I made a 1930’s style bias cut satin bridesmaid dress in soft peppermint satin for each of Katherine’s bridesmaids. I designed flattering criss-cross seaming, cowl necklines and an elegant necklace back detail. The bridesmaid dresses I made perfectly complimented the dress I’d made for the bride and suited the age and figure of both grown-up...
Susan asked me to make her this stunning forest green velvet mother of the bride dress. The dramatic plunge back and colourful embellishment contrasts with the understated and simple elegance of the front. Official photographs by Feather & Birch Photography I design the dress with princess seams, knee length with boat neckline at the front....
Charlotte commissioned an ivory silk crepe and lace wedding dress. I designed her dress in layered silk satin and Georgette with a dramatic low back filled with beaded lace. Official Wedding Pictures by Sarah McDonnell Design Details Charlotte’s dress has a fitted and boned bodice with a sweet heart neckline below a yoke of beaded...
I made three bespoke wedding dresses for this frost themed Autumn bridal photoshoot. From time to time I collaborate with other wedding professionals on styled wedding photoshoots. This one took place in November 2016 in leafy Surrey with the theme “Frost on the Leaves”. We wanted to explore the underrated beauty of the late English...
I made an illusion back lace wedding dress for Helen. The bodice was a traditional sweetheart shape, lightly boned but totally cut away at the back. A simple straight skirt and train balanced the drama of the sheer tulle and lace applique back and sleeves. Official photography by Alex Tenters Photography The lace on Helen’s...
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This is the 2nd look I made for a recent cultural fusion styled wedding shoot.
It`s a variation of my highly popular Evie bridal separates. For this iteration, I made ivory silk trousers and a burgundy top with the traditional Indian latkan ties at the back.
I`ve made my Evie separates quite a few times now: with or without sleeves (sometimes removable, sometimes not), with a skirt, without a skirt etc etc. I think there`s something about the simple, clean lines that really speaks to brides looking for something chic, modern and a little different. Especially this version, with that gorgeous crimson top and embroidered belt to match.
Is this outfit speaking to you? I still have slots for weddings in 2025 and early 2026. Drop me a DM and let`s have a chat 💖
Have a look at my previous post to see the other wedding outfit I made for the day - it couldn`t be more different to this one!)
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Concept production & lead photographer - @puli.wedding
BTS shooter & assistant - @jaysapertures
Second shooter & assistant - @sweetspirephotography
MUA & Hair - @rebeccabridalartist @rebeccamakeupartistry_ & @sylvia_magdalena_mua
Asian fusion wedding dress - @felicitywestmacott
Jewellery - @beautifuljewellery_gb
Hair accessories- @rwweddings
Models - @meeraroses & Matt, @simi_d_gupta @magsnesiumodel
Cakes - @thefloweringbaker & @amybakerscakes
Florist - @petal_wild
Candles - @the_florists_studio
Stationary (invites, menus & place cards) - @elegantlymadeco
Celebrant - @celebratewithhayley
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What a beautiful day this was 🩷
I love cultural fusion, so getting to work on this styled shoot was such a pleasure. This real life couple, with Indian bride and British groom, were such a dream to work with too 🥰 (check out the bride`s beautiful tattoos)
This is the first of two outfits I created for the day. I made it from the fabric of two fuchsia pink lehenga. It was important to me to make sure I sourced the pieces from a genuine, Indian seller. You can`t beat the real thing!
I loved stretching my creative muscles to find the perfect blend of traditional Indian and British elements for this dress. And also incorporating modern elements in there as well. A fusion across time as well as geography!
What do you think? Do you think I met the brief?
Follow along to see the second I look I made as well (hint: it isn`t a dress).
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Concept production & lead photographer - @puli.wedding
BTS shooter & assistant - @jaysapertures
Second shooter & assistant - @sweetspirephotography
MUA & Hair - @rebeccabridalartist @rebeccamakeupartistry_ & @sylvia_magdalena_mua
Asian fusion wedding dress - @felicitywestmacott
Jewellery - @beautifuljewellery_gb
Hair accessories- @rwweddings
Models - @meeraroses & Matt, @simi_d_gupta @magsnesiumodel
Cakes - @thefloweringbaker & @amybakerscakes
Florist - @petal_wild
Candles - @the_florists_studio
Stationary (invites, menus & place cards) - @elegantlymadeco
Celebrant - @celebratewithhayley
I love an analogy, and I think this one is a really powerful one.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments 💜
"Simply the BEST. Working with Felicity was an absolute joy. I knew that I wanted to collaborate with someone who I knew I could depend on as I was on a tight deadline and it had to be perfect.
Not only did Felicity meet my expectations, she helped me realise my vision and achieve my dream that I had been working on for decades. Given my exacting fabric choice, she knows exactly what would work for me and gave expert advice. She thinks of everything and I trust her implicitly with my brand. I would recommend her to anyone.
Felicity puts you first and understands how much emotional energy you put into your big day -- whatever that day looks like."
Kathy is absolutely my type of person, an amazing, bright, creative soul, and I absolutely loved working with her.
I had such a lovely time at @kathykyle_`s launch party 🥰 and I bumped into some of the @hellodorking team as well!
Photography - Luke Whatley Bigg, Anna Kompaniets, Sarah Jordan, Leisa Pickles
@kathykyle_studio is a local artist who walked into my shop one day and asked me to make her a dress. She`s a textile artist, and she was having a launch party for her latest collection, and wanted something extra special for the occasion.
Kathy makes wearable art. She paints beautiful, intricate designs and has her designs printed onto silk scarves. Her pieces are full of meaningful motifs about feminism, life and so much more.
Making this dress was such a wonderful collaboration. Kathy created a new design (5m x 1.5m in size) to be printed onto fabric, and brought me a vintage pattern she wanted to use. The pattern was actually reversable, with options for both a V-neck and boat neck. It was very cool to see Kathy switching her dress round for each part of her launch day.
I love working with fellow artists!
#dorking #surrey #textileart #bespokedress #customdress #printedfabric
Here are just some of my creations from the past year! I feel so lucky to get to make such interesting and varied garments as my job 🥰 colourful wedding dresses, unique mother of the bride ensembles, as well as alterations to make a dress feel more like home.
If you used my services (as a bride specifically) between Oct 1st 2024 up until now, I have a little favour to ask...
I`ve been nominated for the 2026 Wedding Industry Awards, in the "Independent Dressmaker/Designer" category and the people in the time period above are the only ones who are eligible to vote for me.
So, if you have a spare few minutes, and you enjoyed both working with me and the outcome, then you can vote for me via the link in my bio. There are different voting links depending on whether you were a bespoke or dipdye booking, or an alteration booking.
Industry recognition is one thing, but recognition from the people I work with is even better 💜
(and if you`ve already voted for me, thank you!! It means the world!)
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