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Down the Rabbit Hole...⁠🕰️
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⁠A few months ago I was contacted by Amy, looking for a last minute seamstress replacement for her steampunk Alice in Wonderland themed wedding shoot.

I said yes, and with three and a half weeks before the shoot, I made complete outfits for both brides. Amy gave me free reign on the design, with the only request being I used traditionally steampunk colours; brown, beige, taupe, bronze, copper and gold.

To add to the last minute chaos, the original Alice bride model had to drop out the day before the shoot. We managed to find a new model, whose measurements were similar to the dress I had already finished, except she was 8 inches shorter and 2 dress sizes smaller than the previous model. This meant that even with last minute alterations, the fit on the day wasn`t perfect – it isn`t incredibly noticeable, but I can see it...

For our femme Alice bride, I made a wedding dress from pale gold taffeta, with a fully boned bodice, long skirt with a train and waterfall back. The petticoat is a cage crinoline with rows and rows of boning and tapes – tea-dyed to go with the colour scheme. Originally the skirt had two options, either down, or hitched up. But due to our new bride being shorter, we could only have it hitched, so she could move around safely.

For our more masc bride, I went for a White Rabbit meets Mad Hatter look, with velvet breeches, and a double-breasted waistcoat over cotton romantic sleeved shirt and matching cravat. She was styled with Victorian-style ankle booties and striped stockings. I also decorated a vintage top hat with bird cage veiling, cogs and peacock feathers, and we sourced a pocket watch to go into the specially made pocket watch pocket.

Which outfit is your favourite?

Content creation and creative lead: @reeldealsocial ⁠
Lead photographer: @nicolaashleaphotography⁠
Celebrant: @stardustceremonies⁠
Styling and flowers: @foxgloveandblack⁠
Photographer 2: @candiceharrisphotography⁠
Model 1: @rosy053⁠
Model 2: @s.frosties⁠
HMUA: @house_of_belles⁠
Tea set: @teacupswishes⁠
Cake: @thecakelabuk⁠
Shoes: @houseofelliotlaceboots⁠
Drinks: @bittersweetbartenders⁠
Stationer: @calistaandbelle⁠
Venue: @wortonhall⁠

As you can see from the first fitting photo, when Mahri bought her dress to me, there was a bit of an issue with fit.⁠
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But not to worry, because that`s where I worked my dress alchemy magic ✨️⁠
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Mahri`s dress underwent a lot of changes. Over the course of several months we had lots of fittings, each time readjusting our plan of action. This is to be expected for a such a dramatic alteration.⁠
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Not only did I add about 8 inches to the body of the dress, I also reshaped the bodice, creating new panels from the fabric taken from shortening the hem. I used the rest of the spare fabric to make the lacing at the back, so that everything matched perfectly. ⁠
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Originally at the back there were see-through panels with buttons, but we decided to get rid of those, and ended up with this elegant, flattering shape, using just a little bit of invisible skin-tone tulle for support. ⁠
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As a final detail, I created a fabulous bustle up. I think it looks particularly beautiful with this style of dress.⁠
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Mahri looks absolutely stunning and I`m so glad she trusted me to work my magic and transform her wedding dress into something truly bespoke.⁠
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I have a few alteration slots per month, so if you`ve got some changes in mind, it`s better to get in touch sooner rather than later!⁠
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Photographer - @geocam.photography⁠
The Venue - @thecruin (Loch Lomond)⁠
Decor - @purplewillowweddings⁠

It`s amazing how much a cape, jacket or bolero can add to a bridal outfit. It can be that finishing touch you didn`t even know you were looking for.

So, I wanted to share some of my favourite cover-up creations:

1. For this photoshoot, I spent a lot of time looking at Jenny Bevan`s designs from the recent Cruella film. From that, I came up with a series of looks, including this antique military-style black velvet jacket, to which I added lace cuffs for even more upcycling chic.

2. This wedding shoot was all about 1950s fun. As well as the dress, I really enjoyed creating a capsule collection of accessories, including this organza tie-front shirt, inspired by rockabilly and country & western.

3. I created this little capelet using layers of purple and lilac feathers. It`s such a rock n` roll vibe for an alternative bride who wants to make a statement. A small addition, but with maximum effect. (this feather capelet is part of my Etsy sample sale)

4. For this cool London elopement shoot I wanted a short, sweet 60’s/80’s retro vibes. I made the simple dress and then the cute bolero-shrug. It`s covered in sequins and pearls and fastens above a cut away back with matching pearls. So cute, so chic.

Which is your favourite? Cruella, Rockabilly, Alternative or Retro?

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Shoot 1
Photography @lexflemingphoto
Planning and Styling @revelryevents
Venue @woolwichworks
Hair @makeup_in_orangeries
Necklace @moxhamstore
MUA @kayleighkmua
Bride @victoria_sirotyuk

Shoot 2
Concept, Planning & Styling: @4yaparty
Venue: @thelostvillageofdode
Photographer: @stevemulveytog
Florist: @baileyandblossom
Car: @veeduboccassions
Millinery: @follylondonmillinery
Jewellery: @bishboshbecca
Makeup: @scampbellbridalmakeup
Hair: @alexhairandmua
Models: @dawn_isobel @nnastia.photography

Shoot 3
Model emilygossip
Photographer @joannabongardphoto
Fascinator by @laney_jane_maccormack ⠀
Cake by @malarkeycakes ⠀
Hair and makeup by @lawsonmakeup⠀
Venue @sparkfordhall
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Shoot 4
Models - @megsnmichael
Concept/Photographer - @jade_mariephotography
Florist - @hollyandtheivyfloristry
Make up/Hair Stylist - @emmaartismakeup
Jeweller - @cathysutherlandjewellery

✨Featured in Your Surrey Wedding magazine (@countyweddingmagazines)✨⁠
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A destination wedding on your own doorstep - that was the aim of this Dolce Vita in Dorking wedding photoshoot. We wanted to bring a slice of Italy to Surrey! A slower way of life, enjoying the small pleasures; the bright yellow of a lemon, the sun of your skin and the bringing together of two people who love each other.⁠
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I provided two looks for this shoot; my sparkling Poinsettia dress and a simple satin shift with a lace capelet. All the drama for the ceremony, and something a little more comfortable to relax in afterwards.⁠
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You can find the full article online here: https://www.county.wedding/image-upload/flippingbook/YSYW118/32/⁠
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If you`re inspired by this shoot, then add it to your mood board or drop me a DM and let`s talk about how we can adjust this design to fit your ideas and your body perfectly.⁠
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Suppliers⁠
Producer & Photographer / Videographer - @KalaWeddings.UK⁠
Content Creator & Shoot Assistant - @TheProfileBride⁠
In association with @HelloDorking⁠
Location - @BurfordBridgeWeddings⁠
Bridalwear - @FelicityWestmacott⁠
Menswear - @Dapper_Dorking & @WestDawMens⁠
Lingerie - @VictoriasLittleBraShop⁠
Cake - @PuttyCakes⁠
Flowers & Décor - @FlowersByElaine⁠
Furniture, Props, Décor & Jewellery - @WindibankAuctioneers6906⁠
Hair - @thebridalhairartists & @TeresaWellerHairArt⁠
Make-up - @SiSalon_⁠
Décor - @IndigoGrey.uk⁠
Drone Operator - @LukeWhatleyBigg⁠
Bride model - @sausageunicorn⁠
Groom model - @luke_roberts93⁠
Best man model - @ciaran.maclennan⁠
Mother of the Bride Model - domino_1950