FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What vintage gowns do you carry?

We carry a thoughtfully curated collection of hand-picked vintage wedding gowns that span the early 1900s-1980s. Most gowns are in their original design and have been professionally cleaned and/or repaired. A selection of the vintage gowns have also been fully redesigned and restored to modernize them without losing the integrity of the era the gown originated from. Each gown we carry is a one-of-a-kind, so if you're looking for something timeless and different for your wedding day, Miranda's Vintage Bridal is the place for you.

Which modern designers do you carry?

We offer a selection of breathtaking modern gowns across several collections from modern designers including Alena Leena, Atelier Beccar, Divine Atelier, Innocenti Sposa, Madeline Couture and Nicole + Felicia. Gowns by Imolacy and Besa Bridal coming soon!

Do I need an appointment?

Yes! At this time for both gown showing and bridal alterations we are by appointment only and not able to accommodate walk-ins. We currently allow the bride +4 guests. If you are interested in exploring accessories, we also request you schedule an appointment. Gown showings can be scheduled by booking here or calling Miranda’s Vintage Bridal at (216)298-9070. Bridal alterations are booked via phone, please call for availability.

How soon should I book my gown showing appointment?

Finding your wedding gown can be one of the most special and daunting tasks of planning a wedding. Whether you are getting married in a month or in two years, Miranda’s Vintage Bridal is here to help! Our one of a kind vintage wedding gowns are available for immediate purchase, while dresses from our modern designers are made to order and can range 4-7 months for production. We allocate 8-12 weeks leading up to the wedding day for our in-house alterations. We recommend visiting us 9-10 months before your wedding if you have your heart set on a modern gown. 

How much are your dresses?

The majority of our modern dresses range from $2000-$3500 while our vintage gowns average $600-$1000. When you place an order for a modern gown, 50% of the gown cost is due that day with the remaining balance due when your dress arrives. Vintage dresses are purchased in full. We accept cash and credit card, and all sales are final. 

Do you offer alterations services?

Yes! We offer in-house bridal alterations of the highest quality for all brides who purchase their gown with us. We are also happy to accept outside bridal alterations. Please call for alterations availability if you purchased your gown elsewhere.

If I purchase a vintage gown online, can Miranda’s Vintage Bridal alter it for me prior to shipment?

Alterations are most accurate when performed in person. For this reason, we can only offer limited gown alterations before shipping them out. If your vintage item requires alterations and you are not local to the Cleveland area, we recommend seeking out an alterations specialist close to you who has experience working with vintage garments. If you are local to the Cleveland area or willing to travel for 3-4 fittings, we are happy to perform your alterations.

What if I love a vintage dress, but it isn’t my size?

Vintage sizing can be tricky to navigate. Thankfully, there are options even when a vintage gown is not your size. If a gown is too large, in most cases it can be taken in to accommodate your measurements with no trouble. If a gown is too small, there are a few options to explore. The first is to let out the inner seam allowances to increase the sizing. Each garment is different, but typically letting out the seam allowance can give anywhere from an additional .5”-3” of space. If there is not adequate seam allowance, extra fabric can sometimes be taken from the hem or train to create side panels to increase the size 1-3 sizes. If you are not local to the Cleveland area, we recommend working with a trusted alterations expert who is comfortable altering vintage pieces.

SHOULD I DRY CLEAN MY NEW VINTAGE GOWN?

Some of our vintage gowns have already been professionally dry cleaned, please consult a dress’s listing for more details. We do not recommend dry cleaning your vintage gown if:

• You love the color — Dry cleaning often brightens the tone of vintage gowns. If a dress has multiple types of fabric and lace, these fabrics may brighten and clean differently. More often than not, a vintage gown will come back a brighter color after being cleaned.

• You already had alterations done to the gown, or the gown fits the way you desire — Dry cleaning can change the properties of the fabric and the way your gown fits. If you have already had it altered or like the current fit, do not have it dry cleaned before you wear it for your big day.

• The gown is made from a silk fabric — Dry cleaning can change the properties of silk fabric, therefore we try to avoid dry cleaning our silk dresses at all cost.

We do recommend cleaning your vintage gown if:

• You have already worn the dress for the big day and you want to keep it in good condition. Please note dry cleaning can change the color of the gown, cause damage, and change the fabric's properties of your dress. Dry cleaning a vintage gown is always a risk.

• You want to have it cleaned before you begin the alterations process — This is a perfect time to dry clean your gown if you want it cleaned. However, dry cleaning can change the color of the gown, cause damage, and change the fabric's properties and fit of your dress. Dry cleaning a vintage gown is always a risk.

Would Miranda’s Vintage Bridal be interested in purchasing my vintage dress?

*Update as of November 2024. We currently have a very high volume of inventory and are very selectively purchasing and accepting donations. Please feel free to email us photos of a vintage gown you are looking to sell or donate!

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We hand select each and every vintage item in our store and are always on the hunt for unique vintage pieces. We prioritize items that are of high quality and of sound wearability to ensure they can be enjoyed for generations to come. Miranda’s Vintage Bridal specializes in vintage wedding gowns from the 1920s-1980s as well as vintage party dresses, evening gowns, and accessories. If you are interested in selling or donating your vintage items so they can enjoy a new life with a new bride, please reach out to us via email at miranda@mirandasvintagebridal.com. Email replies may take several weeks due to high amount of messages received.

Please send us a description of your item including the condition, any history notes you wish to include, and photos of the front and back of the item. If accepted, items must be dropped off at our storefront location or shipped to us at the seller’s expense.