VIVIAN ELISE VINTAGE

Vivian Elise Vintage is an online vintage bridal shop specializing in authentic vintage wedding dresses, restored vintage bridal gowns, and one-of-a-kind designer pieces for the modern bride. Based in Maryland, we source vintage wedding dresses from across the United States and beyond!

A Little Background...

I've always had a fascination with things from the past. As a child, you could often find me rummaging through my grandmother's closet, begging her not to get rid of a single thing. It's a well-known fact in my family that you must ask Courtney before throwing anything away. Thankfully, my appreciation for old things has become a little more refined over the years and, so far, I haven't quite become a hoarder... yet.

Vivian Elise Vintage began with one rather sad-looking dress. What started as a simple curiosity quickly became a spark, followed by countless hours of research, hard work, and, eventually, the discovery of a true passion. There is something incredibly special about finding a gown that has been overlooked and forgotten, then bringing it back to life and restoring it to its former beauty.

I'm grateful to have found a niche that allows me to bring together so many of the things I love- art, photography, history, and, more recently, sewing. Each gown has its own story, and I love being a small part of giving it a new chapter.

I'm dedicated to finding beautiful, unique vintage pieces and preserving what makes them special. Each gown is carefully cleaned and restored, and when appropriate, thoughtfully redesigned or updated to suit the modern bride while honoring its original character.

So here's to all things beautiful, timeless, and vintage.

Cheers,
Courtney