Custom Bridesmaid Dress Surrey

bespoke short bridesmaids dresses surrey in shades of pink, white and gold

I made these each of these custom bridesmaid dress in Surrey. Eleanor’s five bridesmaids all wore the same style in a mix and matched range of four colours. I used rose pink, pale pink, ivory and gold to create a pretty and spring like colour scheme.

Official Wedding pictures by Sebastian Lomas

The style was a simple knee length dress with flared a-line skirt and straight across neckline. I made each dress with a lightly boned bodices, pleated off the shoulder straps and a high waistline. I sewed each silk sash in a contrast colour to the main dress. They were ruched then followed the shaped waistline seam to dip lower at the back than the front. The dresses all closed with zips at centre back where the sashes tied in neat bows. I also made sure each bridesmaid had a contrast silk stole that matched her sash to wear in the church.

bespoke dark pink silk flowergirl dress surrey

I also made a flower girl dress and waistcoat+bow-tie set for the page boy. Abigail’s dress was made in rose-pink silk with a ruched organza sash, tiny puff sleeves and hand applique of flowers and crystals around the neckline. Barnaby wears an ivory brocade waistcoat and blue silk bow-tie.

Bridesmaids dresses by Felicity Westmacott, pink ivory and gold silk dupion with sashes and off the shoulder straps: design sketch

Original Design Sketch for the custom bridesmaid dress Surrey.

white umbrella custom bridesmaid dress surrey

I made a stole for each bridesmaid from silk that matched her sash colour. Stoles are useful when the weather gets a little chilly and to keep shoulders dry. Below, the drawing my client brought to me as the starting point for what she hoped for from her commission. Some clients have a very clear idea of what they want from the start, and others need a lot more help crystallising their ideas. I am happy to work through the process either way.

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confetti arch bridesmaid bride and groom surrey

The making and fitting process of bespoke bridesmaid dress surrey

A selection of pictures from some of the girls’ fittings. Eleanor’s five bridesmaids ranged from a tall size 8 to a petite size 16 but the style she chose was flattering to all these figures.

adult bridesmaids dresses surrey icd cream colours

Everyone in their finished dresses, like an ice cream sundae!

bespoke bridesmaid dress with sashes ice cream colours

My bride, Eleanor requested pretty bows, tied with long shapes sash ends to finish the backs beautifully.

victorian theme wedding with silk bridesmaids dresses

Here is the bride, Eleanor with her lady attendants. I also made the wedding dress which was designed in a historical fusion style. I included Victorian and 18th century elements with modern fit for a unique bespoke wedding dress for Eleanor’s surrey wedding.

gold silk dupion dress on mirror

When I had finished this bespoke bridesmaid dress surrey, I had it hung up on the mirror in my fitting room ready for collection. And when I noticed the beautiful light of the evening ‘golden hour’ catching the gold silk dupion so perfectly I had to capture the moment.

If you would like to know more about having bespoke bridesmaid dresses made please just get in touch. I also have a price guide and an FAQ page for the general bespoke process, whether a wedding dress or bridesmaids.

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Felicity Westmacott

I write about all aspects of weddings, dressmaking, fashion history, and the human relation to clothing. I welcome comments and debate.

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I can't wait to show you the photos from this wedding 😍 Mollie ordered a version of my black Morticia wedding dress and then proceeded to get married in Transylvania!

Can you get more gothic than that?? 

This was from our final fitting together. Follow along to see just how drop dead gorgeous Mollie looked on the day 🦇

#gothicwedding #gothbride #gothbridal #alternativebride #morticiaaddams
One of the pleasures of having my own shop, is I also get some alone time.
If you have a busy life you know the rare joy of getting to hang out with just yourself sometimes.

Which isn't to say I don't love welcoming brides into my shop - I absolutely do.
But I don't think I could ever have a colleague in the shop with me (not full time, anyway). 
Not after working for myself for 25 years, and being used to how I like to to do things. 

Isn't that the difference between being alone and lonely. I am alone, but very much not lonely.

Hands up all my introverts! 🙌🏻
"I am so grateful for your contribution to my dress. Everybody loved it."⁠
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This custom dip dye overskirt was the perfect pop of colour for Tanja's wedding dress. ⁠And with autumn well and truly here, I wanted to celebrate those beautiful colours.⁠
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Her floor length skirt included:⁠
💛a graduated hi-low hem to match the dress underneath⁠
🧡two layers of soft tulle⁠
🩷hand dyed with four vibrant colours; yellow, orange, red and burgundy⁠
❤️snaps along the waist for easy attachment and removal to the wedding dress⁠
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My bespoke ombre overskirts have so many other customisation options as well. From extra layers of tulle or lining fabric, to finishing off the waistband with ribbon or a pretty beaded belt. And I have over 30 colours to choose from, so there are almost limitless options.⁠
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There are so many other customisation options as well. From extra layers of tulle or lining fabric, to finishing off the waistband with ribbon or a pretty beaded belt. And I have over 30 colours to choose from, so there are almost limitless options!⁠
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You can find more examples of my dip dye work on my website.⁠
Or drop me a DM, and let's talk colour!
l've always wanted to see inside this chapel, ever since I was a child. So getting to be on set for this gothic romance wedding shoot and seeing my dress amongst the old stonework was a dream come true 🖤 

Planner/stylist @the_luxury_wedding_co⁠
Photographer ⁠
@sarah.lauren.photography⁠
Photographer @forrestwildejpg 
Content Creators @thesocialsocketweddings⁠
Table draping @foldandflowstudio⁠
Table decor @sparkleeventstyling⁠
Glassware @milliemileseventhire⁠
Ribbon @norfolksilk⁠
Stationary @two.hearts.club⁠
Florists @baileyandblossom ⁠
MUA and Hair stylist @abbigailrichardsstudio⁠
Wedding dress designer @felicitywestmacott⁠
Celebrant @pitchperfectceremonies⁠
Wedding cake designer @gwynethjohnsoncakedesign⁠
Models @allie.and.max⁠
Jewellery @coralie.jewellery⁠
Venue @maverickprojects⁠

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#bespokeweddingdress #wutheringheights
#gothicwedding
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