Can't quite find what you're looking for? Or maybe you know the elements you love but need some help visualising and bringing them together. Our custom design service gives you the freedom to create a gown that feels like you, with guidance throughout the process from ideas through to the finished design.
Available in person at our Redcliffe studio or virtually.
We’ll explore your ideas, inspiration and design preferences during your 90-minute consultation. Within five business days, you’ll receive your personalised concept illustration, with two rounds of refinements included.
Once all design details are finalised, we’ll confirm the construction details and source fabric options for you to choose from, before providing a fixed-price quote.
Once you approve your design and place your order, it moves into creation. You’ll receive mock-up images to review the shape and fit, plus progress images at key stages for approval through to your finished gown.
Custom designs start from $2,490, with each gown individually quoted based on the complexity, fabrics and construction. Your gown is made to your measurements for a closer and more personalised fit.
Choose what works best for you:
Every gown is made to order and scheduled with our makers as soon as your order is placed, so all payments are non-refundable. Your exact payment dates are confirmed with your quote or order.
Yes. If you choose to go ahead with your custom design, your $90 consultation fee is credited towards the final price of your gown.
Please allow up to 16 weeks from receipt of payment. For orders that fall over the Christmas and New Year period, please allow up to an additional 8 weeks.
We recommend starting the process as early as possible to allow plenty of time before your wedding.
Alterations are not included in the price of your gown. We're happy to recommend our trusted seamstress and you can arrange all bookings, fittings and payments directly with her. We recommend booking your alterations around 4–6 weeks before your wedding.
Alteration costs can vary depending on the gown, its construction and the work required. Most brides will need some alterations even when ordering a made-to-measure gown. Common alterations include hemming, adding a bustle and adjusting straps. As a general guide, allow approximately $500–$600 incl. GST for these types of adjustments with our recommended seamstress, and she will confirm exact costs at your fitting.
The custom design process can be completed virtually if you can’t visit our Redcliffe studio. Your consultation is held online, and your concept illustration, fabric options, mock-up and progress images are shared with you throughout the design and creation process for review and approval.
Not exactly, but it helps to have an idea of what you like — and what you don't. We recommend trying on a few wedding dresses beforehand so you have a better feel for the silhouettes, necklines and details you’re comfortable in. Bring along any inspiration or ideas you have, and we’ll work through them together during your consultation.
★★★★★Tamika G
Brisbane, AU
★★★★★"My experience at The Laid Back Bride was exceptional. From my initial try-ons to the collection of my dress, Aleena was extremely helpful and organised. Attention to detail, and an understanding of my wants in a dress were never overlooked. I have loved the experience of creating my dream dress at The Laid Back Bride just as much as I love the dress itself!"
Michelle
Brisbane, AU
