Emerald City Gowns

01/09/2025

We have HUNDREDS of wedding gowns - wide range of sizes and prices, off the rack and made to order!
Book your appointment today:

https://appointmentsemeraldcitygowns.as.me/

01/07/2025

Adventure Elopement Magic

Irish’s Alaska elopement was nothing short of a dream—and her gown from Emerald City Gowns made it unforgettable!

With just 30 days to find a dress, Irish visited us after a night shift (thanks to her friends Megan & Danielle!). Emilie worked her styling magic, and while Irish thought she had her dream gown picked, it was the fourth try that stole her heart. Paired with a sparkly cathedral veil, her dress was perfect for running through wildflowers and glaciers, looking like Elsa in the Alaskan wilderness.

“I never thought I’d find a beautiful consignment gown that fit so perfectly!”

01/04/2025

Never a better time to say hello! Meet Emilie Owner of Emerald City Gowns.

Emerald City Gowns was born out of Emilie’s love for fashion and a mission to reinvent the bridal shopping experience. Inspired by helping her best friend find a pre-loved wedding gown in Seattle, Emilie noticed a gap in the Bay Area for consignment bridal boutiques—and she set out to change that!

Today, our Berkeley shop offers a fresh take on wedding dress shopping, where you can:
👗 Walk out with a stunning designer gown in-hand
👗 Customize your dream dress with made-to-order options from affordable ateliers

Emilie’s passion is helping every bride find the one—whether it’s a designer sample, a high-end consignment piece, or a custom gown. Follow us to see more about her journey and the Emerald City Gowns experience!

01/01/2025

New Year, Same Emerald City Gowns!

As we step into 2025, we want to thank every single bride who trusted us to help them find the perfect dress for their special day. This year, we celebrated over 500+ gowns sold, and we couldn’t be more grateful for your support in shopping local and choosing sustainability.

One of the best parts about Emerald City Gowns is the opportunity to explore consignment options, giving beautiful dresses a second life while contributing to a greener future.

We can’t wait to help even more brides say “yes” to the dress in 2025.

Thank you for being part of our journey!

12/30/2024

Step into the New Year in style by saying "yes" to your dream dress!

At Emerald City Gowns in Berkeley, we’re here to make your bridal shopping experience unforgettable. Whether you’re walking out with a stunning designer gown today or customizing a made-to-order masterpiece, we have something for every bride.

🌟 Over 500 exquisite gowns to explore, including:
✨ Made-to-order beauties
✨ High-end consignment treasures
✨ Designer samples at unbeatable prices

Discover the most unique and affordable wedding dress collection in the Bay Area. Book your appointment today and let’s find the dress you’ve been dreaming of!

12/16/2024

We’ve had another great year at Emerald City Gowns, thank you to all our brides and families. Stay safe and warm!

12/14/2024

🎄 Say Yes to Your Dress & Pick a Gift! 🎄

From now until 12/31, when you find the one at your bridal appointment, you’ll get to pick a surprise gift from our tree! 🎁✨

Your gift could be:
💍 10% off your purchase
💍 $150 voucher
💍 $100 voucher
💍 $50 voucher

Don’t miss this magical opportunity to say yes to your dream dress AND snag a special surprise.

Book your appointment today and let the holiday spirit make your bridal moment even more memorable!

Sale ends 12/31. Gifts valid only at the time of purchase.

11/29/2024

Black Friday Sale going on Now!

Get ready to find your dream dress at Emerald City Gowns! The sale is, November 29th, and runs through November 30th, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

This is our biggest sale of the year, and it’s walk-in only—no appointments needed.

💍 $50 Gowns
💍 $500 Gowns
💍 50% Off Select Gowns
💍 $50 Off All Veils

Plan your shopping and make us your first stop to snag the best deals!

📍 Emerald City Gowns, Bay Area

See you soon!

11/07/2024

✨ Black Friday Bridal Sale at Emerald City Gowns! ✨

Mark your calendars for our biggest sale of the year on November 29 & 30, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

This event is walk-in only—no appointments needed!

💍 $50 Gowns
💍 $500 Gowns
💍 50% Off Select Gowns
💍 $50 Off All Veils

Whether you’re looking for a deal on your dream dress or the perfect accessories, we’ve got it covered!

Don’t miss out—come early to snag the best finds.

See you there!

📍 Emerald City Gowns, Bay Area

09/15/2024

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09/06/2024

Hello Brides! ✨👰

For the next 3 months, we’re waiving our consignment fee for all dresses size 14 and up! 🎉💃

How does consignment work?

1️⃣ Fill out our consignment application on our website (link in bio).
2️⃣ We’ll send you an estimated quote for the sale price.
3️⃣ Book your appointment with us.
4️⃣ Bring your gown in, and we’ll make sure it’s clean, in good condition, and matches the quoted price. We’ll also go over our consignment agreement with you.
5️⃣ Pay $25 to consign with us and leave your gown in-store for 6 months. *waived for this special offer*
6️⃣ Your gown finds its new bride, giving it a second life! 💖
7️⃣ You get paid HALF of the sale price. WooHoo! 💸🎉

Head to emeraldcitygowns.com

08/22/2024

Meet our Stylist: Kasandra Walsh

Our resident Creative Manager and long-time, part-time stylist, Kosandra is the heart and soul of everything fun and experimental at Emerald City Gowns.

Always pushing us to think outside the box, she’s the creative force that inspires us daily.

One day, she’s going to sew an entire wedding dress herself—mark our words!

When she’s not dreaming up new bridal trends, you can find Kosandra relaxing with her favorite wedding movies: Mamma Mia! and My Big Fat Greek Wedding.

Her love for vibrant, joyful celebrations shines through in everything she does.

Come say hi to Kasandra, make an appointmen at emraldcitygowns.com

08/20/2024

Meet Our Stylist: Janna Richards

Born and raised in Berkeley, Janna brings her creative flair and passion for crafting to every bride she works with.

When she’s not at the shop, you can find her making jewelry or hanging out with her three amazing kids.

🎬 Fun Fact: Her favorite wedding movie is Wedding Crashers!

Come meet Janna and let her help you find the dress of your dreams!

08/16/2024

07/28/2024

The texture of this Anne Barge Blue Willow gown is really 🤌🖐️🖖🤚🫱🫲👋 and pockets too! dream gown

07/23/2024

“Finding my dream gown at Emerald City Gowns was a last-minute miracle, thanks to a friend’s tip and Emilie’s expertise—turning our Alaska elopement into a fairy tale! “✨

At Emerald City Gowns, we’re honored to be part of your special day. When needed the perfect dress for her adventure elopement with only 30 days to spare, we were thrilled to help. 🌟

Read all about her enchanting experience through the link in our bio.

Did you find your gown at Emerald City Gowns and want to share your story?

Submit your experience to be featured!

(Link in the Bio)

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07/22/2024

Simple yet stunning 🤩 this one is a must try! Made with Love “Hendrix” Size 10 (top)/ 14 (bottom) Make your appointment today! 👰‍♀️ ♻️