Felicity Westmacott Bespoke wedding dresses
I create luxurious bespoke wedding dresses, combining my skill and your dreams, for adventurous brides who seek the extraordinary in dress form. With bespoke bridal there are no limits to the possibilities, whatever your style or figure.
The creation of each bespoke wedding dress involves a design consultation, perfecting the fit and a couture finish. Prices usually start at £2600 + fabrics but are as varied as the needs of my clients.
As 'The Dress Alchemist' let me use my artistry and expertise to conjure your dress to reality.
Commissions for bridesmaids, children, mother of the bride/groom, occasion-wear and ball gowns are also welcome.
I also accept alterations for style or fit , to vintage or shop bought dresses.
Dipdye colouring and ombre commissions are a speciality.
Enquiries for weddings in 2026 and 2027 are welcome.
I start just one dress per month, and each dress takes 6-12 weeks to complete.
Bespoke wedding dresses:
Bookings for 2026 weddings are now open. At present I have bespoke commission start dates available from April 2026 onwards.
Bridal Alterations:
I take on a limited number of bridal alterations per month. I am now taking bookings for the 2026 season. Booking early for popular summer sewing slots is encouraged.
Join me for 1 minute a peek inside my shop/studio where I make each bespoke wedding dress.
Filmed in 2022 when I moved into my new high street shop/studio.
Film by Iris Visuals
A very happy newly-wed…
Your bespoke wedding dress with
felicity westmacott
I love reassuring brides who have found off the peg shopping intimidating or disappointing because a bespoke wedding dress is the perfect alternative! It’s not like buying on the high street where you join a crowd of brides who identify with the style of a particular wedding dress designer. I do NOT seek to impose my own style on my clients.
Central to my philosophy is being able to distil the essence of each client into dress form. The design and fit will be perfect because the unique dress is an expression of a unique bride.
I encourage brides to shrug off the pressure to conform. See my blog post all about this.
I create dresses that tell a story. The story of this bride on this day. Unique, personal and unforgettable.
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ensures A perfect Fit
I start by taking extensive measurements and then draft a unique pattern for each bride. You will try on a toile (practice run) and then a series of fittings ensures perfection of fit and comfort for your bespoke wedding dress or ensemble.
I love to help brides with unusual figures or who need a plus size wedding dress. Whether you would like your dress to just grace your figure, disguise problem areas or show off your curves, my method will work for you!
Past clients have said I helped them feel confident and glorious on their wedding day.
I have been making bespoke wedding dresses for more than 15 years. My training in Costume for theatre and film, and four years as a bridal alterations seamstress, led me to my specialism.
With an understanding of the different ways of cutting and shaping dresses through the centuries, I can draw on hundreds of years of technical and design knowledge. This means I can use my couture skills to create elegant and contemporary gowns as well as historical and theatrical styles. One of my greatest pleasures is seeing my clients over the moon with happiness as their dress ideas come to life.
True to my background in theatre I approach each bespoke wedding dress as I would a costume. A costume tells you about the character and story of someone in a film or play. In the same way, I think the purpose of your wedding dress is to say something special about this woman on this day. A wedding dress tells the story of your past and your hopes for the future. That’s why the dress is so important, special, and unique.
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Look out for my pink front door
With junction 9 of the M25 just 15 minutes up the hill I'm lucky to meet brides from all over the South East. I've had clients travel from Kent, Sussex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Brighton.
From further afield I've made dresses for brides in the Germany, Switzerland, the US and Australia. Please ask about overseas services as we can optimise for travel or for remote fittings.
Dorking
RH4 1RTVisit the studio
Parking is easy with a big Pay and Display right behind the shop, off Wathen Road.
Brides often remark what a delightful surprise it is to find me close to home in Surrey, for brides coming from Redhill, Reigate, Caterham, Horley, Dorking, Epsom or Guildford.
But my clients travel too, as access is easy from London by train or car. Dorking is only 40 minutes direct from Waterloo.
Two spacious fitting rooms with large mirrors
Overseas clients are common too as Gatwick airport half an hour away by train, or 20 minutes in a taxi. And Heathrow airport is an easy 40 minutes around the M25 from my studio
"Absolutely beautiful. It fulfilled my vision perfectly and made me feel like me on my wedding day. I got tons of compliments, including from all the venue staff and random passersby!"
