This place is beautiful and their selection is fantastic! The owner is attentive and great to work with- and adorable and friendly. I wanted something silk and not big or lace - very hard to find right now! She had a great selection. Street parking is easy and the place is charming - I felt very comfortable. I came in twice to try on a dress I loved - however, nobody else liked it, so I ended up finding one somewhere else. This was by far my favorite place to try on dresses, though! Highly recommend!!! read more

Alice in Ivory made the entire experience of looking for my wedding dress so special. I had family in from out of town and they accommodated my family and my fiancé's family without question. I felt so comfortable and not pressured at all. Rachael also made my experience amazing. I made an additional appointment and she made a point to be there to help me pick my dress, on her day off! I found the dress of my dreams and can't recommend Alice in Ivory enough. Oh, and the store is to die for!!! read more

Anyone who has shopped for dresses for themselves or as part of the moral support group knows that one can have a variety of experiences while shopping for the big day. Alice in Ivory was our last stop of the day, and I was feeling a bit discouraged after an experience at a different shop in the city. The selection was great and the rooms were spacious enough for your small group with plenty of room to see each dress at every angle. We worked with Rachel Hunger who was beyond wonderful. I went in wanting to try on a specific designer I knew they carried, and I liked that I was given space to select several dresses on my own that I thought had potential. I felt she really understood what I was after and brought in a few others I had overlooked. She knew the dresses and materials well and was able to run through all my options as we talked about the likes/dislikes of each. The entire experience was so fun and comfortable, it felt like we were old friends by the end of it. I left that day not having made a purchase but knowing I'd be back. I was torn between two dresses by the same designer and Rachel went out of her way to be there again for a re-try appointment. Within minutes, I knew I had the one, but I couldn't have done it without her. I would hands down recommend Alice in Ivory, and like others have said, maybe don't make it your first one so you can end on the best! read more

Where do I even start!! My experience at Alice in Ivory is easily one of my best/most fun experiences I've ever had. Not only is the salon absolutely GORGEOUS but the stylists, especially Grace, are top notch. I would not have been able to choose my dream dress if it wasn't for Grace. From the moment I walked in till the moment I said YES, she was able make me feel so comfortable and confident with every decision. She knew I was feeling a little nervous so she had me start with a dress that she knew we would get a laugh out of to help calm my nerves. Not only is Grace the sweetest to work with but she is truly the best at what she does. After trying on a few gowns she was able to see some elements of different dresses I was loving and went and pulled THE DRESS. If it wasn't for her listening to me and seeing what I liked and didn't I would have missed out on my dream gown. Grace even helped me find the perfect veil and earrings to coordinate with my dress. BRIDES! Trust me when I say you do not want to miss out on this experience. Alice In Ivory is truly a dream and I wish I could go experience it all over again! read more

I just wanted to post a review for after my experience with a "real" full-length bridal consult with family and friends in tow. And honestly, the experience lived up to my initial review, and was even better! Lindsey was my consultant, and from the moment we walked in, she was friendly, professional, and attentive. Never once did I feel uncomfortable, pressured, or "Say Yes to the Dress-y"--she was genuine and helpful and so chill, which was important to me. I'm like 10% clumsy, so she helped me into the dresses like a champ, and never made it weird even though I was in my skivvies. Another thing I really liked is how body-friendly the experience was. I'm not plus-size so I can't speak past a size 10, but I do have a sizable butt and curves and she was so positive and nice that I never felt weird or hurt when one of the dresses didn't zip up. You always hear about snooty bridal sizing but honestly they have a good range of options that make you look hot af, even if you aren't 6'0" and willowy. I'm so glad that Alice in Ivory was my first bridal salon, because it really made me feel so comfortable and good during an experience I was honestly kinda anxious about! I urge all Chicago brides to come here--you will feel SO special. read more

I went into Alice in Ivory to look at wedding gowns. Grace helped me and made me feel comfortable! I would recommend Alice in Ivory! I didn't find a dress there but still had a good experience. read more

Wonderful experience and Grace picked a dress off the rack that I had missed... it was everything I wanted and I can't wait to wear it on the big day! Alice in Ivory is a 10/10! read more

This review is seriously overdue-- Kaylee at Alice in Ivory is the best bridal dress shop owner I dealt with in my search to find a wedding dress. Not only are the dresses beautiful, she has a variety of prices and never pushes you to go over your budget. When I was stuck between two dresses and getting mixed signals from my bridesmaids, she pulled me back into the dressing room to give me time alone in each dress and ask how I felt. It's also so nice that the boutqieu is open only to you and your guests, so no one is popping in while you're in the middle of shopping to look at dresses. I found the dress I'd spent months looking for and am so glad I found this shop! read more

