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Overview & Vibe

Pearl Bridal is an appointment-only studio on Level 3 at Varsity Lakes upstairs and private rather than a street-front shop. Every bride gets an hour of exclusive one-on-one styling with bubbles on arrival, and only one bride is in the studio at a time. Its awards include Australia’s Best Bridal Boutique at the 2023 Australian Wedding Awards, Gold Coast’s Best Bridal 2022, and both the Brides Choice Award and the ABIA Bridal Boutique award in 2021.

Dress Styles & Designers

Fifteen labels, weighted towards Europe and New Zealand rather than the usual American houses: Oksana Mukha and Giovanna Alessandro from Europe, Atelier Wu and Jessica Couture from New Zealand, plus Jenny Yoo, Champery Couture, The Ivory Collection, Arina Galagan, Tina Valerdi, Olya Mak and La Premiere Couture. Australian labels Zavana Bridal, White April and Rachel Rose fill out the range, and Tania Olsen covers bridesmaids. The catalogue runs from traditional ball gowns to modern mermaid silhouettes, in soft crepe, delicate lace and heavy beadwork.

Ideal For

Two quite different brides. The one who wants a designer gown she will not see in every Gold Coast boutique, with eight to ten months to spare. And the one shopping Pre-Loved by Pearl Bridal the Gold Coast’s only wedding-dress consignment store — where gowns are on the rack now, in a real size.

The Need-to-Knows

Alterations are not offered here. The studio is explicit about it and refers brides to seamstresses it works with, billed separately — budget for that on top. Gowns are made to order, not made to measure: your measurements decide which standard size is ordered, not how the gown is cut. Ordering takes 8–10 months, with a rush service inside six months for a small fee. deposit, strictly non-refundable, balance on collection, instalments available. Gowns must be collected within four weeks of arriving or storage fees apply. Up to four guests; photographs only with approval, though the studio will FaceTime whoever could not come.

Standout Feature

Pre-Loved by Pearl Bridal a consignment store inside a boutique, and the only one on the Gold Coast. Around fifteen hand-selected gowns at any time, dry-cleaned, proof of purchase required, available for immediate purchase in the size they. Forty-eight are currently published with prices, running with a median — a designer gown at a third of the price for a bride whose date is close.

