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ELOPE

For the girl who’s independence separates her from the rest, who’s always marched to the beat of her own drum and who wants to own that special bridal feeling on her wedding day without feeling she’s lost her essence.

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$1990 AUD
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Suri & Betsy

$4990 AUD
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Alana

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Annika & Sophia is for the romantic bride. Annika bodice features hand sewn lace floral detailing over a sheer corset paired with the soft and flowy Sophia skirt that features a georgette drape.

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ELOPE


For the girl who’s independence separates her from the rest, who’s always marched to the beat of her own drum and who wants to own that special bridal feeling on her wedding day without feeling she’s lost her essence.

If a wedding is about celebrating the unique love between you and your fiancé, then what you wear on your day should celebrate your unique personality. At KAREN WILLIS HOLMES we’ve always believed that confidence is what radiates beauty on your wedding day and that your bridal look is a central part of that.

We wanted to give brides who are looking for something distinctively different to feel that confidence as well and the chance to redefine what a wedding dress means to them. This line of wedding dresses and separate pieces was meant to push boundaries, to break stereotypes and to rethink what a bridal look is.

There’s no such thing as what ‘should be’ worn on your wedding day, the only thing that matters to us is that your individuality shines though and that you feel like the most beautiful, truest version of yourself. The beauty of these elopement wedding dresses, is they all still say ‘bride’ without saying traditional, so you still have your once in a lifetime wedding moment without having to compromise your style.

Featuring a collection of bridal looks unlike any other; unique gowns, short mini wedding dresses, and wedding pantsuits.

Silky crepe and satin finishes run through this line, but what gives these elopement wedding dresses a second-to-none-flair is all in the little touches. Feathered detailing, plunging keyholes, deep necklines and side cutaways give just the right amount of edge and sexiness to these daring pieces.

Each piece would look incredible on a remote island abroad and just as stunning in an elaborate loft a bit closer to home.

That’s the beauty of this collection; it isn’t about the location, and it’s definitely not only for brides who are eloping— it’s about your personality and letting it shine whether that’s at an intimate wedding at City Hall, a far away elopement, or something more traditional, which works just as perfectly.

These pieces are breathtaking as a bridal look, fun and unexpected as a second look, and they make for incredible pieces for your honeymoon or rehearsal dinner. No matter if you’re wearing your gown during your wedding weekend or down the aisle, they are like nothing you’ve ever seen before and are sure to turn heads.

All of our pieces are proudly handmade to order. We can’t wait to see you in one of our boutiques so our stylists can help you pick out your perfect wedding day look from this collection.

FAQ’s

About the Brand

Australian wedding dress designer KAREN WILLIS HOLMES has been at the forefront of bridal fashion since being established in 2000, providing beautifully designed and handcrafted wedding gowns for the elegant, modern and timeless bride. Our team is based in Australia and every one of our staff is dedicated to our company’s mission and the brides we have the pleasure of working with. Our goal is to always create a one-of-a-kind, personal and genuine experience for brides when finding their perfect wedding dress.

Read more about KWH here.

How do I Try on a KWH Dress?

We have three boutiques across Australia in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. The details of each boutique are located below:

Sydney BOOK HERE
Sydney Flagship Emporium
9 Doody St Alexandria, NSW
Ph (02) 8338 1078
sydney@karenwillisholmes.com
Hours:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday: 10 am to 5:30 pm (with 7 pm late-night by appointment)
Saturday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Sunday: 11am to 4pm (by appointment only)

Melbourne BOOK HERE
1010 High Street, Armadale, VIC
Ph (03) 9509 0454
melbourne@karenwillisholmes.com

Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday: 10 am to 5:30 pm (with 7 pm late-night by appointment)
Saturday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Sunday: 11am to 4pm (by appointment only)

Brisbane BOOK HERE
32 Latrobe Tce, Paddington, QLD
Ph (07) 3368 2216
brisbane@karenwillisholmes.com

Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday: 10 am to 5:30 pm (with 7 pm late-night by appointment)
Saturday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Sunday: Closed

We are also stocked in many boutiques Australia wide and across globe.  For a detailed list of stockists, visit Stockist Locations.

What’s the Price Range?

The cost of a KAREN WILLIS HOLMES wedding dress ranges from AUD $3,990 to AUD $13,000. This is not inclusive of alteration costs.

What Size Samples do you Have & What is the Size Range of your Collections?

All our KWH Boutiques will stock size AUS/UK 10 | US 6 samples in store for you to try on. We also carry our popular designs in size AUS/UK 16 | US 12 samples.

Majority of our gowns are available in sizes AUS/UK 4 | US 0 – AUS/UK 24 | US 20.

Some pieces are only available to size AUS/UK 16 | US 12, however these are limited.

I Don't Live Near a KWH Boutique or Stockist, How can I Purchase a KWH Gown or Obtain Expert Advice?

If you don’t live near a KWH boutique, contact our customer service team directly and we will have a solution for you to secure your dream gown. Our team can also offer you styling advice via phone or email. Feel free to contact them on +61 2 9519 3901 or info@karenwillisholmes.com.

What if I Have a Short Timeline?

We do carry stock of some gowns in-house, or we can sometimes make a gown in much shorter time frames, if we have all the fabric and time in our production calendar to fit your order in. While we can work with shorter time frames, we always recommend a longer timeline, as having a shorter one will limit what is available to you.

If you have a short time frame, please contact us on info@karenwillisholmes.com or + 61 2 9519 3901 to discuss your options.

Will I Need Alterations?

Alterations are expected and essential for the finishing touches to any gown and will make the gown truly yours. When purchasing a gown, we take your body measurements to help determine the closest standard size to your body based on our size chart. However, alterations are needed to fine-tune for fit and to your personal preference. Whether that means taking in a gown to make it smaller for your hips, bust, or waist (or maybe everywhere), adding cups, shortening straps, hemming the length, and adding in the bustle for your train, alterations are a standard part of the whole process.

How do I Style an ELOPE Wedding Dress?

Depending on which piece you’re going with we recommend either our veils or detachable bridal trains. If you’re going for a suit combo, a veil can really amp up that bridal feeling.

What is an Elopement Wedding Dress?

These pieces were designed for modern brides (and not just those who are actually eloping!) Brides who wear our gowns want to be authentically themselves and wear what feels true to them. 

Where can I try on KWH Dresses in Person?

Have you fallen in love with one of our handmade wedding dresses? We have boutiques across Australia in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane where you can work with our dedicated bridal stylists and try on your KWH favourites. You can also visit one of our many stockists across the globe if our boutiques are not in your area. 

What is the Lead Time for a dress?

Gowns are made to order to a standard size- whatever size you measure closest to at the time of your appointment. We recommend a booking lead time of 6-8 months, however, because we make these gowns in our own workroom we can sometimes work with shorter time frames.

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