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Van Cleve is a wedding dress boutique located in Paoli, Pennsylvania. Priding themselves on extraordinary customer service, this store's knowledgeable and experienced stylists strive to find the perfect wedding dress for every client. Owner Deborah Van Cleve started this company as an accessories boutique and slowly expanded to include sportswear and formal wear. In 2008, she expanded the business once more to add a wedding section.

Services Offered

To offer their clients a taste of luxury, Van Cleve offers consultations and a private suite while they search for their dream dress. Featuring designers like Sareh Nouri, Caroline Castigliano, Martina Liana, Pronovias, and many more, the business carries an impressive assortment of beautiful gowns. While dresses are their expertise, they can also assist in picking out belts, jewelry, and hair accessories. Other services include dress alterations, customizations, cleaning, and preservation. Van Cleve houses a number of stylish options for both bridesmaids and mothers of the couple as well.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What are your price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns?

$1,000 - $2,499
$2,500 - $3,999
$4,000 - $6,499
$6,500 - $7,999
$8,000+

What are your price ranges for full-priced suits and tuxedos?

$500 - $999
$1,000 - $1,999
$2,000+

What are your price ranges for suit and tuxedo rentals?

$200 - $299
$300+

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece
Flat Fee

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Father of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Groom
Groomsmen
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Cleaning
Full Customization
Preservation
Rentals
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

6-8 months
9-11 months
12+ months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Monthly
Seasonally
Weekly

What is your return policy?

Final Sales
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Reviews of Van Cleve

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4.7 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
4.7 out of 5 rating
367 reviews
95% recommend it
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.7 out of 5 rating
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Van Cleve receives glowing reviews for its exceptional staff, with both Shelly and Caroline standing out for their attentive and helpful service. Customers appreciate the personal attention, thorough understanding of their preferences, and expertise in guiding them to find their dream dresses. The boutique's wide selection of high-quality dresses, beautiful aesthetics, and accommodating atmosphere contribute to a memorable and pleasant bridal shopping experience, making it a highly recommended destination for brides-to-be.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Van Cleve receives glowing reviews for its exceptional staff, with both Shelly and Caroline standing out for their attentive and helpful service. Customers appreciate the personal attention, thorough understanding of their preferences, and expertise in guiding them to find their dream dresses. The boutique's wide selection of high-quality dresses, beautiful aesthetics, and accommodating atmosphere contribute to a memorable and pleasant bridal shopping experience, making it a highly recommended destination for brides-to-be.

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Caroline A. Sent on 07/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Said Yes to the Dress!

Just walking into the lobby of Van Cleve is magical and breath taking with their floral displays, and then you're greeted by extremely friendly consultants. Shelly was THE BEST! She texted me prior to my appointment to look through pictures of dress ideas that I had, and then through additional conversations and explorations at my appointment she completely saw my vision and found my dress! She pulled out some of my pinterest saved dresses, and she had an amazing system for the order of dresses she had me try on while working through the different stylistic features that I loved. Our analytical brains worked really well together. She totally understood me and helped my vision come true. She even searched for different sparkly fabrics to enhance my dress, which when we found the right one, the tears started, and I said yes to the dress! I can't wait to go back to explore the accessories more, and to look at the other bridal party dresses! Van Cleve and Shelly are incredible! My mom already has an appointment to work with Shelly again for her mother of the bride dress. Five star experience! Highly recommend! They have every dress imaginable, and they work with many price points!
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Gabrielle E. Sent on 12/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Most amazing place!

This was the first place that I had been to in order to find my dress for my wedding and it was an incredible experience. I worked with Shelly and she asked a lot of great questions to help me understand what type of dress that I really liked, and she really listened to my feedback and ultimately helped me find THE dress! Shelly was so personable and calm, and it made the experience of wedding dress hunting super fun! Having the one-on-one experience with a stylist was much needed and it made it all the more special. I went into there not expecting to find anything at all since I am super picky, but Van Cleve has a wide variety of options. I definitely recommend checking out this place!
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Danielle V. Sent on 11/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Service

My experience at Van Cleve has been wonderful so far. I had the opportunity to work with Caroline, who is phenomenal! I’ve recently lost 80+lbs and went in thinking I wanted an a-line/ballgown and naturally we ended up with the complete opposite. Caroline pulled 🌟the one🌟 and it was a complete showstopper, and more importantly, in budget. With my weight loss I wasn’t sure about the sizing and Caroline also guided me through that process with providing helpful materials for me to make my decision. I would definitely recommend going to Van Cleve for all your wedding and evening wear needs
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Real Weddings

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30 photos · 11/11/2023
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Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Campli Photography Campli Photography Wedding Photographers

Every year more and more of our brides are choosing Van Cleve Pavilion as their wedding gown salon of choice, and we know why. Start with a beautifully appointed store, and a wide selection of designers. Add to that a staff who is knowledgeable and nice! Van Cleve is a home run!

Alexandria Catherine Events Alexandria Catherine Events Wedding Planners

If I have a bride on the Main Line, I send her to Deborah and her knowledgable staff at Van Cleve. Not only do they offer the most beautiful selection of gowns, but they are constantly working as a team to stay educated on the latest trends, to scour the shows for innovate designs to bring to their clients and offer an unparalleled experience to everyone who steps through their doors.

Paper Rock Scissors Paper Rock Scissors Wedding Invitations

Van Cleve offers wonderful dresses for the discerning bride. They carry an excellent variety and their service is top notch.

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