They are your best friends, they stick with you through thick and thin – we’re talking about your beloved bridesmaids. We all want a perfectly organized dream wedding and for a bride her wedding day is possibly the most important day in her life. She wants to keep all her friends close to play a role in her big wedding day and what better way them to have them as bridesmaids.
There are a lot of tasks that a bride has to perform before the big day and having her besties to help out will ease the stress and the burden. One stress can be the most challenging one is choosing the right bridesmaid dresses for her girls.
We’ve reduced the work load for you and found our top bridesmaids go-to stores in Melbourne. We’ve also covered the best ways to clean and store your wedding dress.
List of Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shops in Melbourne
FAQs About Bridesmaid
What do the bridesmaids wear?
If you know anything about weddings, then you’ve probably noticed that, more often than not, the bridesmaids tend to all wear the same dress. Typically, this means going to a shop with the bride well before the wedding in an effort to find something that suits everyone.
What is a reasonable price for wedding flowers?
Generally speaking, bridesmaids are expected to pay for their own dresses and accessories, as well as potentially hair and makeup appointments and transportation to the wedding. According to Gottsman, bridesmaids should be prepared to cover the costs for these expenses once they accept the offer.
Who pays for bridesmaid hair and makeup?
The bride pays for hair and makeup services as a gift to all of her maids, with either the bride or the maids tipping the hair and makeup artists. 2. The bride provides a hair and makeup artist, but the maids pay all costs involved.Should bridesmaids pay for their dresses?
Bridesmaids are always expected to pay for their own outfits. The bride decides what her wedding party will wear, and they pay for it. If you accept the invitation to be a bridesmaid, this expense is something you should be prepared for.
When should your bridesmaids have their dresses?
Make a timeline.
When considering delivery and alterations, then, bridesmaids should order their gowns at least six months before the wedding, meaning they should start shopping at least seven months out.
Luv Bridal & Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
BRISBANE | GOLD COAST | SYDNEY
Luv Bridal & Formal showroomsoffer an extensive collection of international designer bridal, bridesmaids,and formal gowns at designer direct prices.
Offering eight locations across Australia, Luv Bridal & Formalshowrooms can be found in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and theGold Coast. We also have our first U.S.A. showroom in Phoenix, Arizona!
With a vast range of bridal, bridesmaid, and formal styles and sizes,Luv Bridal & Formal is the first and last place to visit if you are seekinga sophisticated gown, designed and constructed specifically to flatter a woman’sbody shape.
With designs ranging from classic to sophisticated to cutting-edge, eachgown is finished using the finest quality fabrics, European laces, andexceptional hand beading.
Upon your visit to a Luv Bridal & Formal showroom, you will beassisted by one of our highly qualified Bridal Consultants who will take youthrough every step of the journey that is choosing your dream bridal gown.
All brides are special at Luv Bridal & Formal, and our BridalConsultants are trained to provide an individual, once-in-a-lifetime experienceto help create your wedding vision. Our high standard of customer service is avital ingredient of our reputation and one that we are renowned for in thebridal industry.
For us, a wedding day should be one of the happiest days of every bride’slife; a treasured memory that always brings joy. At Luv Bridal, we genuinely ‘luv’being a part of creating that happiness, and providing an unforgettable bridalgown shopping event.
Ferrari Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
Australia Wide
1300Ferrari
Are you ready to fall in love…again?
At Ferrari Formalwear & Bridal we believe brides should feel nothing less than gorgeous on their wedding day. This is why we offer a stunning collection of elegant bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses from Australian and International designers including Allure Bridals, Allure Bridesmaids, Casablanca, Eddy K, Madison James, and many more.
For the men we also offer a wide and stylish range of suits for hire and purchase. Whether you are the groom, a groomsman or father of the bride, we certainly have a suit for you. Our suits range from the traditional black dinner suit and tuxedo right through to the latest fashion in charcoal, grey, beige and navy suits. Just take a look for yourself! Brides also love getting their eyebrows tattoo’d in Melbourne!
Whether you are having a traditional church wedding, a relaxed garden or beach wedding you can be assured that you will find what everything you are looking for, and more, at one of our many Ferrari Formalwear & Bridal stores.
