Top 5 Wedding Dress Stores in Wellington
For a small city Wellington has an impressive array of wedding dress stores for you to choose from. Wedding dress designers from all over the world stock their wedding dresses in Wellington. We also have pre-loved second hand wedding dresses on offer, and amazing local designers too. So if you are looking to spend less on your dress, have a sustainable wedding, splash out, or sell your dress, you’ll be able to find it here in Wellington.
Here we have listed the best wedding dress stores in Wellington with all the key details you need to know about each including their prices, sample sizes, designers stocked, and cost of appointments.
If you have any further questions feel free to contact us on hello@timandnadine.com. We are always more than happy to help.
1. Paperswan Bride
Website: paperswanbride.co.nz
Designers stocked at Paperswan Bride: Alyssa Kristin, Cherie by Oui, Curve, Grace Loves Lace, Hera Couture, Kyha Bride, MWL Bride, Oui the label, Sally Eagle, Truvelle.
Price range of Paperswan wedding dresses: $3000-$9000 with the majority between $4500-$5000
Appointments: $50 for a private one hour consultation with complementary bubbles.
Sample sizes at Paperswan Bride: Size 10 - 28
Wedding Dress Delivery Time: 4-6 months
Paperswan Bride Address: 94b Upland Road, Kelburn Village, Wellington 6012
Contact details: 04 475 5945 or email hq@paperswanbride.co.nz
Social Media: See their Instagram here, their facebook here, and their Pinterest here
The above image features the Cassie Dress by Karen Willis Holmes from Paperswan Bride, Photography by Tim and Nadine, florals by Floriade, at Boomrock Lodge wedding venue
2. Elodie Bridal
Website: www.elodiebridal.co.nz
Elodie Bridal sells new and pre-loved gowns with most ranging from $1500-$2000
Elodie Bridal gowns are 'off the rack', so are ready to go! This means no waiting months for your dress to arrive.
Elodie Bridal also offer veils, boleros, and bridal belts, with veils between $50-$395
Elodie Bridal Appointments: $45 for a 1 hour consultation where you can try on as many dresses as you like
Elodie Bridal Address: 287 Jackson Street, Petone, Wellington
Elodie Bridal Contact details: Book an appointment through their website here, message them on Facebook/Instagram, or call Vicky on 027 330 4072 if you have any questions.
Sell-on-behalf service: Elodie Bridal also sells second hand wedding dresses on behalf of brides. See the Elodie Bridal website here or email elodiebridal@gmail.com to inquire about selling your pre-loved wedding gown.
The above image features an Elodie Bridal Dress, Hair + Makeup by Amy McLennan, Photography by Tim and Nadine
3. Hello Romeo Bridal
Website: helloromeo.co.nz
Hello Romeo Dress Sizes: All Hello Romeo gowns can be made to order in sizes 0-32, and in a wide range of colours
Hello Romeo Dress Alterations: Hello Romeo offer an exclusive In-House wedding dress Alteration service to their Brides
The Preview Appointment at Hello Romeo is a 30-minute, complimentary session perfect for brides who have a particular gown (or two!) in mind and want a quick try-on before committing to a full appointment.
Full Appointment: $60 for 90min appointment (redeemable if gown purchased with Hello Romeo). Try 8-10 dresses with accessories.
Hello Romeo Address: 310 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington City
Contact details: email info@helloromeo.co.nz (best way to contact them), or call on 06 306 8496
The above image features a wedding dress from Hello Romeo, Hair by Dollhouse Do, Makeup by Laura Simpson, Suit by Rembrandt, Photographed by Tim and Nadine, at Boomrock Lodge wedding venue
4. Astra Bridal
Website: www.astrabridal.co.nz
Designers stocked at Astra Bridal: Maggie Sottero, Rebecca Ingram, Sottero and Midgley Couture, Jenny Yoo, JBJ by Jenny Yoo, Custom Forget Me Knot by Astra Bridal
Price Range of Astra Bridal Wedding Dresses: From Under $2000 to over $6000
Sample sizes at Astra Bridal: sizes 6 -26
Astra Bridal Appointments: $65 for a personal consultation and complimentary bubbles. This is paid at your first visit and then waived for any subsequent visits.
Wedding Dress Delivery Time: 4-6 months
Astra Bridal Address: Level 2, 265 Wakefield Street, Te Aro
Contact details: 04 802 5774 or email wellington@astrabridal.co.nz
The above image features a Theia Couture wedding dress from Astra Bridal with sleeves added by tailor Grace Kleinsman, Photographed by Tim and Nadine, at Boomrock Lodge wedding venue
5. Olivia Rose Bridal
Website: shop.oliviarosebridal.co.nz
Olivia Rose Bridal stocks new and pre-loved wedding dresses ranging from size 6-28
Affordable wedding dresses ranging from $250-$2600
Olivia Rose Bridal consultations: $65 for 1.5 hours or $45 for 1 hour. Try on as many dresses as you like.
Sell on behalf service: You can sell your pre-loved wedding dress with Olivia Rose Bridal. Contact Olivia Rose Bridal on their website here to inquire about selling your pre-loved wedding dress.
Olivia Rose Bridal Address: 7-13 Seaview Road, Paraparaumu, Wellington
Olivia Rose Bridal Contact details: 0800 119 765 or email hello@oliviarosebridal.co.nz
The above image features the Georgie dress by Made with Love from Bluebelle Bridal, photographed by Tim and Nadine at Boomrock Lodge wedding venue
If you have any questions feel free to contact us on hello@timandnadine.com
We hope you have an amazing wedding!