Winner
Blush & Raven
Founded in 2017, Blush & Raven was born of a desire to bring a tailored, New York-style bridal shopping experience to Calgary. As Avenue’s Best Bridal Attire winner for the second year in a row, Blush & Raven’s upscale Beltline showroom has become a reputable one-stop shop for the modern bride.
The boutique boasts fashion-forward gowns from around the globe, handcrafted by couture designers from the likes of Budapest, London and L.A. For finishing touches, accessory appointments let brides try on veils, jewellery and bridal capes while wearing their gowns.
Boutique manager Emma Kilback notes that recent bridal trends lean toward vintage-inspired silhouettes — like basque or drop-waist gowns — with a selection of these styles featured in the boutique’s collection.
Overall, Kilback says: “It’s more about a feeling they’re trying to capture.” This philosophy shaped the boutique’s signature approach: a supportive showroom experience designed to bring each bride’s vision to life.
The most popular option is a luxury one-on-one styling session, which includes a sit-down consultation with a dedicated stylist, including tea service and small bites for the bridal party.
“Especially in Calgary, girls just love a classic look with some kind of unique twist — something different to make it feel elevated and bridal,” Kilback adds.
Each Blush & Raven gown is handmade to order by a curated designer, allowing for customization and even structural changes to achieve that sought-after uniqueness.
201, 903 10 Ave. S.W., 403-474-6777, blushandraven.com, @blushandravenyyc
Runners-Up
The Bridal Boutique
5131 Elbow Dr. S.W., 403-281-9777, thebridalboutique.ca, @thebridalboutiqueeyyc
Durand Bridal
130, 9631 Macleod Trl. S.W., 403-454-2684, durandbridal.com, @durandbridal
