The gown story according to Vera Wang

"For most women, the wedding gown represents far more than a dress. It is the embodiment of a dream, perhaps one nurtured since childhood. Then, add considerations of tradition, propriety, sensuality and fashion, and capture all of that in one dress". Vera Wang.

Vera Wang gives you more information on the gown and hopes it will help you direct your passion and energy in selecting the perfect gown for your most special and cherished day.

Elements of design
Five brides
Fabrics, form & function

Vera Wang is available in Australia at Helen Rodrigues.

Designer sample sale, 15 -17 Nov 2008

Up to 40% savings on many ex catwalk, show gowns and samples. 3 days only.

Gowns include designs by Vera Wang, Suzanne Neville, Alan Hannah and Jenny Packham.

Saturday 15 November 2008 - by appointment
Sunday 16 November 2008 - by appointment
Monday 17 November 2008 - by appointment

Book early to avoid disappointment! Call Helen Rodrigues on 02 9904 5700 to confirm your appointment.

Payment by cash, visa or mastercard.

Mornings With Kerri-Anne

Helen Rodrigues Shapewear was featured on 'Mornings With Kerri-Anne' on 3rd October 2008.

It's what's underneath that counts

You have worked hard to look and feel great on your special day. Now go even further!

Enhance your waist, have slender thighs, encourage your butt and look glamorous all over.

Behind every beautiful bride there is Helen Rodrigues Shapewear®. After all, it’s what’s underneath that counts!

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Prepare to party

It’s the party season with Spring Carnival followed by the Christmas party circuit, New Year’s Eve and summer, and this year is going to be better than ever! Helen Rodrigues is the queen of party frocks by celebrity favourites Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, Oscar De La Renta and Jenny Packham.

She knows what a woman wants when it comes to looking her best with the Helen Rodrigues Shapewear® range to help you prepare for your party season. With a range of fourteen undergarments designed to enhance your curves and streamline your silhouette underneath the season’s hottest fashion frocks. Made in Brazil, the home of beautiful women, the quality fit means you can indulge this season without worrying about added inches because Helen Rodrigues Shapewear® have got you covered.

From briefs to leggings and body suits in nude and black the Helen Rodrigues Shapewear® collection knows it’s what’s underneath that counts.

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Oscar's advice on choosing a wedding gown

In a recent article on Brides.com, Oscar de la Renta writes about choosing a gown inspired by a sense of place.

Oscar ends the article by saying, "A wedding gown should be a reflection of the bride's own individuality. My best advice for a bride is to choose a dress that suits her personal style, so that in years to come she can still look back on that day and feel she was her most beautiful."

The Oscar de la Renta bridal collection is arriving in Jan 2009 and will be available in Australia only at Helen Rodrigues.

In Oscar's own words

"My designs are known for their beautiful ornamentation, details, fabrics, and embroideries – which are never more important than on a wedding dress.” Oscar de la Renta

Oscar de la Renta is available in Australia only at Helen Rodrigues.