Savvi Formalwear

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Wedding Dresses and Prom Gowns in Raleigh by today’s most fashion forward designers for the savvy bride.

Savvi Formal Wear and Bridal Shop of Raleigh, offers fabulous designer wedding dresses from the hottest industry leading brands. We are proud to exclusively offer Mori Lee, BLU, Ann Katherine Couture, and Casablanca. Bridesmaid gowns from After Six, Dessy, Mori Lee and Bill Levkoff provide all the latest colors and trends for the season.
Special offers are exclusively available for complete wedding party fashion purchases. Savvi, highly referred and preferred for men's formalwear, now offers our outstanding customer service experience for brides and bridesmaids. Call (919) 783-8911 for your bridal gown appointment today.
Appointments not required for bridesmaids gown selection or measurements.
We carry a full line of prom dresses from LaFemme, Josh & Jazz, and Precious Formals. Our store location is conveniently located in Raleigh's Pleasant Valley Promenade between Marshall’s and Ross.
Bridal Gown Styles & Questions:
What is a Ball gown? A ball gown is defined by the focus on a small waist and large, full skirt. It remains a favorite romantic, fairy tale style. (think Scarlet O’hara in Gone with the Wind). A variety of necklines are featured with this style.
What is a princess dress? A princess gown uses vertical panels that run from the neckline to the hem. A great choice for those brides wishing to elongate their body and make them look taller. It features a sculpted bodice, clean lines & widening skirt.
What is a slip dress? This is a style that consists of fabric cut on the bias to glide over the body, outstanding choices for fabrics include silk, chiffon or lace. This gown will not have onseam supports, otherwise known as boning, sewn in for support, nor will it have any built in undergarments.
What is an empire dress? This style features a high waist which gathers material directly below the bust. Under the bust, it flows loosely all the way to the hem to create an hourglass look. It is a good choice for petite women to elongate features and also a very youthful style.
What is an A-Line dress? This gown forms a triangular A shape, narrow bodice & wide skirt. The best choice of fabrics include satin, toole and taffeta.
What is a Sheath dress? This gown is a narrow, form fitting style that hugs the body by following the natural curves. Chic & sleek. There is no taper to this style.
What is a mermaid dress? This very modern gown hugs the body from the bust to the knee and then flares out to the hem. Different silhouettes are produced when the flare is just above, below or directly at the knee. This style is excellent for tall & fit figures.