ferri Formals! Many thanks to Mary Lou who located the exact dress I was looking for her. When she called me a couple days later to inform me that the dress was $600 LESS than what it was selling for in my hometown dress shop, I almost fell over! She was honest, efficient, friendly and called me as soon as my dress arrived to the shop. The next day, it was delivered to me, as promised. I was so touched that a complete stranger would go out of her way to help me find the dress I wanted. Mary Lou, you have renewed my faith that there are still good people out there who are just willing to help and who care about others. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! :)

Ch
Review №67

I had an awesome experience at this store. They were the nicest people and my daughter found a gorgeous dress. IT WAS A $500.00 DRESS ON SALE FOR $99.00. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO ANYONE.

Co
Review №68

Very professional.

As
Review №69

I had an appointment with Marylu with the intention to just try dresses to find which styles I like or dont like to shop more later. Marylu listened to what I liked and didnt like about certain dresses and helped me find some dresses in the shop that fit my vision. I got one-on-one attention from Marylu in a private setting which made me feel so at ease. She worked so well with feedback I gave and helped me narrow down my style. She did such a good job that I couldnt not say yes to my dress and couldnt leave without buying it! I am so pleased with my experience and cant wait to go back for my first fitting!

Ly
Review №70

Got my wedding dress here after looking at Davids Bridal and really finding nothing within my budget that I really liked.I actually ended up buying a floor model that looked exactly like what I wanted except it did not have straps and it was 8 sizes to big for me haha!It worked out wonderfully once it was tailored and I cannot believe the price that I got on it! Ferri Formals also has a more personalized, comfortable feel and they have a room upstairs where you can try on dresses stress free and not feel like everyone in the whole shop is staring at you like Davids Bridal is.I would highly recommend Ferri Formals- check it out!

Ka
Review №71

I am so incredibly pleased with my entire experience. I highly recommend going here for your bridal experience.

Ka
Review №72

Nothing beats the service and selection at Ferris. The staff is amazingly attentive and the selection is great. They listen to what you want and dont want and dont push you into anything. They picked my bridal gown and it was the first dress I tried on! They are amazing! Thank you Mary Lou and staff!

St
Review №73

I bought my wedding gown, veil, 5 bridesmaids dresses, rented 5 Tuxedos, and rented a white fox stole for my wedding. The prices were reasonable, and they even gave me discounts for doing all my business with them. They have a top notch seemstress, alterations for all the bridal party were flawless. The staff are attentive to their customers despite how busy they can get. They are good people who run a very busy dress shop, that caters to anyone with a $500 to a $5000+ budget. Very satisfied, we were stunning on our wedding day!

Na
Review №74

Ferri Formals is such a great place. I got my wedding gown there, and couldnt have asked for a better experience. My first time there we had a private room and Patty helped me pick out and try on dresses. I had my mother and bridesmaid with me and they were so accommodating. I found THE PERFECT gown and couldnt have been happier. Minor alterations were needed and the seamstress was a miracle worker, really wonderful work! Everyone there is super friendly and when I picked up my dress before the big day I got a congratulation and a hug from Marylu. I would recommend this dress/bridal shop to anyone. They dont pressure you to buy and really make an effort to make your experience a great one!

As
Review №75

I dont know where to start....this store is amazing !! You feel so welcomed when you first walk in the door they are so sweet and the prices are extremely reasonable the selection is awesome and the customer service is phenomenal!! I highly recommend this place its worth the drive !! If you are a bride on a buget and want to feel like youre a queen or princess this is the place to go if I could give this place more stars I would!! I SAID YES TO THE DRESS WITHOUT HESITATION!!

Mi
Review №76

I would like to personally thank everyone at Ferri Formals for their help in selecting, altering and prepping my dress in under 2 weeks. We pulled off a miracle ladies! Mary Lu and her staff are incredible and made me feel so at home. They even cried with me as I selected the one. You dont get that type of service just anywhere! I would recommend this as THE place to buy your wedding dress ladies. Thank you again for making my day perfect. I could not ask for more.

Al
Review №77

I am a very introverted person and had to look for a dress on my own. The staff was extremely helpful and made me feel very comfortable. I never thought I would love so many dresses.

Ti
Review №78

My experience was amazing. The family atmosphere was welcoming. My dress was made to perfection.I will come back when Im shopping for my big day.

Ma
Review №79

They were extremely helpful, they special ordered my sisters prom dress.. It came in super quick and the alterations were done very quickly and professionally. I would recommend them!

Ro
Review №80

I was so happy with my experience with Ferri Formals & Bridals! 12 years ago, my sister went here for her wedding gown and bridesmaid dresses. When I got engaged, I knew that Ferri Formals was the right place. All of the staff went above and beyond to assist me as well as my family and members of my bridal party. Patty was so patient especially when I changed my mind about my wedding gown and she welcomed me back to try on more dresses. The staff were knowledgeable about the bridal industry and always made sure that I was satisfied. Thank you!! Allison & Ron Moore

Me
Review №81

Plenty of selection when looking for wedding dresses! They have everything from ball gowns to tons of lace. It took no time at all for me to find a dress that I loved. Unfortunately, some of their samples are really small (like a size 6) so it did make it difficult when trying things on. I also ordered the guys tuxes from here. They had a huge selection of different colors and types, which made it easy to match colors. The alterations on the tuxes were okay, but two of them were altered too small.

