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Wedding Dresses For Sale
Dresses - Size 12
Listing No: 351
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Size: 10-12
Description:Stunning Jane Yeh white silk wedding dress, worn only once in Jan 2010. The style is Greta, with a sexy lowered back.
Beautifully rouched / pleated front and back, the dress then falls to the floor spanish style pleats in the skirt so it is easy to walk & dance in.
With swarovski crystal details on the bust and hip and lovely buttons covering the zip all the way up the back. this dress will take his breath away.
Size 12, with C to E cup size and would suit bride up to 5'7.
A quality gown like this won't last long, so please make an offer.
If you'd like to try on please contact me 021 773322. I'm based in central Auckland.
Description:Gorgeous Strapless Wedding Gown imported from the USA by Astra Bridal.
The dress Is Ivory with a Chantilly Lace Overlay and rouched detail under the bust to flatter the waist. The train can be hooked up also.
I am a 14D Bust size and am 5ft 6 ( I wore low heels with this dress due to a knee injury)
Cost was $2900.00 (The same dress is now over 3k)
Worn Once on 10th October 2009
Professionally drycleaned and in Mint condition (cost $350.00 receipt avail)
I also have the fur jacket for sale which I imported from England - Similar jackets from Jane Yeh cost $500.00. I will sell separately for $200.00
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $2000.00 ono
Location: Auckland - Birkenhead
Contact: Deborah
Ph: 021 277 6999 to view / try on any time.
Email: Click here
Listing No: 342
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Size:10-12
Description:This wedding dress is a designer wedding dress was rrp $1200 (on special). It is in excellent condition and will be sold with the petticoat that was worn with it. Simple and elegant design worn only once on the wedding day and once before for fitting. It is a full length strapless gown with a diamante bead design. Looks amazing!!! Was stunning on the day had nothing but compliments about how beautiful the dress was!! Would be open to offers near asking price as wanting a bit of extra cash before Christmas.
Colour: White
Accessories:
Price: $600.00
Location: Christchurch
Contact: Michelle Newman
Ph: 03 389 2623
Email: Click here
Listing No: 339
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Size:10-12
Description:Astra Gown in Princess Cut.
Delicately embroidered satin gown with organza overlay. Very flattering drape design.
I felt like a true princess in my gown & had the best wedding day in March 2009. This style accentuates your waist beautifully & the organza overlay creates romance & elegance for any bride. The gorgeous train is beautifully embroidered & can be hooked up & attached to the back of the gown when dancing.
I had this gown made to measure, I am 5'4" there is alot of beading work on this gown which may make it hard to shorten if needed however lengthening would not pose a problem due to the excess hem remaining. I usually were a 10-12 however as this gown was made in Hong Kong my measurements came out as the perfect size 12.
(Measurements provided)
Measurements:
Bust: 37" Waist: 29" Hips: 41"
From hollow (nape of neck) to hem is 55"
I would like to see someone else feel like a Princess in this gown on their special day. Has been professionally dry cleaned & packed ready to go & is in excellent condition.
Genuine inquiries only please by phone or email.
Description:This is an Abbey Bridal Wedding Gown, it is in excellent condition, dry cleaned and stored carefully in dress box, I also have the original dress storage bag. The dress originally had a chapel length train but I altered it for my wedding, it is a two piece with adjustment clasps on the skirt and a lace up boned corset style top with swarovski crystal detailing. The colour is very light blue, Ice Blue. Please contact me for more info.
Colour: Ice Blue
Accessories:
Price: $900
Location:Ashburton
Contact:Rebekah
Phone: 021 073 6119
Email: Click here
Listing No: 332
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Size: 10-12
Description: In excellent condition. DESIGN VENUS STRAPPLESS DRESS
Lots of detail on dress, a-line
Fabric Organza with Imperial Satin lining
Color: Ivory
Worn once in November and had been professionally dry cleaned
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $950 ono
Location:Auckland
Contact: Sarah
Phone: 09 533 56 03
Email: Click here
Listing No: 331
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Size:12-14
Description:An exquisite Anna Shimmel original made with Spanish Silk and French Lace.
Amazing lines (esp. for those of us with breasts and curves!)
Design, detail and workmanship are all flawless.
Colour: White/Cream
Accessories:
Price: $2500
Location:Auckland (Wellington poss.)
