WEDDING DRESSES AUCKLAND
Find the perfect dress for your big day!
Auckland offers a wealth of bridal boutiques catering to every bride’s unique style and budget. From high-end couture to ready-to-wear options, you’ll find an array of beautiful gowns to choose from.
With years of experience as a wedding dress designer, I’ve helped countless brides find their perfect gowns. My insider knowledge of Auckland’s bridal market has enabled me to curate a list of the best boutiques, ensuring you find the dress of your dreams.
Whether you’re looking for timeless elegance, modern simplicity, or something truly unique, there’s a perfect dress waiting for you. Scroll down to discover the top places to find your dream wedding dress in Auckland and get inspired by the latest trends and timeless styles.
Vinka Brides
Featured: Joelle Gown by Vinka Brides
Vinka Brides has served brides since 1959 and is an Auckland wedding dress design house offering high-end, hand-crafted couture. Intricate gowns with fine detailing are created to the highest standard from fine imported laces and silks. Based in the city centre Queen Street, this is a go-to for discerning brides who are looking for luxury and perfection.
The Joelle gown from Vinka Brides is created from Viennese tulle. It features a semi-sheer, structured bodice with hand-appliquéd tulle panels and a full tulle skirt that flows into a sweeping train. A satin belt highlights the waist, completing this elegant and feminine design. For a perfect fit, Vinka Brides offers a bespoke service.
Bridal Brilliance
Featured: Henna Gown by All Who Wander
Known for its solid mid-range selection, Bridal Brilliance, based in East Tamaki, is a fixture in the Auckland wedding dress market. Catering to the ready-to-wear bride, they stock a variety of gowns from several large bridal brands. Their gown range is perfect for brides looking for a great dress on a limited budget, and they also offer a selection for fuller figures.
The Henna wedding dress by All Who Wander is an alluring lace A-line gown that blends Boho romance and subtle seduction. The gown features a sweetheart bodice that hugs the figure with flattering seam work, sexy side cut-outs, and delicate spaghetti straps that dip into a stunning low open back detail.
Hayes Bridal
Featured: Evan Wedding Gown by Hayes Bridal
Hayes Bridal, a newcomer to the Auckland wedding dress scene, creates simple gowns with a modern, pared-back feel. The styles are unique, with a fresh look. Made in New Zealand, this boutique brand caters to the Kiwi bride looking for a young and personal style. Based in Ponsonby, Hayes Bridal embraces slow fashion, using natural fibres and local craftsmanship.
The Evan style by Hayes Bridal features a relaxed wrap-style top with an open back that extends to the waist. The waist seam allows the top to drape softly over the skirt, creating an effortlessly elegant look. The skirt fits closely at the waist and high hip, gently flaring through seaming detail for a flattering silhouette. Made from 100% silk and bamboo lined.
Astra Bridal
Featured: Nash Wedding Dress by Sottero & Midgley
Astra Bridal is a NZ-owned, large bridal retailer with shops throughout New Zealand. Astra offers a vast selection of wedding dress styles from many international brands in a wide range of sizes. Often, the gowns they do not have in stock they can order in for you. A great place to go, to try on lots of dresses, at the beginning of your wedding dress journey.
The detailed Nash wedding dress by Sottero & Midgley features a textured illusion lace bodice with long sheer sleeves. The slim silhouette, complemented by slightly puffy shoulders, highlights the intricate lace and matte crepe. The skirt is enhanced by slimming lace inserts and a spectacular appliquéd train, creating a stunning and elegant look.
Trish Peng
Featured: Cleo Wedding Gown by Trish Peng
Trish Peng has been an unstoppable force in the NZ bridal market since she opened her shop in Ponsonby. Concentrating on building a large brand, Trish offers several bridal collections, some couture services, and has more recently added the Yours Truly outlet to her offerings. There have been murmurings of Trish and her husband entering the suit market in the future.
The Cleo gown by Trish Peng features a classic sweetheart neckline with a daring plunge and iconic bust draping. Its gracefully draped wrap skirt is crafted from 3D floral lace adorned with delicate sequins and pearl beading. An optional overskirt adds a touch of drama, with lace cascading to enhance the gown’s elegance.
Hera Couture
Featured: Vienna Wedding Gown by Hera Couture
Hera Couture has built a strong bridal brand, known for its large and frequently updated selection of gowns. While Hera Couture targets the selective bride looking for unbridled luxury, the Daisy Brides collection offers budget-friendly, ready-to-wear options. Hera, based in K-Road, recently introduced the now popular Curve collection, catering extensively to fuller figures.
