FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We know you might have some burning questions and we tried to answer all of them in this section - but if you do still have a question, please send us an email at hello@allorabridal.co.za x
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Do I need to make an appointment?
Yes, we work on an appointment basis only - book you fitting online or send us an email at hello@allorabridal.co.za
How long is my wedding dress fitting appointment and how many dresses can I fit?
Your appointment is 60 minutes long where you will be allowed to fit an unlimited amount of dresses.
How many guests can I bring with me to my fitting and what does it cost?
Normal Fitting: 3 guests -R 350
Deluxe Fitting: 4 guests -R 450
Premium Fitting: 5 guests -R 550
What should I wear to my wedding dress appointment?
Nude, seamless underwear or shape wear.
Can I wear makeup to my fitting?
Yes, you're welcome to wear makeup! It helps you see the full picture of how you'll look on your special day - so we recommend coming dressed up!
Can I browse through the dresses when I get there?
Unfortunately not. We encourage you to browse through our selection of dresses beforehand (view all our dresses under the designer page) and send us inspiration beforehand. But don’t worry if you don't have any idea of what you like or what dresses you would like to fit - we’ll guide you through everything during your fitting and make it an easy, stress free experience and even give our recommendations on what dresses to try on.
Can I take photos of the dresses?
Unfortunately, we don’t allow personal photos during the fitting. But don’t worry, we’ll take beautiful pictures for you and send them to you after your appointment.
Can my friend and I try on dresses at the same time?
We don’t allow multiple brides to have fittings together, as we believe every bride deserves her own special moment.
Can I bring my own bubbles?
You’re more than welcome to, but we also offer you a complimentary glass when you arrive!
What is the price range of the dresses at Allora Bridal?
The price range for our dresses are R 13 000 to R 42 000. See the specific price ranges per designer under the designers tab.
What sizes of samples do you stock?
Our sample size is from size 6 - 14. If you are coming to fit a specific dress please send us an email at hello@allorabridal.co.za so that we can have a look if we do have the sample in your size. We are however able to give you quite a good idea of how your dress will look even if the sample is too big or too small.
What is your appointment cancellation policy?
We are a small business and by appointment only, last minute cancellations and no-shows impact us. This also means another bride on our waitlist misses out on a spot they could have taken. Please be courteous and cancel more than 48 hours in advance. Your booking fee is non-refundable, but if we are able to reschedule your appointment before that 48 hours we can transfer it.
When should I start shopping for my wedding dress?
We recommend you start shopping 8 - 10 months before your wedding. Most dresses have a lead time of 4 - 6 months and we will need 2 months before your wedding for alterations. There are however rush options on some of our dresses, so if your timeline looks different please send us an email at hello@allorabridal.co.za we will assist you with different options to get your dream dress in a shorter timeline.
I live overseas, but am getting married in South Africa, would you be able to assist me?
Yes of course - we have quite a lot of international brides that visit us and say YES to their dream dress at our boutique. With our international brides the alterations timeline works a little bit different but we work with you and your timeline to make sure your dress fits perfectly.
How does dress payment work?
When purchasing a dress, we require a 60% deposit, thereafter we will order your dress. The remaining 40% is payable when the dress arrives in store. When hiring a dress and purchasing a sample dress, we require a 100% payment.
How long does it take for my dress to arrive?
It depends on the designer - but the lead time is anything between 4 to 6 months. We will keep you updated throughout the whole process about your delivery date and will arrange your alterations appointment with you in advance.
Do you do alterations in-house?
Yes, we have lovely seamstresses that make sure your dress fits perfectly.