Ways to Pay for Your Bridal Gown at The Ivory Lounge

Let’s be honest—this is the part every bride is thinking about. How much does a wedding dress cost? How do payments work? And when do I actually need to pay? It’s completely normal for this to feel a little awkward to bring up during your appointment, but it’s also one of the most important things to understand.

At The Ivory Lounge, we believe transparency is part of the luxury experience. Your bridal gown is one of the most meaningful purchases you’ll ever make, and you deserve to feel calm, confident, and fully informed from the very beginning.

That’s why we’ve laid everything out clearly below—so you arrive at your appointment knowing exactly what to expect, with no surprises and no pressure. And if you ever need clarification, we’re always just a phone call or email away.

Choosing your wedding dress should feel exciting—not stressful. At The Ivory Lounge, we offer flexible payment options across all our gown collections so you can focus on finding the one while staying within budget. Our bridal gowns range in price from £300 to £3,000, giving you beautiful options at a variety of price points. Below is a simple guide to the different ways you can pay for your bridal gown, depending on the collection you choose.

Made-to-Order Gowns

Our made-to-order gowns are created especially for you by our designers, making them a beautiful and personal choice.

Payment Structure

• A minimum 50% deposit is required at the time of order

• The remaining 50% balance is due when your gown arrives and is ready for collection

Payment Methods Accepted

• Cash

• Credit card (Including American Express)

• Debit card

• Bank transfer

Flexible Payments While You Wait Made-to-order gowns typically take 4–8 months to produce, depending on the designer. During this time, you’re welcome to make additional payments in instalments—this way your gown can be fully paid off by the time it arrives. Alternatively, you may choose to pay the remaining balance when the gown is ready. The choice is entirely yours.

Ready-to-Wear Collection

Our Ready-to-Wear gowns are perfect for brides looking for something special right now.

These gowns are:

• Brand new and in pristine condition

• One-of-a-kind (we only have one of each style)

• Often discontinued by the designer

• Available at up to 50% off the original RRP

If we have the style and size you’re looking for, this collection offers incredible value.

Payment Structure

• Full payment is required at the time of purchase

Payment Methods Accepted

• Cash

• Credit/Debit Card (Including American Express)

• Bank transfer

Instalment Options Available We also offer flexible payment plans through:

• Klarna

• Clearpay

• Shop Pay

These options allow you to spread the cost up to 12 months. Our stylists will be happy to talk you through these options during your appointment.

Sale Gowns (Ex-Sample Collection)

Our sale gowns are ex-sample dresses that we are no longer using in-store. They are:

• In excellent condition

• Available at up to 70% off their original price

This is an amazing option for brides seeking exceptional value without compromising on style.

Payment Structure

• Full payment is required at the time of purchase

As with our Ready-to-Wear gowns, you may choose to use instalment payment options such as Klarna, Clear pay, or Shop Pay if preferred.

Ready to Find The One?

If you’re feeling excited and ready to take the next step, we’d love to welcome you into the boutique.

Book your bridal appointment today and let our expert stylists guide you through finding your dream dress, your way.