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Love, Rewritten: The Story Behind Our Upcycled Wedding Gowns


Bride Ria in our upcycled Rose mini and Rose organza Stole. Standing in pose in front of the conservatory steps



Once worn, not forgotten.


Silk sighs into new seams,


tulle dances again.


A dress reborn,


a story re-spun—


stitched not from trend,


but from tenderness.


From threadbare to timeless,


this is bridalwear


with memory in its bones


and hope in its hem.



"What Is an Upcycled Wedding Dress?

Upcycled wedding gowns are a statement of mindful elegance. At Jennifer Bowden Designs, we reclaim once-worn gowns and forgotten textiles—natural fibres, vintage embellishments, even synthetic blends from decades past—and reimagine them through a couture lens.


Each gown is artfully deconstructed and re-sculpted, becoming a one-of-a-kind piece that honours the past and defines your future. It’s luxury that leaves no waste behind—and carries twice the meaning.


Create Your Gown, Consciously

Step into a new era of bridalwear—one that is intentional, refined, and breathtakingly original.

At Jennifer Bowden Designs, we curate a selection of once-loved gowns ready to be reimagined—or we can source and custom craft a piece using recycled and reclaimed materials tailored just for you.


Have something special in mind? Email us your inspiration, or book a consultation to co-create a gown that tells your story, beautifully and sustainably.

✨ Explore Available Gowns (Coming soon) ✨ Book Your Consultation Contact Us With Your Vision


See also Molly and Brooke for their Vintage and upcycled inclusions on their bridal gowns.


Thank you to a wonderful team in putting the above photoshoot together:


Stylist: Louise Evans

Hair & Makeup: Vivian Makeup Melbourne

Dresses : Jennifer Bowden Designs

Models: Ria & Andrew

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Appointments available Wednesday to Saturday. Late night appointments available on Thursday and Friday.

 Sundays available to clients with shift work.

Fittings are prioritised for clients that have pre-booked appointments.

If you arrive to browse, you may need to wait for a stylist and fitting room to be available.

ADDRESS

Shop 5, 'The Arcade' 30-32 Mcadam Square, Croydon, Vic, 3136

Appointments recommended to secure stylist and fitting room.

HELLO@JENNIFERBOWDENDESIGNS.COM | TEL. 0400 293 372

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