Essense of Australia
The Essense of Australia collection offers traditional designs reinterpreted with modern detailing and unique elements in every one of its gowns. Romantic vintage laces, soft cap sleeves and delicate illusion necklines paired with subtle embellishment, fashion-forward textured skirts and figure-flattering silhouettes can all be found within the Essense of Australia collection. From modern fairytale designer ball gown to fun and flirty trumpet silhouettes, this collection offers a variety of bridal gowns to complement each bride’s attitude, style and spirit. Fitted bodices and alluring fit-and-flare skirts give the body a flawless form – perfect for the bride who wants to look sexy – yet elegant – on her wedding day.
Essense of Australia Collection from £1200 to £2500.
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Who are Essense of Australia?
Essense of Australia is a much-loved international bridal house, founded in Perth in 1992 by husband-and-wife duo Wayne and Martine Harris, who still lead the company today. The label draws its inspiration from the romantic spirit and natural beauty of Western Australia, and sits alongside sister brands including Martina Liana, Stella York, and All Who Wander within the wider Essense Designs family.
Where can I try on an Essense of Australia gown?
Essense of Australia is stocked at our Camden Passage store in Islington, North London, where our samples are usually a UK 10 to 12. If your favourite gown falls outside that range, our stylists are experienced at clipping and pinning the sample so you can picture how the finished dress will sit on your figure.
How much do Essense of Australia wedding dresses cost?
Prices for made-to-order Essense of Australia gowns at Angelica Bridal begin at £1,200 and go up to £2,500, giving you plenty of choice across silhouettes and levels of detail. If a specific gown has grabbed your attention, pop us a message with the dress number and we will get straight back to you with its exact price and any other details.
How long do Essense of Australia gowns take to arrive?
You can expect your Essense of Australia gown to land with us around 5 to 6 months after your order goes in. To keep things stress-free, we recommend beginning your dress hunt 9 to 12 months before your wedding date, which builds in time for the gown to travel to us and for any alterations to happen. If your wedding date is closer, do reach out and we can chat through faster options, including sample gowns you can take home the same day.
What style of bride does Essense of Australia suit?
Essense of Australia is a beautiful choice if you are drawn to classic, romantic gowns with contemporary flourishes woven throughout. Signature touches include vintage-inspired laces, soft cap sleeves, illusion necklines, and thoughtfully textured skirts, all cut in silhouettes that flatter and move well. Whether you picture yourself in a fairytale ballgown, a fluid fit-and-flare, or a clean crepe sheath, the collection offers something for pretty much every bridal mood.
Can Essense of Australia gowns be customised?
There is a good degree of flexibility built into Essense of Australia gowns. Depending on the style, you may be able to add or remove sleeves, tweak a neckline, adjust the back, or select from different colour options such as ivory, champagne, or blush. Your stylist will walk you through exactly which changes are available for the gown you fall for, so you can make it feel truly yours.
How do I book an appointment to try on Essense of Australia?
Booking is easy: hop over to our Book an Appointment page to secure a slot, ping us an email at info@angelicabridal.co.uk, or ring us on 020 7226 7823 for a chat. Weekday appointments between 10am and 5pm are free of charge, while evening and weekend slots carry a £40 fee.