Karen Willis Holmes, Shelly & Samantha

Karen Wills Holmes "Shelly & Samantha" Wedding Dress (2020)

Selling my gorgeous Karen Wills Holmes Shelly & Samantha collection wedding dress, purchased in 2020. This dress is the perfect balance of classic and contemporary, offering a timeless yet modern look for the bride who wants to feel elegant and unique.

The dress features Karen Wills Holmes’ signature lattice side panels, beautifully framing a fitted, tailored bodice. The dramatic fit-and-flare skirt creates a striking silhouette, adding the perfect amount of drama and romance.

I had a very intimate COVID wedding, so I wore this dress for just a few hours during my ceremony. The dress was originally intended for a summer wedding overseas but was worn in Sydney during winter in July. Luckily, we had a sunny day, and I was perfectly comfortable. Once it got a bit chilly, I added a Review wrap for extra warmth—this wrap is available to purchase for an additional $50. The wrap has not been worn since and is a perfect colour match to the dress.

There are no stains on the dress, and it has been professionally dry-cleaned, so it's in excellent condition. The dress comes in its original protective cover and includes discreet breast pads for extra comfort and support. It’s a size 6-8 (I lost a little weight before the wedding, so it would comfortably suit someone in that range).

Please note: the veil is not included.

This dress made me feel absolutely incredible on my wedding day, and I’m hoping it will bring the same joy to its next owner. If you’re after a dress that mixes timeless style with a modern twist, this is the one!