about our bridal shop.
How we established our bridal wear business in Canada.
Ethereal Bridal was born out of a belief that there should be more choices when it comes to finding the perfect wedding dress. Our founder Elena faced the difficult task of finding her own wedding dress and realized that the choices available lacked uniqueness. With a passion for fashion and a desire to help brides feel truly special on their big day, Ethereal Bridal was founded. We are committed to providing our clients with a personalized experience that is tailored to their individual needs and preferences.
Elena Kawa, Founder
Bridal shop for in-person or online shopping.
The choice is always yours.
We believe that by offering both a physical and online store, we can provide our clients with the best of both worlds. Our aim is to make your dress shopping experience as stress-free and enjoyable as possible, and we believe that our dual approach helps us achieve that goal.
Our Core Values
integrity
uniqueness
empathy
Testimonials
“I am so happy I found Ethereal bridal in Vancouver, that’s a store like no other in BC. With beautiful dresses from several wonderful designers. Elena, the owner, is wonderful and made my search for my wedding dress so special after finding her. She’s so supportive and definitely helped me finding the perfect dress. I loved her dresses that I decided to have two wedding dresses, one for my elopement in the Rockies and another for my religious wedding in Brazil. A huge thank to her assistant as well, who perfectly adjusted my dresses for me. I am beyond grateful for both of you and in awe forever for my dresses. You both definitely made this special moment in my life even more special. Thank you so much!! 😍♥️🤩”
— Camila
“Amazing experience! I came with my friend who was looking for a dress and Elena was extremely helpful, friendly and caring! I appreciated her providing her honest opinion and offering to go the extra mile. Highly recommend!”
— Nicole
“Elena was so nice and helpful. They had great selection of unique dresses!”
— Claudia
“I wanted a very sleek, silhouette focused dress and was having a hard time finding similar ones at most bridal stores. I stumbled across Ethereal Bridal and fell in love with so many of the unique, gorgeous dresses. I ended up picking a dress they didn't have in stock, and was incredibly nervous, but Elena ensured I tried on dresses from the same designer with similar skirts, tops and fabric. When I finally got my dress is was perfect and better than I imagined! And such good quality. Elena, the store owner, has such a beautiful soul and you can tell she really wants to help brides feel beautiful and add to the magic of their special day :) nothing but good things to say.”
— Cyanne
“Elena was amazing, she is genuinely looking for the bride to feel comfortable and help her choose the right fit. I loved her variety of dresses. Thank you so much for making it special!”
— Nora
“I had my very first bridal fitting appointment with Elena at Ethereal. I didn't know at all what to expect and was a little worried about how dresses would look on my figure. Elena picked out some dresses for me to try right from the start that made me feel like a princess! She also keenly listened to what details I liked and didn't like, and talked me through modifications that were possible directly with the designer. Elena is very welcoming and dedicated to making you feel extra beautiful as a bride. I highly recommend Ethereal as part of your dress-seeking journey.”
— Kamila
“The best place to find your dream dress! Elena and Tania do an amazing job helping you to find exactly what you’re looking for but also giving you the best options according to your needs ❤️
I found the one at Ethereal Bridal ✨”
— Verónica Montserrat
“…Elena is someone who genuinely cares about her clients and you can tell that she is passionate about what she does in the way she actively listens to your vision and even uncertainties. She also keeps you very accountable with your budget, which is an added bonus, as most vendors may be more focused on the business aspect rather than taking a true client-centered approach. I was very tempted to try on dresses out of my budget (there are so many beautiful dresses!), but Elena gently kept me on track and I am happy to say that I found something within my modest range. :) …”
— Jamie
“Had an outstanding experience at Ethereal Bridal! Elena was so diligent. She paid close attention to each and every little detail I liked about the dresses I tried on. Making sure to show me a variety of options I loved. She was so warm and friendly and made the experience incredibly fun. The selection of dresses is to die for! So unique and stunning. Lots of sparkly ones if that's your thing. The more minimalist styles still have cool design features that make them special. Haven't seen a selection of dresses this gorgeous anywhere else… “
— Laura
“It was a wonderful experience at the cozy studio! Elena and her team were welcoming, kind, and patient, which I am very thankful for. Highly recommend it to everyone who enjoys a comfortable, cozy, no-pressure vibe when finding their wedding dress :)“
— Margaret
“Elena is very passionate and friendly, and the whole experience was very comfortable. I loved that it was so personal and not like the large bridal shops; she takes the time to get to know you and find exactly what you're looking for.
I went in not really knowing anything about the different styles or what I wanted. Elena listened to my opinions and helped me narrow down the styles I liked, and offered a lot of customization to get the prefect dress. The styles she carries are gorgeous and there is such a wide variety to choose from, all very reasonably priced.“
— Rebecca
“I had the most amazing experience for my bridal fitting with Ethereal Bridal. The dresses were gorgeous but most importantly, Elena took so much time and showed me so much care. She reminded me how important this experience is and allowed me to leave the stress of wedding planning behind and remember how fun and exciting this moment in my life truly is. Thank you for all of your care and help Elena! Your wedding dress is the garment you'll adorn for a once in a lifetime day and Elena will make sure you leave with one that fits you from inside out 💗“
— Jannie
“Elena told me her story about why she is doing what she is doing, and you can feel her genuine love and passion for helping someone find their perfect dress when you are in your appointment. The dress options she provided me with were stunning and honestly was shocked at how incredible some of them were for the prices. I highly recommend making Ethereal Bridal a stop on any brides dress journey! In an experience that can be so overwhelming (wedding planning) Elena makes you feel seen and taken care of ❤️“
— Chelsey
“If you are nervous about finding the dress for you, I promise this is the most welcoming, kind environment you can ask for! Elena will make you feel so special and heard and I truly believe is what all of us want in this special day! The dresses are great, there is A LOT of options (I had one great dress after the other, eventually found the one that made me feel THAT something something =)) Very professional, very attentive, you will feel beautiful =D“
— Helena
“Had the most wonderful experience with Elena at Ethereal bridal! Everything about my experience was thoughtful, intentional and genuine. You can tell Elena is very passionate about what she does. Thank you for a great first visit, for your inclusive sizing and for making me feel so good in your dresses. I look forward to my second appointment.“
— Marela
“I had a really great experience after my first fitting. I talked about which styles I was into and Elena had really great options. My biggest concern was around the bust area and I needed good support. Both Elena and Tanya helped me find my beautiful dress, always answered my questions and had very good advice. The dresses are not only beautiful but are made very well as well.
I was expecting to go to many different bridal shops to find my dress, but her selection and expertise was so great that it turned into a one stop shop. I definitely recommend Ethereal Bridal to anyone who is looking to find their dream wedding dress! Thank you so much Elena ❤️”
— Ingrid
“I was drawn to their unique, sophisticated and gorgeous designs. From classic to modern, they have it…They have quite a good range of price and I can say that for the quality of their dresses, pricing is very reasonable. I would say their service is exemplary. Elena and Tanya treat their customers with respect and make you feel really special. They are very helpful with your choices and takes in your opinion and what you want. I hope they can grow more as a bridal store.“
— Ana Margarita
“I went to visit Ethereal Bridal in person and it’s safe to say that it was an amazing experience. The owner was very involved in showing all their beautiful dresses. Also their veils were stunning, the nicest i’ve ever seen!”
— H.
“Elena is simply the best. I'm so happy I met her at the Vancouver wedding expo. With very little direction, she found exactly what I was looking for. The whole experience was so much fun. I can't wait until my beautiful sparkly princess dress arrives!!!“
— Jacqueline