Question 1

What is Once Upon A Frill?

Accepted Answer

Once Upon A Frill is a dedicated EGL (Elegant Gothic & Lolita) event for the combined Australian and New Zealand Lolita communities.

Question 2

Where is Once Upon A Frill?

Accepted Answer

Once Upon A Frill is held in Melbourne, Australia at The Windsor Hotel

Address: 111 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Question 3

When will Once Upon A Frill take place?

Accepted Answer

Once Upon A Frill will take place over 2 days on the 25-26th of July 2026.

Question 4

Is there Public Transport?

Accepted Answer

The Windsor is conveniently accessible by Melbourne’s public transport and within walking distance to many of the city’s landmarks and attractions.

Train:
Parliament Train Station is located right in front of the hotel on the intersection of Bourke and Spring Streets. Take the Bourke Street exit for immediate access to the hotel.

Trams:
City Circle (Tram 35) run on the city’s edge. Stop #0 (Bourke and Spring Street intersection) is the closest stop, situated right in front of the hotel.

Trams 86 and 96 run along Bourke Street. Stop #9 (Spring Street) is the closest stop to the hotel and require a 1-2 minute walk to the hotel entrance.

Trams 11, 12, 48 and 109 run along Collins Street. Stop #8 (Spring Street) is the closest stop to the hotel and require a 2-3 minute walk to the hotel entrance.

Question 5

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Valet parking* is offered to in-house guests at the price of $70 per night, with the maximum vehicle height for our car park being 2 metres.

Limited street parking (restrictions apply) is available in the streets surrounding the hotel. There are also a number of private car parks in close proximity.

*Please note that the hotel accepts no liability for the loss or damage to any vehicle, its accessories or contents, or any goods or articles left in such vehicles howsoever such loss or damage may be caused. Employees have no authority to accept such responsibility. Guest cars are parked in a shared public car park.

Question 6

Is there accessibility access?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Hotel Windsor offers accessibility features for guests with disabilities. These include wheelchair access throughout the hotel, including rooms and facilities specifically designed for disabled guests. The hotel also provides toilets and bathrooms with appropriate features for guests with mobility limitations, such as grab rails and lower bathroom sinks.*We recommend notifying the hotel just before arrival so they can ensure the accessibility door is open.

Question 7

Is there a dress code?

Accepted Answer

As Once Upon A Frill is a dedicated EGL event the dress code will therefore be EGL, EGA or formal Jfashion.

You can find more information on the Dress Code in the Policies section.

Question 8

I'm new to EGL fashion, can I still attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can definitely attend if you are new to the fashion.

Please make sure to familiarise yourself with the dress code and code of conduct before attending.

Question 9

I am under the age of 18, can I still attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can still attend Once Upon A Frill if you are under the age of 18.

Please familiarise yourself with the under 18's policy in our Policies section for more details.

Question 10

I live overseas, can I still attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can still attend Once Upon A Frill If you live overseas.
We'd love for you to join the Australian and New Zealand EGL communities at our maiden event.

Question 11

Is Once Upon A Frill associated with the Melbourne EGL Community?

Accepted Answer

Once Upon A Frill is a separate entity to the Melbourne EGL Community, it is run by the team at EGL Eats who are based out of Brisbane QLD.

Question 12

Where can I purchase tickets?

Accepted Answer

Tickets are only available here through our official website, please do not purchase tickets via any other source.

For more information on tickets please see our Policies section.

Question 13

Are tickets refundable?

Accepted Answer

Tickets sales are non-refundable, however they are transferable.

For more information please see our Policies section.

Question 14

What payment methods are available in the Vendor Hall?

Accepted Answer

Payment options vary between vendors.International vendors are card only. 
Please note that product pricing from international vendors may reflect currency conversion and therefore may differ from equivalent local pricing.
Prices may be processed in the vendor's local currency, so your bank may apply an international currency conversion or foreign transaction fee.Local vendors generally prefer card payments, though some may also accept cash at their own discretion.Other payment methods, such as PayPal or Buy Now, Pay Later services (e.g. Pay in 4), are accepted at the individual vendor's discretion and may not be available at every stall.
If you're planning to make a purchase, we recommend bringing some form or credit or debit card, as this will be accepted by all international vendors and the majority of local vendors.

Question 15

What Dietaries are catered for at the Afternoon Tea?

Accepted Answer

The Hotel Windsor cater to most dietary needs including:​ Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free (separate kitchen) and Pregnancy.​** Please note:Unfortunately, food is produced in an environment where nuts are used, whilst every care is taken, The Windsor cannot guarantee that their food is 100% free from nuts or nut traces.

ONCE UPON A FRILL
MELBOURNE
JULY 25 & 26

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