Dresses

  • LUCIANA. A soft ball gown of matte finish satin. Sweetheart neckline bustier with boning and structure. Detachable satin bows that can be worn as straps or draped from the shoulders. Designer: GIOVAN.
  • ZB8305. The gorgeous ZB8305 gown is a mermaid silhouette with a deep plunge. Made from gorgeous lace appliques and soft subtle beadwork. Sample Size Sample Size 12 Price.
  • Derby. The Derby gown is a relaxed, boho style – perfect for outdoor weddings. A unique lace with leaf motifs adorns the bodice and is placed over the waistline and into the top of the skirt sectio.
  • Agas Size. A beautiful blend of crepe and lace, the Agas gown has both elegance and romance. By designer Giovanna Alessandro. Size 8 (ex-sample).
  • Allora Size. A-line wedding dress with a closed back. The bodice is soft with double mesh cups, on thin straps, laced with embroidery. A multi-layer skirt made of tulle without pleats, with trimmed floun.
  • Amelia Size. Amelia by Zavanna Bridal featuring a stunning, figure-hugging gown with an open back and delicate train. Size 12 (ex-sample).
  • Angela Size. The stunning Angela gown has a high neck with a beautiful open back, soft A-Line skirt. Ex-sample size 12.
  • Berta Size. A stunning A-line gown with off-the-shoulder sleeve detail, full tulle skirt with lace elements and soft champagne lining by Oksana Mukha. Size 12 (ex-sample).
  • Bethany, size. A beautiful A-line gown with a full satin ivory skirt and a delicate lace bodice with cap sleeves, by Ukrainian designer Oksana Mukha. Ex-sample, size 14.
  • Blessing Size 8, 12. A stunning fitted gown made entirely from lace in a golden colour. Size 8, 12 and 18 (ex-sample).
  • Camilla Size. Camilla by Zavanna Bridal is a beautiful fitted gown with stunning lace, open back detail and breathtaking train. Size 12 (ex-sample).
  • Charlize Size. With glitter appliques cascading down its flared easy gathered skirt, Charlize is an A-line lace dress with a sheer corset with a zip fastener and buttons. The skirt has a small train and it.
  • Chloe Size. Chloe (CZ2414) is a gorgeous sweetheart neckline gown featuring cascading lace. Size 14 (ex-sample).
  • Chloe - pearl bridal - wedding gown - fitted - sparkly. Chloe Size 8 A fitted design with medium plunging neckline. The bodice has sheer tulle cut out panels at the sides with intricate beadwork covering the entire gown. Sparkling like sunlight f.
  • Clara Size. Clara by Jasmine Empire is a stunning, fitted gown made entirely of a boho ivory lace with nude lining. Featuring a gorgeous open back, short train and longsleeves, this gown will have you f.
  • Dolores Size. From stunning European Designer Oksana Mukha is this gorgeous A-Line silhouette gown. Dolores is adorned with lace appliques and crystal beading from bodice all the way through to the gorgeo.
  • Donella - pearl bridal - wedding gown - mermaid shape. Donella Size 8 Donella, the royal elegance. A structured mermaid silhouette gown in floor length mikado. Plunging sweetheart neckline with thick straps and a very low back feature. Detachabl.
  • Esther Size. Esther is a gorgeous sparkling gown by Oksana Mukha. Made in a stunning fitted silhouette with lace up back. Size 10 (ex-sample).
  • Eve Size. Elegant A-line dress without any train by Oksana Mukha. Size 10 (ex-sample).
  • Evita size. A beautiful fitted gown by Oksana Mukha with beige lining and lace overylay. Size 8 without overskirt (ex-sample).
  • Fable Size. From European designer Oksana Mukha is the gorgeous Fable gown. Covered in sparkling floral lace, Fable has a corset bodice with open back design. Soft tulle A-Line skirt. Size 12 (ex-sample.
  • Fiorina Size. A-line silhouette with a closed back, zipper and buttons. The corset is translucent from a double mesh, without cups, is decorated with lace appliques with a transition to straps. The dress.
  • Francheska Size. Francheska by Katy Corso is a beautiful, fitted dress made with stunning ivory lace and sweet polka dot-esque detail. With spaghetti straps and gorgeous train, this is a dress you'll love fo.
  • Kilia. An A-line skirt of silk with a peek-a-boo split up the front that softly opens as you walk, and a bodice of sheer beaded tulle with a deep plunge and delicate 3D lace appliqués.
  • Koral Size. Koral by Katy Corso is a beautiful, fitted gown made of ivory lace with a nude lining, long sleeves and stunning short train. Size 10 (ex-sample).
  • Lana Size. Lana (WA6058) by White April is a beautiful A-Line gown with a lace bodice with plunging V-Neckline and soft, tulle skirt. Size 16 (ex-sample).
  • Latifa Size. A beautiful A-Line gown by Oksana Mukha, featuring an all-lace bodice with long sleeves and a soft tulle skirt. Two gowns available - one in all ivory, another in champagne. Size 10 (ex-samp.
  • Liberty Size. Liberty is a gorgeous jumpsuit by Ukrainian designer Oksana Mukha. Featuring a white sequined bodice and cropped-length ivory pants, this outfit is perfect for the low-key bride or someone w.
  • Lorelle Size. Gorgeous Lorelle dress has the most intricate geometric beading design and stunning plunging back. Comes in a striking nude color with ivory beaded detail overlay. Soft stretch crepe lining.
  • Nebraska Size. Modern, playful and stylish, Nebraska is fashioned with beaded lace and floral applique at the hips accentuating the soft curves. Her fit-n-flare silhouette is set off by a full tulle skirt.
  • Neelam Size. Neelam is a stunning sheath gown in all ivory. The back of the gown has stunning features including sheer bodice, V backline, beaded floral appliques and soft bow. Includes removable lace bo.
  • Nellie Size. Nellie is a soft tulle A-line gown featuring a plunging V neckline, low back and cathedral train. Made with tulle ruched bodice, 3D floral appliques and satin lining. By Miss Chloe Bridal. S.
  • Neveena Size. Neveena although less traditional is a bold gown whose allure will draw you in with her nude spotty lace giving the effect it has been sprinkled into an intricate pattern you cannot take you.
  • Nicolette Size. Contemporary and chic, Nicolette by Atelier Wu is the perfect marriage of clean lines and flirty, unique lace. Fashioned using beaded and sparkle lace fabrication with a front slit and godet.
