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56 reviews for Jinza Couture Bridal
Review Highlights
"I just found my dream wedding dress @ Jinza Couture Bridal."
(in 10 reviews)
"...fact that my bridal gown is being custom made just for me."
(in 7 reviews)
"I've selected a bias-fit, Carloyn Bissett-esq gown."
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56 reviews in English
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Review from Lynn G.
Davis, CA
1/10/2012 2 Check-ins Here
I can't tell you how happy I was to find Jinza. After visiting a bunch of the "best" bridal shops in San Francisco, I was beginning to think that I would never find my dress. I am not an off-the-rack body type, and the other shops were all telling me I would have to order a dress 4 or 6 sizes bigger than I wear to accommodate my chest, and then would have to alter the rest to fit me. This sounded crazy to me, especially when the dresses aren't cheap to begin with.
Enter Jinza. She took one look at me and picked out my dress. She was right, the dress was perfect. And she will build the dress to my exact measurements and wishes. She is such a kind person, and she really put me at ease over something that I have been dreading for a very long time. I know my dress will be perfect and better than I can even imagine, and I will be comfortable in it too. I can't wait! -
Review from Danielle Y.
San Francisco, CA
11/19/2011
Jinza was my SAVIOR!! I arrived at Jinza's store two months before my wedding with two dresses: one of which I hated and the other that killed my back (warning to all: don't get a corset dress, they're so uncomfortable!). Jinza was incredible --- in the span of seven weeks, she made me two of the most amazing dresses I have ever seen. I actually sketched out the second dress and she somehow just got it.
The best part about her was how calm she was: she assured me that no matter how much jumping i did on the dance floor my dress wouldn't fall down (which for some reason was a big fear of mine:)). What was a relatively stressful process, Jinza made into a joyful experience. I can't thank her, or recommend her, enough! -
Review from nancy b.
San Francisco, CA
8/20/2011
I really enjoyed my experience here. I even got to meet Jinza herself. She is so talented...I fell in love with all the dresses that I tried on...the fabrics she used are so beautiful...light and flowy...
I wanted to get my dress here...but I had to consult my budget, the husband to be and the mom. I couldn't spend 4k+ on a dress that I would only wear once...so I had to stop dreaming about the dress I fell in love with...and went searching some place else.
If I wasn't on a budget...I would totally get my dress here...I've already told my well off nonbudget friends about Jinza, and they will definitely make the trip! -
Review from Nance H.
7/16/2011
Jinza is a sweetheart. I modeled her dresses for a runway show and every time I interacted with her, she made me feel very welcomed and appreciated.
When I first walked into her bridal shop, I was immediately taken back by all of her breathtaking dresses. I fell in love with all the dresses I tried on and walked down the runway.
It's obvious all of her dresses were all intricately made; they are absolutely beautiful and one-of-a kind. Once I slipped on her dress, I felt like an ultimate princess. -
Review from Chelsea M.
Fremont, CA
9/25/2011
I can't say enough of how great this place is! I went to a couple of places before and they either had really bedazzled and tacky dresses or really rude people! Right when I stepped in Jinza's I met Jinza herself! I felt pretty legit after that! She asked what kind of dress I'm looking for and bam she picked out a couple and the first one she picked out was the one! The shortest appointment of my life and it felt great! Vanessa helped me out with trying it on and she was so nice, my mother and bridal party was very impressed with the experience at Jinza's! Thank goodness the fun doesn't stop since I go in there like 3 times for the fittings woot!!
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Review from Heidi E.
San Francisco, CA
11/4/2010 1 photo
There isn't a better place in San Francisco, or the US to work with for your perfect wedding dress. I had no idea what to expect when I first walked into Jinza's shop. She was the first place I looked and the last dress I put on in her shop made me cry. I was determined to shop around and do my research so then made appointments at almost every other bridal shop in the city.
No one has the same customer service and craftmanship in her dresses as Jinza. She takes pride in each piece and created my "dream dress" for me.
With Jinza's help, we put together two of her designs to create a custom wedding dress that I had only dreamed about. Her fabric is so rich and beautiful and the dress just "falls" into place exactly where it's supposed to since she makes every dress exactly to your measurements.
