Upcoming
Events
Strike + Rare Book Club
320 e. clybourn st., 3rd floor
[ april 13th | starts at 6pm ]
we’re hosting our third strike + rare book club night - and you’re invited!
join us at the shop for a cozy evening of conversation, community, + a lil something to sip + snack on as we dig into our spring pick: paris: the memoir by paris hilton. described as, "shocking, funny, and surprisingly profound, paris is the deeply personal memoir of the ultimate it girl and a stunning inside view of a pop culture phenomenon."
can’t make it IRL? no stress - we’ll have a zoom link for our virtual bookworms. 🖤
whether you’ve read every page or just skimmed the good parts, there’s a seat for you. bring a friend, bring your thoughts, bring your fave highlighter. we can’t wait to sip, snack, and turn pages with you!
Dottie May Designer Spotlight
gowns priced $1500 - $4000
[ april 24th - 27th ]
striking brides, we saved a spot for you ✨
for one week, we’re welcoming the newest dottie may gowns to our racks. thoughtfully designed with our #strikingbrides in mind, this collection takes classic bridal silhouettes and gives them a modern refresh that feels equal parts timeless and current.
whether you’re drawn to a sleek, minimalist look or can’t resist intricate beadwork and soft, romantic lace, there’s something here for every type of bride. these gowns are made to feel effortless, comfortable, and unmistakably you.
and because we love a little extra magic, there’s a perk! during the event, enjoy one free gown customization up to $250 with any dottie may gown ordered.
if you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this is it. consider this your sign to say yes to the dress you’ve been dreaming of 🖤
Spring Sample Sale
gowns priced $100 - $2000
[ may 15th - 17th ]
this is our 5th annual spring sample sale and our biggest sale yet! almost 150 gowns, veils + accessories will be available to take home at an extremely discounted price! all gowns are priced $100 - $3000, with the majority under $2000!
sample sizes 4 - 20 will be available, with the majority of dresses in bridal sizes 8 - 14. gowns will be available from designers including: alena leena, before by sarah seven, dearheart by carol hannah, dottie may, jack sullivan, laudae, rish, sarah seven, scout by sarah seven, studio levana, tara lauren, tara latour, and vagabond.
most gowns have light wear from being tried on as store samples and some are brand new and just looking for their perfect home. check out @strikesamplegowns starting april 15th for daily sneak peeks of everything included in the sale! appointment booking will also open on 4/15/26.
appointments are required. no holds - gowns are sold first come, first sold. all gowns are sold as is - minor repairs or dry cleaning may be needed. cash or credit card only - no checks will be accepted. a non-refundable $25 special event booking fee is due at the time of booking.