From time to time I collaborate on styled shoots with other wedding professionals designing and making dresses as a one off just for the occasion. These photoshoot dresses can be purchased direct from me and are usually priced at about half what it might cost to have the same design made bespoke as a normal commission. They have all been ‘worn once’ for the photoshoot but they are usually perfect or almost perfect. Any imperfections will be described.
You are welcome to visit to try on the dresses before purchasing, or to buy online. Always check your measurements before buying as although I will accept returns for size it’s better to avoid that disappointment if we can! I describe what basic size alterations might be possible in each listing and I am also happy to advise if you have any questions.
I will accept returns within 14 days of delivery, as long as the garment is returned in the same manner and condition is was received. Full terms and conditions for purchase will be sent to anyone buying before completion of a sale.
Sylphide: Frost Lace Dress
Antique silver illusion-back lace wedding dress
Ivory silk chiffon and beaded lace with plain duchess-satin under dress (can be worn seperately). Flutter sleeves, gentle mermaid/fishtail shape and low/open back.
Photoshoot sample as seen £1300 Ready to Ship
UK size 10/12
This dress will be £2600 to order new in your size, fabric choice and design tweaks
Wisteria: Taffeta Dress and Bolero
Bespoke lilac/pink shot taffeta and silver lace wedding dress with bolero
Asymmetric ruched strapless and fully boned bodice with full a-line skirt with waterfall train. Silver lace detail and matching bolero, button and loop back closing.
Photoshoot sample as seen £1250 Ready to Ship
UK size 8/10
This dress will be £2600 to order new in your size, fabric choice and design tweaks
Phoenix: Dip dye Fire Dress
Dip dye Ombre wedding dress in shades of Autumn Fire
Ivory silk dupion and ruched tulle. Rainbow of colour fades up from the hem in crimson, scarlet red, ornage and yellow. Boned bodice, sweetheart neckline, optional straps and lace-up back. Finished with hand appliqued lace trim and silk roses.
Photoshoot sample as seen £1600 Ready to Ship
UK size 10/12
This dress will be £2300 (+£800 for dip dye colour) to order new in your size, fabric choice and design tweaks
Burlesque Dress
Ivory wiggle dress with peplum
Silk duchess satin dress with optional off the shoulder or strapless sweetheart neckline. Gold lace and swarovski crystal detail, button back closure. Fit and flare skirt with high low hem revealing contrast netting beneath.
Photoshoot sample as seen £850 Ready to Ship
UK size 10
This dress will be £1700 to order new in your size, fabric choice and design tweaks
Isn`t this English country wedding so pretty? The sun shining, drinking bubbly on the lawn, surrounded by friends and family.
When talking to Janet about her wedding dress ideas, I was so excited she chose to go for this gorgeous, emerald colour for her wedding dress. Non-traditional colours don`t have to mean a non-traditional look.
Janet looks so elegant and regal in this simple, floor length wedding dress.
The layers of silk and chiffon meant this dress floated when she walked, and pooled around her in gorgeous puddles of green satin when sitting. Just stunning.
If you want to see more photos from this wedding, I recently blogged about it: https://felicitywestmacott.co.uk/forest-green-beaded-wedding-dress
"I just wanted to say a huge thank you for creating my silky Kimono outfit with the lovely obi to complement it.
You were so accommodating and helpful with all my fluffy requests and did everything to interpret my muddled ideas to create something so very special.
I had so many sincere complements from complete strangers asking me questions about where I got my outfit from and how much they loved it. I felt so comfortable too.
I can’t thank you enough. You truly work magic with your immense skills & talents!"
I love working with mother of the brides (or grooms). Especially those with such a well defined sense of style. Working on a wedding dress can sometimes have some limitations, but with a MOTB outfit, it can really be anything you want it to be!
For this MOTB, I created a soft and flowing three piece set in vibrant blue, as well as an obi-inspired belt in a contrasting fabric.
I offer mother of the bride or groom ensembles created from design to completion to suit your figure and style, from dresses to jackets, as well as two-piece and three-piece ensembles.
Have a look at my website for more examples (link in the bio).
When Iram saw the custom Asian fusion wedding trousers and top that I had made for a bridal shoot, she decided she had to have them for her own London wedding – and I don’t blame her! This outfit looks perfect on her. It`s the ideal look for a chic, modern, summer wedding.
The ‘Evie’ separates comprise of a beautiful wedding top and trouser set with beaded waistband for a bride who is not afraid to make a statement. And Iram was definitely not afraid! She exudes chilled, modern bride energy in this cool and comfortable combo.
If you love this custom Asian fusion wedding trousers, you can find the Evie bridal separates on my Etsy 💜
Photography @saidigitaluk
“I fell in love with Felicity’s design from the moment I saw it online, and seeing it come to life was even better! She helped me customise the outfit with small changes which made it even more special. Felicity made sure the fit was perfect before she let me take the outfit home and I’m so thankful for her attention to detail.
I was so comfortable on the day, and loved every minute of wearing my wedding outfit. It went beautifully with the indo-western, city wedding vibe I was looking for. No other outfit would have met the brief so well, and Felicity was always responsive to any questions or requests I had throughout the whole process.”
After her wedding, Iram messaged me to say she plans to dye her bridal separates so that they can be worn again and again. I love the idea that this bridal outfit will have a life beyond the wedding day 🥰
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Photographer: @saidigitaluk
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Since 1753, when the Marriage Act first came into existence, UK marriage law has come a long way. Some things have taken much longer than they should have (I`m looking at you, 1991 and 2013, 2023). But there`s still more than can be done. The association of @independentcelebrants is campaigning for the UK government to follow the recommendations of the 2022 wedding law reform report.
"At least 10,000 wedding ceremonies a year in England and Wales are led by independent celebrants. These ceremonies are perfectly legal to hold, but as it stands a celebrant cannot perform a legally binding marriage – that part must be done separately, meaning added inconvenience and cost for couples."
I`m all about supporting couples to have the wedding day of their dream, and that rarely includes having to find time and money to go to the registry office.
If you want to help with this, then you can spread awareness! Share this post, or make your own. Talk about it with friends and family. And once you`ve done that, you can always get in touch with your local MP. The Independent Celebrants website has a PDF guide to help you with how to go about doing that.
Is this an issue you`re aware of? Is there anything I`ve missed out?
#ChangeWeddingLaw #SpeakUpForCelebrants #LegaliseCelebrantWeddings
I created this Regency-inspired wedding dress for a Bridgerton themed wedding shoot. I used modern fabrics like tulle, beaded lace and shantung, but with period accurate details like the empire line waist, square neckline and boned stays (corset).
I love to work with versality when it comes to my creations, so the dress was designed with multiple layers; the main dress has an embroidered tulle bodice and asymmetric beaded lace skirt. A lilac and pink dip-dyed tulle skirt can be added over the floral train of the main dress for some dreamy ombre magic. A lilac silk dupion `spencer jacket` with hand appliqued beaded lace completes the ensemble.
All these options make it possible to have lots of different looks throughout your wedding day.
Which Bridgerton character can you imagine wearing this outfit?
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