FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Our bridal styling appointments are $20 on weekdays and $35 on weekends. Should you purchase a made-to-order gown on the day of your first appointment, your booking fee will be applied toward your purchase.

Cancellations made at least 24 hours before your appointment are fully refundable.

For no-shows or cancellations within 24 hours, a $50 cancellation fee applies.

**Please Note: Dress pick-up appointments MUST be made by calling the shop — they cannot be booked online.

FAQ:

Where are we located?

Our boutique is located in Vancouver’s Gastown district at 273 Columbia Street (corner of Columbia & Cordova), on the ground floor. Street parking is available and there are parkades within a block. Can’t find us? Call 604-974-5800.

When should I begin dress shopping?

We recommend starting 9–12 months before your wedding date, and being ready to say yes when you find the one. That said, we work with brides at all stages — email us at hello@ritualsoflovebridal.com or call and we’ll find a time that works.

Do I need an appointment to try on dresses?

Yes — we are appointment-only. Our private bridal appointments give you a full hour with a dedicated stylist in our gorgeous studio. Yes, we welcome champagne!

How many appointments can I have?

As many as you need. Follow-up appointments are complimentary. We understand it can be hard to decide after your first visit — you’re always welcome to come back.

Book online via our Book Appointment page. We are available Tuesday through Sunday.

Initial appointments are one hour. Follow-ups are 45 minutes. Please arrive on time — not early or late — as we have other brides and want everyone to have the experience they deserve.

What is pricing like?

The majority of our made-to-order gowns range from $3,000–$5,000 CAD. Every gown we carry is chosen with quality, craftsmanship, and honest value in mind — and we work hard to keep that standard.

We also carry a small selection of gowns in the $5,000–$7,000 CAD range for those seeking something truly elevated. Options below $3,000 exist but are rarer.

If you’re working with a tighter budget or timeline, our Sample Sale collection is worth exploring first. These are off-the-rack gowns in beautiful condition, available for immediate purchase from $1,000 CAD. We keep an ongoing rotation — the savings are significant, and we love helping a bride find the unexpected one.

Veils and accessories range from $100–$900 CAD.

What size range do you carry?

Sample gowns range from size 6–16 (majority in sizes 8–12). Made-to-order gowns can be ordered to size 20, depending on the designer. Bridal sizing often differs from street sizing — your stylist will guide you through this.

Who and what to bring:

Bring the people who lift you up. Opinions can sometimes cloud instincts — choose your guests wisely and trust yourself. This should be joyful and memorable.

We recommend nude underwear or shapewear and a nude backless or strapless bra. A shoe with a heel height similar to what you plan to wear on your wedding day is also helpful.

What about ordering and alterations?

When you find your gown, we take your measurements and place the order. Lead times are up to 8 months — your stylist will advise on your specific timeline. When your gown arrives, we’ll have you in for a pick-up appointment and connect you with a trusted seamstress.

Alterations are not included in the gown price and typically range from $400–$800 CAD depending on what’s required.