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A massive thank you to Anita & the team at Vinka for making my DREAM wedding dress. From the start of the design to the finished gown - I felt so beautiful. Anita involves you in every detail and it's so fun to be a part of this amazing process. I didn't want to take the dress off - it was so stunning. You guys are great and I will forever be recommending Vinka to brides looking for that perfect dress!
Kathryn Mitchell
Anita and her team at Vinka Design created the most beautiful dress for our Wedding Day. The whole process was so easy and they instantly make you feel gorgeous when you put on your dress. The detail and hard work that went into creating the dress and the layers of lace and soft tulle was incredible. I would highly recommend Vinka and her Team for any future bride. We think the end was result was simply stunning xx
Stephanie Watts
Anita and the team made me my dream dress. Everyone loved my dress. The whole experience was incredible. Anita made sure to design my gown around what I wanted with suggestions on how to make it perfect for my body type. If you are looking for a incredible wedding dress you must visit Vinka Design.
Harriet Morris
Wearing a bespoke gown.
We have special moments in life which become lasting memories and one of those is of course getting married. For many brides, the most exciting, daunting and enduring memory is choosing her wedding gown - not just because she wants to look beautiful, but because that gown is a reflection of both her as an individual, and her desire to express herself to her loved one and others on her wedding day. Choosing the appropriate gown to create and reflect that sentiment requires partnership and an ability to understand both the bride-to-be's unique personality and form. Without a doubt, Anita and the entire team at Vinka Design have nailed that formula and offer the most wonderful experience and end product - genuinely custom made gowns for the discerning bride. I felt like part of the family at every step of the way and nothing was too much to ask, create or tweak along the way. Priceless memories were not only created on my special day, but during the process and I can’t recommend Anita and the team more highly! x
Rachel Firman
I had the absolute pleasure of having a custom dress created by VInka Design and cannot speak higher of Anita & her team. Their level of expertise is second to none and I loved every second of the process, right from the initial consultation and through to the final fitting. If you are looking for something uniquely beautiful for your big day then you have to see what the fuss is all about xx
Chloe van Diepenbrugge
Working with Anita to design my dress was the best experience. When you first walk into their showroom you have an instant jaw drop moment because there are so many stunning dresses on display. She also made the process super easy and stress free which is what you need when you are planning a wedding. It needs to be enjoyable and exciting and this is what Vinka are all about. I think I had 5 appointments in total and this is to make sure your dress is perfectly tailored to your figure and my dress was nothing short of amazing. I would highly recommend Anita and the Vinka team to any bride I know :)
Darby Fullerton
THE BEST DRESS EVER!!!!! Thank you so, so much from the bottom of my heart for making the most stunning wedding dress. Anita and her team did such an excellent job. The quality of their work and fabrics was certainly reflected in my dress. It fitted absolutely perfectly. I felt so comfortable and beautiful in my dress. The whole experience was such fun and it was really easy too. You absolutely aced it. Thank you very much xx
Rachel Forbes
From the moment I met Anita I could see how skilled and passionate she is about her designs and how important it is to her to ensure all her brides feel beautiful and special on their wedding day. The dresses from Vinka are actually made in house by their team and to your measurements, unlike other places where you are unknowingly buying a dress that was made offshore to standard sizing and then is being altered to fit you. So the end result from Vinka is a stunning NZ designed AND NZ made gown that fits flawlessly and is the dress of your dreams. I am SO in love with my dress. It fits me perfectly and is more beautiful that I could have hoped for. I think every single guest at my wedding asked me where it came from and who made it - even the men! Everyone wanted to touch the lace and everyone wanted to know where I found such a stunning dress. Anita and her team achieved what they set out to do - I felt truly beautiful and special. What more could a bride ask for?! Anita, from the bottom of my heart thank you so much for making my dream dress for me and for making the entire process so enjoyable, relaxing, reassuring and fun. Your skills are just incredible. xx Sarah
Sarah Morell
My dream dress which Anita so beautifully created was just PERFECTION. Her attention to detail makes each dress she creates a bespoke masterpiece. Each dress is made to fit to your body (not like the other dress shops where you are buying off the hangar!), and you are not limited by what you see on her shelves - if you want to change the lace, style or if have your own design in mind, Anita will make it happen!