This was the only store I needed to go into! After the 3 other stores I checked out, I was sure I would try and wear my moms wedding dress. But then I went into Alice and Ivory and I found 3 dresses that I fell in love with! They challenged what I thought I wanted (all lace dress) and helped me find what I actually wanted (simple plain dress)! They were nice and helpful and let me come back a few times while I struggled to decide. Ultimately, I was unable to wear my moms wedding dress and bought a perfect dress for me at Alice in Ivory. Additionally, their accessories are AWESOME! No other place had as perfect of a sparkly belt, so I went back to get the very first one I had tried on! read more

Alice in Ivory is the perfect place for a bride to be who wants something beautiful, romantic, and not oversized. I am a petite woman and didn't want anything that would overwhelm my small frame. I literally tried on half the store because I adored all of the dresses. Kaylee was as sweet as the store is charming. I got my perfect gown for a great price. It was the only store I visited and I bought my dress immediately. There was no need to look elsewhere. I can hardly wait to wear my dress!!! Side note: I really appreciate how small the store is and that you are the only bride in the space during your appointment time. It feels like you are the only bride in the whole wide world. read more

I had a terrible experience here buying my Alexandera Grecco dress. The sales assistant talked me into getting split sizing for the top so I wouldn't have to get alterations. I believe it cost around $200. When I received the dress, the only thing smaller about the top was the length. Instead of sitting at the waist, where I was told it would sit, it sat just under the bust. It looked terrible. Also, the width was not taken in at all. My alterations place would have had to take over 4 inches in and I was measuring the exact same as when the dress was ordered. My alterations place contacted Alice in Ivory to let them know about the designer error. Alice in Ivory and Alexandra Grecco refused to have the top remade in time for my wedding and insisted it was the right size. Instead they offered to sell me fabric at about $100 so that my alterations place could remake the bodice. I was so sad to have been treated like this because I was really looking forward to wearing the dress on my wedding. At this point though, I was pretty burnt out and just wanted a dress to wear on my wedding day so I purchased the fabric. The dress was remade and looked great except Alice in Ivory sold me the off white dress, but ivory fabric. So in all my outdoor wedding pictures, my top looks yellowish while the bottom is white. I was very disappointed in this store. Shops focused on such an important day, should have better customer service and more knowledgeable salespeople. read more

Thanks to Lexi for a great experience! I went with my mom and sister to pick out my bridal gown. It was the second shop I had looked at, and found my dress! Lexi was helpful and made the process fun for us all. I have not been to the new location in West Loop, but the Lincoln Park boutique was lovely! read more

This was the 3rd salon I visited to find the perfect dress. The salon is beautifully decorated, CLEAN, and service was amazing! LeeAnne was the perfect amount of sassy, fun, and professional. She really asked the right questions to get to know my personal style, my budget and the theme of the wedding to make sure I had the perfect dress. She was so knowledgable about the designers and the dresses. I am so happy I cam here! read more

Alice in Ivory has a very pretty setup and some of the dress selections are gorgeous, but sadly the customer service doesn't compare to their aesthetically pleasing interior. The young lady helping me try on wedding gowns seemed to be preoccupied and disinterested the whole time. Every time I tried on a gown and was ready to walk out to the mirror she walked straight to her computer and stayed there until I awkwardly had to tell her from across the room that I would like to change, leaving me to look in the mirror and fix my own train every time I tried on a dress. She offered zero of her own opinions and my future sister in law had to ask her if it was possible to try on some of the gowns with a belt and veil. It's puzzling I received this type of service as the other reviews raved about great customer service. read more

The moment I walked into Alice in Ivory, I knew I was going to find my dream dress! It was such a magical boutique filled with unique, romantic dresses (something that was so hard to find in traditional wedding dress stores) Kaylee Archer (the owner) was so sweet and helpful in guiding me towards my fairy tale dress- she suggested a dress from Leanne Marshall and I instantly fell in love!! I will forever remember my amazing wedding dress shopping experience because of Kaylee and her beautiful store-- thank you again!!!! read more

