The Dress

Mariana Hardwick is Australia's leading house of bridal couture and luxury fashion.

For over 30 years, the core principles of Mariana Hardwick remain; a strong passion for uncompromised couture craftsmanship, garments to be 100% Australian made in the European inspired Melbourne atelier, and to support the dying art of fine sewing techniques in Australia.

Honouring these principles, the label encourages a greater focus on cutting-edge design, and endeavours to bring the brand into a new high fashion context, while maintaining the reputation of the classic couture bridal house of which it is renowned.

The 'Heidi' gown is a stunning sheath overlay, with covered buttons used to fasten the gown at the back. It is a classic a-line, but drapes to a trumpet-style due to the silky soft fabric and the weight of the luxe lace floral appliqué at the base.

It truly is the most beautifully crafted sheath gown.

I had a structured silk slip handmade to my measurements in both full-length and mini-length to transition from ceremony to reception - I am choosing to keep these for sentimental reasons. I am happy to pass on my dressmaker's details if you choose to purchase!

The stunning overlay is a true size 8, however as it is sheer the tags were removed in order to showcase the dress.

My measurements are: 86-64-89, and I am 175cm tall. This dress is completely unaltered and there is considerable scope to shorten it at the waist-line in order to retain the lace floral appliqué at the base.

Due to the stretch fabric and wide flowing skirt, it will also fit a small 10.

Happy to answer any questions!