I felt like a princess on our wedding day and wish we could do it all again just so I can slip into my dress again! (Might just do that anyway so for those coming around for coffee unannounced don't be surprised if you see me dressed in white!)
I cannot thank Anita and Helena enough for their amazing service!! Whenever I was uncertain about anything they gave me good, genuine advice. I could not recommend them more if you are looking for your dream dress!
Emily & Jono
Wearing a bespoke gown.
Anita and team I cannot thank you enough for creating my dream wedding dress (at short notice)!
I had no idea what I wanted when I walked in the shop. But I knew as soon as I met Anita I wanted her to make my gown, and it is an experience I will never forget.
My dress on the day was just so perfect, from the cherry blossom lace to the way it moved in the wind I am utterly delighted.
Thank you again
Morven & Rory
I don’t know how to thank Anita and her team from Vinka Design enough. I and everyone at the wedding was madly in love with my dress. When I first started looking for dresses, I found it hard to find the right dress for my size, I tried on so many and nothing got me excited....until I walked through the doors at Vinka Design. As soon as I met Anita, I knew this was the place, her professionalism, exciting attitude, fun and loving personality made every fitting enjoyable. She never made me worry about my size or shape. My dress was perfect, absolutely beautiful. At the very last fitting I didn’t want to take it off. You could see the amazing detail and care that went into it. I will always recommend Vinka Design as they helped to make my day the most special/amazing day I could ever have asked for. Thank you, thank you, thank you. xx
Harriet Morris
Wearing a bespoke gown.
Dear Anita, thank you so much for the wonderful experience and the gorgeous dress you made me. I had the best day ever – I loved my dress, and so did everyone else! I Honestly danced the night away! I had a blast. Thanks for such a lovely experience. You’re the best.
Sasha and Trent
Wearing a bespoke Roma gown from our Modern Muse collection with an additional split.
Would highly recommend going to see Vinka Bridal if you are looking for your dream wedding dress. Anita was a charm to work with and was all ears about every little stitch and snip I wanted.
I walked in found my dream dress and didn't look anywhere else.
She was uplifting and also made me feel very comfortable throughout the whole procedure which made me excited for every visit I had.
Thank you so much Anita!!
Nicole Latouf
Wearing the Sashia gown from our Parisian Dream collection .
Soo happy with these people. Besides being great to work with, they're efficient and do an amazing job. What helped hugely was having the fabric and a large selection of laces already there to select from. Only needed 3 or 4 fittings including the initial consult and came home with the dress of my dreams. THANK YOU Anita and team!
Zoe Herd
Wearing a bespoke heavy silk satin gown.
As an, ahem, "older" bride getting married for the second time, I had a very good idea of what kind of dress I wanted to wear, so instead of traipsing through countless bridal stores I contacted the gorgeous Anita at Vinka Design. The whole process from consultation, design sketches, choosing from an exquisite range of laces and fabrics, the fittings and finally trying on my finished gown was so much fun and stress free! The gown that Anita created for me was stunning. It was flattering to my body shape, sexy without being overly revealing, fitted me like a glove and most importantly was comfortable to wear! Anita and her team are incredibly talented, seemingly unflappable and the quality of workmanship is superb. Because I knew the dress fit me so well, I felt confident and relaxed on our wedding day and the compliments I received were endless. I cannot recommend Anita and her amazing team of craftswomen highly enough for a gown that is uniquely yours, expertly constructed and will wow your partner, family and friends!
Jan MacKinnon
Wearing a bespoke gown.
To the beautiful Anita. Thank you for making me feel like a princess on my big day. Planning a wedding certainly isn’t easy, but the process was made so much better with the weekly appointments with you! You have such a kind and gentle soul and I really treasure my process of making my dress with you. You will always hold such a special place in my heart. Much love.
Alex Henkin
Wearing a bespoke gown, a combination of Alex's and Anita's ideas.