I felt like a movie star on my wedding day, and best of all, was wearing the most comfortable dress I've ever had on in my entire life. It felt like I was wearing silk pajamas and moved, danced, and floated around the entire day.
Everyone is commenting on "THE DRESS" and I have to give all the credit to Jinza. She is absolutely sensational, and you must look at her dresses before you buy one. You will not be disappointed.
I've uploaded a picture of the dress, it was white satin and moved incredibly. Tasteful, elegant, and classic. Thank you Jinza for making my wedding dress, and wedding day, a dream come true! Love YOU! -
Review from Em P.
9/26/2010
I love, love, love Jinza. She's a brilliant designer who listens to your vision, while steering you in the right direction when needed. She knows how to flatter a woman's figure and emphasize your personal style.
I just got my finished dress a few days ago, and I can't wait to wear it for my wedding. I'd totally post a photo, but can't yet, because my fiance isn't allowed to see it.
I was referred to Jinza by a friend who hired Jinza to make her wedding gown; the same friend had about 4 other friends who also used Jinza. I, in turn, must recommend her to Yelpers! -
Review from Heidi L.
San Francisco, CA
12/10/2010
There is no better place to find custom couture bridal than at Jinza Couture. Her designs are truly exceptional, whether it's simple statuesque column sheaths, classic lace trimmed mermaid gowns or ballooning bubbled satin ball gowns; Jinza's world is full of wonder! She will patiently guide you through your choices and hers, and in my case build a gown around one I liked. Her creative spirit and easygoing personality make the mental leap of designing a custom gown you've never seen or touched possible. It was an honor to work with the designer herself.
Ultimately I chose something more simple and less expensive for my beach wedding than the Fashion Week worthy creation Jinza and I had put together. Had I not found my dress, I might consider going back to Jinza to reconsider, rework and redesign our original concept. That level of access to a couture designer and having so much input in the design process is absolutely exceptional and warrants a sixth if not seventh star. If you have reached the end of the line and are fed up with your search, consider reaching out to Jinza to create something with your preferences in mind. Different dresses can be pieced together, which is magical. Give her your budget, as she told me "I try to work with brides. I know it's tough right now."
If anything visit Jinza because it's like test driving a sports car! You should at least go to see what all the fuss is about and try on some of her unique creations. If anything it will be refreshing to see that not all bridal gowns look the same. -
Review from Rachael S.
San Francisco, CA
7/17/2010
The positives: Her dresses are absolutely beautiful! I loved trying on dresses with the designer right there to answer questions and suggest others that I might like. There's definitely no one more knowledgeable than the person who actually made it!
The negatives: The dresses are definitely out of my price range, unfortunately. While there were some affordable ones there, the ones I fell in love with were almost $5,000. You can also only take pictures of the one you decide at the end is your favorite, which was disappointing because I really, really liked 2 different dresses. My mom was a little disappointed because she wanted me to try on a dress on a mannequin, but she gave us another dress instead that she said was a similar design, but more for a younger bride like me. My mom thought it was very different from the one she actually wanted me to try on. -
Review from Margaret R.
San Francisco, CA
3/13/2011
I didn't buy a dress here, but I accompanied my friend who tried on dresses. The dresses were quite beautiful and fit my friend very nicely...the dresses range from $5000-$6000. Every dress is a custom order and designed to fit you like a glove.
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Review from Rachel G.
San Francisco, CA
3/17/2009
Jinza is well on her way to becoming the next Vera Wang. She has an absolutely incredible eye for design and how to dress a woman's body to make her look her best. I am so thrilled that she's designing my wedding dress; it's been a wonderful experience working with her from the start thanks to her warm demeanor and attention to detail. The level of workmanship on her dresses is unparalleled by any of the dresses in the other 8 stores I went to on the grand wedding dress shopping quest.
Ladies, if you want to rock a truly original, sophisticated wedding dress, go to Jinza - you won't regret it. And, as Tiffany M. pointed out, she does name her dresses after brides. She made my month when she told me the other day that my dress is now called "The Rachel." Jinza will also design a custom veil and hairpiece for you to complement the dress, if you're so inclined. Pic to follow after the big day!Listed in: Wacky Wedding Wares
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Review from Tiffany M.
