FAQs

  • The bridal room is open by appointment only. Late night and Sunday appointments may be requested.

    Sunday - Wednesday: CLOSED

    Thursday & Friday: 9:30am – 5:30pm

    Saturday: 9:00am - 3pm

  • As Bayside Bridal is a home-based business, we are unable to cater to walk in appointments at this time. To ensure you don’t miss out we encourage you to contact us in advance to secure an appointment time that suits your schedule and that aligns with our trading hours listed above.

  • Absolutely! For the best experience, we kindly ask that you limit your entourage to a maximum of two people. Our cozy showroom is designed to provide an intimate setting, ensuring your comfort and enjoyment during your visit. Keeping the group small limits the number of opinions present to help to create a relaxed atmosphere, allowing you to focus on finding the perfect dress.

  • The cost of our wedding dresses varies based on several factors, including the designer or brand, whether it's made to order, if it is one of our “off the rack” gowns, among others. If you're ordering a gown, you can typically expect to spend between $1500 and $4500.
    Our "Off The Rack" gowns are unique sample pieces and are available for immediate purchase and takeaway. While these gowns may exhibit very minor signs of wear from styling appointments, they're offered at discounted prices and sold in "as-is" condition.

  • Bayside Bridal is proud to be Brisbane’s exclusive stockist for Ríva Bridal. Ríva, meaning from the sea, embodies a sense of calm and relaxation with a touch of luxury. Keenly fashion-focused, the label reflects the effortless sophistication of Melbourne’s style and the cool and edgy attitude of eclectic London. 

    Bayside Bridal also stock exquisite gowns from an array of designers and brands both Australian and internationally based. Book your appointment today to view these in person!

  • For the best experience, please wear seamless, nude underwear and a strapless bra if you’re trying on strapless gowns. If you have your wedding shoes, bring them along too! And just a little favour—please avoid heavy makeup, lotions, or fake tan to keep our gowns looking their best. Thank you!

  • Congratulations! Let's celebrate with bubbly, a Polaroid photo op, and fun music.

    If you chose one of our beautiful off-the-rack sample dresses, you can take it home today!

    If you selected a made-to-order dress, a 50% deposit secures your gown, allowing us to start production. The remaining balance is due within 3-4 months, depending on the designer. Payment plans can be discussed at this time as well.

    We'll take your measurements and discuss any customisations, which will be detailed in writing and confirmed on your invoice before production begins.

  • Every gown designer we work with provides their own sizing chart. When ordering a dress for you, we take your measurements and choose the nearest size according to these charts.
    Dresses ordered through our designers are available in standard sizes, not made to measure. If you unless this been discussed with your bridal stylist and Alterations are needed to adjust the gown to your specific measurements for an ideal fit. All our wedding gowns are provided at a standard length, and hemming is performed after the gown arrives and you have selected your shoes.

  • We do not accept returns or issue refunds, except in rare cases where the gown is deemed faulty and cannot be repaired. In such instances, a refund will be issued once the gown is returned in its original, unaltered, and unworn condition. We don't use pushy sales tactics; we want you to feel confident in your choice. Our gowns speak for themselves, and we believe you'll know when it's the one.

  • When trying on a sample, we typically choose one larger than your actual size so we can clip it to show how it will fit your body correctly.

    Our made-to-measure gowns include a variety of sample sizes. Our sample sizes range from 4 up to 22. At Bayside Bridal, we stand by our mantra "for all bodies and budgets" and continually strive to expand our stock to cater to all brides-to-be. We also believe in consistent pricing across all sizes, so there are no extra charges for larger sizes.

  • Alterations are not a service provided directly by Bayside Bridal.

    However, we can recommend to you some local seamstresses for these services. Please note that any additional charges will be arranged directly between you and the seamstress and are not affiliated with Bayside Bridal.

  • We are thrilled to help you achieve the dream gown you've been looking for by working closely with you and our designers. Whether you want to add or add a split, remove sleeves and straps or add them, change the color of your lining or even shorten the length of a train, we're here to assist with your customisations.