Victoria
The Victoria gown is defined by the repetition of rounded shaping throughout the corset. From the curved strapless neckline to the sculpted dropped waist, every seam and panel has been designed to follow a continuous flowing line, creating a silhouette that feels both dramatic and beautifully balanced. Crafted from satin, the gown combines strong corset construction with voluminous skirt detailing, allowing shape and proportion to become the focus of the design.
The corset is structured through carefully placed boning channels that contour the body and create definition through the waist. The dropped waist curves gently around the body before extending into sculpted satin forms that frame the hips. This rounded shaping creates a softer interpretation of corsetry, contrasting the precision of the construction with fullness and volume through the lower silhouette.
A lace-up back allows the fit to be adjusted to the wearer, while the full satin skirt creates scale beneath the corset. The result is a gown that feels expressive and sculptural, yet remains grounded in traditional corsetry and dressmaking techniques.
Design Details
- Ivory satin
- Rounded strapless neckline
- Structured corset bodice
- Visible boning detail
- Rounded dropped waist
- Sculpted hip detailing
- Lace-up back
- Full satin skirt
- Extended train
- Custom-made to each bride’s measurements
Located in Stellenbosch, our bridal atelier caters to the modern bride. We offer bespoke custom wedding dresses as well as a range of semi-customisable dresses and a selection of bridal shoes and accessories.
Bosman's Crossing
2 Distillery Road
Onder Papegaaiberg
Stellenbosch
7600
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Located in Stellenbosch, our bridal atelier caters to the modern bride. We offer bespoke custom wedding dresses as well as a range of semi-customisable dresses and a selection of bridal shoes and accessories.
Bosman's Crossing
2 Distillery Road
Onder Papegaaiberg
Stellenbosch
7600
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Choose from two premium fitting options, facilitated by our designer.
Classic Package
A dedicated 45 minutes with our experienced bridal consultant
Try on a selection of four gowns within your chosen style. Maximum of 2 guests
Cost: R200
Premium Package
A dedicated hour with our experienced bridal consultant. Try on a selection of five gowns within your chosen style.
Maximum of 2 guests and a complimentary bottle of bubbles to celebrate your journey.
Cost: R400
Choose from two premium fitting options, facilitated by our designer.
Classic Package
A dedicated 45 minutes with our experienced bridal consultant
Try on a selection of four gowns within your chosen style. Maximum of 2 guests
Cost: R200
Premium Package
A dedicated hour with our experienced bridal consultant. Try on a selection of five gowns within your chosen style.
Maximum of 2 guests and a complimentary bottle of bubbles to celebrate your journey.
Cost: R400
1. Enquiry
Start by sending us an online enquiry about the dress/dresses you are interested in, and we'll get back to you with the dress details.
You can then make a booking to try on our sample dresses; each fitting session lasts 45 minutes to an hour.
2. Fitting
During your fitting, you have the opportunity to try up to 5 dresses from our collection (dependent on your chosen package) to find your dream gown.
You're welcome to bring up to 2 guests with you to share in the excitement.
3. Finalise your design
Once you've found 'the one' among our stunning samples, our talented designer assistant will help you customize your dress to perfection.
They'll create a personalized drawing and quote based on your preferences, fabric alterations, and unique add-ons.
4. Deposit & dressmaking
When you're ready to move forward, simply pay the deposit, and the magic begins! We start crafting your dream dress, keeping you informed along the way. In around 3 months, your custom gown will be ready for pickup.
5. Final Fitting & Accessories
Pick up your dress and do a final fitting at our Stellenbosch Atelier. We also offer a beautiful selection of veils and hair accessories, available for brides ordering a dress from us to finish off your dream bridal look.
1. Enquiry
Start by sending us an online enquiry about the dress/dresses you are interested in, and we'll get back to you with the dress details.
You can then make a booking to try on our sample dresses; each fitting session lasts 45 minutes to an hour.
2. Fitting
During your fitting, you have the opportunity to try up to 5 dresses from our collection (dependent on your chosen package) to find your dream gown.
You're welcome to bring up to 2 guests with you to share in the excitement.
3. Finalise your design
Once you've found 'the one' among our stunning samples, our talented designer assistant will help you customize your dress to perfection.
They'll create a personalized drawing and quote based on your preferences, fabric alterations, and unique add-ons.
4. Deposit & dressmaking
When you're ready to move forward, simply pay the deposit, and the magic begins! We start crafting your dream dress, keeping you informed along the way. In around 3 months, your custom gown will be ready for pickup.
5. Final Fitting & Accessories
Pick up your dress and do a final fitting at our Stellenbosch Atelier. We also offer a beautiful selection of veils and hair accessories, available for brides ordering a dress from us to finish off your dream bridal look.