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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.
HR Real Bride Nicole wearing Monique Lhuillier
I cannot thank Helen and her team enough for helping me find the dress I have always dreamed of I knew I wanted a Monique Lhuillier gown for a long time and as soon as I saw this gown I knew it was the perfect one for me! I called Helen’s team and they said it had literally just arrived for the Trunk Show and I was able to seamlessly book an appointment for that weekend. It was the first dress I tried on and I immediately fell in love! Helen’s team made the whole process so seamless and it was utter perfection when the gown arrived and after the final alterations were made it truly fit like a glove and I got so many compliments on the day about how beautiful the gown was! I couldn’t recommend Helen and her team more. Thank you for much for helping with the magic of our day.
HR Real Bride Novie wearing Elie Saab
From the first moment I stepped into the store to when I collected the finished dress, Helen, Nicole and Effie created the most effortless experience and helped me find my perfect dress. I felt so confident and fabulous, and I’ll cherish the experience of finding this dress forever. Thank you!
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.
Real Bride Hadarel wearing Monique Lhuillier Charming
I cannot thank Helen enough for helping me choose my dream gowns. From initial enquiry to styling, fittings and dress collection, everything was perfect. Helen went above and beyond to order in my ceremony gown from Monique Lhuillier, which wasn’t stocked in her store, and when I tried it on, it was love at first sight! I also absolutely loved my reception gown, it was pure magic. Choosing my dresses was a special part of my wedding journey and it was the greatest pleasure to have Helen as an important part of it, I will truly cherish this experience forever.
Real Bride Adele wearing Elie Saab Bridal Fall 2023 Look 12
Helen and her team not only helped me find the perfect gown but also my sister. She took the time to really get to know me, my family and know what would be fitting for my big day! Although we were flying in from interstate, I knew that when we arrived we would be well taken care of and end up knowing we would be returning home with the perfect dress! I can’t thank her enough for everything!!
Real Bride Hanah wearing Monique Lhuillier Fleur de Lis
It is a rare luxury to say you found ‘the dress’ at your first bridal appointment, but with Helen and her team, that’s exactly what happened. As soon as I tried on my first gown, I knew I wouldn’t be searching in any other boutique. After trying on my second, I knew I had found my gown.
Real Bride Sheridan wearing Monique Lhuillier Buttercup
From the moment I got engaged, I knew that I would be getting my dress from Helen Rodrigues Bridal. Helen stocked my dream designer, Monique Lhuillier and I had read other testimonials boasting such an amazing experience at HRB. Their brand knowledge and working with all different shapes and sizes is part of the reason why I knew HRB would be for me.
Real Bride Katherine Wearing a Custom Suzanne Neville Wedding Dress
The ‘Sapphire’ dress was the first dress I tried on and I knew it was mine immediately. I wanted a dress that reflected my own personal style and I felt drawn to Suzanne Neville’s gowns online - particularly her signature structured bodice and beautiful silk fabrics.
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Eliana Wearing a Bespoke Suzanne Neville Gown
Helen was the first and only boutique I went to as I knew that she had the style I was looking for. I think it was the 2nd gown I tried on, and as soon as I saw it, I knew it was the perfect dress for me! I always wanted a timeless dress that I would be able to look back at in 20 years and still be just as obsessed with.
Real Bride Chloe Wearing Monique Lhuillier Fleur de Lis and Custom Bolero
I was instantly drawn to Helen’s range and eye for designers who were fashion first, bridal second. I have long admired Monique Lhuillier; the queen of lace, and Helen’s relationship with her was the ultimate calling.
Real Bride Ally wearing bespoke Inbal Dror
Helen really is excellent at what she does! From the initial meeting to everything that followed Helen was a delight. She made me feel at ease and shared her wealth of knowledge with me. I could not recommend her enough!
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.
Real Bride Tara Wearing Monique Lhuillier
I wanted a really timeless, elegant and classic gown. I had actually been eyeing this one off since before my engagement!
Real Bride Jess wearing custom Inbal Dror
Every moment and every detail was nothing but a dream. The service, the attention to detail and the kindness and dedication you receive whenever you are in the shop is unlike anywhere else.
Helen made me feel special from the very first time I met her. I fell in love with her shop when my sister got married years ago. I couldn’t wait until the day would come that I would get to have an experience as extraordinary as hers. Helen made my dream dress come true. We combined two beautiful dresses by Inbal Dror, which I presumed would be impossible, however she knew what I was after and from that moment on it was a breeze as it was in her trusty hands.
Real Bride Josephine's Stunning Elie Saab Look: A Picture Perfect Moment
I’ve always admired the architecture in Elie Saab’s designs and some of the exceptional women that have been drawn to wearing them throughout history - I was looking for something elegant but modern, that suited my shape.
Real Bride Emily wearing Elie Saab
I cannot speak highly enough of my experience at Helen Rodrigues.
I had my eye on this specific gown from Elie Saab for a while however wanted to try on a few different styles to make sure I had picked the right one. Having multiple world-renowned bridal designers and various styles in the store allowed me to try on an array of dresses to help me make up my mind. The moment I saw myself in this dress I knew it was the one.
Real Bride Olympia wearing Elie Saab
Both Helen and Sophie treat you like you are part of their family. From the first appointment walking into the shop, it felt like I was walking into home. You are at ease, you don’t feel overwhelmed, you don’t feel rushed to make any decisions and you automatically trust their expertise and knowledge. I think what sets Helen apart is, she genuinely is on this personal experience with you the entire way. She gets to know her brides, she makes every appointment so memorable and personal, you just want to stay in the shop for longer to chat!
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!