I came to Alice in Ivory with my cousin to get her dress when the shop first opened and Kaylee was amazing! We had such a great time, I fell in love with the store and knew we had to come back! I went in today to pick up my dress, and LeeAnne legit jumped in as a human barricade! My fiance thought it would be a good idea to roll up to the shop and park front and center as I was trying it on.. So lucky it didn't rip when I dropped low and she covered me in .2 seconds. ! Love love love this shop and LeeAnne, can't say enough good things and can't wait to come back to get a piece for our rehearsal dinner! read more

Alice in Ivory is the most amazing boutique. I bought my wedding dress from here and my entire experience, from start to finish was extremely enjoyable. Lindsey was so helpful and assisted me throughout the whole process, without being overbearing or too involved. Their entire approach, from allowing photos to letting you bring family and friends truly helped solidify my purchase. I felt comfortable and welcomed. The selection of dresses is absolutely gorgeous and they have a great price range so you can find something even if you have a budget (which I did). From the beginning, I told Lindsey my budget and whenever I grabbed a dress to try on that was out of my range- she let me know so that I wouldn't be tempted to try it on and fall in love with something I couldn't afford- which I truly appreciated because she understood a budget and wasn't trying to push me over it. (that being said, I was free to try on whatever styles I wanted to, and you are able to browse the dresses yourself which to me was important). Also, during the appointments, you and your friends/family and the stylist are the only people in the store which makes it much easier to talk freely and feel comfortable. Lindsey was incredible during the dress try on process and both her and the owner, Kaylee's, customer service was absolutely beyond fantastic. This place really gives you that feeling that they get it- they understand the process and are willing to help in all aspects. Their main goal is to make the customer happy and not just sell a product. I would absolutely recommend this boutique for any brides looking for a relaxed, friendly, and enjoyable experience when shopping for a wedding dress!!! read more

I received poor service. When I walked in there were two women looking around -even though I had a private appointment, and they even emailed to say I could come early because the previous appointment ended quickly. I had a bad injury to my hand, so I couldn't get the dresses on myself. Kylie was barely helping me get into the dresses. It's already awkward stripping down to undies, but the good bridal shop stylists elsewhere jumped right in to zip, clip, and clamp me in to the gowns. I felt so embarrassed trying to get into the tiny sizes without help. I was afraid to damage them wriggling in one handed while she watched a few feet away. I hope they treat people with lifelong disabilities better! We were already off to a awkward start after she insisted I had requested to try a specific dress- they must have written down a dress name after I explained my aesthetic? I had no idea what she was talking about and for some reason the vibe went sour. No one followed up with me after my appointment. read more

Kaylee and the rest of the team was so helpful and kind while I was trying on gowns at Alice in Ivory. I needed back coverage due to a scar and I would have needed alterations completed on many of the gowns that had open backs, and they were so accommodating. Kaylee emailed back and forth with me so much in regards to a gown I loved, and answered quickly! I highly recommend this store if you are looking for a wedding gown! read more

This was the first place I went with my daughter to look for wedding gowns. Big disappointment! Besides not really having anything that my daughter was interested in Kaylee the woman helping us acted bored and disinterested. I wouldn't even bother looking here if I was a bride. read more

I emailed Alice in Ivory looking for long sleeved dresses in my budget and Kaylee responded to me quickly and enthusiastically with many examples of beautiful dresses I could try on. She really understood my style and sent me things I loved. I made an appointment and met with Kylie yesterday. Kylie patiently went through the entire showroom with me helping me pick out several dresses. I haphazardly chose a cap sleeve sample that was on sale to try along with the others. The instant I put on the sample, I think we all knew it was the one. Kylie, very patiently, let me try on my other favorites again, but she saved "the one" for last. As soon as I put it on again, I'm pretty sure we all almost cried. Kaylee was available via phone to consult on the sale price and she gave me an amazing deal. I would have never tried on this dress or designer if it weren't for Alice in Ivory and I'm completely obsessed with it. Thank you, Kaylee and Kylie! read more

I had the absolute best experience at Alice In Ivory! I was looking for a wedding dress I would feel stunning in and also a personalized experience that didn't feel rushed. Working with Kylie was incredible- she was incredibly communicative, helpful, really listened to what I was envisioning and helped make the entire process of such a monumental purchase relaxing. Not to mention, my dress was perfection! I'm so happy I found Alice in Ivory, really added to the magic of my whole wedding experience. Thank you! read more