Union City, CA
2/6/2009 3 photos
"A happy bride, makes a happy bridesmaid."
Having a scheduled appointment at Jinza on Saturday, Union St. so happen to have a gas leak which closed down half of the block. Jinza called to say the appointment would have to be rescheduled, BUT after driving from Vallejo to the City, didn't really cut it for my cousin(the Bride).
We ended up waiting for an hour at the near by Starbucks, and LO AND BEHOLD Jinza herself was at Starbucks on her laptop!!!
Time passed...after the firemen and police officers opened up the street, Jinza finally called us over for our appointment.
Besides the whole gas leak.....The dresses are beautiful. $5000+ ladies.
She names her dresses, by the first* bride who purchased the dress. -
Review from Miss H.
San Francisco, CA
2/11/2010
My review is for the service I received going into Jinza couture. I already have a dress, so I'm on the search for veils, hair accessories, and earrings.
I had my tiny, very well behaved, and well dressed dog in tow. I was actually carrying him and she told me that I couldn't try anything since I had my dog with me. I found that a bit odd and when I asked if I could just look, she agreed, but reminded me rudely that I couldn't touch or try and went to her desk. I was surprised she didn't ask me anything about what I was looking for or how she could help. Not much of a sales woman I guess.
As for the accessories, not my taste and won't be back; didn't seem like couture or high fashion, kind of a weird mix. Maybe her strong suit is her custom dresses. So if you are like me and have a dress already, I'd pass and look elsewhere.Listed in: Wedding Planning - my…
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Review from Terry D.
San Francisco, CA
10/27/2008
I love Jinza's boutique. Everything about it is very antique & beautiful. From her gowns to her furniture it is like stepping into wedding dress heaven. She has maybe 30 gowns on display which you can touch and oo-ah over. Her appointments are 1 hour and both times that I had appointments I was her only client. I think it's purposely that way because there is only 1 dressing room. Jinza is the one who will help you into the gowns as well. She is super nice and never pressured me to buy once. I tried on 3 dresses and the range is $3.5k - $6k. Yes it is pricey but I definitely think it is worth it for a custom made-to-fit gown. You won't be able to find a dress like her creation. I felt blown away by all 3 dresses I tried. The details on the gowns are impeccable. The material she uses definitely look and feel like quality.
Another plus: you can take pictures.
Now if only I can decide......all her dresses are too beautiful! -
Review from Gina C.
11/17/2007
Jinza is very talented - her dresses are beautiful. Her style is very romantic and feminine. Her lace dresses are exquisite - I didn't think I would like lace, but the lace dresses ended up being my favorites.
I have some more time til I make my final decision - she is certainly in my top 2 favorite designers -
Review from Mei Ling L.
San Francisco, CA
8/13/2011
I just found my dream wedding dress @ Jinza Couture Bridal. I live in SF and was showing my little sister (also my maid of honor) around. We visited a couture bridal store in russian hill, I wanted to show my lil sis I dress I like there, but had no intentions to do anymore wedding dress shopping in that same day. BUT, we happened to stumble across Jinza while strolling around on Union Street. My intention was to just take a look. Lucky me, Jinza (the owner/designer) was free and asked me if I wanted to try on some dresses. The first dress I tried on was the dress I ended up buying that same day. My sister and I fell in love with it, and she wouldn't let me leave the store without that dress. So, thats what I did. BAM. DONE. Perfect wedding dress. Made JUST FOR ME. I love Jinza. My first impression of her was great. I'll update this after my fittings and will post pictures of this A.M.A.Z.I.N.G dress later! SOOO excited!
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Review from Inga W.
2/27/2010
Jinza is definitely a talented designer and she really focuses on fit and quality. I came in here on a weekday so I was the only one there. I told her what I pictured my dress to be and we walked the floor. She picked out the dresses and a few others to try for me that were a bit out of my comfort scope. We talked about each dress and the elements that I liked and didn't like. Even though she is the designer she didn't take offense to what I said.
In the end, I liked elements from two different dresses that since she is making the dress custom can be combined and the dress will be made exactly for me. Her prices are not that high considering what you get. There are no alteration fees because she will take your measurements and it will be the perfect dress. She is definitely one of my finalists for where to get my dress. -
Review from Vanessa K.
