by Pia K. Hansen

Best Bridal Shop -- David's Bridal -- This huge new Valley store has gained instant popularity since it opened a year ago in November.

"I'd say one of the reasons we're so popular is that we're a ready-for-you business, so we have the dresses here in the store ready to go," says Jolene Pollock, store manager at David's Bridal, which is part of a national corporation of 180 stores. "We have more than 2,000 gowns in stock, in sizes ranging from two to 26, and 35 fitting rooms."

Whoa — we get dizzy just thinking about all that tulle.

Half of David's Bridal is for brides only; the other half is for bridesmaids and special occasions, like proms and anniversary parties.

So what happens when Bridezilla shows up?

"This business takes a lot of finesse and patience for people," says Pollock. "But we love it. We like to say that every day is a bridal fair in this store." Apparently, so does the Inland Northwest.

2nd: Marcella's

3rd: Mizzuto's