For this bespoke wedding dress photoshoot in Hampshire, we wanted to evoke the feeling of a fairy tale. Of a princess being whisked away by her prince, of magic, whimsy and romance. The colours we wanted to focus on were blush pink, various shades of green and deep burgundy. All inspired by the colours found...
For this Marie Antoinette wedding dress photoshoot, we took inspiration from the aesthetic of Bridgeton. I think we ended up with something slightly different, but equally wonderful, don’t you think? Our colour scheme was pastels; blush, pinks, coral, creamy ivory and hints of baby blue and gold. We wanted to evoke something romantic and ethereal...
The theme for this bespoke wedding dress photoshoot in London can be summarised as “Nile Queen”. Whilst being inspired by things of the past, we still wanted to keep this wedding very modern and chic. I had the pleasure of designing the wedding dress for this shoot, and absolutely loved making something fit for a...
This was the first styled shoot I ever organised – but certainly not the last. I live on the border between Sussex and Surrey and as a wedding dress designer, it only made sense that I gathered together some local wedding suppliers, chose a stunning location, made some dresses and had some fun! Hence this...
For this styled wedding shoot, the aim was to create an atmosphere that was dark, dramatic and regal. We used royal purple, lavender, deep burgundy and vibrant cerise as our colour palette, with plenty of gilded gold highlights. And no white! This was the inspiration for my dark fairytale feather wedding dress. My design was...
Rebecca wanted a Victorian-inspired wedding dress made in deep forest green and ivory silk dupion. We prioritised historical accuracy with this gown, from the custom-made corset underneath, to the embroidered bustle, all the way down to the layers of knife pleats around the skirt. Photography – Yuriy Nutsa Photograhy and Babb Photo Why wear that...
Catherine wanted a flamboyant and theatrical two-piece bridal ensemble in red and white, with feathers, sparkle and a lot of tulle. This red feather masquerade wedding dress is the result. The drama of this dress is so exciting to me, and as someone who’s educational background is in theatre design, this one couldn’t have been...
Tracey wanted a Tudor inspired wedding dress with a modern twist for her wedding at the Tudor period hotel, Langshott Manor. I love designing alternative wedding dresses so this was a lovely project. The two piece ensemble made in deep red silk velvet has a firmly boned bodice cut in a ‘Tudor’ style with a...
Eleanor commissioned a beautiful Victorian wedding dress in palest blue embroidered silk dupion. I designed Eleanor’s dress using a mixture of historical sources as inspiration. Tudor, 18th century and Victorian corsetry came together to create a dress that flattered her petite but curvy figure. I made Eleanor’s dress with a fitted and boned bodice and...
I made an orange wedding dress 1950’s style for Clare’s Florida wedding. She commissioned a flamboyant 1950’s style dress made in burnt orange satin and ivory chiffon with beaded lace and tulle. Official wedding photographs by www.gingermidgett.com The fitted and well boned bodice had a sweetheart neckline framed with straps that narrowed on the shoulder....
Posts from Felicity Westmacott
For this bespoke wedding dress photoshoot in Hampshire, we wanted to evoke the feeling of a fairy tale. Of a…
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For this Marie Antoinette wedding dress photoshoot, we took inspiration from the aesthetic of Bridgeton. I think…
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I have had the privilege of working with many brides who come from black heritage or have darker skin tones. When…
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My spouse and I booked a non-binary wedding couple photoshoot for our 14th wedding anniversary celebration. We…
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I designed this custom wedding dress, made in Surrey, for a spring wedding photoshoot. Along with the chic bridal…
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I created this couture Cruella Deville wedding dress for a Cruella themed wedding photoshoot in London. I was very…
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The theme for this bespoke wedding dress photoshoot in London can be summarised as "Nile Queen". Whilst being…
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I am fortunate enough to have been commissioned to design many a cultural fusion wedding dress. I have love for…
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My favourite type of dress to make is an historically inspired wedding dresses. My whole career has stemmed but an…
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I love colour and making ombre wedding dresses for real brides is one of my favourite types of commission. The first…
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I have been privileged to create many wedding dresses for mature brides. It's lovely to be trusted with the task so…
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This was the first styled shoot I ever organised - but certainly not the last. I live on the border between Sussex…
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“Normal is an illusion. What is normal for the spider is chaos for the fly.”Morticia Addams I was so excited…
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For this styled wedding shoot, the aim was to create an atmosphere that was dark, dramatic and regal. We used…
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For this forest wildflower wedding dress, I wanted to take inspiration from nature. Especially since the ceremony…
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If you're a bride-to-be who loves vibrant colours, daring silhouettes and opulent fabrics, all whilst being…
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Hi, I'm Fliss and I'm a Surrey based seamstress, making bespoke bridal outfits for brides all over the country…
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With thanks to Millie Fuller for this guest article The average age women are getting married at is 35, yet a…
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From classics of the past to modern sports, we list the favorite car models for brides who willget to the…
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Guest post by Daniel Davis Every couple who plans a wedding celebration wants to make this day unforgettable…
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Chinese inches For anyone puzzled as to why there are two kinds of inches, two measurements both called inches but…
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I get asked this question so often I thought it was time to write a few blogs to answer it properly; "Can my wedding…
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If knowing whether or not you can dye your wedding dress black (or any other colour) is a deciding factor please see…
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and other useful dying facts... The cost of dying a wedding dress might be £300-£1000 (updated Jan 2023). Much…
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I do not offer a wedding dress dyeing service in the uk or anywhere! I do have extensive knowledge of the dye process…
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Guest post by Judith Keller: Planning a wedding is an exciting time, and it can also be overwhelming. One of the…
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Guest post by Katie Pierce: Ally's bespoke wedding dress travelled all the way up a mountain! Destination…
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Guest post by Blake Miller: Image via Unsplash.com Your wedding is an exciting time. Whether you are going for a…
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People often ask me for advice in choosing sewing machines for beginners to dressmaking. This article is designed…
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Neli and Neiko asked me for a dress for their rustic, Italian styled photoshoot. This silver wedding dress was…
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Some people think wedding dresses are timeless and don't change as fast as other fashion, but this is not true at all. …
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Our photoshoot with elegant Downton Abbey vibes and breezy summer colours made this August wedding day the perfect…
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You will love your dress but no one else will love it as much as you do. Don?t compromise on anything to please others.
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