San Francisco, CA
4/6/2011
Walking into Jinza's store is breathtaking! Her gowns are beautiful and they fit you like a glove since they are all custom made. Her designs are truly amazing and there is not just one dress you will fall in love with, but many. When you are looking for your dress you must stop and visit Jinza Couture Bridal!
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Review from Stephanie P.
Sausalito, CA
1/20/2010
I purchased my wedding dress from Jinza, and I really couldn't be more pleased! Her styles are feminine and sweet, aaaannnndddd... Couture!!! If you're an odd size (me, I'm super petite and would require a cut-to-fit dress anywhere else), you NEED a custom dress that is sewn for you. Otherwise, the proportions just don't work, and you KNOW you want to look stellar on your wedding day!
And I will say, I think that as far as couture goes, Jinza is pretty reasonable. It costs about the same to get a gown made as for you to purchase a gown elsewhere and get the necessary alterations...
The first time I visited here, Jinza tried a few dresses on me and I didn't love any. But when I made the return trip with my mom, she had a new dress that she had just created, I tried it on, and voila! It was MY dress... And haha, it actually is my dress and forever will be - Jinza names her gowns after the first bride that purchases it. If you ever purchase the "Stephanie" - that's me! :) I loved how sweet and pretty the dress was, and during the fitting process, you can have your train taken in or elongated, and you can also change the volume of the skirt. You, as the bride, truly have the ability to customize your dress the way you want it.
I loved working with Jinza, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the dress she created for me. I only wish I had another excuse to wear it again... :( -
Review from Daniela F.
New York, NY
3/2/2010 1 photo
Stunning, one of a kind creations await you at Jinza's amazing salon. Truly, Jinza herself has a gift for knowing the dress that will simply be perfect on you -- for your body, for your wedding venue and for your personality. I had seen many beautiful dresses in my search, but it wasn't until I met Jinza that I found a real treasure in a sea of lace and satin.
The fact that the dresses are really created out of Jinza's confectionary dreams means that each one has a special feeling. Once I slipped mine on, I knew it was my dress.
Thank you Jinza! -
Review from erin p.
Oakland, CA
11/17/2008
I knew when I first walked into her shop that I was coming into a place that was completely unlike any of the other bridal boutiques I'd been to, but I didn't realize just how awesome my experience would be.
You see, Jinza totally won me over. She's just so down to earth and honest. And she does such beautiful work. Her dresses are feminine in style, but nothing is over the top; it's all about subtlety done right.
So, clearly I knew I was in the right place when I came in, but I didn't decide for sure that I wanted to have my dress made by Jinza until she looked at me and said, "You're smiling like a little girl!" And I thought, "How could I not be?" Jinza's dress made me feel like a princess!
I left knowing that was it, but just to be safe, decided to sleep on it . . . and what did I dream about? Jinza's dress!
Guess I should call her to let her know my decision, now. How exciting! -
Review from Emily M.
San Francisco, CA
12/20/2010
I went to Jinza's shop in my tour of SF bridal boutiques. She eventually was the source for my wedding dress and the whole process could not have been more pleasant.
First, she was the only one who did not try to upsell me (and did not grimace when I told her my price range)!
Second, her shop is quiet and completely unhectic. It is kind of blissful, actually. I never felt rushed nor pressured in any way. Rather, I was made to feel very beautiful (and sane!).
Third, and most importantly, Jinza is an incredibly talented designer and, in fact, stylist. I went in with a very specific idea of what I thought I wanted, and tried on several things in that genre. She then said, "wait a minute, I have something in the back that I think would really be right for you." THAT, my friends, was THE DRESS - the one she brought from the back, the one I never would have chosen for myself. And, in fact, it was less expensive than all the others I was trying on. It was truly perfect for me. A few totally painless fittings later, and I had my own custom dress that was classic, comfortable, totally unique, and that all of my friends and family said "Yep, that is exactly you. That is YOUR dress." Her fabrics are of the highest quality, truly exceptional. (Mine was made of silk and silk organza).
I'm happy with who I married, so unfortunately I probably won't get to visit Jinza again, but I will strongly recommend her to all my friends! -
Review from Leah O.
