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Let us guide you in the search for your dream dress
With so much emphasis placed on the wedding gown, many brides find themselves taking on stress they don’t need while trying to find their dream dress. There are thousands of styles to choose from, and each one has its own little quirks and details that set it apart.
To help you narrow down your options during this thrilling and overwhelming adventure, we’ve created this blog to help you get all the information you need to know when you’re trying to find your wedding gown or special occasion dress.
Plus Size Wedding Dresses Cape Town: Top Trends for 2026 Brides
Plus Size Wedding Dresses Cape Town: Top Trends for 2026 Brides Plus size wedding dresses can be a challenge to find. However, finding the perfect wedding dress...
Read MoreWhere to buy a wedding dress in South Africa?
Where Can I Buy Wedding Dresses in South Africa? If you are wondering where to buy a wedding dress in South Africa, the good news is that...
Read MoreWedding Dress & Evening Gown Alterations in Cape Town
Wedding Dress & Evening Gown Alterations in Cape Town – Molteno Couture Have you bought a second-hand wedding dress, evening gown, or matric dance dress that needs...
Read MoreCape Town Bridal Designer Advice: When Should You Start Shopping for Your Wedding Dress?
Cape Town Bridal Designer Advice: When Should You Start Shopping for Your Wedding Dress? Cape Town bridal designer advice: when should you start shopping for your wedding...
Read MoreWedding dress trends in 2025 that Cape Town Loves!
Wedding dress trends 2025 that Cape Town loves! As a wedding dress designer based in Cape Town, South Africa, I’ve noticed these patterns emerge from my bridal...
Read MoreWedding dresses for fun brides that are modern and versatile
Introducing….. The innovation in bridal couture that is going to blow your veil back! I am so excited to share my latest range with you because it...
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How to Accessorize Your Wedding Dress: The Ultimate Guide to Undergarments and Bridal Accessories
How to Accessorize Your Wedding Dress: The Ultimate Guide to Undergarments and Bridal Accessories How to accessorize your wedding dress is one of the most common questions...
Read MoreCustom made wedding dresses – advice from a bridal designer
Custom Made Wedding Dresses: A Bridal Designer Answers Your Questions Choosing a wedding dress is one of the most exciting parts of planning your big day. While...
Read MoreThe Perfect Wedding Dress Styles for Cape Town’s Diverse Wedding Venues
Cape Town is one of the most iconic places to have your wedding, so make sure that your wedding dress style matches your venue perfectly. Planning a...
Read More5 Most Frequently Asked Wedding Dress Questions
Top questions about buying a wedding dress answered
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Wedding Dress Designer Cape Town: How the Custom-Made Dress Process Works
The process of having a dress custom made
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Shop for your Perfect Wedding Dress for a Small Intimate Wedding
Shop for your perfect wedding dress for your intimate wedding, but this can be confusing, there are certain things to think about. You may wonder what to...
Read MoreBridal Designer in Cape Town – advice on getting the wedding right dress your intimate Western Cape
Bridal Designer Cape Town: Expert Advice on Choosing the Right Dress for Your Intimate Wedding Bridal designer Cape Town specialists understand that weddings in the Western Cape...
Read MoreModern Minimalist wedding dress trend: For plus size brides
Modern Minimalist Wedding Dresses: A Guide for Plus Size Brides Introduction Over the last decade, bridal fashion has gone through a quiet revolution. While the early 2000s...
Read MoreBiggest Wedding dress trends in 2023
Biggest Wedding Dress Trends in 2023 A wedding day is one of life’s most special moments, and finding the perfect dress is essential for a bride to...
Read MoreMolteno bridal couture now available for hire!
We are thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news with all of you. In our continuous effort to make your wedding dreams come true, we are pleased...
Read MoreBohemian wedding dresses. What is it, and is it good for a Cape Town Bride?
Bohemian Wedding Dresses in Cape Town – A Guide for the Modern Free-Spirited Bride Bohemian wedding dresses, also known as boho wedding dresses, have become one of...
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Match your wedding dress and bridal flowers
Are you feeling the wedding planning overwhelm? From choosing your wedding venue to narrowing down your guest list and selecting your wedding decor, your choices are seemingly...
Read MoreWhat is the difference between Bio Sculpture and Gel nails?
At Molteno Couture, we endeavor to be more than just a dress designer to our clients. We provide a holistic experience in which we can recommend how...
Read MoreBuy or Rent Your Wedding Dress: Pros, Cons, and Cost Comparison
Buy or rent your wedding dress? This is a question that many brides are faced with. There are so many choices out there, and one of them...
Read MoreWedding Suppliers in Cape Town: Our Top Picks
Wedding suppliers in Cape Town, who we recommend you work with. Your dress might be the most important thing that you need to focus on during your...
Read MorePlus size wedding dresses in Cape Town – shop latest trends
Plus size wedding dresses Cape Town are now more stylish and diverse than ever, offering brides a wide range of flattering, on-trend options. From elegant A-line gowns...
Read MoreUnderstanding your relationship with your body
Many of us have experienced what it feels like to believe that the body we were given is not good enough. Whether it be that our tummy...
Read MoreBridal Designer Advice: Crafting a Flawless Bridal Look for Your Wedding Day
Bridal designer advice : crafting a flawless bridal look for your wedding day. In the lead up to your wedding day, there are so many things to...
Read MoreOur new Plus size wedding dresses
Over the past few years of designing wedding dresses for my Cape Town clients, something I have noticed is that most women are getting married a bit...
Read MoreCost of wedding dresses in South Africa in 2022?
How Much Does a Wedding Dress Cost in South Africa? (Advice from a Bridal Designer in Cape Town) The cost of a wedding dress in South Africa...
Read MoreBest wedding dress trends in 2022
As a wedding dress designer and boutique in Cape Town, I often get asked what the latest trends are for bridal wear and how those translate to...
Read MoreBudget wedding ideas – how to plan your wedding on a shoestring budget
In these crazy times, planning your wedding on a budget is more poignant than ever! Many brides are being forced to relook at their wedding budgets and...
Read MoreWedding dress cost in South Africa
Wedding dress cost in South Africa in 2020: How much a wedding dress costs can be quite a controversial topic, since big name brands such as Berta...
Read MoreElopement destinations in Cape Town
Elopements are becoming more and more popular in recent years, and what better place to do so than here in Sunny South Africa! Cape Town is world...
Read MoreArt that embodies you
Each Molteno Couture dress is created with the intention of being unique and affirming of every woman's personal expression.
