We understand that no bride will fit seamlessly into one shape or size, but standard guidelines can be useful in understanding your proportions and body shape while helping you to confidently select silhouettes that play up your most flattering features.
Our bridal gowns are made to a standard dress size and height (155cm shoulder to floor). Once you have purchased your gorgeous gown, you have the flexibility to have it adjusted and customised by your preferred seamstress. Our detailed sizing charts will assist you in selecting the closest standard size relative to your body measurements.
If you find that you are between sizes, we always recommend ordering up a size. You can then have your gown altered for a tailored fit as you get closer to your wedding date. Every M&A Bride dress style can be made-to-order in standard AU Size 6 – 22.
Our M&A Bride styling team would be delighted to offer virtual assistance via videocall throughout the process of taking your measurements and selecting “The One”. We can also help to match your measurements to our generic size chart. Please remember that most of our brides get alterations for that perfect fit and this may be something to note when budgeting for your dream dress.
Please note that all adjustments and tailoring is at your own expense post-production of your gown and is not the responsibility of M&A Bride.
Our exclusive range of made-to-order bridal gowns are designed to standard dress sizes. Your measurements will determine the standard sizing best suited to you.
Once your order has been processed, your gown will take approximately 16 weeks to be completed by our talented production team. If you require your gown sooner than the specified timeframe please contact us directly, as we may make a special request to prioritise production of your gown for an additional cost.
To ensure you receive your made-to-order bridal gown in plenty of time to allow for alterations and adjustments, please notify our team of your wedding date upon ordering.
Please note that adjustments and alterations are the responsibility of the customer, to be retained by your choice of trusted seamstress at your own expense once you receive your gorgeous gown shipped from the M&A bridal studio. Be mindful to take into consideration the time it may take for alterations. We know you don’t need any unforeseen stresses leading up to the big day!
Weddings are meant to be fun, festive and fabulous occasions which usually means things can get a little messy. A few champagne spills and the odd missing sequin are to be expected.
Due to the delicate nature and intricate detailing of you gorgeous M&A Bride gown, we recommend specialised dry cleaning only.
To reduce the long-term impact of any impairment to your gown, it’s best to have your dress cleaned sooner rather than later. But of course, enjoy your honeymoon first!
Our made-to-order bridal gowns are fashioned to a standard dress size and height, please refer to sizing charts on the individual product page.
Once you have purchased and received your gorgeous gown, you have the flexibility to have it altered and customised by your preferred seamstress. Our styling team are on-hand to assist you in selecting the closest standard size relative to your body measurements but keep in mind you will most likely require alterations to achieve the perfect fit.
Please be aware that all adjustments and tailoring is at your own expense post-production of your gown. At this time, M&A Bride is unable to offer custom bespoke wedding gowns.
Now that you’ve locked-in your final decision and are ready to purchase your dream gown, we have three payment options available.
- If you prefer to “tick” things off your list, you can pay the total amount upfront upon placing your order. This way, all you have to do is sit back while you excitedly await the arrival of your gorgeous wedding dress. We accept payments in the form of bank transfer or credit card.
- AfterPay is available to our Australian customers.
- Alternatively, you can pay 50% deposit upon placing your order, with the remaining 50% payment due prior to us shipping your gown to you. If for any reason you cancel your order, deposit paid is non-refundable. Please see our cancellation policy for more information.
If you require a rush order to ensure priority production, you will be required to pay the total amount upfront at the time your order is placed.
If you require your gown sooner than the estimated 16-week production timeframe, please contact our styling team immediately when confirming your order. For a flat fee of AUD$180 we can prioritise production of your gown.
As each design is unique, lead times will vary depending on the style of gown and timing of your wedding. We advise our M&A brides to order their gown as soon as you have made your final decision to avoid any additional priority fees and to ensure there is plenty of time to make alterations, if necessary.
M&A Bride ships worldwide, with all orders dispatched from our main studio in Perth, Western Australia.
Once you have placed your order, the manufacturing of garments will take approximately 16 weeks. Upon completion, you will receive confirmation that your gorgeous gown is being thoughtfully packed by our dispatch team who will email your tracking details via our national courier service Startrack or international courier provider DHL.
Using your online tracking number, you will be able to track exactly when to expect delivery. Once your order has been shipped, delivery is estimated between 3-5 business days within Australia or 5-10 business days internationally. Delivery times can vary depending on your location.
In the case of missed delivery, a calling card will be left by the courier provider which will include details of how to arrange re-delivery or collection from your nearest post office. Please be advised as per the requirement of our national courier service provider Startrack Australia, we are unable to deliver to a PO Box or Parcel Locker address.
We are so excited for you to receive your gorgeous garment, so we opt to use a premium express shipping service for a flat fee of AUD$80; for all orders shipped within Australia. All international orders are shipped via DHL Express International courier service for a flat fee of AUD$125.
Shipping costs are inclusive of a branded M&A Bride garment bag to keep your gown protected on its journey to you.
Delivery times vary depending on destination for our International customers, so keep an eye on your inbox for your tracking details email to follow. Once your order has been shipped by our dispatch team, you will receive a second email to let you know that your order is on its way to you. This email will contain your shipping information so you can track exactly when to expect delivery. Important Note: M&A Bride will not be liable for duties and taxes incurred by the recipient as a result of national custom laws. Should the garment be returned to M&A Bride, only the paid purchase price of the garment will be refunded. Please contact your local customs department for more information on duties and taxes.
International orders may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees as a result of national custom laws. M&A Bride has no control over these charges, nor can we predict
what they may be. When customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original estimated delivery timeframe.
Please note customs policies vary widely from country to country, so we recommend contacting your local customs department for more information on import duties and taxes.
Your M&A Bride gown is made-to-order especially for you. Therefore, we are unable to offer returns or exchanges except in the circumstance of a genuine manufacturing fault.
All our garments undergo professional quality control to ensure fabrics and manufacturing processes meet the highest certified standard. We encourage our M&A brides to inspect your gown as soon as it arrives.
In the unlikely event that your gown is subject to damage or defect, please contact our team immediately to advise of your concerns. Defective items must be bought to our attention with 14 days of receipt and returned only with prior approval. You may be required to provide images for our production team to assess before the garment is approved for returned.
In the instance that your request is approved, returned garments must be returned in original packaging including tags and branded garment bag.
Any changes to your order must be emailed directly to enquiries@modeandaffaire.com within 48 hours of your order being processed.
Our team is just as excited as you to begin production of your gorgeous gown, fabric allocation, pre-production and pattern preparation begins the moment your measurements are confirmed, and your order is placed. Therefore, we do not accept cancellations once your order has been confirmed by our production team.