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FAQs

Wedding Dresses

Do I need an appointment to try on wedding dresses at Confetti Bridal?

For Wedding dresses - Yes! You can book your Bridal Appointment here.

For formal and bridesmaid gowns, you do not require an appointment. 

Wedding dress shopping requires our one on one expertise. We tailor each appointment to the bride’s requirements and your stylist will work with you one on one attention to ensure we answer all your questions. When you visit, you will also have plenty of time to try on all the gowns you like the look of, then come back to your favourites.

Our Bridal appointments are 60 minutes with one of our friendly Bridal stylists in our private Bridal suite.

Our online booking system is at your service 24/7. With just a few clicks you can choose the day and time that suits you best.

Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the important details. And don’t worry, we’ve got your back with a friendly reminder closer to your special day, so it stays at the forefront of your mind. 

What can I expect in my Bridal appointment?

Your Bridal appointment will be with one of our super friendly, fun, down to earth and knowledgeable Bridal stylists who will give you their undivided attention in our private Bridal suite. Our appointments are 60 minutes long which gives you enough time to try as many dresses as you like as well as having time to try your favourites on again!

Your stylist will learn all about the specific details of your wedding, then she will take you into the Bridal room to browse our selection of over 200 gowns, all handpicked with love to suit the modern yet timeless Confetti bride!

We will start with 5-7 wedding dresses and offer our expertise and recommendations if we feel you have missed something that might be perfect. If you fall in love with your gown then we will take your measurements and decide on the best size together with the designer size chart. Then of course, it's time to celebrate!

What should I bring to my Bridal appointment?

Bring pictures of dresses you’ve seen on our website, on Pinterest and social media. Most importantly, bring an open mind: don’t be surprised if you find “THE DRESS” on your first visit!

Who should I bring to my Bridal appointment?

Bring up to 4 of your closest friends or family members whose opinion you value. Someone who knows you well and with who you want to share the experience.

Less is more for your Wedding dress shopping experience. You have probably heard this again and again but it’s true.

A smaller party of 2-4 trusted loved ones who will help you find a gown that is so you! Keeping it intimate will help you focus on that style and feeling. Too many opinions may end up overwhelming the bride and can be confusing. If your nearest and dearest comes to more than 5 people, please give us a heads up so we can do our best to comfortably accommodate everyone!

Which size samples do you have available for me to try on?

The samples we have in store to try on range from size 6-32, however most of these gowns are available to order in sizes 2-40. If your sizing is outside that range, not to worry, we have creative ways of making sure you can experience the look of your desired dress! Our gowns are made to order so depending on the designer we can order from a size 0-40+!

What if I don't know what kind of style I want?

That's totally okay - it's what we are here for! Not all customers have a clear picture of their dream dress and that’s fine! We can make recommendations based on your style, your preferences and the theme of your event.

Let’s have some fun and try a few different silhouettes to get an idea of what you want. (Our favourite part is when a cuatomer loves a dress we picked for her that is the total opposite to what she said she wanted!)

How many dresses can I try on?

Your appointment will last between 60 to 90 minutes. During this time, you will be able to find the types of dresses that you like. Some brides only need to try a few dresses to make a decision, while others try as many as they can!

We love to see our clients in a range of different gowns and can promise that we will always give our honest opinions on what works best.

Can I complete my entire look in one appointment?

Absolutely! Not only do many of our brides find their dress on their first visit to our boutique, but they also find all their accessories (veils, headpieces, jewellery etc) on their first visit. Let’s get it all ticked off your To-Do list! As many Some accessories have a lead-time of 3-4 months also, so we recommend allowing plenty of time to give yourself the most options.

Which designers can I find only at Confetti Bridal?

We are the exclusive Tasmanian stockist of Made with Love Bridal. Our Pearl Collection, Opal Collection and Confetti Luxe Collection are also exclusive to Confetti Bridal!

Ordering

When should I order my Wedding Dress?

For wedding dresses, ideally you will order your dress at least 8-10 months before your wedding to ensure we can secure your gown comfortably. This will give you time to choose your dream dress and for our amazing alterations team to perfect the fit, length and any customisations you want for your big day. 

We do also have many brides who purchase their gowns at a much shorter time frame. We have great relationships with our Designers and have plenty of options that we are able to order in within just a few weeks, or even overnight! You will also have the options to purchase a gown “off the rack” or from brand new excess stock. Your bridal stylist has all the relevant information at her fingertips and will be able to tell you exactly when your dream gown is arriving.

When should I expect to receive my gown?

Your gown typically arrives 6-8 months after purchase. The dress is delivered to us directly from the designer and we perform a thorough quality control check on each gown. Once we are satisfied the gown is perfect, we’ll call you to let you know the exciting news and to schedule a collection or your first alterations fitting!