San Francisco, CA
7/7/2009
I've been undecided on whether I'd even wear a wedding dress or go for a really nice white gown.
This was the first bridal shop I've actually been into. I just happened to have about 15 minutes to spare and walked in to take a peek.
I fully expected to walk in and out in 5 minutes to confirm my belief that I don't really 'do bridal'. And as she was busy with a bride I thought this would make it even easier to slip in and out no hassle.
BUT....OMG.
I loved the first dress I looked at, and the second, and the third, and the fourth....
When Jinza finished with the bride she helped me with my selection of FIVE dresses, added a couple more into the mix that she thought would suit and I completely fell in love with the dress she suggested for me. She read my body perfectly.....now that's a seriously impressive and useful skill! (I'm pretty slim and she pointed out a lot of the styles I'd picked would probably swamp me....and she was totally right)
My friends and family all live abroad so she very kindly took a picture of me in the dress on my blackberry so I could send them the pics of the dress I'd fallen in love with!
She asked me to describe the venue, setting etc and we both agreed the dress was SPOT ON. I'll keep looking 'just to be sure'. I couldn't possibly have found THE DRESS in the first store I walked into could I?????? Really????
I'll keep you posted. -
Review from Shanna M.
Mountain View, CA
6/22/2008
Jinza has beautiful designs. The shop is beautiful and feminine. What's great is that it is Jinza that is helping you try on dresses. I have to admit, Amy Kuschel did a better job of really pampering and doing finishing touches on you after you tried on your dress. But Jinza's designs were overall a bit prettier to me. I tried on a breathtaking ethereal dress that I saw on the mannequin and it was even more lovely on -- and it fit perfectly. One thing to note is that her dresses run small, so if you're over a size 2, you may be in trouble in some areas. Her prices are a bit more expensive (think more like $3K-$5K), but the intricacy, material, and beadwork shows it.
I have found my top 3 dress choice at Jinza...what to do?!? -
Review from I F.
San Mateo, CA
7/20/2008
Jinza is a very talented designer with a good eye for design and also very helpful in choosing dresses in her shop that will flatter your body shape. It is really a neat experience to have the designer herself tell you about the dress and discuss the pluses and minuses of how it looks on you. Price wise her dresses start at 2K.
I didn't find anything in the running to be "The One" as the dresses were not really my taste, but would recommend the salon overall and as well for shoes, veils and accessories. -
Review from Fei X.
Alameda, CA
8/26/2009
Jinza is very professional! I made the appointment one day earlier, just shortly after I arrived the shop, there were another two girls came in, and they were just browsing through some accessories. Apparently, they didn't make the appt. So when I went in to try my first gown, I heard Jinza actually asked them to leave the store, she said because the store is quite small, and I made an appt earlier, so she would like to just keep the store only for me. I felt that was extremely nice and professional of her. As in that way, I and my friend can enjoy enough privacy and express our opinions on the dress freely.
Besides the profession ism Jinza has, she also has great tastes! The two dresses she picked up for me all ended up the best two I like... even though I think I will never pick up them if she didn't. -
Review from Shelly B.
San Francisco, CA
8/29/2011
Jinza is not only a talented dress designer, but delightful to work with. She was able to help me find a fabulous dress within my budget. I initially fell in love with more than one dress in her shop, but with my sister and friend's help I was able to select one - the one. Jinza made the process of dress shopping so pleasant. She is so much more accommodating than any other store that I visited. She was able to alter my dress in very little time and was extremely easy to schedule fittings with. I would recommend Jinza to my friends and family. Don't waste your time anywhere else. You will have a wonderful experience with Jinza and her beautiful dresses.
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Review from Lauren H.
San Francisco, CA
11/11/2010 1 Check-in Here
This was disappointing. I really expected better after reading the reviews. I had a pretty decent idea of wanted. Jinza was so sweet - I really wanted to like the dresses. However, after going to about five other places, I began to have an eye for the details. The lace she uses is low quality. She gets her fabrics from all over the place, including France and China. She seems to have a good eye for style and the designs are beautiful, but the fabric is off. She was so patient with me and she even took photos of my favorite dress, but the quality of fabric was heartbreaking. The dress I liked was $2975, just a few hundred dollars less than my true dream dress I found elsewhere that was much higher quality.