Contact: Hannah Gerdin
Phone: 0212939874
Email: Click here
Listing No: 322
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Size:12-14
Description:Beautiful Spanish designed and made Pronovias 2 piece gown. Very light and comfortable to wear. The dress was a UK size 14 and I had the bodice altered to a size 12. As it is a 2 piece, the skirt doesn't have to fit absolutely perfectly. I am 5'4" - dress can easily be shortened. There is a golden thread running through the bodice with some lace detail on the bodice and also on the top of the skirt. There is a loop at the back for the skirt to be gathered up for the evening. The dress cost $2,600. There is also a matching little bag made from the same material.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1100
Location:Nelson
Contact: Alex Mitchell
Phone: 03 546 4396 (outside office hours), 03 546 6223 (office hours)
Email: Click here
Listing No: 320
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Size:12
Description:Stunning dress with train and short veil.Purchased from Astra Bridal in Takapuna for $2400.00
Dry cleaned and looks new.
Come and try it on you will look gorgeous too.
You wont loose any money when you onsell.
Asking price $950.00
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $950
Location:Orewa
Contact: Lea
Phone: 09 4275458
Mobile: 0212312181
Email: Click here
Listing No: 319
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Size:10-12
Description:This dress would suit someone short (my height is about 5'4") as the length wouldn't be easy to alter given the detail on the train and at the base of the dress. Made of satin with beading and crystal detailing on the bodice, hem and train, I had the perfect wedding day in this dress and I hope someone else can too. Worn just the once, it's since been drycleaned and is ready to wear.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $800
Location:North Shore City
Contact: Lucy
Phone/text: 021 566 739
Email: Click here
Listing No: 309
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Size: 12
Description: Off white dress with cream trim and thin removable shoe string straps. Beautiful beading over bodice and down the back. Also gorgeous ribbon cross lacing up the back. Because of lacing the dress is very size adjustable. Included in price. Fur bolero and shiffon bolero jackets - happy to sell separately if necessary. Married May 08 - dry cleaned and in excellent as new condition. More pictures available.
Colour: Off-White
Accessories:
Price: $1300
Location: Auckland
Contact: Teri
Phone: 021-766 883
Email: Click here
Listing No: 301
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Size: 10-12 Euro
Description: San Patrick dress from 2008 gold collection.( see www )Bought in Europe in Nov 2008 worn in Feb 2009. Never worn in NZ.
Figure hugging but slimming lines with roughing details . Bodice is boned and has firm fitting inner bodice which closes separate from dress to give extra support and firmness.. A very flattering easy to wear dress. 100% Du Pont silk. Has full train
Train can be attached under skirt for dancing .
Professionally cleaned.
Slight water stain on hem of dress lining not visible and small faint mark in fold of train . Can send photo if required.
Cost: 2200 euro ( $4500 nz dollar.)
Genuine buyers welcome to try dress on.
Colour: White (slightly creamy)
Accessories:
Price: $950
Location: Auckland
Contact: Heather
Phone: 09 8153527 or 0212268438
Email: Click here
Listing No: 295
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Size: 10-12
Description: Divine Satin Gown featuring Sweetheart neck line and ruched skirt with rosettes and Swarovski Crystals and Layered Tulle insert. Boned Bodice. Small Train, Hook for pinning dress up – can pin to back of the dress or hook to your wrist.
Beautifully handmade by Faye Marmont on Nov 2008 and can be altered to suits you(at buyer's cost) Worn Once & Professionally Dry Cleaned By Regal Newmarket .
Dress is in a Very Good Condition – like new. Bolero not included
Genuine Buyers are welcome to view the gown.
Colour: Off-white
Accessories:
Price: $1808
Location: Blockhouse Bay, Auckland
Contact: Lisa Sampson
Phone: mobile: 021-897439, work: 09-6254389, home: 09-6272353
Email: Click here
Listing No: 291
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Size: 10-12
Description: JANE YEH - Ivory dupion silk wedding gown. Scooped neckline with 1cm shoestring straps, with pearls and swarovski crystals around neck and straps. Rouched from under bust to lower waist. Narrow A line skirt. Rouched to a V at back. Covered buttons over zip. Four panelled train that can be hooked up. Worn once and Regal drycleaned. In immaculate condition. $4,250 new. Beautifully tailored and designed by Jane Yeh - Parnell.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1000.00
Location: Auckland
Contact: Kate
Phone: (09) 360 8310
Mobile: 021 475 925
Email: Click here
Listing No: 289
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Size: 10-12
Description: Simple classic design by Caroline Church. Ice blue satin. fully lined. Lovely to wear. Also have matching embroidered bolero style jacket if required, which works well if the temperature is not as warm as you'd want. It is in excellent condition with no marks, and professionally drycleaned. I am 5' 6' tall and at the time was around size 10/11. Genuine buyers are welcome to try on. I live in central Auckland.