Walking into Vinka design for the first time was just breath taking! Looking around and seeing so many outstanding gowns was a very cool feeling. I knew I was in the right place!! Having Anita make my wedding dress was just the most incredible experience - everything was so stress free. She knows exactly what will suit your body shape and how to make you look perfect for your special day. From start to finish Anita looked after me, I found it hard to choose the final dress as there were multiple that I wanted! The end product was the most STUNNING gown that I was absolutely stoked with. I couldn’t stress enough how amazing this experience was!! And completely recommend Vinka Design to help you find your perfect gown. Thanks again Anita for all your hard work to make my dream gown
Elese Wilkie
Wearing a bespoke version of our Isabel gown from the Heart of Havana collection.
I could not recommend Anita and her team at Vinka Design enough. Anita created the most beautiful gown for my wedding day. I had so many comments from guests on how stunning it was and asking where I got it. It was such a wonderful experience from initial consultation and sketches through to picking the lace and seeing the final design come together. Their craftsmanship is incredible, fabric and laces are exquisite and the fit was just perfect. I felt a million dollars on the day and could not have been happier. Anita – your dresses stand out a mile from any other and you nail the fit every time, which is so important. Thank you so much to you and your team for creating my dream dress xx Anyone looking at finding their dream gown should definitely visit Vinka!
Melissa Connell
Wearing a bespoke gown. Melissa loved the fit of our gowns and wanted us to create her a custom gown.
Anita is the most beautiful person inside and out I have ever met! She made choosing a dress a really wonderful experience, and there were so many exquisite designs to fall in love with! My Ivy dress fitted perfectly and I have never felt so gorgeous in all my life. It was comfortable from the moment I put it on to the very end of the night. The material is top quality and the design was perfect down to every stitch, it stood up to the Manawatu wind and rain and looked amazing every second. Thank you so much to Anita and all your team and Vinka.
Hannah Lowry
Wearing a bespoke Ivy gown from our Heart of Havana collection.
Thank you so much for designing and making my dream wedding dress! I felt like a goddess and I’ll never forget Rob’s expression at his ‘first look’. You and you team are absolute rock stars. Thank you so much.
Kimberly and Robert
Wearing a bespoke gown - Kimberly loved the lace we used for the Annalie gown from the Heart of Havana collection and wanted to incorporate that into her own.
To Anita and your amazing team, Thank you for creating my dream dress. I appreciate every stitch (and there were many), that went into your masterpiece. You and everyone of your team are amazing human beings.
Mariska & Tim
Wearing a bespoke gown. Mariska loved the fit of our Sara gown from An Oriental Affair collection but wanted a different lace and separate tulle overskirt.
I was blown away by the exceptional customer service and incredible talent from Anita and the team at Vinka Design. I highly, HIGHLY recommend others to go to Vinka for their wedding dress – don’t look anywhere else! At the first meeting, Anita was able to put all of the ideas I had in my head, down on paper and sketched the dream wedding dress for me within a couple of minutes. I was SO impressed! From there, the process was super enjoyable and stress free. Vinka Design knows how to enhance your best features and was able to design a dress of the highest quality to fit my body perfectly. The end product was freaking fantastic. The dress was absolutely stunning and exceeded all of my expectations. Words can’t do it justice to describe how I felt and how the dress looked on the day. Thank you so much Anita and team – you absolute legends! Vinka Design is so special and unique and certainly stands out from the rest. Thank you thank you thank you! 💕
Rebecca McLean
Wearing a bespoke gown. Rebecca loved the fit of our gowns and wanted us to create her a custom gown.
Beautiful experience from start to finish!
I really struggled to find the dress I had designed in my head, so having a custom made dress by Anita and the Vinka team meant I could create exactly what I had envisioned.
I loved being involved in the design and seeing it come to life!
Kelsi Harris
Wearing a bespoke gown. Kelsi fell in love with the shape of our Iris gown but wanted a different bodice using the same lace as our Alexia gown. Both gown s are from our Heart of Havana collection .
I would highly recommend Anita and the wonderful team at Vinka Design. Their incredible customer service and design ability provided me with the dress of my dreams. Thank you again for the gorgeous detail and a dress that I loved and felt amazing in on our wedding day.
Emmalee Rose
Wearing the Annalie gown from our Heart of Havana collection.
Dear Anita, thanks again for making my dream dress. I truly felt like a princess all day. It was so comfortable and so flattering. You and your team were so easy to work with and so knowledgeable. I really appreciate the effort you went to even though I was based in Hong Kong.