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Review from Nathalie K.
San Francisco, CA
11/24/2010
I use Yelp every day, but today is the first time I have felt the need to review a business myself and share my experience.
I love Jinza and am so grateful to her for solving my cookie cutter bridal dress anxieties. She is a deeply talented, intuitive dress stylist. She listens to you while reading beyond with her experience and skills.
I've tried on EVERY dress in SF and half of the ones in LA.
Jinza's designs, lines, patterns are SO flattering, so elegant, simply feminine and sexy while still elegant. There are some big gowns, but never too much material where you don't need it, and just the right line, angle, cut to complement feminine curves and shape. All are classic yet totally unique.
The details and fabrics are unlike any I found anywhere else - including designer couture- and she hand makes each one to your body in her workshop right there on Union St., so where you need more or less you can work with her. Beautiful silks, satins - super high quality - you can really tell.
You can customize your dress entirely to your tastes as well - AND the best part is she's no BS - she has a great eye for what works well and what doesn't on your body, and knows what kind of cuts could be incorporated to your dream dress to make you look smashing.
Your mom and friends won't be able to give that perspective...
She has a bunch of styles on sample sale now, and was having a fall promotion as well, but for the quality and style of dress you get, while not inexpensive, it is a GREAT VALUE. -
Review from Martina p.
Oakland, CA
1/10/2011
Jinza is a true artist and her work is worth every penny!
I had gone to every bridal shop I could find in San Francisco.
Initially the prices at Jinza's were out of my budget and I reluctantly settled for a dress somewhere else, which I later sold because it sucked and then I purchased an awesome dress from Jinza that fit like a glove. The thing is, other shops may have ready-to-wear dresses but they have alot of hidden fees, for example a "hemming" fee when the dress is ordered (which was $300 at Priscilla of Boston!!!!!) and then tons of alterations fees because the fit is so bad. Jinza's uses the absolute best materials, artistic one of a kind designs, and custom tailored fit to your body. I wish I had just ponied up for Jinza dress immediately instead of wasting my time and money searching for a less expensive dress.
My best advice to any bride is to go straight to Jinza's. It is WELL worth every cent and you deserve to look like an absolute princess on your wedding day. Do not even waste your time looking around because Jinza will make you a piece of art that highlights your figure, whatever it may be.
My Jinza wedding dress was absolute magic - I received so many compliments at the wedding and even have guests still mention how beautiful my Jinza wedding dress was. Best of all, my husband just about passed out when he saw me walking down the aisle.
Please take my advice and just trust Jinza . . . she is the best kept secret in the design world. -
Review from Alex G.
Belmont, CA
Updated - 6/1/2010 3 Check-ins Here
I went back to Jinza with my mom (who didn't love my favorite dress . . . grrr.) My mom kept wanting me to try on these plain dresses that just weren't "me" and I was getting pretty frustrated. Jinza could definitely see my frustration, so she said "Those dresses are for an older bride, or a second marriage, not for a young girl." That was better than what I wanted to say. Crisis averted!
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4/23/2010
I loved loved loved Jinza's store. All the dresses were gorgeous works of art.
I saw her website… Read more »
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Review from Christina G.
San Francisco, CA
11/15/2010 3 photos
I passed by Jinza on union street just as I was starting my wedding gown search. Jinza saw me peeking in and invited me to come in even though it was close to closing. I tried on 3 dresses from the beautiful gowns she creates, and I felt like cinderella in the very first one. After that I made appts at other bridal shops but kept thinking about Jinza's gowns, and I went back. Besides the beautiful shimmering fabric that was exactly what I wanted for my outdoor beach wedding- strapless, with beading, and 4 layers of flowing chiffon skirt, antique white, she also added touches just for me, so it really was a dress made for me! In addition, she fashioned the veil herself to completely match the fabric of the dress, and I also bought my beautiful earrings and shoes from her with her great style and advice, with full understanding of what kind of bride I was and what I was looking for! She was always available by phone and in person with a smile on her face, and made everything so easy. Jinza truly has grace as a person, is kind and helpful, and it just made the process so much easier and personal! Her dresses are all so different and unique that I am sure any bride can find what they are looking for among her designs... I recommend her highly to all of my friends and you... you will feel special on your wedding day and know that you have a gown that is personally designed for you...
