We focus on statement bridal pieces beyond the traditional gown — think after-party dresses, city ceremony looks, and unforgettable engagement outfits. Our designs are produced in limited quantities to keep each piece special.

All Susanna Rachel pieces are thoughtfully designed in-house by Susanna herself with a focus on craftsmanship, silhouette, and modern femininity. Once all designs and samples are created by Susanna, our limited ready to wear collection is manufactured by a female run design house in China and then quality checked back in our Dubai HQ before being shipped to any customer.

We recommend ordering at least 8–12 weeks before your event to allow time for delivery and any tailoring if needed.

As with most bridal wear, minor tailoring may be required for a perfect fit. We recommend working with a trusted local seamstress.

Our pieces are perfect for:

• Wedding receptions & after-parties
  
• Engagement parties
  
• Civil ceremonies
  
• Bridal showers
  
• Rehearsal dinners
  
• Destination weddings

A bridal second dress — also called a wedding reception dress, second look, or after-party dress — is an outfit worn by the bride after her ceremony. It's usually lighter, shorter, or more relaxed than the ceremony gown, designed specifically for the celebration: the dinner, dancing, and late-night moments that a heavy ceremony dress simply wasn't built for. At Susanna Rachel, the second dress is not an afterthought — it's the whole point. Our entire capsule collection is built around this moment.

There's no rule that says you do — but there are a lot of reasons why modern brides choose one. If your ceremony gown has a long train, structured boning, or layers of tulle that make dancing difficult, a second dress gives you the freedom to fully enjoy your reception without restriction. If you love fashion and want your wedding to have more than one style moment, a second dress doubles your photographic opportunities and gives your guests a stunning reveal. If you simply want to feel lighter and more comfortable for the evening portion of the day, a second dress is the practical and beautiful solution.

Most brides change either immediately after the ceremony and before the reception begins, after the first dance, or after the cake cutting. The most popular and impactful moment is just before the first dance — arriving at your reception in your ceremony gown and then reappearing in your second dress creates a genuine reveal moment that guests and photographers love. Your wedding photographer can help you plan the timing specifically around your day's schedule to maximise the impact of the change.

Yes — and we design with exactly that in mind. Every Susanna Rachel piece is created to have a life beyond your wedding day. The Emily floral midi works beautifully as a summer dress for the races or a similar high end event. The Chloe mini is perfect for a birthday dinner or a NYE night out. The Jessica and Sophie styles can be worn to black-tie events and formal dinners. This is central to our slow fashion ethos: we make limited pieces that are worth keeping, wearing, and loving long after the honeymoon.

It doesn't need to — and often the most striking second dress choices deliberately contrast the ceremony look. If your ceremony dress is a full ballgown or has a dramatic train, then changing into a sleek mini creates a stunning, intentional shift in energy. If your ceremony dress was minimalist and simple, a floral or textured second dress adds dimension and celebration to the evening..

If you’re not quite sure which size is right for you, refer to our size guides. They’re located underneath the available sizes for each of our products. You can also see our Size & Fit page for more details and how to measure yourself.

Size & Fit

Due to our limited-run model to keep our dresses exclusive, not all styles will not be restocked. Once they’re gone, they might be gone for good! However, please email us for pre order enquires or for dresses out of stock and we will do our best to help you.

At this time, we do not offer custom alterations or bespoke modifications on our Ready to Wear collection.

We do offer a totally bespoke bridal design service one to one with Susanna. Please contact us for more details on the bespoke process.

Contact Us

Once your order is placed, you will receive a confirmation email letting you know that our fulfillment team has received your order. Once your order is fulfilled, you will receive an email notification with your tracking information. Shipping fees are non-refundable in the case of returns.

Orders are typically dispatched within 3-5 business days. Delivery time depends on your location and selected shipping method.

Yes, we ship all over the world. Shipping costs will apply, and will be added at checkout.

International orders may be subject to customs fees or import duties, which are the responsibility of the customer.

We recommend professional dry cleaning only. Always follow the care label instructions.

Keep your dress hanging in a breathable garment bag in a cool, dry space away from direct sunlight.