Missy Dress is a multi award-winning accessory label and their collection includes over 700 designs from dainty and delicate designs to Art Deco and Old Hollywood inspired statement pieces for classic aisle style. Alongside those bridal delights, Missy Dress also curates one of the largest dedicated collections of coordinating bridesmaid accessories in the New Zealand.
Now, if you're a fan of Downton Abbey or Stricty Come Dancing, you'll have seen some of Missy Dress' designs on screen. Downton's Lady Mary wore the Vintage Wreath tiara and Strictly dancers regularly step out in Missy Dress sparkles. Missy Dress has actually been part of the wedding world since 2004 when founder Victoria Swan noted a gap in the market for beautiful yet affordable accessories. And beautiful they certainly are.
Missy Dress' collection is full of purse-friendly modern-day heirlooms' and their signature style infuses the beauty of bygone eras with a touch of modern charm. Even then most contemporary designs have a subtle vintage influence and every piece has a timeless quality. I can also speak from personal experience.
”That most common response we receive from our brides is that the quality of our jewels exceeded their expectations,”says Victoria. “We use a traditional method of craftsmanship, very similar to precious jewellery, and will only use high quality materials so the fact that our designs have an affordable price tag and yet do not compromise on quality is most definitely appealing to our brides.”
When it comes to our designs, we can be inspired by anything! There's the obvious classic black and white movies, old family photographs, past and current fashion trends etc. Then there's the not-so-obvious such as patterns on vintage homeware, the blend in colours in a beautiful bouquet – I just tend to always have my mind open to spot things that inspire me.
And there's a lot to inspire you in the Missy Dress collection. I absolutely adore so many of their headpieces and tiaras. The Delicate Pearl side tiara with its floral motif always makes me smile while the Exquisite Charm side tiara has a bygone style beauty that I just love. Pearls are always popular for weddings and the Elegance of Pearl earrings are so incredibly sophisticated – the perfect drop earrings for brides. I asked for the Pearls of Glamour necklace just last Christmas and have to say that finding that among my gifts made me so happy! It's just beyond gorgeous and whenever I wear it.