Anna & Ben
Wearing a bespoke gown.
Wow, what an absolutely magical day Sept 1st was. I couldn't have dreamt for a more amazing day and my dress was such a key part of that, I felt incredible. Thank you SO much for the masterpiece you created for my big day, my vision came to life. Mum and I absolutely loved the entire process of having my dress made with you. You made us feel so excited throughout the entire process and the end result was just incredible. Thank you for making me feel like such a beautiful bride. The lead up and the day was just amazing. Tyler and I would love to do it all over again.
Amy & Tyler
Wearing a bespoke gown. Amy loved the fit of our gowns and wanted us to create her a custom gown.
Thank you Anita and team for my absolutely stunning dress. I absolutely loved it and you were just so great to deal with! You really made the whole process very memorable and I'm delighted to say I made it through the whole day without fainting! Thanks again - people are still speaking about my dress.
Paige
Wearing a bespoke Francesca gown from the Modern Muse collection.
Anita and her team are a class above, if you want a bespoke wedding gown with a perfect fit then look no further than Vinka Design. I chose a look from Anita's gowns at her showroom and the team at Vinka then bought my custom gown to life. My wedding dress is a work of art, with the most gorgeous hand sewn details, for which Anita has the perfect eye. Thank you so much for my stunning dress, which was a joy to wear as the fit was just perfect.
Catherine Carleton
Wearing a bespoke Rose gown from the Heart of Havana collection.
Dear Anita, I just wanted to say a GIGANTIC thank you for making my dream dress a reality. It was absolutely stunning and I felt like a princess on the best day of my life. You are so incredibly talented and I appreciate you so much!
Sabrina & Andrew
Wearing a bespoke gown. Sabrina loved the fit of our gowns and wanted us to create her a custom gown.
I was beyond pleased with my wedding dress experience, thanks to Anita and her team at Vinka Design. I had a dress in mind but had been struggling to find the right one or designer on my search. Then I met Anita... Right from the first meeting, I knew that I would end up with a beautifully crafted dress that I loved and would feel totally comfortable in on my big day. I appreciated that Anita never made me feel rushed or stressed and she put me at ease and every time I went for a fitting. I especially love that Vinka's dresses are designed and created in the very next room. Anita gave expert advice to create the most flattering design and I ended up with a dress even better than I had imagined! I felt truly amazing on my wedding day and had so many comments on my beautiful dress. I will treasure it forever - thank you!
Alex
Wearing a bespoke gown, similar to our Alicia gown from the Heart of Havana collection.
Anita from Vinka design was absolutely amazing in helping me create my dream wedding dress! She made me feel so relaxed and comfortable, she knew my body type and style more than I did. I couldn't have picked my dream reception dress without all of her help and support. The quality of the dresses Anita creates exceeds all others, the attention to detail offers all brides, no matter your price range something a lot of places don't offer. I cannot recommend Vinka Design more! xx
Jen McKerrow
Wearing a bespoke reception gown.
Thank you so so much much for Creating the dress of my dreams. I'm still so obsessed, it was everything I dreamt of and more. You were such a gem to work with, I miss popping in for fittings! Always was a laugh, I trusted you completely with the vision. All the best Anita, and thank you again,I will be treasuring my dress forever.
Melissa & Aarron
Wearing a bespoke Kerrie gown from the Parisian Dream collection.
I came across Vinka Design when I first started gathering wedding dress inspiration. After pouring through endless photos of gowns online, and trying on my fair share of nice dresses at other stores that just weren’t ‘the one’, I had a strong feeling that I would find that dress at Vinka, and I did! I absolutely adored my gown, it was so perfect, and I had so many compliments on the day. Anita was so fabulous to work with, she made my dream dress a reality and put my mind at ease which is exactly what an anxious bride to be needs. Anita knew what styles suited my body shape best and worked with this in mind. You can trust that she will only put you in something that looks stunning on you. I could not recommend Anita and her team more!
Megan & Tim
Wearing a bespoke gown.
The minute I saw the Vinka website I dreamed about them making my wedding dress and as soon as I emailed Anita the dream became reality. I loved my dress from top to toe. It was absolutely incredible! Wish I could wear it every day. I wanted something a bit different and Anita and team could not have done a better job. Anita made the process so easy, fitting in appointments around my trips to Auckland. Anita is a design genius, incredibly talented and always professional. Thank you Vinka Design for bringing by dream dress to life. xxx
Katie
Wearing a bespoke gown.
