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    cliniquelove    September 2011   NY

    Random question - I have some free time this afternoon/evening and was thinking of swinging by a local David's Bridal to try on some gowns by myself. Is this totally inappropriate since I don't have an appointment?

     
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    sunnydebs    8/7/10   Washington, DC

    I did a walk-in when I went there.  I had to wait about 30 minutes but it was fine with the staff.  They make you fill out paperwork first....definitely put a junk email because they send WAYYYYYY too many emails.

     
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    hotchildinthecity    June 12, 2010   New York, NY

    I would try to call first and see if you can get an appointment.  It makes things a lot easier.  If you can't get one, then just swing by, but don't be surprised if you have to wait.

     
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    GirlWithARing    September 5, 2010   Living in NYC, marrying in Philadelphia

    It's fine, but you might have to wait if it's a busy location. I've done this in Manhattan (waited about 45 min) and CT (didn't have to wait at all). 

     
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    michelle86    April 17, 2010   Saint Paul, Minnesota

    For a weeknight, you're fine.  For a busier time, I'd say make an appointment.

     
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    Ducks35    September 24, 2010  

    If you're going to do a walk-in (I did), try to do it on a weekday.  It's WAY less crowded!

     
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    caszos    June 2010   Florida

    Do a Walkin, or call ahead to make an appointment even if it is the same day. 

     
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    KLP2010    October 30, 2010  

    I tired and there were tons of attendants standing around. I got a dirty look and was told I needed an appointment. I left and never returned.

     
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    spaniel    March 2010   Los Angeles, CA

    Call ahead. Sometimes they'll take you anyway, but not always.

     
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    PrncssDva    October 16, 2010   Memphis, TN

    You can absolutely do a walk-in at David's

     
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    PrncssDva    October 16, 2010   Memphis, TN

    You can absolutely do a walk-in at David's

     
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    lace    June 26, 2010   Orange County, CA

    I called the day of for an appointment. It's easier to do it on a weekday than a weekend I believe. They'll most likely just make you wait if you don't call first and they are already helping someone.

     
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    His Barista    September 4, 2010   Spokane, WA

    I walked in when I bought my dress, and a couple after that with BM's. I think it's fine.

     
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    Stephanie10221982    July 24, 2010  

    I was able to call and make an appt for two - three hours later ~ You should be fine though!

     
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    LacyLust    May 21, 2011   Ohio

    I walked in on a Saturday. They were busy but someone helped me right away. About thejunk mail; there is a check box that you can mark to say you don't want too recieve the junk mail or e-mails or phone calls. Make sure you read the fine print and check that. I did recieve one call and I was pretty rude & told them I checked not to call and they apologized and never called again.

     
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    iggies    March 2011  

    i didn't try on bridal gowns, but i did buy a bridesmaid dress for my friends wedding there. the weekday when i went to pick up the dress was EMPTY. the sunday when i went to try the dress on was packed, even an hour before closing. i would just call them and see if you need an appt, before going. doesn't hurt to ask! :-)

     
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    Nexus-6    March 12, 2010   Portland

    I did a walk-in on a Saturday afternoon and was helped right away. I think it just depends on your location and the proximity of other bridal stores as to how busy your location will be. 

    Also seconding the "put a junk email address" thing. I had to yell at them to get them to stop "following up", even when I repeatedly told them I had already bought my dress somewhere else. 

     
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    deborahdub    July 10, 2010   Boston, MA

    I think it depends on where the store is located and what your goal is.  If you just want to browse, I'm sure they would be fine with it. I have done both (walked in and made an apponitment and called ahead).  My best experience was when I called ahead  and said that I would not need any help, and they gave me a room and left me alone. It was awesome.  Also, like PP said, be sure to read and to indicate you don't want to be contacted.  I bought my dress there and have never received any phone calls or e-mails from other places.  I definitely do not feel harrassed or anything. 

     

    If you already went, how was it?

     

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