Rachel Gilbert Aiya Dress, Authentic Designer Dresses at Coveti
The Rachel Gilbert Aiya Dress comes from the Resort 2027 collection and ships from Coveti with guaranteed authenticity. Rachel Gilbert is the Sydney eveningwear house known for hand embellishment and the internal corsetry built into its gowns, and this piece is made the same way.
The Aiya Dress sits between day and evening, the length Rachel Gilbert uses for its cocktail pieces. It is a fitted black midi with a round neckline and a draped bodice. Hand-embellished fringing hangs from the neckline, backed with fine tulle for support. Rachel Gilbert designed it for evening events, cocktail occasions and elevated celebrations.
A pointed heel and a small clutch keep the line clean from waist to hem.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Rachel Gilbert (Sydney, Australia. Founded in 2007 by the designer Rachel Gilbert.)
- Product: Aiya Dress | Dresses | Style code 27RRG62655.BLK
- Collection: Resort 2027
- Colour family: Black
- Composition: 98% Polyester, 5% Elastane
- Available sizes: 4 UK, 6 UK, 8 UK, 10 UK, 12 UK, 14 UK, 16 UK, 18 UK
- Authenticity: 100% authentic Rachel Gilbert, verified by Coveti before dispatch
- Shipping: Worldwide by DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured and signature required
- Duties: Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes are payable on import. See the Coveti logistics and returns protocol.
How Coveti Styles the Aiya Dress
Gemma Deeks, Coveti’s Fashion Editor, styles Rachel Gilbert with restraint. The embellishment and the structure inside the dress already do the work, so the accessories can stay quiet.
- Rectangle: Choose the corseted styles. The internal waist tape draws in the waist without a belt.
- Hourglass: Lean into the fitted columns and strapless bodices, which follow the body closely.
- Tall: Column gowns and wide-leg trousers carry length well on a taller frame.
- Petite: Choose a higher waist and a hem at the knee. Ask the Coveti team about alterations on longer gowns.
Where to Wear the Aiya Dress
- Weddings, black-tie dinners and galas
- Cocktail parties, spring racing and engagement dinners
- Bridal events, from the rehearsal dinner to the after party
- Coveti ships Rachel Gilbert to clients in Dubai, Riyadh, London, New York and Sydney
Explore our designer dresses, the Coveti styling journal and our editor guide to dressing well. For more from the house, view our edit at The Dress Edit.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Brand | Rachel Gilbert | Designed in Sydney |
| Collection | Resort 2027 |
| Style code | 27RRG62655.BLK |
| Colour family | Black |
| Composition | 98% Polyester, 5% Elastane |
| Fit | This style is true to size, with a form fitting silhouette. Shown on a model who is 5’10 wearing AU 6, which is UK 6. Length from waist 98cm. Rachel Gilbert sizes run RG 00 to RG 6, which is UK 4 to UK 18. |
| Sizes | 4 UK, 6 UK, 8 UK, 10 UK, 12 UK, 14 UK, 16 UK, 18 UK |
| Category | Dresses Midi Dresses |
| Care | Dry clean only in a protective bag inside out. Cover the trim before dry cleaning, and before steaming. |
| Country of origin | Australia |
Rachel Gilbert Size Conversion
Rachel Gilbert labels its sizes RG 00 to RG 6. The RG number lines up with Australian sizing, which uses the same numbers as UK sizing, and Coveti lists each piece on the UK ladder.
| Rachel Gilbert | AU / UK | US | EU |
| RG 00 | 4 | 0 | 32 |
| RG 0 | 6 | 2 | 34 |
| RG 1 | 8 | 4 | 36 |
| RG 2 | 10 | 6 | 38 |
| RG 3 | 12 | 8 | 40 |
| RG 4 | 14 | 10 | 42 |
| RG 5 | 16 | 12 | 44 |
| RG 6 | 18 | 14 | 46 |
About Rachel Gilbert
Rachel Gilbert is an Australian eveningwear and bridal label, founded in Sydney in 2007 by the designer whose name it carries. The house is known for embellishment applied by hand and for the internal corsets with waist tape built into many of its gowns and minis, which shape the body from the inside. Its collections cover gowns, cocktail dresses, evening separates, bridal and jewellery, and the Resort 2027 collection is titled Sejour.
“Rachel Gilbert is where I send clients who want embellishment that is really done by hand. The Aiya Dress has the structure inside it to hold its shape all night.”
Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti
How Rachel Gilbert Compares
Shoppers considering the Rachel Gilbert Aiya Dress often also look at
Alex Perry,
Leo Lin and
Rasario.
Alex Perry is the other Sydney name for structured evening dresses, Leo Lin brings romantic prints and embellishment from Melbourne, and Rasario cuts sharper, minimal eveningwear. Explore the full
Rachel Gilbert collection at Coveti
to compare the season.
SHIPPING AND AUTHENTICITY
- Authenticity guaranteed: 100% authentic Rachel Gilbert, verified by Coveti.
- Designed in Sydney. Country of origin is listed in the product details.
- Express shipping available worldwide, insured to 110% of value, signature required.
- Duties: most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes fall due on import. Full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rachel Gilbert Aiya Dress authentic?
Yes. Every Rachel Gilbert piece sold by Coveti is 100% authentic and verified before dispatch against the house style code shown on this page, 27RRG62655.BLK.
Does Rachel Gilbert run true to size?
This style is true to size, with a form fitting silhouette. Shown on a model who is 5’10 wearing AU 6, which is UK 6. Length from waist 98cm. Rachel Gilbert sizes run RG 00 to RG 6, which is UK 4 to UK 18. On the house chart an RG 00 is a UK 4, an RG 0 is a UK 6 and an RG 1 is a UK 8.
What is the Aiya Dress made from?
Composition: 98% Polyester, 5% Elastane. Country of origin: Australia.
How should I care for the Aiya Dress?
Dry clean only in a protective bag inside out. Cover the trim before dry cleaning, and before steaming.
What is Rachel Gilbert known for?
Rachel Gilbert is a Sydney eveningwear and bridal house founded in 2007. It is best known for hand embellishment and for building internal corsetry into its gowns, so the dress shapes the body instead of relying on stretch.
Which Rachel Gilbert pieces work best for a wedding guest?
For a cocktail wedding, Coveti editors reach for the corseted midis and the embellished minis. For black tie, the full-length columns are the house’s strongest category. Leave the ivory and creme pieces to the bride unless the couple has asked for them.
Does Coveti ship Rachel Gilbert internationally?
Yes. Coveti ships Rachel Gilbert worldwide with express options through DHL Express and FedEx International Priority. Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, which makes the customer the importer of record for local duties and taxes. The full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
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Last updated 08-Oct-26 | Curated and authenticated by Coveti