I had an idea in my mind of what I wanted in a dress but I couldn’t find it. After visiting some wedding dress shops I was left feeling disappointed and a little disheartened. I hadn’t wanted to spend a lot of time shopping but wasn’t having a lot of luck in finding a wedding dress. My last appointment was with Anita and she did not disappoint. The initial meeting was so easy, comfortable and fun. I tried on a few dresses and described to Anita the elements of each that I loved, she grabbed out her drawing pad and began to sketch. There was my dress on paper within an hour of meeting Anita! It was a hassle free process from there and going in for fittings and chatting with Anita was always a lot of fun. The end result was stunning, it was just what I had imagined and more. Anita is incredibly talented and makes you feel so comfortable throughout the process, I couldn’t recommend her more.
Marisa
Wearing a bespoke gown.
Vinka Design created the most stunning dress for me - unique and beautiful. I felt graceful and elegant but also comfortable, and everybody loved the dress. The hand beading and attention to detail was truly worth every dollar. Thank you Anita.
Anna
Anita and the team at Vinka are so AMAZING and an absolute dream to deal and work with. As soon as I walked into Vinka it was a WOW experience- I knew instantly that I would love to work with Anita and there is no one else that I would have had to make my wedding dress. Anita's knowledge guided me to finding the perfect wedding gown. Anita is so passionate and lovely and goes above and beyond to deliver the perfect gown. My beautiful gown was so perfect and I love it so much- it fitted me like a glove. There is nothing more special then seeing your gown going through the stages of being made. Anita's attention to detail, passion, creativeness is AMAZING and I am so truly grateful that she was able to make my gown. Thank you Anita and the team at Vinka.
Nikki & Korey
Wearing a bespoke Ranjani gown.
Thank you Anita for bringing my dream dress to life. I absolutely loved wearing it and had so many compliments from family and friends saying how exquisite it was. The way it fitted me so perfectly and the amazing lace details that were so clearly crafted with so much love and care. It really shows that you love what you do, and love making each bride feel so special! Thank you again.
Helen & Mark
Wearing a bespoke gown. Helen loved the bodice and lace from the Sabrina gown in our Modern Muse collection, but wanted the skirt from the Clara dress in our Heart of Havana collection.
Thank you Anita I couldn't have dreamed of a more perfect dress for my special day. Anita captured everything I wanted and it was lovely to be involved each step of the way with no stress whatsoever. My dress fitted like a glove and it was stunning, I received so many lovely comments on the day and these are still coming! Thank you for creating my dream dress, if I had my time over I would 100% choose Vinka Design to be on create my dress! The whole process was fun with Anita and she really is an expert in what she does!
Tegan & Travis
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
I had the most amazing experience with Anita and her team and Vinka. Anita made me feel so welcomed and special through the entire process of designing my gown. She is a lovely person inside and out and incredibly talented as well. My gown was everything I had wanted and more. I got so many compliments from people letting me know it was the most beautiful dress they had ever seen. If you are thinking about going with Vinka design for your wedding, do not hesitate definitely contact Anita so she can work her magic for you.
Catharine
Wearing a bespoke Annalie gown from the Heart of Havana collection.
I honestly can't recommend Anita at Vinka Design enough! My dress was beautiful, I had so many lovely compliments! Her work is exquisite, attention to detail fantastic, nothing is too much trouble!
Camilla & Aaron
Wearing a bespoke Sienna gown.
Can’t say enough good things about Anita and the team at Vinka Design. She made me feel so relaxed and created the most amazingly beautiful dress for me for my big day. The dress fit me perfectly and I totally wasn’t expecting my wedding dress to be one of the most comfortable things I have ever worn! I had so many comments about it on the day and my husband Tom loved it. I’m so sad I can’t wear it again! Thank you so so much xxx
Karena & Tom
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
Anita made me the most beautiful wedding dress I could have ever asked for, and it was the most enjoyable and stress-free part of my entire wedding. Mum and I are genuinely going to miss our visits to ‘Vinka Design’, and I will be recommending her to all of my friends who are looking for an incredible wedding dress, with her incredible imported fabrics and exceptional craftsmanship. I wouldn’t have changed a single thing! I would do anything to repeat the entire experience again!! Thank you Anita. xxxx
Hannah & Campbell
Wearing a bespoke gown. Hannah fell in love with the Sara gown from our Oriental Affair collection, but used the lace from the Katrina gown from our Parisian Dream collection with a detachable silk dupion overskirt.
