At Curve Atelier, my mission is simple, to help plus-size and curvy women find beautiful dresses that make them feel confident, comfortable and excited to get dressed up.
I created Curve Atelier because I know how frustrating it can be to find a dress you love, only to realise it doesn’t come in your size, or to feel like your options are limited before you’ve even started looking.
I wanted to create something different. A place where curvy women have more choice, more beautiful options, and a space where they feel genuinely welcome.
Curve Atelier is more than just dress hire. I want every woman who comes to me to feel comfortable, supported and encouraged. Whether you’re coming in for a try-on, messaging me for help with sizing, or searching for the perfect dress for a special event, there is no judgement and no pressure, just a safe space to find something that makes you feel amazing.
Because getting dressed for a special occasion should be fun. Every body deserves options, and every woman deserves to walk into the room feeling incredible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bookings & Try-Ons
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Our standard hire period is 4 days. Day 1 is your collection or delivery day, Days 2 and 3 are for your event, and Day 4 is your return day. If you need your dress for a longer getaway or an extended event, just get in touch, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you!
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Yes, we want your piece to fit perfectly! We offer local try-on appointments in Perth. If you’re interstate or unable to visit the atelier, we are always happy to provide exact garment measurements to help you compare them with your own.
For extra peace of mind, we also offer a postal try-on service. If you decide to hire the dress, your try-on fee is credited directly toward your booking:
Hires up to $70: $40 try-on credit
Hires $80–$100: $50 try-on credit
Hires over $100: 50% of the hire fee credited (Note: A $50 security deposit applies to all hires, which is fully refunded once the dress is returned in its original condition).
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We highly recommend booking as early as possible to secure your dream dress for your preferred dates. Last-minute bookings are always welcome, subject to dress availability and express postage timeframes.
Shipping & Returns
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Yes! We ship Australia-wide using Australia Post Express to ensure your dress arrives safely and promptly. Delivery times vary depending on your location, so we recommend booking early for all interstate hires.
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Returning your piece is effortless:
Local Perth Customers: Simply return your unwashed dress to us at your scheduled drop-off time on your return date.
Postal Customers: Place your unwashed dress into the provided prepaid return satchel and lodge it at your local Australia Post office or a yellow Express Post box by 12:00 PM on your return date.
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No, please do not wash or dry-clean the dress. Professional, gentle dry cleaning is included in the cost of every hire. Simply wear it, feel incredible, and return it to us!
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We know you will treat our garments with love, but we also understand that minor accidents happen! Small marks that come out during our standard professional cleaning are fully covered.
However, significant damage, permanent stains, missing items, or alterations may incur repair or replacement costs. Your $50 refundable security bond is held safely during your hire and promptly returned to you once the dress comes back in its original condition.