Rachel Gilbert Riley Gown, Authentic Designer Dresses at Coveti
The Rachel Gilbert Riley Gown 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 Riley Gown is eveningwear in the Rachel Gilbert manner: a sculpted line with hand finishing where it shows. It is a full-length black column with a high square neckline and narrow straps. The armholes are edged in hand-embellished trim, and an internal corset gives the bodice its shape. Keep it for the invitations that say black tie.
Let the gown carry the evening. A fine sandal, one earring, nothing more.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Rachel Gilbert (Sydney, Australia. Founded in 2007 by the designer Rachel Gilbert.)
- Product: Riley Gown | Dresses | Style code 27RRG62653.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 Riley Gown
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 Riley Gown
- 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 | 27RRG62653.BLK |
| Colour family | Black |
| Composition | 98% Polyester, 5% Elastane |
| Fit | This style is true to size, with a form-fitting silhouette and minimal stretch. Shown on a model who is 5’10 wearing AU 6, which is UK 6. Length from waist 118cm. 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 Evening Gowns |
| Care | Dry clean only. |
| 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 Riley Gown 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 Riley Gown 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 Riley Gown 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, 27RRG62653.BLK.
Does Rachel Gilbert run true to size?
This style is true to size, with a form-fitting silhouette and minimal stretch. Shown on a model who is 5’10 wearing AU 6, which is UK 6. Length from waist 118cm. 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 Riley Gown made from?
Composition: 98% Polyester, 5% Elastane. Country of origin: Australia.
How should I care for the Riley Gown?
Dry clean only.
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