I just wanted to take the time to write you the BIGGEST thank you for creating my beautiful wedding dress. You were a dream to work with. I was so nervous about my dress at the beginning not being the 'typical' body shape, but not only was the dress divine, the process working with you was a total treat. You made me feel like an absolute goddess throughout. My dress fit like a glove and I felt sensational in it all day and night - I didn't want to take it off! Also you were right, people were shocked to discover I had a waist and the number of compliments I got on your design was incredible. So once again, thank you, thank you, thank you. Now that it is all over I'm enjoying following all your latest creations on Instagram whilst wishing I could wear my dress again, ha!
Kristin
Wearing a bespoke Briar gown from the Parisian Dream collection.
Thank you Anita and the team for making me my dream wedding dress! I felt so spoilt to have such a beautiful gown and received so many compliments. My dress was one of my highlights for sure. You are just so good at what you do!
Olivia & Brayden
Wearing a bespoke version of our Madeline gown.
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.
Julianne & Ryan
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
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
Melissa & Lachlan
Wearing an original Delta gown from the Parisian Dream collection.
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
Sara & Ben
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
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
Amber & Rhys
Wearing a bespoke Vinka 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 evryday!! (you will be happy to know that the shrinking woman has finally stopped shrinking); thank you again so much, you are freakin' AWESOME! xxx
Briar & Cory
Wearing a bespoke Briar gown from the Parisian Dream collection .
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!!
Haley & Mike
Wearing bespoke. Haley fell in love with our Sabrina gown from the Modern Muse collection but we made her gown with different lace.
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!
Karen & Blair
Wearing a bespoke Alice gown.
Thank you so much for creating my dream dress. I absolutely adored my dress and it was perfect. I felt amazing on the day and have had so many compliments on the dress. The whole process from meeting you at the brdal show through to the finished product was amazing and you and your team made it so stress-free. I love my dress so much and wish I could wear it every day. Thank you so much, you are amazing xxx
Hannah & Ryan
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
Thank you so much for creating such a beautiful dress for my wedding, it was absolutely stunning and I loved the whole process of having it made after being quite anti from a previous experience of having a dress made. The dress made me feel a million bucks and I just wish I could wear it again!!
Sarah & Alex
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
What can I say about Anita and her wonderful team at Vinka Design ... They are the only people in the world that made me relax while planning a wedding! They were extremely friendly and Anita's bubbly personality could make me go from crying my eyes out, thinking the world was ending to smiling and laughing hysterically! Any issues I had with ANY aspect of the wedding she was more than happy to talk through and offered a million ways to help solve whatever crisis I thought I was in. Now for the dress ... Omg I can't even begin to describe how breathtakingly beautiful my gown was. I must admit I thought I had done something terrible the day after I handed over my deposit to her for agreeing to buy a dress off a drawing. Multiple times ringing my mum in a panic! What if I didn't like it? What if Anita didn't understand what I wanted? I knew that Anita was the lady I wanted to make my dress after meeting her at the Bride and Groom show the year before and I should trust my instincts. Turns out my instincts were right and the dress was in INCREDIBLE! Just the right amount of volume, and the lace! Omg! The week before my final fitting we were still playing around with ideas and I decided I wanted something small coming off the shoulder and within 5 minutes we had our idea sorted, pinned onto the dress and Anita promised it would be done. Their craftsmanship is second to none! Would I recommend Anita and Vinka Design to anyone in the future? Absolutely. While their dresses are a little more than others, the process and manner in which they work is so relaxed and easy going, and don't stress because it will all be worth it! Who doesn't want to look their best on their wedding day? A perfectly customized couture gown from, in my opinion, the leading bridal designers in New Zealand. If my review can't convince you then make an appointment with Anita and see for yourself
Kat Jackson
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
Thank you so much for making me the most stunning gown for my special day. It was so enjoyable working with you, mum and I had so much fun at each fitting. You made it such a simple process from start to finish. I knew my dress was the one thing I did not need to worry about! We tell evry new bride that they must come to Vinka! You ladies are so talented! Tim and I had the most incredible day - wish we could relive the whole day all over again!
