Planning your wedding in Perth is filled with meaningful decisions, and choosing your wedding dress is one of the most personal moments of all. At Within Reach for Brides, many brides ask the same question:
“Should I hire my wedding dress or purchase it?”
Both choices offer wonderful advantages, and the right option depends on your style, your budget, your wedding aesthetic, and the way you want to remember your gown.
This guide breaks down the differences between hiring vs purchasing in Perth, and highlights some of our most loved dresses so you can envision both options clearly.
Hiring Your Wedding Dress: The Modern, Cost-Effective Choice
Why Brides Hire Their Dress
Hiring your wedding dress is becoming increasingly popular among modern Australian brides. It’s stylish, sustainable, and beautifully budget-friendly, especially when the gown you fall in love with is designer.
Hiring allows you to wear a couture-level gown for a fraction of the original price.
Benefits of Hiring
1. More Affordable Access to Designer Bridal Fashion
Hiring lets you wear gowns from world-renowned designers without the full purchase cost.
Examples available for hire include:
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Pallas Couture – Emily
A 100% silk masterpiece with a finely boned corset and soft ruching.
Perfect for brides wanting luxury craftsmanship at a more accessible price.
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Chosen by Kyah – Frankie
Delicate lace finely boned bodice, with a deep V plunge neckline and a luxuriously soft fitted skirt by designer Chosen By Kyha.
2. Sustainable, Low-Waste Bridal Fashion
Hiring reduces waste and the environmental footprint of single-use fashion.
For brides who value slow fashion and mindful consumption, hiring aligns beautifully with eco-conscious values.
3. Perfect for Simpler Venue Logistics
If you’re:
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travelling to a destination wedding
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planning a beach ceremony
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or require simple dress logistics
… hiring can be easier and more practical than transporting or storing a purchased gown long-term.
4. No Long-Term Storage Needed
After the wedding, simply return the gown — no need to preserve, clean, or box it.
Purchasing Your Wedding Dress: The Forever Keepsake
Buying your gown is a deeply special experience, many brides dream of owning their dress forever.
Benefits of Purchasing
1. You Can Personalise, Alter, and Custom-Fit
Owning your gown means full freedom to:
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hem the dress
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adjust the bodice
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add sleeves
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redesign the neckline
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customise embellishments
Some stunning options in the Within Reach collection include:
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Martina Liana – 620
Meticulously hand beaded work of art by celebrated top Australian designer Martina Liana — perfect for a bride who wants timeless beauty.
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Galia Lahav - 111
A delicately boned lace bodice paired with a soft, flowy skirt. A wonderful option for brides who want something feminine and modern that can be altered to perfection.
2. A Lasting Memory
Your dress becomes a keepsake — something to hold onto, show your future children, or repurpose into a christening gown or anniversary garment.
3. Ideal for Highly Styled or Custom Weddings
If you’re planning:
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a couture-inspired wedding
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a look with multiple pieces
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accessories tailored to your gown
… owning the dress may suit you best.
4. Peace of Mind
You don't have to worry about return deadlines, cleaning requirements, or wear-and-tear policies.
Hiring vs Purchasing — Which One Fits Your Wedding Vision?
Hire Your Dress If You Want:
✔ Designer gowns at a lower price
✔ A sustainable, low-impact option
✔ Minimal post-wedding responsibilities
✔ A dress for a one-day event with simple fittings
Purchase Your Dress If You Want:
✔ A highly customised fit
✔ A bridal keepsake
✔ More complex or couture styling
✔ Freedom to alter or rewear the gown
Final Thoughts: Your Perfect Option Is Within Reach
Whether you choose to hire or purchase, what matters most is how your dress makes you feel. At Within Reach for Brides, we offer both options so you can experience beautiful bridal fashion in a way that aligns with your values, style, and budget.
✨ Book your private appointment here to explore both hire and purchase gowns in a peaceful, boutique environment.
Your dream dress — whichever path you choose — is truly within reach.