More 2 Love Bridal

This shop is truly an incredible gem - not just in Toronto but in the entire province. If you are a street size 12 and up bride, make this your first stop because you will be at a shop that will set your expectations of every other store sky-high.

I think we can all agree that the bridal industry is based on very thin, gorgeous looking white women. As a plus sized girl, freshly engaged, I didn't dream of trying on my wedding gown - I instead looked forward to dress shopping with a combination of trepidation, and a healthy dose of steeling myself for an uncomfortable, if not slightly spirit crushing experience. I thought that nothing would fit, and any gowns that did come in my size would be shoved into the very back of the store, out of style and forgotten. I dreaded being told to imagine myself in a dress that wouldn't close, dreaded trying to have that 'bridal experience' when I didn't feel gorgeous.

Well, turns out I didn't need to worry at all, because M2L arrived like it was pulled directly from my dreams.

The shop is BEAUTIFUL - every detail is so pleasing to look at. Velvet chairs, sparkling accessories, and a stunning flower wall are all fabulous, so even before you get to the gowns you're already feeling pretty sumptuous.

And holy heck...the GOWNS. Every colour, fit, fabric, pattern and sparkle you could possibly want. I felt like a kid in a toy store at my appointment as my bridesmaids and consultant pulled dresses based on my intake chat. It was perfect, but the best part?

EVERYTHING FIT.

Maybe not perfectly (because they are sample dresses), but there wasn't one moment where I feared not being able to at least get a majority of a gown on. Most of the gowns actually needed to be clipped on to make them smaller, which as a size 18 - 20 was a pretty funky fresh experience.

The staff are so kind here, Monika and Laura so clearly care about each bride that walks through the door, Rebecca at the front desk is incredibly friendly, and Ashley (my consultant at my first appointment) was non-judgmental and made lacing me into a series of corsets seem like a breeze. I got to try on so many dresses, and when I started to form a vision of what I wanted my consultant would pull new dresses based on the feedback I had.

I had a second appointment here to finalize my dress choice, and it was just as wonderful as the first. I'm so happy to have found my dream wedding dress here, and am so proud to be an M2L Bride.

Curvy and plus sized brides; make this your first stop. We all deserve to feel beautiful, understood and taken care of while we shop for our wedding gowns and you will get all that and more when you make your appointment here.

Bravo, M2L! If only I had the budget for a few more wedding dresses so I could come back to shop again!

Working with Laura at More2Love was great!. The process was very easy and I felt very seen and validated to find fashionable dresses in my size. I highly recommend this store to any curvy bride!

I had the best experience with the ladies at M2L. They made my mom and I feel right at home and helped me find my dream dress. The shop itself is so modern and beautiful and I loved the selection of available styles of gowns. I even ended up purchasing my veil along with my dress. Cannot say enough wonderful things about the whole experience!

I just had my appointment today (October 2) and I can say that it was an amazing experience. As a plus size bride, I was worried about finding something that would fit me, I thought it would be one of those situations where I would just hold up the dress in front of me and pretend to see myself in it. As soon as I walked into the door I felt welcomed and comfortable. The dresses were gorgeous, the store was gorgeous, shoot even the bathroom was gorgeous! After trying on a handful of dresses I found the one and it made me feel so good since this was literally my first dress appointment. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a plus size dress, you won't regret it!
Overall 10/10

I had the best experience at More 2 Love Bridal!

My partner and I are both women, both a little chunky and both wanted to wear a dress on our big day. I was incredibly nervous as dress shopping isn't usually a fun event for me.

Monika and Laura had such positive, chill, judgement free vibes from the beginning. They spoke with us and asked us questions to get an idea of what we liked and didn't like. They had so many options in the store and a wide range of samples sizes so I never felt like a dress was inaccessible because it didn't fit. You end up fairly naked around whoever is helping you in and out of dresses but they were respectful and somehow it didn't feel weird at all.

They were inclusive, it was never awkward or an issue that we are both brides. Their forms said "partner" instead of groom which I really appreciated. Best of all we both found our dream dresses! I ended up with the first one they brought me, of course I tried on lots more but that was the one. They were great about taking lots of photos for us.

The shop itself is beautiful, super clean and cozy. The washroom is big and accessible. There was a great wedding playlist on when we were there.

I was bracing for big time disappointment and it was the opposite, a fun exciting day with partner and these lovely ladies. Can't wait to pick up my dress!

Also we love a women owned business and starting your own is no joke. Love when we get to put our wedding money into the hands of hard working boss women.

From the moment you walk to the moment you step out of the front door you are welcomed so warmly and just the most kindest women! Thank you for helping me feel beautiful and confident! This was a memory i will cherish forever.

It was a good experience overall. I loved my dress and the price was good. I wish they had more selection though. The shop assistants were very nice and helpful.

I have never felt so comfortable trying on anything. The ladies there are amazing. I started a little late looking for my dress. I fell in love with one and we weren't sure it would arrive in time. Luckily they gave the designer as much time as they could and would rush my alterations so I could get it in time.

The Monika was amazing, the alterations were done fast but perfect, the store was beautiful, and the dresses were truly breathtaking.

It’s so refreshing to visit a beautiful boutique that has wedding dresses that you don’t have to squeeze yourself into to try on! I loved the selection and found my dress here. There were so many great options. Great service too!

Just as a context I, as I’m sure many women, struggle to find outfits that look good. I am big in places that force me to get bigger sizes but then I look like I’m drowning in them.
When it came to having to find a wedding dress it was the most dreaded task on my list of things to do when planning my wedding (which it shouldn’t be! It should be one of the most exciting and memorable moments).
After coming here, my feelings towards wedding dress shopping completely changed with the FIRST dress I tried on (which ironically was the one I got) I have never felt so beautiful, elegant and even sexy in clothes before. Even my mother commented that my demeanour towards shopping completely changed after my experience here. This was the first bridal shop that I tried, but after trying a few others I had to come back again and I ended up saying YES to the dress!
With both my experiences, I worked with The owners Monica and Laura as well as the associate Ashley and all of them were phenomenal. They listened to what I was looking, asking about my comfort level, recommending fabulous dresses, at the same time giving my family and I the privacy, space and time to make the decision. They are absolutely amazing with their communication and I cannot wait to work with them further when my dress arrives!
I want to keep my dress a surprise, so I’m not posting the dress I picked but here are a few others I LOVED!!
Thank you to More2Love for making this A wonderful memory and experience even with the restrictions in place.