Perth's Top 10 Dress Designers
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Never fear Perth brides! We’ve done the run around and compiled this list of the best dress designers in your gorgeous city, so that all you need to worry about is setting up consultations and attending fittings. Here are our absolute faves, in no particular order.
Ruth Tarvydas
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Ruth Tarvydas has been wowing Perth brides and, indeed, the world with her edgy bridal designs since the late 1960s. She is the winner of numerous prestigious awards; has designed for a number of celebrities, including Miss Universe Australia; and her dresses have even graced the runway of New York Fashion Week. In fact, Tarvydas was the first Australian fashion label to ever export overseas and to be stocked at Selfridges in London. Needless to say, Tarvydas brides stand out in their chic, one-of-a-kind dresses.
If you want to don a Tarvydas designer dress on your wedding day, visit the following store:
Tarvydas
Shop 23 Avion Way
Times Square, Claremont
Perth, Western Australia 6010
Phone: (08) 9325 6663
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Galleria Couture
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Nicole Antulov and Kevin Raphael are the multi-award-winning faces behind the Galleria Couture name. Over the past 15 years, they’ve gained a reputation as being leaders in their field, designing traditional and contemporary gowns that are sophisticated and suit their brides’ personalities and individuality.
If you’d like a classy Galleria Couture gown, pop into the studio at this location:
Galleria Couture
291 Walcott Street
Mount Lawley, Western Australia 6050
Phone: (08) 9444 2900
Donna Tobin
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Award-winning Perth-based designer, Donna Tobin has been causing Australian and international bride’s to radiate in her dresses, since 1996. Through her sleek and stylish designs, she moulds her gowns to hug the feminine form, showing of each bride’s best bits. Donna believes that the bride should wear her dress and that the dress shouldn’t wear the bride. This means that she custom designs each dress so that the bride’s individuality and style radiates through her gown, turning every guest’s head.
For a dress that’s as unique as you are, visit Donna Tobin’s studio:
Donna Tobin
254 Barker Road
Subiaco, Western Australia 6008
Phone: (08) 9381 7771
Pallas Couture
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Joy and Philippa Morris are the head designers behind the Pallas Couture label and they are passionate about crafting high quality dresses for modern brides. Their timelessly elegant designs focus on refining the feminine silhouette and flattering the bride’s figure, so that you look and feel stunning on your big day. Even celebrities are sometimes spotted in Pallas Couture frocks!
If you’re dreaming about being a Pallas Couture bride, visit their store:
Pallas Couture
201 Railway Road
Subiaco, Western Australia 6008
Phone: (08) 6380 2277
Henry Roth
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Henry Roth’s bridal empire is a three generational family business, based in Australia and New York. So understandably, his passion for what he considers ‘wearable art’ runs deep. In addition to running this incredibly successful company, he’s been a mentor on Project Runway Australia and often provides fashion commentary for red carpet events. With such a keen eye for style, it’s no surprise that Henry Roth wedding dresses are often regarded –by fashion critics and stylish modern brides – as being highly chic and sophisticated.
For an original Henry Roth piece, visit one of these local stockists:
Legend’s Bridal
Unit 2, 12 Mercer Lane
Joondalup, Western Australia 6027
Phone: (08) 9300 0133
Samantha Wynne Designs
Shop 1, 190 Scarborough Beach Road
Mount Hawthorn, Western Australia 6016
Phone: (08) 9444 9866
Pearl’s Bridal
Unit 4, 46 James Street
Guildford, Western Australia 6056
Phone: (08) 9377 2377
Sarrisha’s
5 Hillburton Avenue
Warnbro, Western Australia 6168
Phone: (08) 9593 0388
Bridal Elegance
97 Emberson Road
Noranda, Western Australia 6060
Phone: (08) 9275 5072
Mariana Hardwick
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For over 30 years, happy brides have walked down the aisle in gorgeous Mariana Hardwick dresses. This multi-award-winning designer was the first to launch a contemporary Australian bridal wear label, and now, the Mariana Hardwick label is internationally recognised. These beautifully crafted, 100% Australian-made frocks tend to turn the head of every guest and inspire “oohs” and “ahhs” from even the most finicky of brides.
To get your hands on a Mariana Hardwick dress, be sure to visit this address:
Samantha Wynne
Shop 1, 190 Scarborough Beach Rd
(Cnr Matlock St)
Mount Hawthorn, Western Australia 6016
Phone: (08) 9444 9866
Hilde Heim
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Hilde Heim has more than 20 years of international bridal wear design experience and is well-known for her European style creations. Hilde’s point of difference is that she endeavours to make the design a collaborative effort between herself and you, the customer. This means that your dress is a one-in-a-million design and you can guarantee that no other bride will ever wear a dress quite like yours.
So, for a unique wedding gown with European flair, visit the following address:
Hobnob Bridal Perth
457 Beaufort Street
Highgate, Western Australia 6003
Phone: (08) 9227 8488
Roz la Kelin
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The Roz la Kelin bridal boutique has been established since 1981. Since that time, Roz and her team of designers have gained a reputation as a brand that provides high quality bridal wear at affordable prices, including plus-size wedding gowns. With over 30 years of expertise, you know you’re in good hands when you order a stylish Roz la Kelin dress.
To get your hands on one of these gorgeous designer dresses, visit the following address:
Confetti Occasions
31 Comserv Loop
Ellenbrook, Western Australia 6069
Phone: 0409 880 635
Samantha Wynne
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Since 1996, Samantha Wynne has been putting smiles on brides’ faces. Her dresses are designed, using high quality fabrics and materials, to suit each bride’s individuality and she is well-known for her frocks with delicate finishes. Samantha considers herself a bit of a perfectionist and, for that reason, she personal fits each and every bride, to ensure that each alteration is carried out accurately and precisely. Her gowns are perfect for chic, modern brides who want a dress that’s sassy and slightly out of the ordinary.
If you’d like to say “I do” in a Samantha Wynne dress, visit the studio at this location:
Samantha Wynne
Shop 1, 190 Scarborough Beach Road
Mount Hawthorn, Western Australia 6016
Phone: (08) 9444 9866
Zanzis
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Zanzis Bridal is an award-winning label that has been at the forefront of the Australian bridal industry for over 20 years. Zanzis gowns are created using the finest European silks and laces, cut and lovingly sewn with elegantly feminine lines. Jennifer Naglan and her team of designers work alongside you so that your dress reflects your personality and vision for your wedding day. There’s even an in-house designer who can custom craft unique jewellery pieces to match your dress, creating the ultimate ensemble.
To get your hands on a romantic Zanzis dress, visit the store at this address:
Zanzis Bridal
2/67 Coghlan Road
Subiaco, Western Australia 6008
Phone: (08) 9388 3322