Colour: Ice blue
Accessories:
Price: $500
Location: Remuera, Auckland
Contact: Maureen
Email: Click here
Ph: 021 732 917
Listing No: 286
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Size:12
Description: Halter neck dress with fine lace overlay across the back and down the length of the dress. Full train with loop to secure for walking / dancing. Made in the USA and a US size 8, worn in the UK last spring. Side zip, can be made fuller using petticoats. Could be adjusted for a fuller bust. Matching shoes size 42 available if interested and a corset. Drycleaned after use and in excellent condition.
Colour:Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $250
Location: West Auckland
Contact: Sandra
Email: Click here
Phone: Work 09 356 8028
Home 09 813 2950
Listing No: 283
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Size:12-14
Description: Gorgeous Dupion silk wedding dress. Designed in April 08 by Corina Snow (in Papamoa) who designs dresses to make you look a size 10 and 6ft tall! I am 1.7m tall, a size 12-14 with 14DD bust.
The dress is boned with ruching through the waist, fitting snugly so everything is held in without the need for a strapless bra.. Peaking out the bottom of the dress is a layer of tulle.
This is the kind of dress you put away and bring out for your daughter to wear when its her big day, unfortunately Im having to sell as we have major renovations to do and a baby on the way. The dress cost me $2200.00
Colour:Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1000
Location: Tauranga
Contact: Maryanne
Email: Click here
Phone: 07 5446069
Listing No: 282
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Size:10-12
Description: This Venus Gown has a beaded, pleated (panel) bodice. It is boned and lined. It is a strapless gown but I had satin straps added, although it felt secure enough as a strapless dress. The dress is long flowing with a rounded train. The train can be hooked up at the back. The back has a zip with a line of satin covered buttons. The dress is a polyester satin material. The dress has been dry cleaned and is ready to go. I am 163 cm tall. You may email me for further photos. Genuinely interested brides are welcome to come and try the gown on.
Colour:Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $500
Location: Warkworth township
Contact: Rietta
Email: Click here
Phone: 09 425-4026
Listing No: 281
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Size: 12
Description: White satin wedding dress with black embroidery and beading around sweetheart neckline. Embroidery carries on around to the back of the dress and the dress 'laces up' like a corset with a black satin tie. Great style of dress for hiding unwanted lumps and bumps as it pulls everything in at the top and allows for plenty of room around the bottom area... gives a very flattering 'womanly' shape.
Also comes with matching white satin wrap for around the shoulders, which has the black embroidery with beads on each end. I never used this, so it is brand new.
All dry cleaned and ready to go.
Colour: White with black detailing
Accessories:
Price: $500
Location: Auckland
Contact: Donna
Email: Click here
Ph: Telephone: 09 535 6764 - Please leave a message if no answer, I will call back ASAP
Listing No: 276
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Size: 12-14
Description: This stunning dress is 14 in the bust, 12 at waist. Fitted for 6 ft tall so can easily be altered to suit height, with four shoe string straps that cross over at the back and a zip running down the centre. Sea gull shape around the bust with elegant beading, cup worn with strapless bra 14D. The midriff is ruffled that goes into a long straight / flowing skirt with a little rounded train, a dome has been created so the skirt can be bustled. Designed to be altered easily. Purchased Dress brand new for $1000, dry cleaned and ready to go.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $300 ono
Location: Katikati or Palmerston North by arrangement
Contact: Jodie Langley
Email: Click here
Ph: 07-549 3364
Listing No: 275
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Size: 12-14
Description: Stunning strapless" flesh pink" wedding gown. lace up back,built in train. Has a slight shine to it that comes up fabulous in photos.
Its a Demetrios Cosmobella,(stock pink) retails $2195. Worn july 08.
Can pick up in Waiuku (south auckland), papatoetoe (auckland) or Rotorua.
