Where to Buy Australian Designer Dresses in the US

You can buy Australian designer dresses in the US from the labels’ own websites and boutiques, from US department stores that carry the biggest names such as Zimmermann, and from Coveti, which stocks one of the widest edits of Australian occasionwear in one place: Zimmermann, Aje, Alémais, Leo Lin, Rebecca Vallance, Scanlan Theodore, Shona Joy, Acler, Rachel Gilbert, Alex Perry and more, delivered to the US by express courier.

Australian dressing has a look of its own: bold prints, structured florals, linen for heat and gowns built for long evenings outdoors.

Where to buy Australian designer dresses in the US

• The brand’s own site. Many Australian labels run a US-facing website, and Zimmermann also has its own boutiques in New York.
• US department stores. Stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue stock the best-known Australian names, Zimmermann above all, with a smaller edit of each.
• Coveti. One basket for many Australian labels at once, priced in US dollars, with delivery by DHL Express and FedEx International Priority. On US orders Coveti covers the majority of import duties; the delivery FAQ has the detail.

The Australian dress labels to know

1. Zimmermann

Founded in Sydney in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, the label is the best known of all, for romantic linen, silk and lace dresses with corseted bodices and tiered skirts. Shop Zimmermann, and see our guide to where to buy Zimmermann.

2. Aje

Aje dresses are sculptural and print-led: the structured mini, the bubble hem and the evening gown in organza and lace. Shop Aje.

3. Alémais

Alémais is known for painterly, artwork-led prints and joyful colour on relaxed silhouettes. Shop Alémais.

4. Leo Lin

Launched in Sydney in 2017, Leo Lin makes bold floral dresses finished with appliqué, embroidery and beading, made for weddings and race days. Shop Leo Lin.

5. Rebecca Vallance

Founded in 2011, Rebecca Vallance is the occasionwear label for structured cocktail dresses, bow details and black tie gowns. Shop Rebecca Vallance.

6. Scanlan Theodore

Scanlan Theodore is the Melbourne house for precise, minimal tailoring and clean-lined dresses that work for the office and dinner after it. Shop Scanlan Theodore.

7. Shona Joy

Shona Joy makes modern occasion dresses and wedding guest pieces with a relaxed, feminine line. Shop Shona Joy.

8. Acler

Acler cuts directional, architectural dresses with sharp detailing. Shop Acler.

9. Rachel Gilbert

Rachel Gilbert is the Sydney label for embellished gowns and sequinned mini dresses made for the biggest nights. Shop Rachel Gilbert.

10. Alex Perry

Alex Perry is known for sculpted, glamorous evening gowns and red carpet dressing. Shop Alex Perry.

For the full list, browse the Australian designers edit, and if you love Zimmermann, our guide to brands like Zimmermann has more to explore.

How Australian sizing works in the US

Most Australian labels size their dresses in Australian numbers, which match UK numbers and sit four above US sizes: an Australian 10 is roughly a US 6. Zimmermann is the exception, with its own ladder from 0P to 4. Every Coveti product page carries the label’s size guide, so check it before you order.

Frequently asked questions

Can I buy Zimmermann in the US?

Yes. Zimmermann has its own boutiques in New York, sells through its website and is stocked by department stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue. Coveti also stocks Zimmermann and ships it to the US.

Which website sells the most Australian designer dresses?

Coveti carries one of the widest edits of Australian dress labels in one place, including Zimmermann, Aje, Alémais, Leo Lin, Rebecca Vallance, Scanlan Theodore, Shona Joy, Acler, Rachel Gilbert and Alex Perry.

Do I pay import duty on Australian dresses shipped to the US?

It depends on the retailer. On orders to the United States Coveti covers the majority of import duties, as set out in its delivery FAQ. Other sites handle it differently, so check at checkout.