Wedding attire shopping should be one of the most exciting parts of planning your big day. But for those over a size 16, it can often be more heartbreaking than magical. Just as with everyday fashion, if you’re considered curvy, mid-sized, or plus-sized, you might walk into a wedding store unsure if you’ll even have options to try on, let alone have a gown made to fit you perfectly.
We first created our guide to Australian wedding dress designers catering to sizes beyond 16 back in 2022. Now, two years later, it’s time for a much-needed update.
For transparency, here’s how we compiled this guide: We reached out to our wonderful readers for their experiences and recommendations. We also contacted every Australian wedding gown designer we could find (sometimes three or four times – our emails have a habit of playing hide-and-seek in spam folders!). Is this list exhaustive? Probably not, but it represents our best efforts to contact designers and utilise our Google know-how. If you know of a designer we’ve missed, please drop us a line!
In this post, we’ve focused on designers who create demi-couture and made-to-measure gowns – those you can try on in-store and have tailored to your measurements, perhaps with modifications. We’ve included only those who can cater beyond size sixteen and we’ve asked these designers to be transparent about their sizing initiatives: What sample sizes do they have in store? Are there extra charges for sizes over 16?
Our goal is to make your dress shopping experience as joyful and stress-free as possible, regardless of your size. Because every body deserves to feel beautiful and confident on their wedding day, we know this to be true, even if it does not always feel it.
So, let’s dive into our updated list of Australian wedding gown designers with inclusive sizing.
Alca Line Bride offers sizes up to AU28, with their Lilac Label collection currently available up to AU20. Their stockists carry samples ranging from size 10 to 16. There are no additional charges for extended sizes, and the brand welcomes customization requests.
Alca Line Bride is actively working on providing more size-inclusive samples and content, prioritising this initiative despite the financial challenges as a small business.
See our Alca Lina Bride features on Polka Dot Wedding here.
Anna Campbell champions inclusivity with their impressive size range from 4XS to 4XL. Even better, they can create custom patterns to ensure customers find their perfect fit. All styles and collections are now available in their full-size range, and their in-store samples span from 2XS to 2XL across most styles.
The brand offers customisation options and has been focusing on showcasing its collections on models of various sizes, helping everyone envision themselves in an Anna Campbell gown.
See our real weddings featuring Anna Campbell pieces here.
Gown by Anna Campbell
Bo & Luca takes a dual approach to inclusive sizing. Their main line, Bo & Luca, offers sizes up to 20 AU, while their Temple by Bo & Luca line extends to size 26 AU, with custom options available beyond this range. In-store samples range from 10 AU/UK to 18 AU/UK.
While the Bo & Luca collection has some limitations due to its free-style nature, the Temple line offers unlimited sizing options. They charge no additional costs for sizes up to 20 AU, with a small customisations fee for larger sizes. Bo & Luca welcomes customers of all shapes and sizes, offering personalised service for each unique wearer.
See their pieces in real features here.
Corston Couture offers made-to-measure gowns, accommodating any size without additional charges. While they have some limitations on specific styles for sizes above 16 (particularly for designs without built-in support), most of their collection is size-inclusive. In-store samples range from size 8 to 16, and the brand has always prioritised size inclusivity as much as possible.
See real weddings featuring Corston Couture here.
Since its founding in 2021, Courte Collection has prioritised inclusivity as one of their core values alongside sustainable and ethical manufacturing. Their ready-to-wear sizes run from AU6 to AU16, with a bespoke service available for clients outside this range for a fee of $200.
In-store, you’ll find samples in sizes AU12 and 14. Most of the brand’s designs feature easy alterations and clean line aesthetics, making them adaptable for various body types.
Desert Moon Bridal takes an inclusive approach to curvy wedding gowns, offering a wide range of sizes and customisation options. Since their launch in 2021, all designs have been available up to size 26 AU, with newer designs offering custom sizing to virtually any size, regularly creating dresses for clients size 38 AU and above.