Which payment options do you offer?

We offer different layby payment options in our boutique.

If you're ordering a gown, we require a 50% deposit to place the order. When your dress arrives at Confetti, we’ll contact you to let you know and to schedule your appointment to come in and try your dress on and either start alterations. At that point, we require payment of the remaining 50% balance.

Our friendly and compassionate stylists understand how expensive the wedding planning process can be, so be sure to ask your stylist if you require a more flexible payment plan. 

If you are buying a sample gown off the rack, we require 100% payment and you can take the dress home with you that day!

What are the price ranges for your gowns?

A bridal gown is a carefully crafted garment and thus comes with a higher price tag than your everyday dress!

However, at Confetti we understand that everyone has a budget. This is why we scour the globe for affordable wedding dresses, with our prices ranging from $1000-$4000 with the average price being around the $2000-$3500 mark.  

We also stock many simple dresses in ivory and these start from $300.

Alterations

Do you offer in-house Alterations for my dress?

We sure do! We have an incredible Award-Winning team of 4 In-House Full-Time Dressmakers that are dedicated to ensuring our Brides and Customers dresses fit like a glove! One of our knowledgable stylists will be in every Alterations appointment with yourself and the Dressmaker to ensure that your vision comes to life! Let's make your dress uniquely you!

What are the most common Wedding Dress Alterations?

Wedding dresses usually always require a hem (shortening the length of the dress) to allow you to walk comfortably without having to lift the skirt. 

As every body is unique, it is very common to take in either the bodice or skirt (or both) to fit you perfectly. 

Wedding dresses with straps often require the straps to be adjusted to fit comfortably.

Finally, majority of our brides choose to add a bustle to their dress which allows the train to be lifted off the ground to make walking around (or dancing!) easier and more practical.

Many of our brides also choose to have custom alterations added to their dresses such as adding custom sleeves, changing necklines,  lowering backs, adding buttons, adding layers of glitter to the skirt etc. 

Our Alterations team loves making our brides dresses uniquely THEM!

When do I schedule my first Alterations appointment?

We’ll contact you when your dress arrives and will schedule either a collection appointment (if your wedding is 6+ months away) or will schedule your first alterations appointment with our In-House Seamstresses. and your first alterations fitting!

What should I bring to my first Alterations appointment?

Bring the exact shoes and any undergarments that you will be wearing on your wedding day so that our seamstresses can expertly fit your dress through the bodice and hemline.

How many fittings will I need?

How many fittings you'll need will depend on the number of changes your wedding dress requires, though brides should expect to attend two to three fittings to ensure the perfect fit and look!

If a third fitting is required, your seamstress will fine-tune any last minute modifications needed to ensure your dress is perfect.

It is important to remember that your wedding dress will be ordered according to the largest measurement (between hips, bust, and waist); therefore, it is very common that it will not fit perfectly at your first fitting appointment,

After the final fitting, we will press and pack your gown for you, ready for your big day!  Your dress will be in a breathable dress bag to keep her safe!

Other

Can you ship my gown for me?

Yes! We can ship a dress within Australia and participating countries. Contact us and we'll be happy to organise it for you. Shipping fees apply.

What is a trunk show?

A trunk show is a special in-store event, usually only lasting 1-2 weeks. These events allow you to view and buy from a designer’s latest collection months before they hit the stores. If you find the dress of your dreams at a trunk show, be prepared to make a decision that day, as the gown will not be in the store once the trunk show is over.

HELP! I’m getting married less than 4 months – is it too late to get a gown from you?

No, it’s not too late, but every second counts! Your options include buying one of our samples off the rack or working with a consultant to determine which designers can meet your time frame for a “special order” gown, which could include an additional rush charge.

What is a special-order gown?

Most of the gowns we sell are special-order based on your measurements. That means that the dresses you will be trying on are samples and once you have chosen your dress, we'll take your measurements and then order your dress based on your chosen designer's size chart.

What is a rush order?

If your wedding date is sooner than the time we typically need to have a special-order gown made, we’ll need to consult with the designer and place a “rush” order, for an additional fee. During your appointment your stylist will let you know when your dress is expected to arrive.  

Where are you located?

85 Collins street, Hobart 7000 Tasmania (Find us two doors down from JB Hifi in the heart of Hobart city!)

Let’s make this journey of finding your dream dress an enjoyable and stress-free experience!

I have a question! How can I contact Confetti?

We want to help! Call us on 03)62789615 or email us at enquiries@confettiweddingstas.com.au.

Please note we are closed Sunday and Monday so if you email us on Friday or Saturday you might not receive a reply until Tuesday.

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