Please note it needs to be dry cleaned as slight markings at one part of the bottom of the train, otherwise in mint condition.(NO make-up, food marks etc)
Please email me for further photos or possible try on.
Colour: Flesh Pink
Accessories:
Price: $700
Location: Waiuku
Contact: Kirsten Carson
Email: Click here
Ph: ph 09 2359914
Listing No: 260
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Size: 12-14
Description:
Handmade beaded ivory gown comes with matching beaded wrap and i have also included the Ivory beaded veil that matches gown and a beautiful tiara .It is in immaculate condition.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1300
Location: Auckland
Contact: Julie Gerrard
Email: Click here
Phone: 09 813 6995
Listing No: 255
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Size: 10-12
Description: Beautiful pure white wedding dress subtly beaded on the top edge of the bodice and down the side of the skirt. The top layer of fabric is delicately gathered to one side and then falls on a diagonal – helps add the illusion of height for us shorter ladies! I am very happy 5’4 bride who wore substantial heels – the dress was hemmed for me so if you’re 6 foot tall this probably won’t be the dress for you! Will fit 10-12 – I was a 12 when I bought it and a 10 on my wedding day. It has a beautiful lace up back, which makes the fit of the dress perfectly adjustable so there are no last minute fitting worries. The dress has been professionally drycleaned and was purchased for $1850. Serious buyers welcome to try the dress on.
Description: Stunning Ivory one of wedding dress!
Strapless with rouched bodice, covered in crystal beads.
Full bodied skirt with gathers on the sides, ivory rossettes are sewn on each gather, with 3 layers to underneath of dress and long train. At the back the rossettes continue at the point where the zip stops and the train starts.
Bought in 2007, only worn once this year.
Beautiful dress, looks georgeous hanging up, but even better on. Small shoe string straps also come with the dress if required!
I will also sell the shoes with the dress. Colour: Ivory Size 10.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1600 negotiable
Location: Hamilton
Contact:Natalie
Phone: 021 02056254
Email: Click here
Listing No: 239
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Size: 10-12
Description: This is an extremely flattering dress. I bought it as a size 10, but it would also fit a size 12 with a small waistline. It is white satin with beautiful pearl detailing. There is a little button to hook the train up for the dance. I am 5 foot 4, and had the dress hemmed, but they are temporary stiches that can be taken out easily. The dress comes with a beautiful delicate veil with small crystal beads at the botton, and a wrap that matches the dress. The dress was dry cleaned after the wedding and has been wrapped and stored in a garment box. Genuinely interested brides are welcome to come and try the dress on.
Colour: White
Accessories:
Price: $500
Location: Waipukurau
Contact:Nicola
Phone: 06 8587475
Email: Click here
Listing No: 236
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Size: 10-12
Description: Elegant, beautiful wild silk European gown, which is comfortable and light to wear (well, I was surprised anyway!).
Bodice embellished with small pearls embroidered in a delicate floral pattern.
Shoulder straps are removable/optional.
Material on skirt is gathered to give ruched detail. Skirt is lined with tulle and dress comes with a hooped underskirt.
Rounded train with "hook up" detail.
Dress has been professionally dry cleaned and is in very good condition (like new).
Colour: Champagne/Off white
Accessories:Comes with a breathable dress bag.
A short length single layer veil hemmed with small crystals is included.
Matching shoes and undergarments also available, enquire for further details.
Price:$2100 (negotiable)
Location: Auckland
Contact: Claudia Barclay
Phone: 027 459 6436 or 09 521 0877
Email: Click here
Listing No: 234
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Size: 12
Description: If you want a fabulous gown with a touch of tradition, combined with playful and sexy, this is the gown for you.
This gown is Silk White with a fitted Basque bodice to create a corset look. Flows from the hipline to the floor to give you the fabulous long train. The soft over skirt is made of microfiber chiffon and trimmed with numerous rows of cheeky pleated ruffles. The ruffle detail is repeated around the softly curved neckedge which has been highlighted with a row of Swarovski crystals. The Satin bodice is overlaid with chiffon to create a soft line. This gown has an under skirt of delustered satin and a built in petticoat which as been edged at the centre front & hemline with rows of pleated chiffon.
You will certainly stand out and with the cheeky split be able to manoeuvre with ease & use the dress to create a truly magnificent first dance.