The brand’s showroom in Emerald, Queensland, features sample sizes ranging from 10 to 26, with plans to expand their sizing options. Importantly, Desert Moon Bridal doesn’t charge any sizing surcharges, making their inclusive approach accessible to everyone. Most designs can be customised to almost any size, with options to add straps, sleeves, adjust armholes, and customize sleeve circumference. As a curvy person herself, the founder is committed to continually improving and expanding the size range while keeping all designs under $1,000 AUD, ensuring that beautiful, affordable wedding gowns are available to customers of all sizes.
Photo by Desert Moon Bridal
At D’Italia, it’s all about creating the perfect fit for every body. Their team works their magic on both ready-to-wear and custom couture pieces, crafting beautiful gowns up to size 26 AU and beyond. Each design can be tweaked and customized to ensure every client feels amazing in their dream dress.
Pop into their Melbourne showroom and you’ll find samples in sizes 8-18 AU to try on. While some customisation work might incur extra charges (depending on the complexity), the D’Italia team’s wealth of experience means they know exactly how to adapt their ready-to-wear collections to enhance fit and confidence. This flexible, personalised approach has made them a go-to destination for those of all sizes looking for their perfect gown.
See D’Italia’s beautiful gowns in our real wedding features here.
The brand ethos of Ella Moda has always been about serving a diverse range of customers, so they offer ready-to-wear collections in sizes 4-20, with the option for custom gowns in any size through their couture service in Brisbane. Their in-store samples range from size 6-12. Ella Moda does not charge additional fees for extended sizes and allows customisation for all their styles.
See Ella Moda in real weddings here.
Euphorie Studios offers off-the-rack gowns from sizes AU2 to AU26, including split-sizing options for brides with different top and skirt sizes at no additional charge. Their in-store samples vary in size depending on the gown, starting with a standard size 8 for photoshoots and showroom samples, and expanding to include other sizes over time.
There are no limitations on sizing for any styles, with all designs available across their entire size range. Euphorie Studios has created gowns beyond their current range, up to size AU32. They also offer custom-made wedding dresses through their studio, crafted to fit customers’ bodies regardless of size number. This inclusive approach ensures that Euphorie Studios can accommodate a wide range of body types and preferences without imposing additional fees for extended sizes.
Georgia Young Couture takes a fully inclusive approach to wedding gown sizing, offering their designs in any size or measurement without limitations. Their in-store samples are mostly size 16, with new collections featuring sizes 16 and 8 for the first 12 months.
Importantly, there are no extra charges for size variations, and gowns can be created for individual measurements at no additional cost. After making big changes a few years ago to be more size-inclusive, Georgia Young can create gowns to individual measurements at no extra cost.
See the brand in action on Polka Dot Wedding here.
Photo by Lauren Schulz via ULTRAVIOLET by Georgia Young Couture
Guipurean Bridal offers custom sizing, having created gowns up to size AU22 and for busts up to HH. They don’t generally have limitations on sizing for specific styles, though they note some designs may not be as flattering for certain sizes.
Their in-store sample is currently available in size AU10 (92/72/99). There are no additional charges for extended sizes unless a design is changed.
All gowns can be customised in both design and size, with the majority of their clients requiring some form of customisation (e.g. long torso, narrow shoulders, large bust, petite). While they currently specialise in custom sizing and made-to-measure gowns, Guipurean Bridal plans to introduce a made-to-order collection in 2025, offering sizes AU4 to AU18, with half sizing, petite sizing, and options to customise.
Australian designer Harriette Gordon relies heavily on the feedback of their clients to determine how they approach inclusivity. The brand, which offers a beautiful range of made-to-order pieces in sizes 6-22 AU, is able to customise their gowns to your request (and beyond their standard range), making them a great option for clients of all sizes (they’ve even made gowns for pregnant bodies!).
In-store, samples range from size 8 to 16 AU, with most styles available in a size 12 or medium. Harriette Gordon does customisable fit, such as split sizing and length adjustments, within their pricing and may add additional fees depending on how much pattern work and customisation is involved.
See the brand on Polka Dot Wedding here.
Gown by Harriette Gordon
Australian-made, Australian wool-focused brand Horrocks Vale offers a standard retail range of sizes 8-18, available through their website. However, they also provide custom design options for customers seeking styles beyond their standard range.