Helena & Tim
Wearing a bespoke Delta gown from our Parisian Dream collection.
All I can say is that I felt like such a princess on my wedding day. Everyone complimented my dress and two months later people still mention how gorgeous it was. After being overwhelmed with the style/fit of ready made dresses, Anita was such a breath of fresh air. While I myself had no clue what would suit my figure (other than saying "Make me look pretty!"), Anita had a vision from the first day - she knew straight away how to make me look gorgeous. Not only did Anita and her team do a flawless job throughout, but she also made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. She is definitely someone who you can have a laugh with - this was needed when we were getting close to the wedding day. Anita worked so hard on my dress and had to constantly make adjustments due to me losing weight. Overall I wish I could rate Vinka a 10 out of 5 as I was just so impressed and thrilled with the final outcome. You made such a masterpiece for me and it is something I will always treasure. I look forward to being able to pass it down to the next generation someday xx
Ayesha Cooper-Redgwell
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
Wow what an amazing experience. My dress is beyond anything I could of dreamed of. I knew I wanted a bespoke gown but wasn't fully aware of all that it entailed. Anita ensured every contour of my body was measured to ensure that every aspect of the dress was complimentary. I have never received so many compliments or felt more beautiful in my life. It is definitely an experience every bride should have. I never felt stressed about my dress and again words can not fully convey the true beauty of this dress, it will be cherished forever.
Jessica & Michael
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!
Amy & Kris
Wearing a bespoke Rajni 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.
Louise & Ryan
Wearing a bespoke Vinka 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
Stacey & Hamish Patterson
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
The talented team and Vinka Design will help you create a very special dress for your big day. Stress free, collaborative and full of creative ideas nothing was too hard for these ladies. The masterpiece I walked out with made me feel stunning and incredibly special. There really are no words, and I can't say THANK YOU enough. An absolute must stop by when looking for someone you can count on to make you look your best.
Danielle & Nick
Wearing bespoke. Danielle fell in love with the Sashia gown from the Parisian Dream collection with additional beading over the top.
What an amazing dress you created for me! When I was on my initial dress search I felt a bit overwhelmed by all the different shops, options, designers and recommendations and was really worried I wouldn't find something perfect for my day. But when I walked into your shop didn't feel pressured and you were so helpful! Loved the final result and had so many comments on what a beautiful stunning dress it was on the day! Thanks so much Anita, totally recommended you to everyone!! x
Rachel & Grant
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.
Jane Kite
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
Candice & Michael
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
I could not have wished for more from Anita and her talented dress making team. My dress was handmade to fit my body and the design adjusted to suit my personal preferences. You will feel amazing walking the aisle in a Vinka dress. Thank you!
Antonia Elliott
After visiting at least a dozen bridal shops and trying on countless dresses, Anita at Vinka was exactly what I needed. Her exquisite gowns were beautifully crafted and she reassured me that whichever one I chose would fit me perfectly. It was a huge weight off knowing that there was a true professional taking care of my dress and making sure I looked my best. Worth every penny. Thanks Anita!
Rebecca Divett
Anita has done a fantastic job for my day! I always wanted a beautiful and special elegant dress for my day and the moment I stepped into her store she knew what was the best for me. I love the lower back and cape she has created for me. Cape style was definitely one of my and Anita's unique taste. Our fitting time always filled up with laughs and I totally enjoyed it. Highly recommend her exceptional and professional service to all the brides who are looking for the perfect dress of your special day!
Belle Zhang
Wearing a bespoke Vinka gown.
All words seem to be in adequate when trying to describe how incredible Vinka Design is. Anita, Sanet and Garda were nothing short of my fairy god mothers. My wedding dress was nothing short of a fairy tale. The detailing was breath taking, my family and friends spent the day complementing how beautiful it was. It was a privilege to wear. You made my dreams come true.
Rebecca Higgins
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