  • Nita Size. Fashion-forward Nita, seamlessly blends clean modern lines with flirty, unique floral 3D lace appliqué. Crafted in Chantilly lace, stretch crepe, and 3D floral lace appliqué work. Sleek merm.
  • Orfia Size. Orfia is the queen of the La Luna Collection by Miss Chloe. She has a full A-line skirt with pockets. A cinched in bodice to accentuate the waist and thin straps. Her royal look and feel wil.
  • Polly Size. Our gorgeous Polly gown has a dreamy lace bodice. Sheer tulle bodice with subtle sparkle beadwork. A soft A-Line tulle skirt to finish. By Peter Trends. Size 12 (ex-sample).
  • TC304 Size. The Aurora TC304 wedding dress by Tania Olsen Designs is a simple yet elegant style that is perfectly suited to the modern bride who wants an understated look. The Aurora features a fitted b.
  • WA8203 Size. This gorgeous bohemian gown from designer White April has all the lace elements you could dream. Filled with Lace appliques and dainty cap sleeve feature. This gorgeous gown has a detacha.
  • ZB3681 Size. A brand new, never worn gown by Zavana Bridal. A stunning mermaid gown featuring intricate lace and beadwork and open back. Size 18 (new sample) (RRP).
  • ZB8336 Size. A gorgeous full length gown with a long sleeve in the softest of Chantilly lace. Detailed with sparkling beadwork through out the entire gown. A luxe bohemian elegance design. By Designer Za.
  • Mona Size. The stunning Mona gown by Oksana Mukha has been recently discontinued as the lovely lace has finally sold out. We had just purchased a fresh beautiful sample that is now available to purchas.
  • Jordania Size. Jordania is a beautiful, simple gown by Ukrainian designer, Oksana Mukha. A classic A-Line silhouette with lace bodice and all-ivory skirt. Size 8 (ex-sample) Size Sample si.
  • SNOW. For the modern day princess. Wanting class, elegance, style and a touch of sexiness. This dress is for the confident bride who isn’t afraid to show the world who she is and is ready to SHINE.
  • Allegra. A stunning A-Line gown made with exquisite lace and soft tulle with a subtle glitter under-layer. Featuring romantic off-the-shoulder straps that are completely detachable to transform your.
  • Iness, Oksana Mukha, Mermaid Silhouette, wedding dress. Innes From European designer Oksana Mukha is the glamorous Ines gown. Covered in sparkling tulle with ivory lace floral appliques. Full boned strapless bodice with delicate crystal belt arou.
  • Love. Love' by Oksana Mukha is a stunning A-Line gown with detachable wrap skirt. Embellished with sequins and sparkling beads to make you glow. Sample sale price: (ex-sample size 8).
  • ZB398. The gorgeous ZB398 gown has a mermaid silhouette with tulle. Lace appliques cover the bodice and middle of the gown, leaving a soft flowing train of tulle beneath it. Sample Size Sample Size.
  • Zavanah ava — Hand constructed A-line silhouette, V-neck dress with plunge detail and chapel train. Tulle and lace beaded with pearls and crystals. Size and Fit 6-24.
  • Sandra - TO76 — Alluring and modern the stunning bridesmaid dress is a fresh look for any bridal party. Designed with our Luxe jersey fabric the flattering high neckline and cinched waist is perfect for all.
  • Claire - TO801 — A v-shaped bodice of soft jersey knit cascades into the floor length skirt of the flattering Claire gown. Features Here are some features of this bridesmaid dress: Thin Straps Low leg split.
  • Zavana bridal Wedding gown Gold Coast Queensland — ZB 9399 The beautiful ZB 9399 is a subtle mermaid shape with a deep plunging bodice. Soft lace cascades down the gown in ivory with your choice of ivory or champagne under tones. Our sample.
  • Realyn — The beautiful Realyn has the softest lace with deep plunging bodice. An Aline skirt with lace appliques and soft tulle.
  • Marigold — The stunning Marigold featured in soft blush. With a gorgeous mermaid silhouette and sparkle through out. Available in ivory as well.
  • Margaritte Gown — The stunning Margaritte gown is a gorgeous satin design with crystal and pearl encrusted bodice. Ample boning for extra synch in the waist.
  • Livia Gown — The beautiful Livia gown is created from the finest lace appliques. 3D lace elements dust the bodice with crystals and pearl. A fitted design with a minimal flare around the feet. A stunning.
  • Amelia — A fitted gown with deep plunging neckline that will flatter every shape. With subtle white sequin embellishments, Amelia is perfect for every bride.
  • Amber — A stunning fitted gown with deep plunging neckline. Made in all ivory with a glittery lace and bold puff sleeves.
  • Audrey — This A-line wedding dress is both simple and extravagant.
  • Aurora — A modern asymmetrical strapless neckline pairs with 3D lace and detachable puff sleeves to create a show-stopping look. The mermaid train makes it the perfect choice for any special occasion.
  • Charmaine — A beautiful, sparkling A-Line gown with detachable sleeves, allowing you to customise your bridal look. The front of the bodice is boned whilst the sides and back are transparent. Cinched at.
  • Damaris — A flowing A-Line gown that cinches the waist and flatters the figure.
  • Dorian — Translucent fitted dress with sleeves, zipper and buttons on the back. Corset with cups, shoulder mesh belt. The dress is decorated with textured appliques of lace, which passes on the decor.
  • Elisa — A stunning mermaid wedding dress with an incredible detachable skirt. Elisa features a front slit, decorated with 3D flowers and sequins on the glittery fabric.
  • Franceska EU38 and EU42 — Made from the highest quality lace and beautiful sheer material. Fully lined and dress has been designed specifically to accentuate curves.
  • Reya — The beautiful silky design of our Reya gown falls delicately over curves. With a soft double walled crepe. Fastened at the bodice with delicate crystal beadwork. Available size 12-36.
  • Sophia — The gorgeous Sophia Gown by Peter Trends. Soft tulle bodice with floating pearl beads finished at the waistline with a gorgeous flowing tulle skirt. The tulle skirt has also got floating pea.