Alice in Ivory was the first bridal shop I went to, and I found my dress there. The gowns they have are unique, gorgeous and timeless. What was also so cool was that everything I tried on seemed to fit me well and looked amazing, so it was hard to choose! I was asked to select as many dresses as I liked and then Kylie helped me try each one on. She was extremely helpful and very sweet and patient! I highly recommend going to this store. read more

I came across Alice in Ivory on a whim online. I knew my dress would be at a small designer boutique like this one. This was a really great experience. They had soooooo many beautiful dresses. I'm not an indecisive person, so I ended up with the very first dress I tried on. I like what I like! :) But, Kaylee was thoughtful and really helpful deciding on which dress. My Mother unexpectedly passed away weeks before my appointment, that she was supposed to be at. Kaylee was so patient and sweet through my whole experience. I can't say enough good things about them. They also referred me to a lovely shop for alterations, that also ended up being a absolutely wonderful experience. In the end, I found my dream dress here and had top notch customer service the whole way through. THANK you so much. My dress was perfect. read more

I have nothing but RAVE reviews for this boutique! Not only were the dresses unique and a wide range of price points, the feel of the boutique was so comfortable! I was pretty nervous but Michelle made me feel so comfortable. She didn't push any sales on me and or any of her opinions when I put dresses on. With her help, I found an amazing gown! They even let us pop a bottle of prosecco to celebrate the purchase after I chose my dress! I highly recommend this boutique for brides who want to see dresses that are different than many of the ones found in large bridal salons. Check out their Instagram to see what a great selection they have before you make an appointment. read more

I just bought my dress there this weekend! I had been to five stores already, and Kylie was so helpful. I think she could tell what I wanted before I did. The store looks like it's small, but it does have a lot of different options for whatever you are looking for. I even bought a veil and earrings there, all the stuff they have is excellent. There is a decent wait for appointment availability, but do it! Worth the wait! read more

Alice in Ivory is a charming, romantic and cozy bridal boutique. After doing a lot of online wedding gown research, Alice in Ivory was the one and only place I went. I made an appointment, tried on several dresses, and purchased one. Kaylee, the owner/stylist is very helpful and friendly. Alice in Ivory carries a great selection of dresses from a great selection of designers. There are a lot of romantic styles, but also simple and some traditional and non-traditional. read more

Alice in Ivory was the first place I visited when looking for my wedding dress. I thought it was fine. The store is beautiful but I just felt as though they weren't really listening or as friendly as the other places I have now been too. I am a standard size 6 but ended up feeling huge. The other places I went also offered champagne which was missing here. Maybe their dresses were just not my style. read more

I came from New York to go wedding dress shopping with my Aunt and mother. I made an appointment at Alice in Ivory because it had great reviews. It was the first bridal store we went to. First of all - this store had the most beautiful selection of dresses. When I walked in, I thought it wasn't a lot to pick from, but they were beautifully curated and I had more than enough to try on. The store itself is very cute and I appreciated that they only do one appointment at a time. The reason for my three stars was the mood. We were about 15 minutes late for our appointment (my aunt can NEVER be on time) and I think it really angered Kaylee, because when we arrived, all giggles and excitement, we were welcomed with a stone cold face. She seemed to speak only with me and really did not include my mom or aunt in conversation or take their requests seriously. It was all just kind of strange and uncomfortable and I felt like the awkward mediator between Kaylee and my family. In the end, I actually did love her dresses the most, but I ended up getting one somewhere else, where the saleswoman was kind, understanding, and a bit happier. read more

If you're looking for your wedding dress in Chicago, do yourself a favor and make an appointment with Alice in Ivory. From the minute I called to schedule to yesterday when I walked out with my dream dress the experience has been nothing but exceptional. I worked with Kylie, who is sweet, attentive, and above all extremely knowledgeable and helpful! They have an amazing collection of dresses that is curated to perfection. When you go for your appointment you have 1:1 attention and are able to take your time, and they do not overbook. I've since referred several friends who have also had an equally exceptional experience. I was lucky enough to find my dress here, but even if you don't the experience will stick with you. Bravo, Alice in Ivory - you're a gem! read more

This store is every bride's dream! Kaylee was amazing throughout the whole process. Her selection of dresses are incredibly unique and many are fairly reasonably priced compared to other stores. The other stores in Chicago all seemed to carry the same silhouette in the same fabrics - to me extremely plain and boring. Alice in Ivory has a large selection of beautiful dresses for people who don't want to look like the typical cupcake bride. Extremely recommended. I would have saved myself weeks of shopping if I had gone here first! read more