Quick answer: Total delivery time = making time + shipping time. Making is the bigger factor: in-stock pieces are ready in about 10–12 days, made-to-order in your custom colour takes roughly 4–6 weeks, and heavy bridal needs around 3–4 months. International shipping then adds a few days to about a week on top, tracked, with duties included. The single best rule: order early and build in buffer time for video approval and local alterations.
"How long will it take to reach me?" is one of the most important questions when ordering from abroad. Here's how to think about the full timeline.
Delivery time has two parts
It's easy to focus only on shipping, but making time is usually the bigger factor:
- Making time — how long to create your outfit.
- Shipping time — how long the courier takes to reach your country.
1. Making time
| Type | Approx. making time |
|---|---|
| In-stock pieces | ~10–12 days |
| Made-to-order (custom colour) | ~4–6 weeks |
| Heavy bridal | ~3–4 months |
(See how far in advance to order.)
2. Shipping time
Once finished and approved, your outfit ships tracked and duties-included. International transit typically adds a few days to about a week depending on destination and customs processing. We can't promise an exact courier date, but you'll have tracking. (See avoiding a surprise customs bill.)
Don't forget two extra steps
- Video approval: we film your finished outfit and you approve it before dispatch — build in a little time for this. (See why we film your outfit.)
- Local alterations: leave time for a local tailor to perfect the fit using the 3–5 inch margin. (See getting alterations right.)
A simple planning formula
Order-by date = event date − (making time + shipping + approval + alterations + buffer)
For a heavy bridal piece ordered overseas, that realistically means starting around 4–5 months ahead to be comfortable. For an in-stock guest outfit, a few weeks is usually plenty.
Country-specific guides
We have dedicated guides covering ordering, sizing and delivery for the USA, Canada and Australia, plus the general process in how to order from abroad. For your specific country and timeline, just ask us.
Browse the bridal collection, explore the colour library, or ask about your delivery timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does delivery take to my country?
Total time is making time plus shipping. Making takes about 10–12 days for in-stock, 4–6 weeks for made-to-order, and 3–4 months for heavy bridal; international shipping then adds a few days to about a week, tracked and duties-included.
What takes the most time — making or shipping?
Making time is usually the bigger factor, especially for custom-colour and heavy bridal pieces. Shipping typically adds only a few days to about a week.
When should I order for a wedding abroad?
For a heavy bridal piece ordered overseas, start around 4–5 months ahead to comfortably cover making, video approval, shipping and local alterations. An in-stock guest outfit usually needs only a few weeks.
Will I be able to track my order?
Yes — your outfit ships tracked and duties-included once you've approved the pre-dispatch video, though we can't guarantee an exact courier delivery date.
AÏNN London ships worldwide, tracked and duties-included, after you approve a video of your finished outfit. Tell us your country and event date and we'll map a realistic timeline. Ask about your delivery.
Last updated: June 2026
