• For as long as I can remember, when I’ve wanted bridal inspiration in the form of gowns with a really unique hit, I’ve looked to Culture Bridal Couture (formally Culture Shock). The gowns always have this amazing twist that makes them really unique- Japanese fabric tied in an obi bow, Indian beading and beautiful silks. Each gown created by Culture Bridal Couture seems to beautifully capture the essence of a cultural influence in a graceful way. ...

  • I really love discovering new Australian bridal designers and showcasing their work on Polka Dot Bride. So when I stumbled upon Shuan Kuan of Collezione Bridal Couture, I really wanted to share her creations with you.Based in Perth, Collezione Bridal Couture creates one of a kind gowns for their customers. From modern and slick, to vintage and opulent. I think what struck me most about the gowns Collezione produces is the texture- I love different fabrics and I love when they’re used in an innovative way and Collezione pulls together the fabrics to create an intricate gown with many laye...

  • I get seriously excited when I get the chance to show off a new bridal designer, it’s like being a kid in a candy store! So many beautiful things to look at, so many designs to get inspired by! Melbourne based designers Arpie and Maral popped up on my radar last year and I was delighted to hear from them recently.With a clean, structured designed sense, the girls take inspiration from the finest fabrics and embroidery techniques to create unique gowns tailored to each bride’s style and sensibilities. I love the solid beauty of the fabrics they’ve chosen in this collection, th...

  • A fresh new selection of wedding gowns from Brisbane bridal designer Hilde Heim popped into my inbox last week (which was good timing as I was looking for something a little traditional and stylish for our readers who are so inclined!). I like Hilde’s diversity in design. ‘Heart’ (above) has the addition of sleeves which are becoming popular again, but still a lightness to it. While ‘Hibiscus’ (below) is downright sleek and sexy.The designs are nothing if not fashion forward, but going with Hilde’s philosophy that gowns should be as individual as the wearer...

  • 2010-07-24T02:33:12Z Love My Dress Wedding Blog

    One of the best thing about being a 'Wedding Blogger', is finding myself in a position to help promote exciting new brands.  I am also passionate about supporting women in business and so it's such a pleasure this morning to bring you details of a new bridal wear designer, Kate Edmondson, who is launching an exclusive company, Kate Edmondson Bridal Couture - offering bespoke Bridal design services.  Kate has been creating wedding dresses and millinery for private clients for over 10 years now, but decided to take the plunge recently in establishing her own couture label.  Opera...

  • 2010-09-24T06:59:14Z Wedding Salon Blog

    One of the most important aspects of a wedding, especially to the bride, is the gown!  Buying your gown is a wonderful but sometimes stressful experience.  Featured in The Knot 2008 Best of Weddings, Belle Vie Bridal Couture does everything in their power to ensure that finding your wedding dress is the amazing experience you’ve always imagined. At Belle Vie Bridal Couture you are escorted to your own private dressing suite and then led through their showroom.  Their showroom houses beautiful couture designers such as Anne Barge, Amsale, Christos, Christian Lacroix, and Reem Acra among m...

  • Another brilliant tip off led me to discover Arushie. While I love the ballgown silhouettes, it’s the detailing that really caught my eye. Photos from Arushie Bridal Couture Want More? Check Out These Posts:Zanzis CoutureToscano BridalStephanie James Couture ...

  • 2010-05-30T17:33:00Z The Brides Diary

    Corston Couture, together with several other top bridal designers, including Hilde Heim, Mira Mandic and Jean Fox, bring you the best bridal sample sale of the year. To be held in Sydney and Melbourne in July, the Bridal Couture Sample Sale will bring together a collaboration Sydney and Melbourne's finest wedding gown, bridesmaids, evening gown, jewellery and shoe designers in one location! With over 50 designers joining forces to sell their one-off samples or last season’s stock you could save up to 70% on your dress, veil, accessories or shoes. Don’t miss out, this sale is for one d...

  • Stunning wedding gowns from Allure Bridal Couture collection. Above, strapless ball gown with unique sweetheart neckline, corseted bodice embellished with embroidery and Swarovski crystals, pick-up skirt accented with a flowers and feathers. Below, modified, a-line gown with all over lace appliques. Fit and flare gown with layers of organza and feathers. Strapless wedding gown with skirt of lace, organza, and feathers criss-crossed asymmetrically. Embroidered gown encrusted with Swarovski crystals. The v-shaped neckline continues to the back while a sweep train completes this stunning look...

  • Hello Monday! Okay Australian readers fess up- did your team win or lose – or like me did you just enjoy the chance to eat really bad food that should never enter the human body – and yet somehow we always eat it around grand final day! Let’s kick off Monday morning with a little piece of eye candy from one of our amazing directory members. We really do have some fantastic vendors in our directory and I am so thrilled to have them all on board supporting our little polka dot dream! This week’s vendor of the week is designer Culture Bridal Couture! Culture Bridal Couture creates some...