Made With Love, Archie V1

Description:

Hi future brides!

I am selling my beautiful wedding dress by Made with Love Bridal in an AUS size 10, which is a US size 6. This dress was worn once for my special day (for a total of 6 hours) on December 23 2025 and has been professionally dry-cleaned and is in excellent like new condition. I’d hate to see this gorgeous gown sit in a box and love for it to bring joy to someone else’s wedding.

I first saw this dress on some Pinterest board years ago (way before I was even thinking about getting married) and I somehow made my way back to it when the time came. Like most - I fell in love with the back - but it was the way the front fit so well and looked so clean, simple and elegant that convinced me to buy it. It’s truly stunning.

Soon, I'll be uploading a video of the dress with closeups so you can see all the details mentioned below.

Designer: Made with Love Bridal AUS

Style Name: Archie V1

Condition: Used, professionally dry-cleaned, no signs of wear

Original retail price: $2,800 USD

Paid $3,585 Singapore Dollars at Friede Bridal Boutique - See invoice uploaded to photos

Selling price: $1,540 USD (usually 50-60% of retail price/this is approx 55% of retail price)

Please note:
-All sales are final (no returns)
-Location: Panama until Feb 2026 (after Feb 2026 - Singapore)

Details:
-Supportive double French crepe
-Iconic cowl back
-Plunging neckline
-Figure-hugging skirt with godet and button detailing
-Has built in bustle and loop/wrist strap for carrying the train during the day before it is bustled for the reception
-Back closure: zipper (buttons on back are aesthetic not functional)
-Silhouette: fitted
-Color: white
-Sleeve Style: Straps

Sizing:
-AUS Size 10 (equivalent to US Size 6)
-Dress was altered at hem (I’m 5 ft 6 and wore 1 1/4 inch heels) and taken in a tiny bit at shoulder (so plunging neckline wouldn’t gap at the breast)

Bride’s Measurements:
-Bust 34.5 inches (B cup)
-Waist 27.5 inches
-Hips 40 inches
-Height: 5 ft 6 (plus 1 1/4 inch heels)
-Weight: 140 lb

Fit and Feel:
-Dress fit well but was snug at the hips

NOTE:
-Collection Year: released around 2020
-Storage: dress has been stored in smoke-free, pet-free home in original garment bag in temperature controlled closet
-Original Garment bag included (NOTE I got dress in Frieda Bridal Boutique garment bag/ not MWL Bridal garment bag)
-Dress was purchased from Frieda Bridal Boutique in Singapore
-Copy of bridal boutique receipt with original price (shown in SG dollars) included
-Tags not included
-Veil not included (mine was a rental -but if you like the style check out the Mimi Veil on MWL Bridal website)
-Happy to provide a video walkthrough of the dress or a FaceTime showing of the details for serious buyers

Link to original retailer:
https://mwlbride.com/en-us/products/archie?srsltid=AfmBOorAbgZzn5dADSYNvi4gT_XDGYgKJdpPx8wAWC3NxNc48v85AOMb

Link to Bridal Boutique where purchased:
https://friedabrides.com/wedding-dresses/archie

NOTE FROM SELLER:
Not that you asked - but in case this helps at all - I’ll share my honest review and recommendations from what I learned the hard way:

HONEST REVIEW:
-Dress is so simple and stunning - it can be used for many different wedding venues/styles
-Dress fits and looks best on everyone when standing
-It photographs best from behind - wow factor in the back
-Bustle and wrist loop come with dress and are very necessary
-Easy to put on and get out of on your own with zipper closure
-No matter what body type - this dress requieres good posture for it to really shine in photographs
-Definitely not the most comfortable dress to sit down in due to how fitted it is
-Due to the dress’ silhouette (the way its meant to fit) you can’t go more “loose” in butt/hip area to make it more comfortable
-Double Crepe fabric is thick enough for full coverage (not translucent, can’t see dimples) but thin enough to show underwear lines
-As gorgeous as it is - it is tricky to wear all night due to constraints on dancing/sitting

Recommendations:
-Would I recommend the dress? Absolutely if these constraints don’t bother you or if you’re planning on changing into something else after the ceremony/first dance.
-Would I wear it again? Yes 100% but only if I get to change for the party
-Would I wear it again if I had to stay in it for the whole day/night? Probably not
-Please try on the dresses you like at a bridal boutique (check out your size and exact measurements) so that you’re sure the one you get online will suit you - especially when dress is fitted
-Measurements are key - it is not safe to wing it and use your usual dress/pants size to order online
-If you’re between sizes, always better to go up one size and tailor it
-Always consider your height (including shoes) vs dress length (seller’s height including heels) - if not specified, ask them. This needs to be exact (no margin of error)
-Remember to take into account your measurements vs the seller’s + any alterations done - you might be the same size and height as someone but fill out the dress very differently
-Look out for alterations - especially if done to bust, waist, or hips - and ask whether they are reversible (if fabric was disposed or just taken in and can be taken out)
-Make sure that you consider all the movement you’d be doing in the dress on the day of (walking, sitting, dancing, perhaps also kneeling or carrying children or being carried yourself) and that you feel good moving like that in whatever dress you choose
-Careful with spray tans/tan lines as there’s no covering them in this dress
-Lastly - everyone has their own taste and style preference - but from experience, I'd suggest wearing whatever nice shoes you like that you can walk in with ease (I went for kitten heel sandals but you do you) - try to avoid anything that you have to make a conscious effort not to trip in

Shipping:
-Before end of Feb 2026 the dress ships out of Panama
-After end of Feb 2026 the dress ships out of Singapore
-Buyer pays for shipping - Seller will provide tracking and insurance
-International buyers are responsible for any import duties or customs fees incurred by their home country
-Please make sure you check how much shipping and duties are for your country before ordering - take into account these fees will bring price up (sometimes substantially)
-Fees may vary depending on shipping providers, size of box, volumetric weight, and different country’s custom duties
-From my very rough estimates it seems that the shipping fees (via DHL or FedEx) to USA, UK, and AUS + their custom fees for this dress price range from 400 USD to 700 USD
-This would be in addition to the listed price of the dress - make sure you factor in any relevant additional fees as these are paid by the buyer