Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Dream Wedding Gown Awaits in Wollongong
Accapella Bridal offers a unique bridal experience in the Wollongong and Illawarra regions, specializing in high-quality international wedding gowns and personalized service. With 38 years of expertise in bridal couture, owner Connie Di Genni provides one-on-one consultations to ensure each bride finds a gown that complements her individual style and body shape. The boutique stocks renowned brands like Martina Liana, Essense of Australia, and Madi Lane, alongside custom-designed options. Connie personally oversees all alterations to guarantee a perfect fit, combining technical precision with creative vision.The business emphasizes timeless elegance, offering made-to-measure designs and alterations that ensure gowns age gracefully. Accapella Bridals focus on personalized service, extensive experience, and commitment to quality has earned it recognition as the 2024 Weddings Diaries Editors Choice Award winner. The boutique caters to plus-size brides and offers trunk shows featuring new collections, blending tradition with contemporary trends. All consultations are conducted by appointment only, ensuring a focused and intimate experience for every client.
Services
Bridal gown sales
Wedding dress alterations
Plus-size bridal collection
Custom gown design
Trunk shows
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- 38 years of expertise in bridal couture and alterations
- One-on-one consultations with award-winning seamstress Connie Di Genni
- Curated collection of internationally renowned wedding gown brands
- Specialist in plus-size bridal fashion and custom designs
- Personalized alterations ensuring a perfect fit for every bride
Associations and certifications
- Weddings Diaries Editors Choice Award 2024
What people say
Perfect fit achieved
Exceptional personalized service
Stunning gown quality
Expert alterations
Confidence for plus-size brides
Services
Bridal gown sales
Accapella Bridal offers an exclusive selection of internationally acclaimed wedding gowns from brands like Martina Liana, Essense of Australia, and Madi Lane. The boutique provides personalized fittings to help brides discover styles that enhance their natural beauty and align with their wedding vision. Every gown is chosen for its exceptional quality and timeless design.
Wedding dress alterations
Expert alterations are performed personally by Connie Di Genni, ensuring each gown achieves a flawless fit. The service includes adjustments for body shape, posture, and comfort, with attention to intricate details like hemlines and bodice shaping. Alterations are completed with precision to meet wedding deadlines.
Plus-size bridal collection
The boutique offers a dedicated plus-size collection featuring gowns designed to flatter fuller figures. Styles include structured silhouettes, strategic lace placements, and supportive bodices. The service emphasizes inclusivity and confidence, ensuring every bride feels exceptional on her wedding day.
Custom gown design
Accapella Bridal creates custom wedding gowns tailored to individual preferences, from fabric selection to unique design elements. The process involves collaborative consultations to translate personal visions into wearable art. Each bespoke gown combines traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.
Trunk shows
The boutique hosts trunk shows featuring new collections from partner designers, offering brides early access to upcoming trends. These events provide opportunities to explore limited-edition styles and receive direct guidance from brand representatives. Trunk shows enhance the selection process with expert insights.
People
Connie Di Genni
Owner & Bridal Consultant
With 38 years of experience in bridal couture, Connie Di Genni specializes in wedding gown design and alterations. Her expertise includes made-to-measure creations and personalized fittings, ensuring each bride achieves a perfect fit. Connie's passion for timeless elegance drives Accapella Bridal's service philosophy.
Questions
How do I book a bridal consultation at Accapella Bridal?
Contact us via phone at 02 4225 2188 or complete our online booking form to schedule a one-on-one appointment with Connie Di Genni.
Does Accapella Bridal offer plus-size wedding gowns?
Yes, we provide a dedicated plus-size collection featuring gowns designed to flatter fuller figures with elegant silhouettes and supportive structures.
Can I have custom alterations for my purchased wedding dress?
All purchased gowns receive expert alterations performed personally by Connie Di Genni to ensure a perfect fit for your special day.
What bridal gown brands are available at Accapella Bridal?
We stock internationally renowned brands including Martina Liana, Essense of Australia, Madi Lane, and Pollardi Fashion Group.
Are trunk shows available for new wedding dress collections?
Yes, we host exclusive trunk shows featuring upcoming collections from partner designers, offering early access to the latest trends.
Reviews (7)
Dee Karpik
Nov 04, 2021
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Connie is atruly talented lady and helped me with my wedding dress alterations last minute as my original one couldnt do the work. Thank you so very much! It fits perfectly. Dee
Shannon Sewell
Jul 20, 2021
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I cannot thank Connie enough for helping me find my dream dress. She has been so accommodating, helpful and reassuring through the whole process. Connie was always honest and easy to work with, making the whole process that much more enjoyable. When lockdown hit, Connie went above and beyond to make sure my dress made it to me before my wedding date - creating one less stress during these crazy, unpredictable times! Whether you are from Wollongong or in regional NSW (like me), I would highly recommend making an appointment at Accapella Bridal - you won't be disappointed! Thank you again Connie
Kirstin Saunders
May 30, 2021
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I found my wedding dress at Accapella, but really feel like my experience was very different to reviews I’ve read and photos on social media. Never felt like I was a valued customer, and absolutely didn’t get a… “say yes to your dress moment”, a mug or even a smile. I felt like when i was there I wasn’t welcome so when i tried the dress on months after buying off the rack I left quickly. The passing words were perfect t no need for alterations. I came home and felt sick as it fit so odd. I did in fact need alternations as the dress was sitting too high and straps
Courtney Holmes
Mar 18, 2021
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Being a plus size bride I was really down thinking I wouldnt find the right dress where I would feel like a princess & feel comfortable in like Im sure many plus size brides experience. I visited Connie as my first shop wedding dress shop, it was amazing. The hassle free consult & not pressured into a sale made it even better. Connie also recommended what she thought would suit me as I wasnt sure exactly what I wanted. I tried on a few dresses but left without purchasing as wanted to try on a range of dresses especially since this was first place I visited. I ended up returning
Gabby D'Acunto
Mar 15, 2021
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I can not thank Connie enough for all of her hard work and extensive knowledge on finding me my perfect dress. Connie knew exactly what I wanted before I even knew myself! She put so much love and thought into it and it was nothing short of perfect. Explained to Connie how I wanted to fit and at my next fitting she had already noted down the custom changes that I was thinking of telling her that day. So many gorgeous dresses and brilliant customer service! Thankyou for making me feel so fantastic on my special day Connie x
Alana George
Feb 13, 2021
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Connie is amazing at what she does. I bought my beautiful Gemy Maalouf dress from her, and it’s a dress I would never have picked for myself. She does not make you try and spend more just to sell dresses. She does what she does to make you a beautiful bride. She actually talked me out of buying another dress! I would recommend her as your bridal consultant. She is really the best 😍
Lisa Swain
Jan 13, 2021
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Based in Sydney I accidentally came across Accapella bridal in Wollongong When I was looking for my wedding dress. I am so glad that I ended up making an appointment to see Connie and allow her to find me my dream dress. She asked me a few questions and before I knew it I was trying on dresses, she seemed to be able to pick exactly what looked amazing on me when I really had no idea what I wanted.
I found my dress and put down my deposit, but that was not the end of the story. I ended up falling pregnant which meant the dress I had bought was going to be a stretch To fit me by the time I was 5
I found my dress and put down my deposit, but that was not the end of the story. I ended up falling pregnant which meant the dress I had bought was going to be a stretch To fit me by the time I was 5
