Affordable Ready-to-Wear Wedding Dresses in Australia | Hamilton Island Bridal Shoot
If we haven’t met yet — hi, I’m SJ! I’ve been an award-winning wedding planner and photographer in Byron Bay for over 15 years, and now I’m a bridal dress designer with my own label, Sarah-Jane Byron Bridal.
I planned a trip to Hamilton Island for my 40th birthday and packed a few of my sample wedding dresses — the Burleigh and Miami gowns — thinking I’d find a model while I was there. But I was having way too much fun celebrating and never got around to it!
On a whim, I posted on socials, and as luck would have it — one of my dear friends from Byron Bay, who’s also a wedding photographer, lives and works on the island. Cue an impromptu destination bridal shoot, with me “modelling.” I say modelling loosely — I’m 5'2", curvy, and rocking E cups! 😂 I squeezed into my size 8 samples, downed a couple of cocktails for liquid courage, and just played in the wind.
I created Sarah-Jane Byron Bridal for my elopement, micro-wedding, and last-minute brides who want a beautiful, modern gown without the 10-month wait. My ready-to-wear bridal collection retails for under $1,000, designed for real women who want something minimalist, camera-ready, and instantly available online.
The Gowns
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Burleigh — high neck draping, effortless and elegant
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Miami — classic yet relaxed, made for warm destinations and seaside ceremonies with cape veils
Both gowns are part of our ready-to-wear collection, designed for real women who want something beautiful, lightweight and affordable — under $1,000.
The Vibe
This shoot was all about freedom, joy and confidence. Barefoot on white sand, ocean breeze in my hair — it reminded me why I design gowns that let women move, laugh and live in them.
Every detail, from the natural light to the shimmer on the fabric, reflected that relaxed luxury that defines Sarah-Jane Byron Bridal.
Find Your Dream Gown
If you’re planning a destination wedding or elopement, the Burleigh and Miami gowns travel easily, photograph beautifully and are made for moments just like this.
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