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Well-Established Bridal & Formalwear Boutique
Well-Established Bridal & Formalwear Boutique
Well-Established Bridal & Formalwear Boutique – Wake County, NC
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established formalwear retail business with over 25 years of operating history. The company serves a diverse clientele with bridal gowns, tuxedo rentals, prom dresses, quinceañera gowns, and accessories. With two leased storefronts, the business has strong brand recognition and repeat customer traffic.
The prom segment generates high seasonal sales, while bridal and tuxedo categories provide consistent year-round revenue. The business benefits from experienced staff, long-standing vendor relationships, and documented operating procedures—making this a true turnkey operation.
Location: Wake County
Business Type: Bridal, Prom & Formalwear Retail + Tuxedo Rentals
Established: Over 40 years
Inventory: Included in sale (seasonally adjusted)
Real Estate: Leased – high-traffic retail centers
Staff: Experienced sales, fitting, and management team in place
Key Highlights
Two established, high-visibility retail locations
Diverse revenue streams from bridal, tuxedo, prom, and accessories
Seasonal spikes from prom and formalwear in Q1–Q2
Steady, year-round bridal appointments and event-driven sales
Long-standing brand recognition with exclusive designer relationships
Dual branded websites and active digital presence
Trained, professional team allows for smooth transition
Opportunities to grow through e-commerce, private label, or pop-up/trunk show strategies
Seller is open to providing post-sale transition support
Ideal Buyer
This opportunity is well suited for:
An entrepreneur with an interest in bridal, fashion, or formal retail
An operator looking to scale through acquisition
A strategic buyer seeking a business with loyal clientele, brand equity, and trained staff already in place
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Listed By: Abba Gaspar
Background information
Reference:
16970352-BY
Year established:
1980
Reason selling:
This is a retirement sale
Finance
Sales:
$1,200,000
Profits:
$252,000
Profit type:
Discretionary Earnings
Operations
Employees:
8
Furniture fixtures and equipment:
Not Applicable
Premises
Facility:
Beautiful showroom on a main thoroughfare and a pop up showroom used for seasonal events.
Square footage:
10,559
Rent and lease terms:
$5,886.50 per Month
Location:
Wake County, NC
Opportunities
Growth:
There are endless possibilities to grow this operation. The new owner could sell online by building and e-commerce site so people can shop 24/7. Host special events at the shop like trunk shows or fashion shows. Provide in-store alterations so dresses fit just right.
Market:
This business serves a steady demand for bridal, prom, and formalwear. With over 25 years in operation, it has strong brand recognition and repeat clientele. Seasonal peaks like prom and quinceañera drive annual revenue boosts. Competition exists, but few offer the breadth of inventory, exclusive vendor access, and personalized service provided here. Its dual-location model and experienced team further strengthen its market position.
Price and terms
Price:
$575,000
Financing:
Owner may consider some seller financing for qualified buyers. Terms to be negotiate
Training:
Ownership is committed to a smooth and successful transition. The seller will provide comprehensive training and transitional support for an agreed-upon period post-sale. This includes: Introduction to key staff and vendor partners Overview of inventory management and ordering processes Training on POS system, customer service protocols, and scheduling