Appointment Policy

  • The showroom is open by appointment only.
  • Trading hours are Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and Saturday 9am-4pm; Sunday is closed, available by request only.
  • Each bride has a one-hour complimentary appointment with a Pearl Bridal stylist; it cannot be extended on a Saturday or when the day is booked out.
  • Walk-ins are discouraged - the studio asks brides to book in advance so a stylist and fitting room are available, and to phone 0451 699 877 for last-minute appointments.
  • Up to four guests may attend, with advance notice required for more.
  • Photographs are discouraged at the designers' request, but are allowed with the studio's approval; brides are welcome to FaceTime family or friends who could not attend.
  • Pre-Loved consignment gowns are viewed by private appointment in the same studio.

Dress Designers

  • Oksana Mukha — European designer, one of the studio's two headline European houses; also appears across the pre-loved collection.
  • Giovanna Alessandro — European designer, carried alongside Oksana Mukha.
  • Atelier Wu — New Zealand designer, described by the studio as one of the leading NZ labels it carries.
  • Jessica Couture — New Zealand designer, carried alongside Atelier Wu.
  • Jenny Yoo — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • Champery Couture — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • The Ivory Collection — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • Arina Galagan — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • Tina Valerdi — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • Olya Mak — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • La Premiere Couture — Carried label with its own collection page.
  • Zavana Bridal — Australian designer; the studio's largest single source of gowns by volume in the catalogue.
  • White April — Australian designer, stocked in store.
  • Rachel Rose — Australian designer, stocked in store.
  • Tania Olsen — Carried for bridesmaid and formal gowns, with its own collection page.

Dress Experience

  • Each bride has a one-hour complimentary appointment with a stylist, one-on-one in a private studio, with bubbles offered on arrival and up to four guests. It was named Australia's Best Bridal Boutique in the 2023 Australian Wedding Awards, Gold Coast's Best Bridal in 2022, and won both the Brides Choice Award and the ABIA award for Bridal Boutique in 2021. The range is drawn from European, New Zealand and Australian designers rather than the American houses common elsewhere, running from traditional ball gowns to modern mermaid silhouettes in soft crepe, delicate lace and intricate beadwork. Gowns are made to order rather than made to measure: the studio takes measurements in-store and orders the closest standard size, and it does not offer alterations itself, instead recommending seamstresses it works with. Alongside the main collection it runs Pre-Loved by Pearl Bridal, which it describes as the Gold Coast's only wedding-dress consignment store, carrying around fifteen hand-selected gowns at a time for immediate purchase.

Dress Styles

  • ball gown
  • mermaid
  • a-line
  • fit and flare
  • lace
  • beaded
  • crepe
  • satin
  • tulle
  • boho

Nearby Landmarks

  • Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast – An inland lakeside suburb behind Burleigh Heads, about 10 minutes from the coast
  • Robina Town Centre – The Gold Coast's largest shopping centre, a few minutes north west of the studio
  • Burleigh Heads – The beach suburb immediately east, where four other bridal boutiques in this directory sit

Purchase Options

  • Made To Order
  • Off The Rack
  • Preloved
  • Ready To Wear

Services Offered

  • Bridesmaid Dresses
  • Veils And Accessories
  • Consignment Selling
  • Rush Order Service
  • Payment Plans
  • Design Modifications

Size Range

No details available.

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Contact

Phone
0451 699 877
Address
Level 3, 154 Varsity Parade, Varsity Lakes QLD 4227
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