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BEST BRIDAL DRESS
STORE
LESTAN FASHION HEADQUARTERS INC.
1902 Ralph Avenue (718) 531-0800
Lestan Fashion Headquarters Inc. is a familyowned
bridal salon that, for over 40 years, has
made a name for itself in Brooklyn. At home
on Ralph Avenue, Lestan offers an astounding
array of designer gowns — from mother-ofthe
bride looks to bridesmaids and wedding
dresses — fit for just about any occasion. With
starting prices as low as just $100, Lestan
makes it easy — and affordable — to find the
dress of your dreams (plus, they’ll meet any
competitive price). At Lestan, every bride
is treated with the same respect and care,
no matter her budget. Pair all that with its
incredible customer service and quality items,
and it’s no wonder why Lestan takes the whole
wedding cake when it comes to best bridal
dress store in the borough.
BEST BRIDAL HAIR
STYLING
PILO ARTS
8412 3rd Avenue (718) 748-7411
A bride’s hair can be just as important as — if
not more-so than — her wedding dress. At
Pilo Arts in Bay Ridge, a bride’s vision can be
brought to life — and made to last. From updos
to down-dos and everything in between,
Pilo Arts does it all, and they do it for a price
that won’t send you over budget. Plus, they do
it with a smile. How can you beat that?
BEST FAVORS/INVITATIONS
EMMA’S CREATIONS
6616 11th Avenue (718) 833-4585
Emma’s Creations on the border of Borough
Park and Dyker Heights is the place to beat for
best favors and invitations in all of Brooklyn.
The local business specializes in everything
from birthdays and weddings to bridal and baby
showers and more. With the options as endless
as the staff is courteous and creative, it’s a nobrainer
why Emma’s Creations was pegged for
the best favors and invitations in the borough.
BEST MAKEUP ARTIST
BEAUTY BY ROLA
512 74th Street (718) 238-8730
Every bride wants to look stunning on her
wedding day — and sometimes, a girl just
wants to look good. At Beauty by Rola Salon
& Spa in Bay Ridge, makeup is used to help
enhance a client’s natural beauty. Beauty
by Rola boasts a friendly environment that
caters exclusively to women — all while also
providing affordable salon services without
compromising professionalism and unbeatable
quality. At the salon, lead makeup artist
Rola is renowned for her creative talents and
high standards, as well as for going above
and beyond for her clients (she sometimes
even lends a few wedding recommendations,
from venue to caterers, and helps where she
can). With over 13 years of makeup artistry
experience, Rola is a go-to for brides, not just
in Brooklyn, but from around the country.
BEST MEN’S FORMAL
WEAR
DANTE ZELLER TUXEDO BY SARNO
8201 5th Avenue (718) 238-7628
Dante Zeller Tuxedo by Sarno, founded in
1940, is a men’s formalwear chain that boasts
traditional and modern tuxedos for sale or
rent, as well as suits and sportswear. With
an extensive selection matched only by its
reputation of stellar customer service, it should
come as no surprise that the Brooklyn iteration
of Dante Zeller Tuxedo by Sarno — at home on
5th Avenue in Bay Ridge — is the best shop for
men’s formal wear in the borough. They’ve been
there for every celebration life has to offer, from
senior proms to quinceaneras and everything in
between. Dante Zeller Tuxedo by Sarno is more
than a company — it’s a family.
WEDDINGS