While there may be additional charges for custom pieces, Horrocks Vale offers consultation services via Zoom calls to discuss specific size requirements. Their inclusive sizing approach has been a longstanding policy, emphasising their commitment to serving clients of all sizes.
Jack Sullivan Bridal offers an impressive size range from 4 to 30, with no limitations on specific styles or collections. While there’s an additional $300 AUD charge for special requested sizing above 30, the brand offers extensive customisation options.
Stockists can order any size, ensuring a wide range of options for clients to try on in-store.
Want to see Jack Sullivan in action? Click here.
Karen Willis Holmes offers sizes 4-24 for their Bespoke and some pieces of their Elope collection, while their LUXE collection ranges from sizes 4-16. In-store, they provide sample size 10 gowns, with some bestselling samples in size 16. They also carry stock of ready-to-wear LUXE gowns in sizes 4-16 for clients to try on.
The brand is committed to inclusivity, recently extending its size range from 20 to 24. They offer pattern alterations for most gowns made in Australia, including raising or lowering necklines and altering backs to ensure each customer is satisfied. Importantly, Karen Willis Holmes does not charge extra for extended sizes, believing no one should pay more based on their body size. While they have some limitations on specific bodice styles for larger cup sizes, they strive to be as inclusive as possible. The brand has also removed its separate Curve Collections, aiming for all customers to have access to nearly all their gowns, regardless of size.
See the beautiful Karen Willis Holmes gowns we’ve featured here.
KYHA Studios offers an inclusive range of wedding gowns, with sizes available from Australian size 2 to 24 (US size 0 to 20). There are no limitations on sizing for specific styles or collections, ensuring that all their designs are accessible to a wide range of body types. In-store, customers can try on samples ranging from Australian size 6 to 18, allowing most customers to experience how the gowns fit before purchasing.
Importantly, KYHA Studios does not charge additional fees for extended sizes, maintaining price equity across their entire size range. For those requiring sizes beyond their standard range, the studio offers minor customisation options for select styles up to Australian size 24. This approach allows for some flexibility in fitting and styling for any size.
See our features on Kyha Studios and Chosen by Kyha.
L’eto Bridal embraces a fully inclusive approach to wedding gown sizing, offering custom-made gowns to any size without limitations. While their in-store samples are limited to sizes 8-10 AUS, they provide customization as a permanent feature of their atelier. Importantly, there are no additional charges for extended sizes.
L’eto Bridal has maintained this inclusive policy since its inception, emphasizing their commitment to made-to-order and made-to-measure gowns for all clients.
See our L’eto Bridal features here.
Louise Alvarez has been creating made-to-measure gowns for 32 years, catering to customers of all sizes from the beginning. Their approach ensures that every gown is created to the client’s exact proportions.. Most of their collection sample gowns are cut in a generous 10-12, with larger-sized samples also available. The brand prides itself on making everyone feel welcome and comfortable, using fabric draping techniques to create the perfect design for each client’s shape.
Louise Alvarez’s team are experts at showing clients of all shapes and sizes what will suit them best, with every design customised to the individual. Importantly, they don’t charge extra for varying sizes, basing costs on the amount of fabric and work involved for each unique gown. Their inclusive approach extends to their in-store experience, where gowns can be easily pinned in or out to accommodate different body types.
See Louise’s work on Polka Dot Wedding here.
Lost In Paris continues to champion size inclusivity with ready-made gowns available up to size 22 Australian. Their sample gowns for try-ons also go up to a size 22. However, the brand primarily focuses on made-to-measure gowns, accommodating any size and shape with no additional charge for extended sizes.
Lost In Paris can customise any of their gowns, and they estimate that at least half of their customers are sized above size 16.
See Lost In Paris in real weddings here.
Made With Love (MWL) offers an extensive size range from 0 to 30, with all designs available up to size 30. Their boutiques carry sample sizes ranging from size 6 to 24, allowing brides of various sizes to try on gowns.
MWL applies no additional charges for extended sizing and offers split sizing options to accommodate unique body shapes. This inclusive approach has been a longstanding policy for the brand, demonstrating its commitment to serving a diverse range of customers.
