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Jess Spencer
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Was amazing!! So helpful and patient would 100% recommend
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I had the best experience with Donna and her beautiful bridal store! This was the first time I have tried on dresses and had travelled from Auckland. Donna was absolutely amazing from start to finish—so warm, welcoming, patient, and genuinely invested in helping me find my perfect dress. She made the whole experience feel so special and stress-free, and her knowledge and attention to detail were incredible. The store itself is gorgeous, with a beautiful selection of dresses and an isle with a mirror at the end so you can see how your dress would look when you walk. Donna’s personal service made all the difference. I felt truly looked after and listened to throughout the entire process. I couldn’t recommend Donna and her bridal store highly enough. If you’re looking for your dream wedding dress and a truly lovely experience, definitely go and see Donna!
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Words cant explain how amazing this experience was, from the moment we walked in the door. Beautifully decorated and smelled amazing without being overpowering. I am a bigger girly and usually get uncomfortable shopping. The staff make you feel amazing, listen without judgement and.... I said yes to the dress. 100% recommend this amazing team, they are all about making you feel stunning, not just trying to push the most expensive dress.
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Hailey Hamilton
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Amazing dresses with beautiful details
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Tanya Chad
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Great service with really beautiful dresses. The ladies know their stuff and make the experience magic. Thank you so much.
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Hope Hamilton
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The showroom is absolutely stunning! The dresses are incredible staff are wonderful!!! Rochelle is absolutely incredible made us all feel so welcome!
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THE DONNA RAE Experience

We’re here to give you the experience of a lifetime while finding your perfect gown. Think of us as your bridal dream team, dedicated to bringing you the best service and value in a gorgeous boutique setting.

From swoon-worthy dresses to real-talk advice, we’ve got your back every step of the way. Ready to explore Southland’s most stunning, one-of-a-kind collection? Hey Future Mrs, we can’t wait to help you find the one that will make your heart skip a beat!

You deserve the Donna Rae experience that everyone talks about

FIND YOUR DESIGNER
BEAUTIFUL GOWNS FOR EVERY STYLE & INVESTMENT

Explore our exquisite selection of wedding dresses, perfectly suited for every bride.

Feel Beautiful, Comfortable, and Confident x

Say YES, Girl!

Your moment, your dress, your YES!

Get ready for that iconic “YES!” moment with us. We’ll be cheering you on from the dressing room as you find the gown that makes you feel like the most stunning version of yourself.

Our Facebook is filled with glowing brides holding up their “Yay, I found my dream dress!” sign, and we can’t wait to add you to the collection!

Brides come from all over, not just for the dress but for that moment of pure, joyful celebration. We promise, the dress of your dreams is waiting, and we can’t wait to help you find it.

Our Boutique

98 Leven Street,
Invercargill

Accessories that’ll make you feel like the bridal goddess you are.

Your Style, Your Dream, Your Dress

Your happily ever after starts here

Book Your Appointment

Reserve your spot online for a personalised, appointment-only experience. Our boutique’s warm, pink, floral-filled atmosphere ensures you’ll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

Let Us Discover Your Style

Our expert stylists will take the time to get to know you, handpicking dresses from our collection of 350+ gowns that match your unique style and vision. All you need to do is relax and enjoy the fun, stress-free process.

Say “Yes” with Confidence

Leave feeling fabulous with a gown that perfectly suits your big day. We offer a stunning range of styles, sizes, and budgets—plus accessories to complete your look!

Your Dream Dress Journey

Every bride gets the royal treatment from the moment you step through our doors.

Our bubbly, friendly stylists are pros at knowing every gown inside and out, and they’ll handpick a selection that’s perfectly tailored to your unique style and vision.

You’ll walk into a fun, relaxed atmosphere that feels just as fabulous as you are, where you’ll feel celebrated, confident, and ready to say a big, happy “YES” to your dream dress!

Our Brides

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Say Yay WITH DONNA RAE

Donna Rae Owner of Brides by Donna Rae

Every Bride Has a Story, Let’s Start Yours Together

For nearly a decade, Brides by Donna Rae has been helping brides from all over New Zealand find their dream dresses. Whether you’re local or travelling to us for that “Yes” moment, we’re here to make your experience special, joyful, and all about you.

If you’re ready to find a dress that celebrates you and makes you feel like a queen, then we’d love to meet you.

Donna x

Our Boutique

98 Leven Street
Invercargill

Say yay with Donna Rae

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