Sourcing inspiration and ideas for any wedding related aspect can take hours and hours. Your style preferences continually grow and change, some new trend is always popping up and the options for vendors can be overwhelming or in some cases very limited.
One thing that should be at the forefront of your mind when planning your big day is the gown or garment you expect to make your grand entrance down the aisle in. It’s important that it reflects your personality and individuality, whilst aligning with your budget. You obviously want to #treatyourself but you also don’t want to be breaking the bank on one single piece of the day. We have a number of extremely talented Australian Bridal Couture designers that are making waves in the International market and putting our nation on the style maps!
We’ve gathered our favourite Australian picks for you to give you the vibe and feel of their labels, as well as snuck in the best A’el Este pieces to suit their aesthetic. We hope it’ll give you a little inspo, and that the sourcing process is fun, exciting and stress-free! X
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CALECHE BRIDAL.
Only natural for us to start off with one of our beloved stockists, Caleche Bridal. They create stunning European-Inspired designs that are well suited to the modern-age bride. Given they originated almost 50 years ago, these guys really know their stuff. Well suited to pieces like our Laurent Combs and Earrings.
Price Range - $5,000 - $7,000 AUD
Location – Norwood, SA
GEORGIA YOUNG COUTURE.
For the contemporary bride that likes to push the boundaries but still stay stylish and relevant to trends. Georgia Young Couture is renowned for unique silhouettes, incorporating texture and experimenting with subtle colours. Her designs would work well with our Art-deco inspired range, like the Nova or Delilah pieces.
Price Range - $4,000 - $8,000 AUD
Location – Carlton, VIC.
KAREN WILLIS HOLMES.
Stocking such a wide range of styles, Karen Willis Holmes offers timeless designs at affordable prices making their label a well-known go-to when wedding dress shopping. There is a piece to suit every wedding vibe and theme, and works well with simplistic A’el Este designs like the new Ravello Comb.
Price Range - $2,000 - $13,000 AUD
Location – NSW, VIC, WA, QLD
PREA JAMES BRIDAL.
Simple and effortless pieces for the relaxed bride that appreciates quality fabrics and quality fits. Ideal for a beach style wedding or understated garden soiree, and works beautifully with bits like the Mia Natural Pearl Headband that can be worn on it’s own or layered with others.
Price Range - $2,500 - $6,200 AUD
Location – Paddington, NSW
KYHA.
A label renowned for its stylish and well-executed gowns. As stated on their site ‘Kyha challenges convention in an industry often constrained by tradition” which couldn’t ring more true. They provide creative designs that suit both the anti-bride wanting to make a unique statement, or for the well-planned bride that values attention-to-detail. The Zenni is a great piece for versatility with Kyha.
Price Range - $500 for tops/separates - $14,000 AUD
Location – VIC, NSW, NYC
MADE WITH LOVE.
Often producing high-quality gowns with intricate lace detailing or beaded and crystal embellishments, Made with Love Bridal is fast becoming a popular label within the industry, both in Australia and Internationally. They combine feminine concepts with traditional designs, and A’el Este pieces like the Charlotte Pearl Headband or Gold Mia Headband compliment both of these elements well.
Price Range - $3,000+ AUD
Location – NSW, VIC, QLD, UK
COUTURE LOVE MADNESS.
Another A’el Este stockist Couture Love Madness is for the bride wanting to push the boundaries and shy away from tradition, whilst still having a quality hand-crafted and stunning design. Cristina perfects architectural elements with eclectic fabrics and textures to create couture that is personal and individual to each bride. Statement jewellery like our Soriya Earrings are a feminine touch to any CLM look.
Price Range - $3,000+ AUD
Location – Norwood, SA
