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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.

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FAQ

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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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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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.

Caroline
Caroline 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!
Dayna
Dayna Sent on 02/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Sweet Caroline!

I had the pleasure of being assisted by Caroline at Van Cleve! She reached out to me the day before wanting to know what all I wanted in a dress. When I arrived the next morning she picked out multiple dresses. The very first dress was something I never imagined I would want but when I put it on and walked out everyone was in awe including myself. I tried on a few more dresses but that first dress had my heart. I then went to 2 more shops and nothing….. so I went back to Van Cleve retried the dress one more time and decided that I was going to say YES TO THE DRESS!! I cannot wait for my special day and for my fiancé to see me in this dress. Thank You so much Caroline ❤️
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 12/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing consultant! Amazing dress!

I cannot speak highly enough of my experience at Van Cleve! Shelly did a wonderful job guiding me to the most perfect dress. She not only listened intently, but also used her years of experience in the industry to ensure I looked my best! We had a private room that created a wonderful atmosphere to find THE dress!! I did try a few other salons, but none matched the professionalism and sophistication of Van Cleve.
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Ryan & Megan
30 photos · 11/11/2023
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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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!

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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.

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

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