The dress can now be tried on on the North Shore, Auckland. I am happy to discuss the price. :)

This dress is beautiful and very comfortable. It was originally NZ$1300 including customs/import tax . It was made to order and is about a size 10 but I think you could maybe be an 8-14 (with a little tailoring) as it's stretchy. I wore it with a low-backed corset bra. It doesn't have the rose on the bodice front, like the dresses on the website, as I took it off, and the ribbon belt was bought separately.

After drycleaning, there has been VERY slight shrinkage of the silk chiffon outer layer in parts around the hem (approximately 1 cm - and not all the way around) but I have ironed it out to lengthen it again, as the girls at Grace Loves Lace suggested to and it is almost back to normal. There is plenty of room to take the lining up a bit - the outer layer measures 40 inches from waist to the bottom of the skirt. I am 163cm and it was on the ground when I wore it barefoot on the beach; however. I have taken this shrinkage into account with the pricing.

The dress is in fantastic condition and will come with its original dress covering.

From the website: 'A classic Grace Loves Lace dress, our Emme-waisted is from our original collection and still a best-seller. Featuring a beautiful sophisticated stretch lace bodice with delicate French eyelash lace capped sleeves and a low scooped back edged with rosettes. Fitted to the waist to promote a feminine silhouette that can be accentuated with our Ricci or Rock n Roll belt. Alternatively add our Indi or Dotti skirts. The classic silk chiffon skirt falls naturally from the waist with the option of a romantic train. Emme-waisted is the perfect dress for the bride wanting an easy-to-wear and comfortable dress that is flattering on all body shapes and sizes. A timeless design combining romance and femininity with classic beauty, you can’t go wrong with Emme-waisted.