I truly can’t say enough wonderful things about my experience with Sonthai! From the initial try-on to all the little details and finally purchasing my dress, he made the entire process so fun, personal, and stress-free. His many years of experience and background really showed in the way he guided me through the process. He has such an incredible eye for the unique details that make each dress special, and he helped me understand what made each gown different and what would feel most like me. I always felt like I could trust his expertise and advice. More than anything, he made me feel like he was truly on my team. He was supportive, patient, and genuinely invested in helping me find the right dress, while always making me feel comfortable and never pressured. I honestly couldn’t have done it without him. He made what could have been an overwhelming part of wedding planning feel exciting, calm, and memorable. I’m so grateful for all of his support and guidance throughout the experience, and I couldn’t recommend him more! ♥️

Bridal Gown Studio
Bridal Gown Studio at a glance
Customers praise the studio for personalized consultations, extensive dress selections, and in-house alterations that allow for custom modifications. Reviewers frequently highlight the attentive service and fair pricing, noting that staff help clients find unique gowns without pressure. However, negative feedback points to recurring issues with communication, including delayed responses and unreturned booking fees. Additional criticisms mention late appointments, difficult parking, and instances where staff behavior was perceived as unprofessional or arrogant.
- Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 226 reviews (92% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 226 Google reviews (188 with written comments, 34 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 1% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 2, 2026.
- Service: Accessory serving San Jose, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
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What can I say about Sonthai… he was amazing and so in tune with the bride! He picked up on her personality and made her feel so special. He catered to all of our party in the best way. She said yes to the dress!
Such a great time finding my sister's dress! Sonthai made the day so special. I wish they were here when I got married 🥰
I HIGHLY recommend Bridal Gown Studio!! You’ll get to work directly with the designer, Sonthai, which is super special. I showed him a few photos of dresses that I liked and the first dress he pulled off the rack is the one I ended up getting after going to 5 different wedding dress stores. I’m in love with the dress :) the lace is SO beautiful and of way higher quality than any other stores, but is a similar price to others. You will be super happy you decided to go to Bridal Gown Studio!
I highly recommend Bridal Gown Studio & will recommend it to all of my friends. Sonthai is the best at what he does, hands down compared to any other bridal shop around. At the big name stores, you're going to get a beautiful dress but one you've seen on every Pinterest post. The dresses at Bridal Grown Studio are one of a kind works of art, that feel custom to you. Sonthai was easy to work with & gave honest feedback & suggestions as well as fair pricing. I had a quick engagement (3 months), & my expectation was to have an off the rack dress. Not only did I not get an off the rack dress, but even on the short timeline, Sonthai suggested different custom elements to my dress so the final version was exactly what I wanted & it was a custom dress. The whole experience from start to finish was perfect, & multiple people complimented my dress, asking me where I got it, & telling me I looked like a princess. It was a stunning dress. I got so many compliments. I highly recommend this business!
I had a great experience with my first time looking for gowns that I decided not to look elsewhere. I was couldn’t decide between two gowns and Sonthai said we can combine them to make a custom dress. He showed me a mock up of what he could create and I am so excited to see my dress when it’s finished! My family also had a great time chatting with him! Thank you!
My dress was perfect and everything I wanted it to be. I got so many compliments and it was so comfortable to wear! I am so glad this is where I got my dress. And I had SO much fun trying on dresses and picking this one!
I had such an amazing experience at this bridal studio! From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel welcomed, comfortable, and truly special. They were incredibly patient, attentive, and helped make what can sometimes feel stressful into a fun and unforgettable experience. The selection of dresses was beautiful, and the team really listened to what I was looking for. They paid attention to every detail and made me feel confident and excited throughout the entire process. Their professionalism, kindness, and passion for what they do truly stand out. I highly recommend this bridal studio to any bride looking for exceptional service and a memorable dress-shopping experience!
While I am not at the point in my life to get married, I'm lucky enough to be a maid of honor and had a wonderful experience here with my friend as she prepares for her big day. Helpful and kind, they were thorough in explanantions, whether it was cost or care for the dress and veil. Didn't feel rushed, pressured, or judged and left with even more excitement to come as we await for the dress alterations. Couldn't have had a better time if we tried.
dresses are beautiful, would recommend to everyone looking for wedding dresses:)
Business details
- Address: 405 N First St #211, San Jose, CA 95112
- Phone: (408) 320-1994
- Website: bridalgownstudio.com
- Service area: San Jose, CA