Wedding dress hire or purchase in Sydney

You can lease or purchase your wedding gown at Moon Bridal in Pyrmont, Sydney. If you are searching for wedding dress hire, this guide helps you compare the two options and prepare questions about costs, collection and care.

Lease or purchase?

A lease means returning the gown after wearing it. Buying means keeping it, with storage and care to arrange after the wedding. If you want to keep your dress, think about where it will go at home and ask how to store it.

Compare the costs for the gown you are considering. Ask for the full amount for each option and what it includes. Write the answers side by side, with any separate costs underneath. Keep unanswered questions on the same page so you can resolve them before agreeing.

Our vintage and handmade gown guide has advice on inspecting a dress. You can also browse our Moon brides to see gowns worn on wedding days.

What to ask before leasing

Ask us about terms at your appointment. Bring your wedding date and check the practical details for the gown:

• When would I collect it, and when would I need to return it?
• What does the lease amount cover? Is anything charged separately?
• Who arranges cleaning, and what care instructions would I need to follow?
• What should I do if the gown is marked or damaged?

Put the proposed collection and return dates in your calendar alongside your wedding plans. If you will be away immediately after the celebration, check how you would manage the return. Ask what happens if your plans change before agreeing to the dates.

Keep a copy of the terms with the cost information. Check that both refer to the dress you have chosen. If a date or charge is unclear, ask for it to be explained before you decide.

Allow for the rest of your wedding clothes

Moon Bridal also has reception dresses, along with accessories and styling in our services. If you plan to change dresses, include both in your clothing budget. Add the cost of a veil or shoes separately so your gown comparison uses the same total budget for either option.

Read the Pyrmont fitting details before booking. Make an appointment to try gowns and ask about leasing or purchasing the dress you choose.