The Vienna gown is designed to hug the body, featuring a boned bodice secured with faux pearls. The tulle is woven to complement the bride’s curves, detailed with a layer of Chantilly lace. The mermaid skirt flows from the gathered tulle, creating a romantic and elegant silhouette. Pair it with the Vienna Sleeves for a whimsical touch.
Yours Truly Bridal
Featured: Riley Gown by Lovers Society
Yours Truly Bridal offers a sustainable and cost-effective option for brides seeking pre-loved, sample, and new low-cost designer wedding gowns. This consignment store provides an opportunity to buy or sell wedding dresses, featuring gowns from many well-known designers. Based in a large warehouse in Grey Lynn, Auckland, customers are also offered onsite alterations.
The Riley gown, by Lovers Society, is crafted from signature lace. This form-fitting, contemporary gown features a burst of vine and floral textures, complemented by a voluminous skirt and train that add dramatic flair with each stride. The stretch clay lining ensures comfort and ease of movement on your big day.
Jessica Couture
Featured: Angelou Gown by Jessica Couture
Jessica Couture is known for intricate detailing, sexy glamour, and dramatic silhouettes. Based in Broadway, Newmarket, this established local brand offers three main New Zealand-designed bridal collections, each with a wide range of styles to choose from. Additionally, Jessica Couture creates custom couture gowns tailored to individual brides.
The Angelou wedding dress exudes delicate beauty with intricate detailing. Lightly boned, the bodice is tailored and features pretty bust cups. A shimmer underlayer textures the dress with beautiful sparkle and the floaty A-line skirt features sheer layering with a slit.
Dell’Amore Bridal
Featured: Amber Gown by Rara Avis
Dell’Amore Bridal, based in Clevedon, on the outskirts of Auckland, imports selected European designer wedding dresses for New Zealand brides. Known for their bold and distinctive styles, Dell’Amore offers extraordinary gowns featuring color, texture, and intricate embroidery. The boutique provides stand-out designs for brides wanting to make an impact.
The Amber wedding dress by Rara Avis is an ethereal creation made from fine Chantilly lace. This A-line gown features a voluminous skirt and a bodice with a pretty sweetheart neckline and sheer detailing. Optional detachable lace sleeves add extra drama, making this dress perfect for brides looking to combine stunning elegance with a touch of modern flair.
Paperswan Bridal
Featured: Lila Dress by Anna Campbell
Paperswan Bridal specializes in relaxed wedding dresses for the contemporary bride. Their Auckland bridal shop is based in the Wynyard Quarter by the waterfront. With outlets in Wellington and Christchurch, Paperswan offers a wide range of styles from many local & international designers. All gowns are sold ready to wear; recently, a curve collection has been added.
The Lila dress by Anna Campbell, available at Paperswan Bridal, is a modern bride’s dream. Made from the softest 100% silk satin, the Lila features a playful yet sensual silhouette with a cowl neckline, a simple tied back, and a floaty empress skirt. This dress is perfect for the understated bride ready to dance the night away.
Clara Bridal
Featured: Lara Wedding Gown by Clara Bridal
A newcomer to the wedding dress scene, Clara Bridal is based in Remuera, Auckland. A young, local designer, Clara offers a personalized bridal experience. Her signature look is fresh, simple, and pretty, with the gowns customized for individual fit. The boutique collection in-store is considered an inspiration to help you find your personal style. This will then be made for you.
The Lara dress is made from luxurious silk and drapes gently over the body. A plunging Halter neckline is matched with long sashes draping effortlessly down the back. With a draped waist this dress with pleated detailing is soft and sensual.
Alma J Bridal
Featured: ML1571 Gown by Martina Liana
Alma J Bridal is located in Mount Eden and has been a fixture in the Auckland wedding dress scene for some years now. Starting out purely as a bridal designer, this brand now mainly retails international designers, with All Who Wander among the more well-known. Alma J now also offers an extensive bridesmaids dress collection in some lovely colour shades.
ML1571 by Martina Liana is a stunning A-line wedding dress reminiscent of classic romance. The gown features detachable sheer lace short sleeves that puff at the shoulders, framing a flattering sweetheart neckline on the shimmering, translucent bodice. Delicate 3D florals embellish the bodice, which wraps into a princess-worthy corset tie back detail.