Colour: White
Accessories:
Price: $2250
Location: Auckland
Contact: Jacqueline Palmer
Phone: 021797012
Email: Click here
Listing No: 232
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Size: 12-14
Description: Amazing dress is one year old, ex condition ,It is a haulter neck dress with sequence's around the haulter neck,through the middle ,down the left hand side and around the bottom of the train.
Colour: White
Accessories:
Price: $800
Location: Whangamata
Contact: Casey McDougall
Phone: 07 8657671 or 027 2028566
Email: Click here
Listing No: 225
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Size: 10-12
Description: This is a classic princess line style beautiful ivory dress. It doesn't have too much detailling on it, only around the top of bodice. Top of bodice is beaded with pearls & crystals. It has small covered buttons the entire length of the centre back of dress. It comes with a ribbon which can be used to tie up the train for dancing. This is easily done by one person. I am 5ft 10 & wore 3" high heels, hem is at its maximum. If you are 6ft tall & planning to wear high heels, this dress is not long enough for you!
Dress was purchased from Felicity's and has only been worn once.
Genuinely interested brides are welcome to come & try on gown. More photos available on request.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories: Comes with veil in photograph.
Price: $500
Location: North Shore, Auckland
Contact: Gail Matthew
Phone: 09 4738283 or 027 4882934
Email: Click here
Listing No: 216
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Size: 12
Description: Mr K design (B4043B) in cream with no alterations.
It is princess cut, with boning. I believe its silk up the top part of the dress with chiffon overlay on the bodice and chiffon on the skirt, with full netting underneath.
The dress had two large flowers on it originally (see close up picture on bodice) which I removed and used a flatter broach with multiple little flowers. I have both so it can be worn either way.
Colour: Cream
Accessories:
Price: $400
Location: Auckland
Contact: Debbie
Phone: 021 767 169
Email: Click here
Listing No: 209
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Size: 10-12
Description: This beautiful wedding dress was brought from Melanie's Bridal Couture in Melbourne and worn Feb 06.
It is white, strapless with an inner built bra size B-C and has a lace overlay that has been fully beaded with white/silver beads that dazzle in the sun. The train accentuates the lace and can be tied up at the back. A long narrow veil is also available with the dress. The dress has a shawl, white in colour made of a thick satin which could also be worn.
Has been professionally drycleaned and put in a special box to preserve it. If you are a genuine keen buyer and want to try the dress on this could be arranged.
Colour: White with fully beaded lace overlay
Accessories:
Price: $1000
Location: Christchurch
Contact: Emma Nikolajenko
Phone: (03) 3511558
Email: Click here
Listing No: 204
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Size: 12-14
Description: Featured in Melbourne Wedding & Bride magazine April 2006. Purchased at Ravish Salon in Armadale High Street, Melbourne. Timeless ivory strapless gown with built-in bra (with back fastener) and boning. Tiny crystal beads line tulle diagonal pleats on the bodice front and back. Skirt with train consists of 2 layers of silk tulle over a layer of satin, a double layer of stiff tulle and finally a lining with stiff tulle at the hemline. Can be hooked up underneath to form a soft bustle.
Shortened to fit 164 cm plus shoes. Bodice bust fitting 12-14 B-C. Cost $2000
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1300 ono
Location: Dunedin
Contact: Sue
Phone: 021 044 9253
Email: Click here
Listing No: 203
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Size: 10-12
Description: Want to feel like a true princess?? Ivory gown embroidered with immaculate attention to detail on both bodice and bottom of gown. Caramel 'coat' that comes together at waist with beautiful brooch (could be changed) and flows down over back of gown and forms train. Dress comes with veil, tiara, necklace and earrings. Stunning in photographs - the ones taken here don't do it justice! Photographer uses shots in his portfolio from the big day. Lovingly looked after.
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $1500 ono
Location: Auckland
Contact: Jo Appleton
Phone: 021 625 501
Email: Click here
Listing No: 196
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Size: 10-12
Description: Gorgeous ivory gown - previously worn by a VERY happy bride. There is embroidery and pearl beading over the top of the bodice and it has three pearls that join the dress at the front. Needs a hoop petticoat to be worn underneath to give it the "air" it needs to give it its full effect. Photographs really well (you can see all our photos at www.danandkatherineswedding.com). Veil included : )
Colour: Ivory
Accessories:
Price: $400
Location: Christchurch
Contact: Katherine Orr
Phone: (03) 3838590
Email: Click here
