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Encore Bridal

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Last reviewed: August 3, 2026 | Ottawa | Wedding Dresses |

Business status: Active.

Last reviewed: August 3, 2026. Business status: Active.

Anyone searching for Revelle Bridal Ottawa may recognize the boutique’s former name, Encore Bridal. Revelle’s official history confirms that the owners started Encore Bridal in 2016 as an off-the-rack boutique selling sample and preloved consignment gowns, then rebranded the business as Revelle within approximately eight months.

The current boutique is an appointment-based bridal shop at 285 Richmond Road in Ottawa. Its present offering includes made-to-order designer wedding gowns, off-the-rack samples, bridal accessories and a curated consignment collection. The old Encore address and contact details should not be used for a visit. Last reviewed: August 3, 2026.

Encore Bridal is now Revelle Bridal

Encore Bridal is not presented as a separate current storefront on the company’s official website. Owner Earleen Garbe’s published company history says Encore began with sample and preloved consignment dresses before the business changed its name, location and model to become Revelle Bridal.

That documented transition establishes the connection between this legacy Canada Wedding Guide entry and the current Revelle business. Revelle now operates from Richmond Road and describes itself as an Ottawa luxury bridal boutique. Current enquiries should therefore be directed through Revelle’s website, phone number or email rather than the historical Facebook link and legacy contact information.

Services and specialization

Revelle’s principal service is an appointment-based wedding-dress consultation. Its Designer Collection consists of made-to-order gowns, with a stylist selecting options according to the shopper’s stated style, wedding plans and budget. The boutique also lists in-person and virtual consultations, several extended private appointment formats, and follow-up or measurement appointments.

Other documented offerings include bridal accessories such as veils, hairpieces, sashes, jewellery and little white dresses. A complimentary accessories-styling consultation is available whether or not the gown was purchased from Revelle. The online shop also carries ready-to-wear sample gowns that are sold when designs are discontinued or space is needed for newer collections.

Revelle has also reintroduced consignment through Reloved by Revelle. This is a curated collection of previously owned gowns, but the official page describes the selling service specifically for Revelle brides wishing to consign a Revelle gown.

Made-to-order designer wedding gowns
Off-the-rack sample gowns
Reloved consignment-gown collection
Bridal accessories and styling consultations
In-person and virtual bridal consultations

Service area and who it may suit

The boutique is in Ottawa’s Richmond Road area and says it works with brides-to-be from the National Capital Region and beyond. No broader mobile or travelling service area is published; dress appointments take place at the boutique, while virtual consultations are available on request.

Revelle may suit shoppers interested in a stylist-led appointment, made-to-order designer gowns or an extended private consultation with a larger group. Its ready-to-wear samples and Reloved collection may also be relevant when timing or budget makes a standard made-to-order gown less practical. Availability, measurements and condition must be checked for each individual off-the-rack or consignment dress.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A confirmed practical strength is the range of clearly described consultation formats. The official services page distinguishes initial, follow-up, measurement, virtual, accessories and upgraded private appointments, including their duration, guest allowance and booking fee. The boutique also publishes its current sample inventory online with item-level pricing.

There are important limitations to confirm. Revelle operates by appointment only, and walk-ins are not permitted, although the boutique invites callers to ask about same-day availability. The FAQ lists store samples in sizes 8 through 20 and explains that not every design from every represented designer is held in the boutique. Some designers may provide loan samples for an additional fee.

Alterations are not documented as an in-house service. Revelle says it can refer gown purchasers to experienced independent seamstresses, so alteration pricing, scheduling and responsibility should be arranged separately.

Documented feature: multiple appointment formats and an online sample-gown catalogue
Practical limitation: appointment required before visiting
Practical limitation: sample sizing and specific gown availability vary
Practical limitation: alterations require a separate seamstress

Pricing

Current pricing is explicitly published, but two official Revelle pages give different designer-gown ranges. The services page lists made-to-order gowns from $2,500 to $8,000, with most between $3,500 and $4,500. The FAQ instead lists $2,500 to $6,000, with most between $3,500 and $4,000. Couples should confirm the price of a specific gown directly rather than relying on either general range.

The services page lists a $40 non-refundable fee for an initial bridal consultation and for third or subsequent consultations. It lists the Mini Luxe experience at $75, BLVD Luxe at $295 and Sunday Super Luxe at $595. Pre-consultation calls, first follow-ups, measurement appointments, virtual consultations and accessories consultations are listed without a fee. Conditions, credits and cancellation charges vary, so review the booking terms before submitting payment details.

Off-the-rack sample gowns have individual online prices that change with inventory. Alterations, rush-order fees and designer loan-sample fees are separate or variable and should be requested in writing.

Contact and booking

Revelle Bridal lists 285 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 6X3 as its current address, (613) 695-7222 as its phone number and hello@revellebridal.com as its email address. Consultations can be booked through the official website.

Published boutique hours are Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday from noon to 8 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Monday, Tuesday and Sunday are listed as closed. Because the business is appointment-only and hours can change, secure a confirmed booking before travelling.

What couples should confirm

Before booking, provide the wedding date, preferred silhouettes or designers, approximate gown budget and required size. Ask whether the specific gowns of interest are physically available in a suitable sample size and whether a designer loan fee would apply.

Confirm the exact appointment charge, whether it is credited toward a purchase, the cancellation terms and the number of guests permitted for the selected consultation. For a made-to-order gown, request the current production estimate, rush-order availability, payment schedule and recommended alteration timeline. For a sample or Reloved gown, confirm its condition, measurements, final-sale terms and whether cleaning or repairs are needed.

Exact gown price and applicable taxes
Sample size and in-store availability
Production, delivery and alteration timeline
Appointment fee, guest limit and cancellation policy
Return or final-sale conditions
Eligibility requirements for consigning a gown

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Frequently asked questions

Is Encore Bridal now Revelle Bridal?

Yes. Revelle’s official company history says the owners started Encore Bridal as an off-the-rack sample and consignment boutique, then changed the name, location and business model to Revelle Bridal. Current contact and booking details are under the Revelle name.

Does Revelle Bridal still offer consignment wedding dresses?

Yes, through the current Reloved by Revelle collection. Buyers can view the curated collection, while the official consignment page describes gown submissions as a service for Revelle brides wishing to resell their Revelle gown. Confirm eligibility before attempting to consign.

Do bridal appointments have a fee?

Some do. The official services page lists a $40 initial-consultation fee, while follow-up, measurement, virtual and accessories consultations are listed without a fee. Upgraded private experiences range from $75 to $595. Review the selected appointment’s current terms before booking.

Does Revelle Bridal provide alterations?

The official FAQ does not describe alterations as an in-house service. It says the boutique can refer customers to experienced seamstresses after a gown is selected. Confirm the independent seamstress’s availability, quote and timeline separately.