Hayley Maree Bridal
About
Overview & Vibe
Hayley Maree Bridal is a designer's own boutique on Barkly Street in Ararat, at the eastern door of the Grampians. What makes it unusual is that the gowns are its own label — every Hayley Maree dress is handcrafted to order at the studio's Australian atelier in Wallan, Victoria, rather than ordered in from overseas. It is open by appointment only, so the boutique is yours while you are in it.
Dress Styles & Designers
The Hayley Maree collection runs to seventeen named gowns — Liana, Aurora, Celeste, Juliet, Elizabeth and the limited-edition Ivy among them — alongside stocked labels Stella York, All Who Wander, Tania Olsen, Luna Delila and Brydealo. There are debutante gowns and veils too.
Ideal For
A bride who wants something made for her rather than picked off a rail, and who is planning far enough ahead to allow it. It also suits a bride who is a split size — the studio will order bust, waist and hip in different sizes on some styles for an extra charge, which is rare and genuinely useful. Sizes run 8 to 24, and there is a bespoke made-to-measure service at the Wallan studio.
The Need-to-Knows
Allow at least six months, and many brides order twelve months out. Production starts the moment your 50% deposit is paid and your size and length are chosen — and the size cannot be changed after that, so take your measurements carefully against the size chart. The balance is due before the gown ships, and instalments can be arranged. A rush service is sometimes possible if the fabric is available, for a fee, but it must be confirmed before you order. Alterations are not included — leave time and budget for them. Book on 0434 028 545.
Standout Feature
The person who designs the gown owns the shop. In a town of 8,000 that is an unusual thing to be able to say: the Hayley Maree label is made in Victoria, and the boutique that sells it is the label's own. If you want a change made, you are talking to the people who will make it — and the split-sizing option means a gown can be built to a body that does not match a chart.
Contact
Appointment Policy
- The boutique is open by appointment only, so you get its full attention.
- Book through the site, or call 0434 028 545 or email admin@hayleymareebridal.com.
- Start looking early — gowns take a minimum of six months, and many brides order twelve months ahead.
- If your wedding is eight months away, order now and leave time for alterations.
- The team will help you choose a size in store from the sample collection.
- If you are a split size, they will work out the best size to order and adjust from there.
- Your size and order details are confirmed with you after you place the order.
- Ask about a rush order before you order, not after — availability must be confirmed first.
Dress Designers
- Hayley Maree. Description: The studio's own label — every gown handcrafted to order at its Australian atelier in Wallan, Victoria, with a bespoke made-to-measure service available by appointment.
- Stella York. Description: Glamorous, handcrafted designer bridal, stocked in the Ararat boutique.
- All Who Wander. Description: Stocked in the boutique.
- Tania Olsen. Description: The Brisbane label, carried here for bridal and bridesmaids.
- Luna Delila. Description: Stocked in the boutique.
- Brydealo. Description: Stocked in the boutique.
Dress Experience
- Hayley Maree Bridal is the boutique of its own bridal label, opened in Ararat, Victoria.
- Every Hayley Maree gown is handcrafted at the label's Australian atelier in Wallan.
- It specialises in bespoke gowns tailored to the individual bride.
- The boutique is by appointment only, for personalised attention.
- Alongside its own label it stocks Stella York, All Who Wander, Tania Olsen and Luna Delila.
- It offers split sizing, so a bride whose bust, waist and hip fall in different sizes can be fitted properly.
- It also carries debutante gowns for the district's presentation balls.
Dress Styles
- a-line
- ball gown
- fit and flare
- mermaid
- sheath
- mini
- tulle
- satin
- lace
- beaded
- embroidered
- corset
- strapless
- off shoulder
- spaghetti strap
- sweetheart neckline
- v-neck
- long sleeve
- puff sleeve
- detachable sleeves
- low back
- illusion back
- romantic
- classic
- modern
- custom
Dresses
- Liana by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Vivienne by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Celina by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Amara by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Aurora by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Valentina by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Celeste by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Hattie by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Sakari by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Skye by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Sofia Mini by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Juliet by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Maddison by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Ava by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Elizabeth by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Lucy Mini by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Ivy by Hayley Maree. Description: A gown from the studio's own label, handcrafted to order at its Victorian atelier in a minimum of six months.
- Tania Olsen Frangipani. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Lily. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Esther. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Mayim. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Bourne. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Kaimana. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Rilla. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Dune. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Talcott. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Janelle. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Locklyn. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Yareli. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Taro. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
- Tania Olsen Ivo. Description: A Tania Olsen gown carried in the Ararat boutique.
Nearby Landmarks
- Barkly Street, Ararat – the boutique is at 4-91, on the main street.
- The Grampians – the sandstone ranges half an hour west, and the region's wedding draw.
- Halls Gap – the village at the centre of the Grampians, an hour away.
- Great Western and the Grampians wine region – the cellar doors many local weddings are held at.
- Stawell and Beaufort – the neighbouring towns the boutique serves.
Price Notes
- No gown prices are published — ask at your appointment or by email.
- A 50% deposit is paid to start production, and the balance before the gown ships.
- Instalments can be arranged on request.
- Split sizing carries an additional charge on the styles that offer it.
- A rush order carries an additional fee that varies with the request.
- Changes to the design after the order is confirmed may cost extra, because production begins immediately.
- Alterations are not included and are not the studio's responsibility — budget for them separately.
Price Range
Purchase Options
- Made To Order
- Made To Measure
- Off The Rack
Services Offered
- Hayley Maree Wedding Gowns — the studio's own label, handcrafted to order in Victoria.
- Bespoke Made-To-Measure Design — by appointment at the label's Wallan studio.
- Split Sizing — bust, waist and hip ordered in different sizes on some styles, for an additional charge.
- Stocked Designer Bridal — Stella York, All Who Wander, Tania Olsen, Luna Delila and Brydealo.
- Debutante Gowns.
- Veils And Accessories.
- Rush Orders — subject to fabric availability and the production schedule, for a fee.
- Payment By Instalment — on request.
- Online Ordering And Delivery — with a sizing guide and an ordering agreement to read first.
Size Range
- [8,24]