Passionate fashion enthusiasts helping Australian women discover dresses they'll love
Best Dresses Australia was founded in 2020 by a small team of fashion enthusiasts who shared a common frustration: finding quality dress recommendations online was overwhelming. With countless options across dozens of retailers, Australian women were spending hours scrolling through endless product pages, reading unreliable reviews, and often ending up disappointed with their purchases.
We decided to create something different. Our mission became simple: curate the best dresses available to Australian shoppers, provide honest and detailed guidance, and help women feel confident in their purchasing decisions. We don't just list products—we research fabrics, analyse customer feedback, test sizing consistency, and evaluate overall value for money.
What sets us apart is our genuine passion for women's fashion. Our team includes former retail buyers, textile enthusiasts, and everyday fashion lovers who understand the importance of finding a dress that not only looks beautiful but feels comfortable and fits well. We know the difference between a bias-cut silk that drapes elegantly and a cheap polyester knockoff that clings in all the wrong places. We understand why a well-constructed bodice matters and why certain hemlines suit different occasions.
Every dress featured on our site has been carefully evaluated. We consider factors like fabric quality, construction, sizing accuracy, customer reviews, return policies, and price-to-value ratio. We also create in-depth style guides covering everything from body type recommendations to fabric care instructions, ensuring our readers have all the information they need to make informed choices.
We believe that great style advice should be accessible to everyone, regardless of budget or body type. Our recommendations span from affordable everyday dresses to investment pieces for special occasions. We never push unnecessary purchases—if a simple, well-made cotton dress is all you need, that's exactly what we'll recommend.
Our content is research-driven and practical. When we write about dress fabrics, we explain the actual properties of each material—how cotton percale differs from cotton sateen, why linen wrinkles but also breathes beautifully in summer, and when polyester blends actually make sense. When we discuss silhouettes, we go beyond vague descriptions to explain how specific cuts interact with different body proportions.
We're also committed to sustainability and conscious consumption. Rather than encouraging fast fashion purchases, we advocate for building a thoughtful wardrobe of versatile pieces that will serve you for years. Our capsule wardrobe guides help readers identify exactly which styles they need, reducing impulse buying and wardrobe clutter.
Our small but dedicated team brings together diverse expertise in fashion, textiles, and digital content creation. Each team member contributes their unique perspective to ensure our content is both authoritative and relatable.
Founder & Editor-in-Chief
With over 15 years in fashion retail, Sarah brings extensive knowledge of garment construction, fabric quality, and the Australian fashion market.
Style & Content Director
A certified image consultant, Emma specialises in helping women of all body types find flattering silhouettes and build cohesive wardrobes.
Fabric & Care Specialist
Jessica's background in textile science ensures our fabric guides are accurate, practical, and helpful for everyday garment care.
We understand that trust is earned. That's why we're transparent about how we operate. When you purchase through our Amazon affiliate links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This supports our site and allows us to continue providing free, high-quality fashion advice. However, this never influences our recommendations—we only feature products we genuinely believe offer good value and quality.
We're here to be your trusted fashion resource. Whether you're searching for the perfect wedding guest dress, building your first professional wardrobe, or simply wanting to understand why your silk dress keeps snagging, we're committed to providing the guidance you need. Thank you for being part of our community.
We love hearing from our readers. If you have questions about our recommendations, suggestions for future guides, or feedback about your shopping experience, please don't hesitate to get in touch.