Book Your Bridal Appointment at Mara in Charles City, IA

At Mara Bridal, we believe finding your dream dress should be an unforgettable experience. Located in historic downtown Charles City, our boutique offers a personalized and elegant appointment that’s all about you.

Appointment Options

Initial Bridal Appointment (Free)
1 hour 30 minutes of quality time in one of our exclusive bridal suites

Access to the entire bridal gown collection from Justin Alexander, Lillian West, Enzoani, Sincerity Bridal, Casablanca, and more

A glass of bubbly to toast when you say yes to the dress

VIB Private Appointment
Exclusive use of the boutique, complimentary sweet treats, and a bottle of bubbly

Ideal for brides seeking elevated service

$150 fee, with a $75 credit toward special-order gown purchases over $1,000

Available Thursday evenings (5 pm) and Sundays (10 am, noon, or 2 pm)

Requires at least one week’s advance notice; cancellable up to 48 hours prior

Please note: To give you the best possible wedding dress, mother's gown, or tuxedo shopping experience, appointments are strongly recommended at Mara. We welcome all prom dress shoppers on a first-come, first-served basis, so appointments are not accepted except on Tuesdays when they are required. If you’re planning to shop for your bridal gown on a Saturday, we kindly ask that you request a time at 9 am, 11 am, or 1 pm in advance, as that is the busiest day for shoppers. Please review our Store Hours below, then schedule your appointment.

Monday | CLOSED
Tuesday | 10-5
Wednesday | 10-5
Thursday | 10-5

*By Appointment Only Thursday Evenings*
Friday | 10-5
Saturday | 9-3
Sunday | CLOSED, but VIB Private Bridal Appointments Accepted

Appointments

We are SO excited to help you!

When you're ready to schedule your appointment, you can do so here!

After completing the request form, you will receive an appointment confirmation email and text within two business days. If you don't see that communication, please call us at 641-228-3301.

"I went into the shop without much of an exact idea of what I was looking for in a wedding dress, and the staff was super helpful by breaking down options and prices, checking into my preferences, giving dress suggestions as well as letting me choose some dresses to try on. They made the experience feel personal and fun while helping guide me to dresses that fit my style. High quality dresses and accessories. Definitely recommend checking out when looking for a wedding dress!"
Bride-to-be, Alyssa

Book Your Bridal Appointment at Mara in Charles City, IA

Appointment Options

Appointments

We are SO excited to help you! When you're ready to schedule your appointment, you can do so here! After completing the request form, you will receive an appointment confirmation email and text within two business days. If you don't see that communication, please call us at 641-228-3301.

We are SO excited to help you!

When you're ready to schedule your appointment, you can do so here!

After completing the request form, you will receive an appointment confirmation email and text within two business days. If you don't see that communication, please call us at 641-228-3301.