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Real Bride Story: Claire wearing Sapphire by Suzanne Neville for her French Chateau wedding

I can't recommend Helen Rodrigues Bridal enough! From the moment I stepped into the shop, I felt an overwhelming sense of comfort, fun and warmth. The team truly understands what every bride needs, providing exceptional service and a personalized experience that’s hard to find anywhere else. 

They helped me discover my perfect dress (first dress!), guiding me through styles that complemented my vision and personality. Every appointment felt like a celebration, and I was treated like a princess from start to finish. 

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Real Bride Story: Sophie’s Burnt Orange Sydney Wedding

I had an incredible experience with Helen Rodrigues Bridal. From the first appointment I knew I was in good hands. Helen and her team listened to my preferences and style, and I felt a total sense of trust in their expertise and guidance throughout the whole process. We created a bespoke Suzanne Neville gown that I absolutely loved and felt so beautiful in. Thank you so much.

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Real Bride Story: Kiara's Crown Sydney Wedding

From the first appointment I had with Helen, the whole process was so seamless and amazing. Helen’s boutique is so beautiful and Helen makes you feel extremely comfortable and beautiful. I loved her honesty and non pushiness to buy the gown. She just wanted me to feel my best and my most beautiful. Aside from that, all of her gowns are absolutely stunning, her collection is like none that I have seen. The whole 10 month journey I had no issues, and I would highly highly recommend Helen Rodrigues Bridal to anyone wanting a really beautiful experience.

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Real Bride Story: Danjel & Thomas Elegant Sydney Wedding

Helen Rodrigues Bridal is the only boutique I visited when shopping for my wedding dress. Every bride I have seen dressed by Helen has looked so elevated, heavenly and unique. So, it was an obvious decision for me to enquire with Helen about a fitting session. The whole process was fun, not at all stressful, very easy and so incredibly special. I emailed initially enquiring about an appointment, in that initial request I was asked about approximate budget, style and designer preference. I then received a phone call from Helen’s team following up on my enquiry. We spoke about options more in depth and set a time and date for a fitting.

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Real Bride Sarah wearing Monique Lhuillier & Suzanne Neville

Could not recommend Helen and her team enough. From calling up and booking my very first appointment to the very final fitting they were amazing and SO accommodating when it came to booking appointments, especially as I wasn’t from Sydney. I went to Helen for one dress and walked away with 2! When it came to alterations Helen made sure my dresses were nothing short of perfect, looking at every detail. She created a very stress free and calm experience.

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Real Bride Alanna wearing Suzanne Neville Bespoke Bloomsbury

The experience of dress shopping at Helen Rodrigues Bridal is second to none. Helen and the entire team were tireless in making sure I found my dress and looked amazing on the day. During the entire process I never felt pushed towards one dress or another, allowing me the space to naturally find the right dress for me. When it came to the fittings Helen is an absolute perfectionist and I had utter confidence that the dress would be perfect. Helen Rodrigues and the team is exactly what every bride wants for her day.

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Nicole Wore Elie Saab and Suzanne Neville For Her South African Wedding

The process of getting a dress made from scratch wasn’t for me. I’ve always been a lover of high fashion, even working as a personal shopper and stylist when I lived in London; and I always wanted my dress to be the creation of an esteemed designer. Before I even had a boyfriend, I knew I would find my eventual wedding dress at HRB. Helen has the most incredible and most thoughtfully curated selection of top end gowns – it was a no brainer.

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Real Bride Melissa wearing Pandora with detachable bow by Suzanne Neville

From the moment I walked into Helen Rodrigues Bridal, I knew I was in good hands! The HR team were professional, pleasant and the 1:1 service ensured that there was always time to try on another gown or ask questions to alleviate any concerns. Once I had settled on my gown, Helen and her tailor made the smallest tweaks to ensure that my gown fit perfectly. I can’t recommend Helen Rodrigues Bridal highly enough!

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Real Bride Carla wearing bespoke Suzanne Neville

Helen was ideal. Both her and Sophie made me feel so comfortable and relaxed my nerves at my appointments. Without her intensive knowledge of the bridal industry I would never have found my perfect dress… and we all know that the most vital item for the bride on her wedding day is her dress! Thank you Helen and Sophie for your professionalism and kindness during my time at Helen Rodrigues Bridal.

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Real Bride Vin wearing Serrano by Suzanne Neville with detachable bow

Even before my appointment at HRB, I knew my experience here would be different. Helen took the time to call me before my appointment to get a sense of me and my personality. I really appreciated this because my appointment time was used really effectively. She was very accommodating of having my 3 bridesmaids and both parents in the boutique (quite a boisterous crowd!) and was professional, gorgeous and incredibly organised.

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Real Bride Laura wearing Suzanne Neville Amber

I adored working with Helen and her team - she is very intuitive and really understood the vision I wanted for the day. She made me feel so comfortable and confident. She really helped to complete my look and was the one who suggested the Jennifer Behr headband (I can’t imagine my look without it). It was tricky being interstate with the Covid restrictions changing so often but Helen was so accommodating of me and her tailor was also so wonderful to work with. My experience with Helen Rodrigues Bridal was exceptional and I can’t imagine planning my wedding any other way.

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Real Bride Tiffany wearing Posey by Suzanne Neville

The experience with Helen is second to none. She remembers every detail and really ensures you feel your best. Helen has a beautiful calming nature which makes you feel really comfortable in her space and the focus is always on the bride and how she feels. Not to mention, her selection of gowns is exquisite and there really is something for everyone. I am so happy I got my dress from Helen, she made the process super easy, the seamstresses and team were amazing and really I just trusted her.

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