Modes Bridal
Featured: Hema Wedding Gown by Nicole Couture
Modes Bridal, a well-known shop in Newmarket, offers luxurious imported wedding dress styles from international designers. They stock the famous Pronovias brand and have dramatic, detailed, and striking styles. If you look for glamour and unrestrained luxury, check them out. Modes also is a go-to for quality Mother of Bride dresses, so you may want to take your mom.
The Hema wedding dress by Nicole Couture embodies timeless romance with its delicate tulle and lace, enhanced by intricate beadwork. This enchanting gown features a corset structure with push-up cups and a ruffled skirt, offering both elegance and comfort. The detachable sleeves provide versatile styling options. Completing the look is a majestic 190 cm train.
Fritz & Sarah
Featured: Ariana Crop and Britney Skirt
Fresh to the Auckland bridal market, Fritz & Sarah is a dynamic duo with a passion for slow fashion and locally made products. They offer made-to-order bridal wear and can also assist if you need a wedding dress altered. Located in Parnell, their current collection is varied and modern and features current wedding dress styles with attitude and an edge of fun.
The Ariana Crop, featured with the Britney Skirt, is a fun and flirty strapless top made from stunning bridal satin. It boasts full boning construction and hook-and-eye closures, perfect for making a bold statement. Paired with the Britney Skirt, this ensemble exudes romance with its full tulle silhouette and layered design.
Felicitys Bridal
Featured: Ada gown by & For Love
Felicitys Bridal, located on High Street, Auckland City, specializes in modern ready-to-wear gowns by international designers. Amongst their selection, Felicity imports the Australian labels Made With Love, a very current, effortless, and sexy brand for the relaxed bride. The three imported brands they stock, are generally designed for younger and more petite bodies.
The ADA gown is a refined version of the AULDYN gown, featuring & For Love’s signature puff sleeves and a deep V neckline. This classic gown has a flattering figure-hugging design and an open back. Available in both linen and crepe, the ADA gown offers a timeless look with a modern touch.
Natalie Rose Bridal
Featured: Minelli by Eva Lendel
Natalie Rose Bridal specializes in luxurious international designers. She imports the well-known Eva Lendel bridal collection and now also offers a selection for fuller sizes. Natalie Rose is able to customize some of the styles available, and her brand has a well-stocked online shop, offering accessories, headwear, and robes. Her shop is located in Parnell, Auckland.
The Minelli bridal gown is designed to accentuate the curves of the female body. Crafted from Mikado fabric, it features embroidered lace and 3D organza flowers that flow from the bodice through the hips along a flared skirt. The strapless bodice has a gently curved neckline and an open back. For a grand entrance, the Minelli gown can be accessorized with a dramatic, voluminous overskirt.
Kenny & Harlow
Featured: Juliette Gown by Kenny & Harlow
Kenny & Harlow creates minimalist and classic wedding dresses with a modern edge. Made in New Zealand, the styles tend to feature minimal detail, with cut and draping being the focal points of the designs. Kenny & Harlow has quickly established a name at the forefront of NZ bridal fashion. Based in Mount Eden, they also offer tailoring and alteration services.
The Juliette gown by Kenny & Harlow is made from heavy silk crepe and features elegant pearls trailing down the center front. With short cap sleeves and a gathered, nipped-in waist, this gown combines timeless elegance with modern sophistication, perfect for the discerning bride.
Anna Schimmel
Featured: Katrina gown by Anna Schimmel
Anna Schimmel, a highly regarded European wedding dress designer, creates quality wedding dresses in timeless styles. With a reputation for perfect fit and beautiful finish, Anna designs custom wedding dresses & offers a boutique ready-to-wear collection. Working from her private studio in Point Chevalier, she combines beautiful designs with exceptional personal service.
Polished and graceful, the Katrina gown embodies subtle elegance with its clean lines and serene beauty. This slender sheath features this season’s distinctive square neckline, accented by sequined lace that adds a dusting of sparkle. The Katrina gown is perfect for brides seeking a simple yet sophisticated look.
Ready to take your wedding dress search further?
From timeless elegance to modern chic, Auckland’s bridal boutiques are ready to make your wedding dreams come true. If you’re feeling inspired by these beautiful designs, why not take the next step and create something truly unique?
I invite you to visit my studio, where you can discuss your ideas with a skilled designer. Together, we can bring your vision to life. Try on my collection, view beautiful fabrics, and let’s sketch out your perfect style. Reach out today to start your journey towards the perfect wedding dress, right here in Auckland, New Zealand. Let’s create a beautiful wedding dress that will make your special day even more memorable.