Funny story with Samantha. Originally they wanted just three colours; pink, orange and yellow. I sent them a photo of their sample, which happened to have another sample for another bride next to it. They preferred the other sample so much, they changed their mind and opted for this beautiful full rainbow instead.
I am so in love with how their wedding photos came out. The photographer perfectly captured how hypnotically the tulle moves, and the beautiful relationship it has with the layers of colour.
Samantha`s bridal look is the perfect example of how dip dye overskirt an elevate a wedding dress. It was already a lovely gown, but with this gorgeous blend of colours, it`s now a piece that no one can take their eyes off of.
Photography - @arm.weddingphoto
#colourfulweddingdress #altwedding #colourfulwedding #dipdyeweddingdress #alternativewedding #alternativeweddingdress #altbride #alternativebride
"The dress was a hit!! Thank you so much for making my day perfect!"
Beautiful words from a beautiful bride.
Madison wanted something extra special for her wedding day, so I designed, made and dip-dyed this stunning gown for her.
I`m so grateful to Madison, since she doesn`t live in the UK, we couldn`t do fittings. So she had to really trust me with this. I`m so glad she did 🥰
I love the bouquet, with the sunflowers and roses to match the some of the colours of the gradient.
"Say yes to heaven, say yes to me" 🤍
This wedding dress is so heart-achingly romantic. The layers upon layers of fluffy tulle, the white roses encircled by trailing lace and those deep, vibrant colours.
Bold. Beautiful. Completely unique and completely bespoke. Perfect for an alternative bride looking for couture colour.
#whimsicalwedding #altwedding #unconventionalwedding #nontraditionalwedding #weddingdressinspo colouredweddingdresses dipdyeweddingdress
Manifesting... 💞
This is what happened back in November at the South East Regional award ceremony for The Wedding Industry Awards. I won best in my category for "best wedding dressmaker".
🤞🤞🤞 And I`m just hoping it happens again on Wednesday night when I`m in Liverpool for the National ceremony!
But either way I`m a winner already both in the south east and every time I see a bride`s smile in her finished bespoke dress. 🥰🥰🥰
@twia_official
The Wedding Industry Award (@twia_official) Nationals are next week 🏆️ I`m up for Independent Dressmaker/Designer, having won the regionals last month.
I`m one of four finalists in my category, which also includes the talents of @mylittleweddingshop, @caroline.chamberlainbridal and @lisa.lyons.bridal. Good to luck to everyone!
Photography by @mattrockprophoto
I`m so happy Ella chose me to elevate her already lovely @catherine__deane bridal skirt from @the_little_bridal_boutique.
For this subtle dip dye, I used a wet dye technique, instead of my usual spray approach. The two colours blended so beautifully together 💛🧡 I think the skirt looks like the petals of a flower, but I can`t put my finger on which one.
Photography - @sadie_penn_photography
Photography Credits on this Page
painted dress in cornfield: dm photography
blush dress in garden: lasting impressions by lucy
pink and red brides: Magpie eye Weddings
floral dress on cliff: thomas frost photography
green victorian dress: yn photography
beach wedding brides: siobhan byrne photography
purple dress coat: jessica jill partridge,
red necklace back dress: adam rowley
family with parasol: bristy chowdry
bride on sofa: lex fleming
kissing couple in garden: @neliprahova
Couple with bicycle: Lasting Impressions by Lucy
Bride in Chinese garden: Terry Li Photography
Couple walking to Teepee tents: alextentersphotography
gothic bride: lex fleming
Scottish couple: Credit not supplied (please get in touch)
Felicity Westmacott Headshots: Paola de Paola
Vicki Tyler's Wedding: Vivien Woods
Now Booking (left): terry li photography
(right) Ellen J Photography
Perfect Fit: Christelle Photo
shop front: iris visuals
For photos with reviews visit the review page for credits
Bride against graffiti wall: Jessica Jill Partridge,
red goth couple: Credit not supplied (please get in touch)
Classic bride with orchids: Simon Hooley
Leather jacket bridesmaids: Joanna Bongard
clifftop bride: Lieben Photography
blush and pink dipdye: Andrew Wilkinson Photography
art deco bride on grass:Debs Ivelja
blue victorian dress: Seb lomas
couple in front of lake: Vivien Woods
Lilac taffeta dress: the image cella
lace sleeves: Credit not supplied (please get in touch)
floral dress on beach: thomas frost photography