Su
Review №82

My daughter, accompanied by her friends and myself, had an appointment last April 2019 at Ferri Formals to find the wedding gown of her dreams! We had the honor of having Marylu as her bridal stylist. We got taken promptly at our appointment time and she greeted us with her beautiful smile! Marylu brought us into a private bridal room, she then consulted with my daughter as to what style dress she was interested in and proceeded to show us numerous selections of gowns and told her to take her time and choose as many gowns as she would like. She personally carried the 10 chosen gowns into the dressing room and assisted my daughter with each of the gowns to try on, thankfully after trying the 5th gown on, my daughter said “yes to the dress”! Marylu gave us her honest opinion when asked and was very patient with all of our questions and made the whole process so easy and carefree! She even assisted me with finding the Mother of the Bride dress on the same day! I highly recommend anyone to go to Ferri Formals and request Marylu! I know that you would also have the most wonderful experience that we had!

le
Review №83

Marylu is a pleasure to work with, shes very patient and gives great suggestions! Highly recommend for alterations and great customer service 😊

Me
Review №84

As a plus-size bride, I was a little concerned that trying on wedding dresses would be stressful and difficult as most sample sizes carried in-store are 8-10. Before driving and hour and a half to their location, I called and was assured there would be dresses in my size. I was not disappointed! Marylu was beyond wonderful from beginning to end. She was patient and at no time was I pressured to make a decision I wasnt comfortable with. I ended up with the perfect dress that came in well under my budget. I highly recommend Ferri Formals to all brides!

Tr
Review №85

Although there were bumps along the road when ordering bridesmaid dresses, and I had a sour taste in my mouth from comments made by some of the employees, the owner Marylu called me right away to address these concerns and was nothing but kind to me. A business owner that does this is extremely remarkable. There were a few bridesmaid dresses that were ordered too small and Marylu ordered new ones right away, and some that were too large that she cut the price in alterations. She always tries to make right in tight situations for brides and I am very appreciative of that.

Ja
Review №86

Very fast pace and respectful, in and out . highly recommend if you need any altercations done . very satisfied.

Lo
Review №87

Got my daughter in law to be beautiful wedding dress.

Le
Review №88

I cant thank the owner and staff at Ferris enough!!! 16 days before my sisters out of state wedding we FINALLY received dresses we ordered from another local shop that were wrong! I called Ferris in a panic and not really thinking they would help me since we didnt originally purchase there. To my surprise the owner was beyond understanding, super quick to call the designer and arrange for new dresses to be sent to her shop. I brought her the wrong dresses and she is getting us the right dresses!!! We leave for the wedding in 8 days. She has completely saved my baby sisters wedding!!! I will forever be thankful for her! She has gone above and beyond to help us clean up a disaster that she didnt cause.. solely out of the kindness of her heart!! A true amazing business owner!!! The shop was clean and gorgeous, everyone working was friendly and so graciously accommodating.

Cy
Review №89

Ive heard other people have had bad experiences here, but I have not. I bought my wedding dress here and have visited with others to get prom dresses. The staff is helpful and friendly. We were also given a private room to try things on.

je
Review №90

Ferri Formals was great. Marylu was very helpful with finding the dress i needed or my cousins wedding. It was a very pleasant experience and would recommend to any one trying to find the perfect formal attire. will go back!

Gi
Review №91

Had a great experience I absolutely love my dress, I got married September of 2018 and Ferris Formals has a great selection of dresses and well as wonderful staff, that are incredibly helpful.

Vi
Review №92

I loved coming to ferri’s for my wedding dress. My sister came hear and as did my cousin. They both looked beautiful and I wanted to do the same. Well I did I looked like a million bucks. The kind staff hear and the worm atmosphere is why Ferri’s is an ideal place to buy a dress.

Go
Review №93

Nice store with many beautiful gowns and superior customer service. Highly recommend...

El
Review №94

What a nice experience. Lovely staff, very willing to go the extra mile and do whatever it takes to find me a dress.

mo
Review №95

I had an amazing time here everyone is so friendly and inviting what a dreamy experience they have all types of styles slim curvy sparkling to simple and elegant thank you so much i will be back !!!!

Fl
Review №96

Excellent experince. the ladies here know how to pamper a client and the selection of gowns is amazing.

Cl
Review №97

Ferri Formal did such a great job helping me with my search for the perfect wedding gown! I found it within minutes of walking through the door. Everyone there is so helpful and genuinely interested in your wedding day details. My groom and his groomsmen also got there tuxes done there and they were perfect as well. My husband came from out of town and could not try his on until the morning of the wedding. Ferris was very accomodating and made sure he looked great!

Ka
Review №98

The Best place to come for your wedding dress the employees are the Best

As
Review №99

My experience here was absolutely great! This was only my second stop when looking for my wedding dress and I fell in love with one and that was it! All of the women that I encountered during my experience there were so incredibly nice and helpful..so much so that I decided to get my bridesmaid dresses here and my husband and his groomsmen got their tuxes as well. They were so careful with every little detail pertaining to measurement and names. We had a couple of the men who had the same name and they made the extended effort to call me to check and make sure before they sent out the order that they had the right details for the correct person. There was many times that I called just curious on how things were going and when things were coming in and they were so nice and understanding and completely answered all of my questions. When the day came for all of us to pick up everything it was nothing but perfection. Everything came in with the right size and color. I had such a pleasant experience for my big day here and I would gladly recommend Ferri Formal to anyone who asks!

Ka
Review №100

Service was great! My dress came in fast and alterations were perfect!!

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  • Address:1608 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309, United States
  • Site:http://ferriformals.com/
  • Phone:+1 518-374-3464
Categories
  • Clothing store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–7PM
  • Tuesday:12–7PM
  • Wednesday:12–7PM
  • Thursday:12–5PM
  • Friday:10AM–3PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:12–7PM
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