Real Brides

“Absolutely in love with my wedding dress, was made to fit me and was like a glove. Such a great experience would highly recommend!”

“Gown and Altar were so amazing to work with, they made the whole process very easy and didn’t add any stress to the wedding planning process! I absolutely loved the Windsor Gown, it was so comfortable and I got lots of compliments on it!

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“After trying on quite a few dresses and spending hours scrolling Pinterest for inspo, I came across the Gown + Altar’s Riviera Gown and instantly fell in love. I was even more excited when I realised it was a New Zealand brand. Being based in Wellington, I used Gown + Altar’s try-on-at-home service, which was absolutely amazing — the next thing I knew, the dress arrived at my house and I was able to try it on in the comfort of my own home.

From there, the process continued to be incredibly smooth. I met with Isabel via video call to have my measurements taken, then travelled to Tauranga for my final fitting in September. Only a few weeks later, my dress was ready — beautifully made and finished to perfection.

On the day, I felt so beautiful and received endless compliments on the dress. I completed the look with the Flora veil, which was the perfect addition and tied everything together so beautifully.

The entire experience was genuinely so special. I am so grateful to Gown + Altar for creating my dream dress and making the whole journey such a joy. 💕”

“It was the best day and I loved my dress and veil! x”

This cape might have been my favorite thing about my wedding ensemble. It’s fantastic quality and just breathtaking! Even in high winds of the Colorado mountains! I worked closely with Isabel to customize some measurements and she was very kind, professional, accommodating and punctual. I’m already trying to figure out how I can wear it again because I’m so obsessed! Cannot recommend enough to all brides looking for a cape to elevate their look.

“I absolutely loved my cape and cannot wait to wear this on my wedding day”

‘I didn’t want to wear a veil, so I chose the silk bridal cape for the ceremony. It completed my look, and I loved being able to remove it later for a second look.’

“I had the absolute privilege of wearing the Rosella veil this weekend at my wedding and it was a dream! I loved that veil the moment I saw it and it did not disappoint. I kid you not, I did not take it off till right before our first dance. The craftsmanship of the piece is exceptional!”

“I purchased the Grace gown (NZ size 10) from Gown and Altar, and it was everything I could have dreamed of! The gown was hemmed slightly at the train for better movement, and it struck the perfect balance for my wedding in Sicily – it was easy to wear, elegant, and beautiful. It’s the kind of dress that feels effortless yet elegant, ideal for an abroad wedding or a simple, chic wedding anywhere in the world!

The craftswomanship, fit, and service were amazing. If you want a gown that makes you feel confident, comfortable, and stunning on your wedding day, I couldn’t recommend Gown and Altar more highly!”

-Karhlia

“From start to finish, working with Gown + Alter was a dream. Lucy, Jane and Isabel went above and beyond to make sure my dress was absolutely perfect — working miracles on a very tight timeline. Every interaction was warm, reassuring, and professional. The attention to detail was outstanding, from a flawless fit to the beautifully precise alterations. The communication throughout was fantastic, with regular updates that kept us completely at ease during what can be a stressful time. Will always be grateful for the skill, care, and genuine kindness from the Gown + Alter team. Truly 11/10 experience.”

-Kendyl

The veil looks so amazing in this photo! They captured it perfectly ❤️

“It was the best day ever! Thank you so much for being part of it — I couldn’t have loved my scarf more.”