Wedding Gown Care  ·  Since 1950

Wedding Gown Cleaning & Preservation

Wedding gown cared for at Carousel Cleaners

The most meaningful dress you will ever own, cleaned and hand finished with the care it deserves. Gentle, eco friendly cleaning, meticulous hand finishing, and optional archival boxing designed to keep your gown beautiful for generations.

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Wedding gown cared for at Carousel Cleaners
Lace wedding gown preserved in an acid-free box
Museum-Quality Preservation◆ Acid-Free Archival Boxing◆ Hand Finished◆ Free Pick Up and Delivery
The Preservation Box

This Is What Yours Will Look Like

Cleaned with care and preserved by choice. Ask us about our archival gown preservation.

Lace wedding gown with crystal brooch folded in tissue inside a Carousel Cleaners preservation box
French lace and crystal, cleaned, folded and cushioned in acid-free tissue.
Tulle wedding gown with hand-sewn appliqués nestled in tissue inside a preservation box
Tulle and hand-sewn appliqués, shaped so nothing creases in storage.
Behind the Counter

How Your Gown Is Boxed

A preserved gown being boxed by hand.

Five steps, all by hand

1The acid-free box is lined with unbleached muslin.No dyes, no bleach, nothing that can transfer to the fabric.
2Layers of acid-free tissue are used to pack your gown.
3Your gown is folded and placed by hand.Bodice shaped, beadwork cushioned, tissue at every point of contact.
4The gown is fully wrapped against light and dust, and will include a pair of white gloves that you can use if you ever wish to view your gown.The gloves help prevent any body oils from transferring to the gown while viewing it.
5The box is closed, wrapped in muslin and tied.Breathable, archival, and easy to open whenever you want a look.
Preservation box lined with acid-free tissue
Lined with acid-free tissue
Unbleached muslin layer covering the gown inside the box
Covered in unbleached muslin
Finished preservation box wrapped in muslin and tied
Wrapped, tied and ready
When to Bring It In

Before the Day, and After

Before the wedding

Pressing & Final Touches

Bought off the rack, shipped or inherited, your gown can arrive with travel creases. We steam and hand press it so it photographs the way it deserves, and our seamstresses can help assist with any alteration or repair needs.

Also for the party: tuxedo and suit cleaning at comparable care.

After the wedding

Cleaning & Preservation

We assess every seam, bead and panel with you and confirm pricing before any work begins. Then your gown is cleaned with gentle, eco friendly System K4 solvent, spot treated and hand finished. Archival boxing is available if you would like your gown preserved.

Typical investment $400 to $1,000+ depending on fabric, detailing and condition · full process of 8 to 12 weeks. Preservation box priced separately.

Good to Know

Wedding Gown Questions

How long does cleaning and preservation take?

The full process takes 8 to 12 weeks. Every gown is assessed, treated and finished individually. Beadwork, lace and layered fabrics are not rushed. If you only need pressing before the day, that is much faster; call us with your date.

How much does it cost?

Our wedding gown cleaning services range from $400 to $1,000+, as pricing depends on the fabric, detailing and condition. Our bridal specialist will assess the gown and provide you with a quote via email. The preservation box is priced separately.

Can I open the box later?

Yes, the box includes a pair of white gloves for you to use to help prevent body oils from transferring while viewing your gown.

My gown is older, or has yellowed. Can it be saved?

Often, yes. Heirloom gowns and gowns stored for years respond well to careful restoration. Bring it in and we will tell you honestly what can be done before you commit to anything.

Do I need to come to a store?

No. Free pick up and delivery covers Greater Vancouver. That said, many brides prefer to bring the gown in for the assessment, and any of our three locations can receive it.

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★

“My daugther’s wedding dress was stained with dirt and we were worried that it wouldn’t be able to get cleaned, BUT Carousel to the rescue! Job well done everyone! The dress turned out amazing and I appreciate the care and attention to the expensive gown - it was in good hands! appreciate you!”

Laura P.Google review, December 2025
★★★★★

“Highly recommend! I was in a crunch for my wedding gowns and they were able to get them both in and ready for the big day! I really appreciate how lovely and helpful the staff are and will definitely be a continuing customer!!”

Morgan W.Google review, September 2025
★★★★★

“Really wonderful staff and service. Thanks for a beautiful job on my wedding dress.”

Adele N.Google review, March 2026

One dress. One chance to keep it perfect.

Tell our bridal specialist about your gown, or bring it to any of our three locations for an honest assessment.