Testimonials

I visited the team at Vinka after having already purchased a wedding dress which I was having serious doubts about. Despite knowing that I already had a dress (and the purchase of a second was probably unlikely), they had all the time in the world for me. Like all their work, the dress which they ended up designing was stunning, and even better than I had imagined. I absolutely loved it. During the fitting process I found out I was pregnant; Anita took this in her stride and dealt with my changing shape in such a considerate and understanding manner with not a hint of frustration. I could not recommend Anita and her team more highly; their attention to detail and passion for the dresses they design and make is second to none.

Wearing a bespoke Rose gown.

Before I was even engaged I had planned out my dream wedding dress in my head. After hearing my mum rave about ‘Vinka Design’ I made an appointment with Anita immediately and from the moment I stepped into her studio I knew my dream dress would be a reality. I cannot recommend Anita and her team enough. You ladies went the extra mile for me hand stitching every single flower onto the most perfect piece of lace .. and then stitching even MORE when I asked for it. I never heard the word “No” or “I cant” you created the most perfect gown for my day and I felt like a powerful, beautiful “I can do anything” Bride. As stressful as weddings can be my wedding dress was the last thing on my mind because I knew I was in more than capable hands. Thank you Anita for being so warm and funny and welcoming, making all the awkward niggly fittings a piece of cake and getting every last bit of fabric to flow. I am obsessed with my dress, I wish I could wear it again! thank you thank you thank you! – Candice xoxo

Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.

I cannot recommend Vinka Design enough! Anita and her team made me my absolute dream wedding gown. With first going to Vinka Design, knowing I wanted a N.Z made gown and then going to look at a few other places I decided to go with my first… I cannot recommend Vinka Design enough! Anita and her team made me my absolute dream wedding gown. With first going to Vinka Design, knowing I wanted a N.Z made gown and then going to look at a few other places I decided to go with my first instinct and have a bespoke gown designed by Vinka Design. Every single gown in the shop was just stunning and a real inspiration it was so hard to choose, but with the help from Anita I got myself the most beautiful gown of all. Thank you all so much, I felt like the most beautiful bride…I had people asking me where it was from as it was just gorgeous. I can’t stop looking at it and just want to wear it all over again. Anita made the process all so easy and she really knows what she is talking about which was so helpful.

Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.

WOW! How do I even put into words just how amazing my dress, experience and wedding day was, because of Anita and her team. My dress was simply perfect for me, and somehow Anita knew that. From day one she made me feel at ease trying on gowns I would not usually try, her team are so professional, yet passionate, warm and bubbly and you just can’t help but enjoy being around them and feeling like the most beautiful woman and bride to be. I was so excited to be able to see the process of the dress being made, and appreciate the hard work these ladies put into it. The end result was so stunning and it was MINE. Everyone complimented me and my dress and I felt so GOOD. I would tell every bride to be to go see Anita!! Her dresses are like no other and they really are the most amazing people who want to see you find your perfect gown. THANK YOU!

Wearing a bespoke Rajni gown

Dear Anita and her wonderful team, Thank you for making me the happiest bride, not only on the day but at each and every fitting. One of my most special aspects of having a dress made was seeing the dress come to life. You made the process so enjoyable. There was not a stress in the world! Thank you for your wonderful sense of humour, kindness, and true passion for what you do. Stacey Paterson

Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.

I’m not sure I have the words to do justice to how amazing Anita and her team at Vinka Design are. I had heard stories about how stressful it could be finding the perfect wedding dress, but from the moment I stepped inside the studio and met Anita I knew I would be wearing a Vinka gown on my wedding day. The whole process was so easy right from the beginning; the hardest part was choosing a gown from the wonderful collection of designs made from exquisite fabrics and laces. Anita created the most beautiful wedding gown for me. The dress was so much better than I’d dreamed; it fit like a glove and I felt absolutely incredible wearing it. I lost count at the number of compliments received throughout the day about how gorgeous my dress was. I can’t thank Anita and her talented ladies enough. If you are planning your special day, I would highly recommend a visit to Vinka Design – you won’t regret it!

Wearing a bespoke Alice gown.

Dear Anita, I had So many compliments and queries on the dress, could seriously not have askes for it to be more perfect-was an absolute dream, everything about it was So stunning (but of course it was, beacause you are amazing and wanted me to look and feel fantastic- and I DID!). You were seriously such a dream to work with, and we bought the ‘Briar’ to life!!!. I want to wear her everyday!! (you will be happy to know that the shrinking woman has finally stopped shrinking); thank you again so much, you are freakin’ AWESOME! xxx

Wearing a bespoke Briar gown from the Parisian Dream collection .

Anita, Thank you so so so much for creating my dream dress! I really was an Italian princess and you made the whole process smooth and easy going! Thanks so much, Amber xx

Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.

Anita and Vinka Bridal are truely amazing! I came to them with less than 3 weeks till my wedding after having a dress made somewhere else which was a disaster and I was in panic mode. Anita made me the most beautiful dress, more beautiful than I could have imagined. It was so stress free and my appointments were so fun and full of laughter. I wish I had gone to Vinka straight away!!!! I can’t recommend Anita highly enough. Thank you so so much! You are one talented woman!!

Wearing bespoke. Haley fell in love with our Sabrina gown from the Modern Muse collection but we made her gown with different lace.

Anita at Vinka Design is amazing!! My dress was absolutely perfect and it truly made me feel so special! I got many compliments on how gorgeous the dress was and how it suited me perfectly! The whole process from the first consultation to the final fitting was so easy and Anita made the process wonderful and fun. I cannot recommend Vinka Design enough! Thank you so much xx

Wearing an original Delta gown from the Parisian Dream collection.

What an absolute pleasure it was to work with Vinka to design my dream wedding dress. I wanted something a little different and Vinka created a dress that was above and beyond my expectations. After our initial consultation Vinka custom made my beautiful wedding dress. My dress fitted perfectly and the attention to detail was incredible. I will never forget how beautiful I felt on my wedding day. Thank you Anita and the gorgeous Vinka team, what an absolute honour it was work with you.

Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.

Thank you for creating the most exquisitely beautiful dress for my most perfect wedding day. Thank you for being so patient and understanding with me. You truly nailed the brief and made it stress-free and enjoyable for Mum and I. I feel a little sad it is all over now. Thank you again. Love, Sara xx

Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.