VELANI

VELANI Multi Award winning designer of made to order bridal and evening wear. I've been known to turn around and say, wait! I've got an idea!'

By Appointment Only

'A Wedding is the one day in a woman's life where she can be that little bit over-the-top and still look absolutely amazing says couturiere Nicky Apostolopoulos. She's been dreaming of wedding gowns since she was a little girl - and living among them since her hugely successful couture house, Velani, was established 22 years ago. 'All my old teachers look back and they're not surprised at what I'm

doing now. In year 7 I was already working with taffeta and sequins!'

These days, Nicky's work comprises more than frills and sparkles - she and her highly trained team have maintained the bud of youthful imagination and enthusiasm with their creative designs and use of colour. And over the years their techniques have matured and blossomed, so much that in fact, that you can always tell a Velani creation.

'We're a young team very much in touch with women's demands. We keep up to date with a lot of fashion and try to incorporate a contemporary edge to a classic style,' says Nicky

'And having a different mental approach inspires us.'

The individual touch comes from the fabrics - the fine laces imported from Paris and Italy, samples collected by agents on the look out, and Nicky's niche-talent for designing her own. 'We see what the client needs and have it made up especially - fabrics and laces which require a particular type of bead or pattern for instance. And through the long process of sampling we can create it'

It's a time consuming process, but it flies when you're caught up in divine intervention. ' The client comes in and we'll have an extensive chat and discuss individual tastes and styles, then we try on samples to get an idea of shape, then we prepare some sketches,' Nicky explains. 'Along the way I'm always open to changes.

21/08/2026

Beautiful Ally wearing custom Velani Couture 🤍🤍🤍

Inside Allison Langdon’s final Logies fitting ✨From the first sketch to the final adjustment, every detail of Ally’s cus...
19/08/2026

Inside Allison Langdon’s final Logies fitting ✨

From the first sketch to the final adjustment, every detail of Ally’s custom gold bugle-beaded and crystal gown was considered—from the sculpted halter neckline to the fluid silhouette. #
Swipe for a behind-the-scenes look at the fittings, craftsmanship and final touches that brought this bespoke red carpet gown to life in our Five Dock atelier.

Styling Beck Wilson

Pearls, crystals and pure red carpet glamourFor Stephanie Panozzo’s 2026 TV WEEK Logies look, I created a custom VELANI ...
17/08/2026

Pearls, crystals and pure red carpet glamour

For Stephanie Panozzo’s 2026 TV WEEK Logies look, I created a custom VELANI gown adorned with intricate pearl and crystal embellishment. A sculptural cascade of crystals swept from the shoulder, bringing drama and movement to the silhouette.

Designed and handcrafted in our Five Dock atelier

Gown and styling V E L A N I By Nicky
Glam ELIZA SENSI | Melbourne/Sydney Makeup Artist
Jewels Calleija Jewellers
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A cascade of pearls and crystals, created especially for Stephanie Panozzo.For the 2026 TV WEEK Logies, I designed Steph...
16/08/2026

A cascade of pearls and crystals, created especially for Stephanie Panozzo.
For the 2026 TV WEEK Logies, I designed Stephanie’s custom VELANI gown with intricate pearl and crystal embellishment, finished with a dramatic crystal cascade flowing from the shoulder.
Handcrafted in our Sydney atelier for an unforgettable red carpet moment.
VelaniByNicky

Creating this gown for Georgie Parker was incredibly special.Knowing Georgie, her warmth, elegance and individuality, ma...
16/08/2026

Creating this gown for Georgie Parker was incredibly special.
Knowing Georgie, her warmth, elegance and individuality, made every detail feel so personal. Crafted in dusty pink embroidered tulle, delicately embellished with sequins and seed beads for the 2026 TV WEEK Logies.
A beautiful gown for a truly beautiful woman.

Gown and styling V E L A N I By Nicky
Glam Alessandra Gallo Hair & Makeup
Jewels Calleija Jewellers
đź“· MOMENTS WITH CAROLIN

THE LOGIES ARCHIVES ✨Before this year’s red carpet, we’re revisiting some unforgettable Velani Logies moments from over ...
10/08/2026

THE LOGIES ARCHIVES ✨
Before this year’s red carpet, we’re revisiting some unforgettable Velani Logies moments from over the years.

Each gown was designed specifically for the woman wearing it
Every gown has its own story.

Hours of fittings.
Couture craftsmanship.
And plenty of time in the atelier.

Then comes the moment every designer waits for…..

Seeing the gown come to life on the Logies red carpet

Some gowns deserve another moment in the spotlight!Before we reveal what’s coming for this year’s Logies, let’s take a m...
07/08/2026

Some gowns deserve another moment in the spotlight!

Before we reveal what’s coming for this year’s Logies, let’s take a moment to revisit some of our favourite red carpet moments.
Sophie Monk turned heads in this custom Velani bronze metallic couture gown.

Stay tuned, we’re back in the workroom creating something extraordinary for this year’s red carpet. ✨

Styling NATALIA DE MARTIN-CREVANI
Glam bynormie
đź“· Ashleigh Larden

Not just flower girl dresses… their first couture momentBianca & Allegra wearing bespoke Velani Every member of the brid...
02/08/2026

Not just flower girl dresses… their first couture moment

Bianca & Allegra wearing bespoke Velani

Every member of the bridal party deserves to feel special.

Featuring delicate floral shoulder details, soft layers of tulle, and timeless silhouettes, each gown was lovingly created in our Five Dock atelier using the same attention to detail that goes into every bespoke bridal gown.

Because couture isn’t just for the bride … it’s for every beautiful moment.

•Custom Flower Girl Dresses
• Bespoke Couture
• Handcrafted in Sydney
• By Appointment

Photography by EMILIO B PHOTOGRAPHY

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Suite 1, 185 Great North Road
Five Dock, NSW
2046

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
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