WHAT WE OFFER:
* Bridal gowns by International and Australian designers such as Allure Bridals, Casablanca, Eddy K and Madison James
* Suits to hire and buy for the groom, groomsmen or pageboy
* Bridesmaid Dresses
* Flowergirl Dresses
* Debutante Gowns
* Formal Gowns
* Convenience with stores all around Australia
* Knowledgeable and trained staff
* Over 20 years experience
Bridesmaids Dressing Room – Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
KEILOR EAST, Victoria
03 8390 6600
Bridesmaids Dressing Room is a Melbourne based store specialising in made-to-order bridesmaid dresses. Book an appointment with your bridal party and have some fun trying on dresses, while you get expert guidance to help you make the perfect choice for your wedding day.
* Try on sample dresses in store OR shop online
* Multi-award winning bridesmaid business
* Professional, stress free experience with exceptional customer service
* Large collection of stunning bridesmaid dresses, sizes US2-US30
* Australian and International designers
* Large collection of fabrics and colours
* Expert advice and guidance
* Melbourne based showroom
*BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
At the Bridesmaids Dressing Room we don’t just sell dresses, we want to help you with your dress selection process, to make sure your bridesmaids look amazing AND feel comfortable on your special day.
“Cut out the stress and find the perfect dress”.
Call us today!
Young Designers Gallery – Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
Ivanhoe, Victoria
03 9498 3752
The friendly team at Young Designers Gallery has been supplying formal wear clients since 1987 and offers extensive service to complete your total look for every special occasion.
Our Head Designer, Adele Balzan, has a Bachelor Of Arts in Fashion and has won the Young Achiever Of The Year Award in 1991.
Prices range from around $240 to $460 to suit all budgets. We have our garments in stock and take orders for 3-5 month deliveries.
We also offer an alteration service at reasonable rates, work done on the premises.
- Bridesmaids
- Formals
- Evening wear
- Gowns for Mother of the Bride & Groom
- Debutante
- Budget bridal
- Sizes 00-32 in the store
- Large colour selection
- Jewellery
- Gloves
- Men’s ties
Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
Coburg, Victoria
0394984230
V.ssali is an Australian women’s fashion label designed in our Melbourne studio.
The brand offers a full range of women’s ready to wear fashion defined with an essence of confidence, allure and independent style in mind.
Our clothing range is beautifully made and hugs you in all the right places. We provide a great range of designs, styles and colours.
We pride ourselves on our customer service, we know how important your wedding is and we’re here to help make your bridal party look even more beautiful than they already are.
When you wear V.ssali you stand out because our gowns tell a story through your own style and be a style statement.
Nicolangela Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
australia Wide
1300798956
Nicolangela offers in stock and custom made dresses perfect for your Wedding.
Our high quality dresses are hand cut and made in our Melbourne studio, offering a wide selection of colour style and sizing options made to order for Brides and Bridesmaids.
We offer various ways to connect with the collection
Online – Simply choose your style, colour, size & length – choose your dresses online and have them shipped directly to you.
Private Appointment – Make a booking with a stylist in our showroom
Sample Packs – Order online & customise your dress from home
NIcolangela’s collections have been featured at various fashion shows in Australia, Melbourne Spring Fashion Week, Mercedes Australian Fashion Week & VAMFF since the label’s inception in 2000.
Coordinate your bridemaids dresses with our made to order option.
*Custom made dresses generally take 4-6 weeks to make however if you require your dress sooner please let us know, we will do our best to accommodate.
Nicolangela is all Australian and proudly Melbourne Made.
Esther & Co. Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
Surry Hills, New South Wales
02 9190 0117
With the vision of providing the busy women of today a fun & effortless online shopping experience all while enjoying the comfort of their own home.
We pride ourselves on offering affordable luxury at the click of a button. No matter the style of wedding, we have you covered with our vast selection of gorgeous dresses, playsuits, tops, bottoms and more.
Enquire today.
The Gown House – Bridesmaid Dress and Formal Wear Shop Melbourne
Bli Bli, Queensland
We are 100% Australian owned, and based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
An infinity gown is a dress that is incredibly versatile due to its very long, adjustable ties which allow you to tie the dress however you wish. Wrap to flatter your body shape while expressing your personal style.
The fabric allows the dress to cinch in at the waist, and fall beautifully over the hips.
Get creative and see how many ways you can tie this dress, meaning it will never need to look the same twice.
Enquire today.
About the Editors – Suzie & Eugene
Suzie & Eugene got married at Vogue Ballroom in 2017 and had the best day of their lives!
Ever since they have worked closely with Vogue Ballroom & Vines of the Yarra Valley, managing the websites, social media and content.
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