I've uploaded a couple pictures..
thank you, Jinza!!! -
Review from Kattya B.
San Francisco, CA
1/22/2007
I love the fact that my bridal gown is being custom made just for me! Jinza is great and has reasonable prices!
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Review from Elianna G.
San Francisco, CA
Updated - 10/20/2010
Jinza is an amazing designer. She does wonders with fabrics, mixing them to bring out new dimensions. Fascinating designs.
Her work is fairly edgy using unique fabrics, buttons, flowers, draping and more. Amazing, with all this detail, the dress shows off even the petite bride without looking like the dress is wearing her.
Innovative, artistic, creative. Fabulous fabrics, excellent workmanship.
She can make changes to any of her existing designs or even draw up something new for you.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/11/2010
Her dresses are stunning, and if you don't know what you're looking for, she will find exactly the… Read more »
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Review from Ginger C.
Daly City, CA
5/2/2008
I visited Jinza on my first trip gown shopping. She's extremely nice, but not exactly the style I was looking for. Her dresses tend to be very cinderella ball gownish, which I understand some people like. Definitely try some place else if you are looking for a more sleek design.
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Review from Phuong K.
San Francisco, CA
5/17/2007
Jinza is AMAZING & so TALENTED!!! As a very particular bride-to-be, working with Jinza to custom design my dream wedding gown, was simply a treat through all the chaos during my wedding planning. Jinza was able to take my initial design and create something even more spectacular than I imagine for myself. Her attention to detail, custom fitting and classic style made my gown a timeless piece. It's been 3 years since I've gotten married and to this day, I would have picked no other! I highly recommend her work which I find rivals any famous bridal designer around! Plus she's so sweet, friendly & afforadable!
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Review from Sonia D.
San Francisco, CA
5/23/2011
Jinza sounded really sweet over the phone, and I'm sure she's great. Unfortunately, my appointment wasn't with her. The woman I worked with was very nice, but inexperienced. All of the dresses were pinned too loose, she couldn't tell me anything about the fabric, couldn't remember what I had tried on, and paid no attention to my budget. The dress that I was the most interested in turned out to be $2,500 over what I had hoped to spend. Some dresses had potential, but as I haven't yet found anything that feels even close to "the one", having someone who truly knows what they're doing with a strong fashion/styling sense would have been very helpful. With the right alteration suggestions, maybe we would have even come up something I loved.
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Review from Sara L.
8/14/2009
I didn't end up getting a dress here but I thought the place was great. Jinza was very helpful and she even brought a dress from the back (it was almost finished, she was still putting the last details in) that she thought I would like, and I did! I really did like it but I just wanted something a lil more dramatic. Her dress styles are more flow-y, so if that's what you're looking for, def give this place a try. I think the dress prices start around 3 thousand, at least the one I liked was 3.5k.
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Review from Amanda D.
San Francisco, CA
2/21/2008
I visited Jinza but didn't end up getting a dress here. Jinza is really nice and helpful. Her dresses are very feminine and beautiful--they are definitely designed by someone who knows how to flatter different body types. I tried on two dresses that I really liked--the one on her website that is kind of like Marylin Monroe's white dress, but longer, and a lacy one. Surprisingly I really like the lacy one even though I'm usually allergic to very girly stuff. The first one was $2200, the second $2900 (that includes all the fittings and everything). Jinza is great, and if you;re looking to spend between $2-3k I'd definitely go see her.
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Review from Maria B.
San Francisco, CA
5/29/2007
I'm not the bride to be but the maid of honor and I felt it was my job to help my best friend find the perfect wedding dress and I think we found it! Jinza's talent is out of this world. She is amazing! I can't say enough about her attention to detail and creativity. My friend tried on 5 dresses and it just so happens the first dress she tried on was a perfect fit and we both looked at each other thought "this is the dress". It also helps that Jinza is the one helping you in and out of the dresses because she can tell where she needs to pin and tuck the dresses to make it more fitting. I definitely think my friend will order her dress from Jinza