Want to see their gowns in real weddings? Click here.
Gown by Made With Love
Maison Oui The Label offers standard sizing up to AU34, with no limitations on custom designs. Their in-store samples range from AU12 to AU20, with most being AU14. While there are additional charges for sizes AU24 and above, the brand offers customisation options to ensure every client can wear their dream gown.
Maison Oui The Label is strongly committed to embracing inclusivity, welcoming every body and background into their brands.
See their gowns in our features across the Polka Dot Wedding here.
One White Dress, a collection by White Lily Couture, offers an inclusive range of wedding gowns in sizes 8 to 24. Their debut collection features designs that accommodate all shapes and sizes without limitations, emphasizing clean and classic features. Uniquely, One White Dress gowns are created exclusively for off-the-rack purchase, with multiple size options available in-store for immediate trying and buying.
Gowns sized 18+ feature a lace-up back for additional flexibility, potentially accommodating sizes beyond 24. The brand charges no additional fees for extended sizes, maintaining a commitment to affordability with all gowns priced under $2500.
While they don’t currently offer customisation beyond their standard range, future collections plan to extend to more petite and curve options. One White Dress aims to change perceptions by showcasing their gowns on diverse body types, highlighting that all silhouettes can beautifully suit various figures.
Gown by One White Dress worn by Sarah Woodward and captured at Wynmere Estate by Milk & Honey Creative. Flowers are by Orphic Arcane Floristry with video by Holland Studio Weddings.
Prea James Bridal operates on a made-to-order model, with sizes ranging from AU6 to AU18 (US 2-14, FR 34-46). All gowns are individually cut and sewn to order, with half sizes available to minimise alterations.
Their sizing chart was updated in 2020 based on customer feedback, with fit notes provided for each style. They offer split sizing for most gowns (for an additional fee), allowing clients to order different sizes for bust, waist, and hips, with up to 1.5 sizes difference. For their Studio Collection, two services are available: a top-tier made-to-measure experience (starting at $8,500, requiring 12 months) and a made-to-order option with complimentary split sizing.
Prea James emphasises the difference between made-to-order and made-to-measure, recommending customers budget for alterations to achieve the perfect fit. They encourage visiting retailers to try on samples and receive sizing assistance from stylists.
See our Prea James features here.
Riva Bridal takes a flexible approach to wedding gown sizing, catering to a wide range of sizes. While their website displays sizes from XXS/6 to XXL/16, they can create gowns at any size upon request. This flexibility extends across all styles and collections, with no limitations based on size. In-store samples range from XXS/8 to L/14, chosen to represent the majority of their clientele while ensuring comfort for both ends of the spectrum.
Importantly, Riva Bridal maintains a policy of equal pricing regardless of size, with no additional charges for extended sizes. They offer the same customisation options to all clients, accommodating unique requests when they can maintain their high standards. Riva Bridal’s approach to inclusive sizing is customer-driven, without formal policies or limits, allowing them to adapt to the needs of each individual wearer.
See their beautiful pieces on Polka Dot Wedding here.
When Freddie Met Lilly creates made-to-order, customised gowns for customers of all shapes and sizes. Their in-studio samples range from size 6 to 26, but they can accommodate sizes beyond 26.
The brand is flexible with design elements, adapting styles to suit individual needs without additional charges. Freddie Met Lily continues to focus on inclusivity, reflected in their diverse sample sizes and “real bride” photoshoots featuring models of various shapes and sizes.
See the brand on real clients in our stories here.
Gown by When Freddie Met Lily Model Rebecca McGuirty Photo by We Are Twine
Zolotas Australia offers wedding gowns in sizes 6-20, with no limitations on sizing for any of their styles or collections. Their in-store samples range from size 6 to 18, allowing customers of various sizes to try on gowns. Importantly, Zolotas Australia does not charge any additional fees for extended sizes, maintaining the same price whether it’s a size 6 or 20. They offer extensive customisation options, including added bust support and detachable sleeves, demonstrating their commitment to accommodating customers of all sizes and preferences.
See our features which include Zolotas Australia here.
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