Whether you're based in Ireland, America or New Zealand, the world is smaller these days, and wedding dresses from designers on the other side of the planet have never been more accessible. Lucky us! We've already waxed lyrical about why we're loving Australian bridal designers, and their easy, modern creations, but today, we're shining the spotlight a little further south. New Zealand bridal designers might not be as plentiful, but they are certainly as sought after, creating stylish, modern, innovative gowns. So from big names to new brands, these are the coolest New Zealand wedding dress designers to watch right now!
Rue De Seine
One of the most coveted bridal designers for modern bohemian wedding dresses, Rue De Seine founder and designer Michele Corty was inspired by the effortless style of locals, when she was living in Saint-Germain-des-Près in Paris. The Auckland atelier produce all their pieces in house, with dramatic lace, flared sleeves, daring cutouts, fringed embellishments, and off-the-shoulder styles, all signatures of the brand's fun, free-spirited style.
Rue De Seine are stocked in selected boutiques internationally, visit ruedeseine.com
Hera Couture
Over the last year or so, we've fallen hard for New Zealand bridal designer Katie Yeung and her brand, Hera Couture. With seasonal collections, capsules, curve collections, and bespoke designs, there is extensive selection of wedding dresses to choose from, each one cool, modern, and super glamorous.
Hera Couture wedding dresses are stocked in Ireland at Beau Bride available in selected boutiques around the UK Europe and internationally, visit heracouture.co.nz.
Sally Eagle
One of the best-known New Zealand bridal designers, Sally Eagle wedding dresses are all about modern romance. Effortless, breezy styles, delicate textures and embellishment, and chic, timeless silhouettes, her selection of gowns and separates will have something for brides looking for both cool and classic styles.
Sally Eagle wedding dresses are available from her boutiques in Auckland and Wellington, as well as online at sallyeagle.co.nz.
Trish Peng
Perhaps the most internationally-renowned New Zealand bridal designer, Trish Peng is perhaps best known for her custom creations, though her collections are filled with show-stoppers too. Think elegant lines, luxurious textures, and a sense of romance. Comfort and versatility feature across her pieces, with a beautiful blend of playful and sophisticated styles.
Trish Peng has selected stockists throughout the US and New Zealand as well as online at trishpeng.com
Daisy by Katie Yeung
A sister-brand to Hera Couture, Daisy by Katie Yeung are known for cool, fun, fashion-forward wedding dresses, with an inclusive selection of styles and sizes. With both wedding dresses and bridal separates, each piece is trend-led and modern, featuring bold silhouettes, contemporary lacework, and innovative embellishments.
Daisy wedding dresses are available in selected international boutiques, and through regular trunk shows - visit visit daisybrides.co.nz.
Lainee Hermsen
Nelson-based bridal designer, Lainee Hermsen, designs with brides in mind, celebrating all kinds of figures with gowns that are subtle, sophisticated and glamorous. While her designs are so far only available in a couple of New Zealand boutiques, we have a feeling these gorgeous gowns will be donned by international brides very soon. Watch this space!
For more information, visit laineehermsen.co.nz.
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