This Hearts and Diamonds wedding inspiration photoshoot features two gorgeous brides and two full wedding set ups with stunning dresses, accessories, florals and cakes to complement each bride. One being styled after the red ‘Queen of Hearts’ and the other, the white ‘Queen of Diamonds’. The shoot features striking red and white, an unconventional and...
The inspiration for this blue wedding dress with sleeves was a little unusual. Some brides give me mood boards, and some brides give me the lyrics to the extended (8 minute!) version of Torch by Soft Cell. The song, and especially these particular lyrics, have a lot of significance to the bride, Nicky, and her...
I created two bespoke wedding dresses in Brighton for this fun, campy, Cabaret photoshoot. The goal was to create a vibrant celebration of life and love, full of bright colours and bags of personality. There’s no better way to celebrate than with glitter, confetti and a whole lot of fun! I don’t know about...
If you’re in search for some mixed Indian British wedding dress inspiration, then you’ve come to the right blog post. I’m Fliss – a bespoke wedding dress maker from the south of England (Surrey, to be exact). I love making wedding dresses that are a little unusual. My brides are often looking for an outfit...
For this bespoke wedding dress in Guildford, I used a beautiful beaded antique-silver lace for the body of the dress, with the lower skirt being made in a silk chiffon and a silk lining. It’s the perfect combination of elegant and sexy. Depending on how much skin you want to show, you could choose to...
Danielle wanted a pretty and elegant dress with applique lace and subtle sequin sparkles on a nude base. We were aiming for something lightweight, feminine and figure-hugging. So I designed a dress that was a little soft romantic, a little boho and a little sexy, accentuating Danielle’s hourglass figure. This bespoke nude lace wedding dress...
For this bespoke wedding dress photoshoot in Hertfordshire, we created an autumnal woodland wedding. We chose a colour palette of burnt orange, red, burgundy and pink, with accents of white and gold. Everything was handmade including the bunting, macrame and tablescape, for a truly bespoke feel. This wedding is for the kind of bride who...
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...
Non-binary stunner, Stevie, saw this Addams Family wedding photoshoot where I made my Morticia inspired look. They knew it was the perfect vibe for them, so they ordered their own bespoke sheer black wedding dress for their own gothic wedding. This dress is comprised of a simple bodycon fishtail, with a plunging v-neckline front and...
Photography – Andrew Brannan Real bride, Janet, had been following me on Instagram for a few years before she got in touch. When we had our first Zoom meeting, she said she had been waiting for the perfect moment to be able to have a dress designed and made by me. I think a wedding...
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Imagine peeking into a bridal shop and seeing the designer doing a ballet challenge amongst the wedding dresses 🤭
I like to think the kind of bride who gets this, is the kind of bride I would work perfectly with 💖
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I really wanted to show you how beautifully this 1930s inspired wedding dress, the Lady Mary, drapes across the body.
This one-of-a-kind gown draws on the elegance of the Art Deco era, and I love how feather light it looks and feels. Perfect for a bride whose favourite book is The Great Gatsby, and whose comfort TV is Downton Abbey.
This exact piece - a photoshoot sample, UK size 8/10 - is finished and ready to ship.
And if you love the style but need your own fit, colours or tweaks? It can also be made bespoke to your measurements.
Get in touch to make this era of glamour your own or go and discover Lady Mary on my Etsy.
#BridalGown #WeddingInspo #VintageBride #BridalFashion #WeddingDress
The historic Chicheley Hall in Buckinghamshire was the spectacular backdrop for this 1930s wedding dress!
This magnificent venue has previously been used to film Pride and Prejudice (the one with Colin Firth and *that* scene) and Enigma with Kate Winstlett.
I featured Lady Mary (the name of this wedding dress) in my previous post as well - I just cannot tire of art deco silhouettes framed by beautiful old buildings.
The Lady Mary dress is elegant and demure, whilst also being full of subtle details that catch the eye and make you want to look a little closer.
If that sounds like the kind of dress you`re dreaming of for your big day, then drop me a DM, and let`s see what magic I can make for you.
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Venue: @chicheley_hall
Planner, stylist: @sofiaweddingsandevents
Celebrant: @kellyhcelebrant
Florist: @wildrosamund
Decorative lighting hire: @light_my_wedding
Photography: @laura_rachel_photographer
Hair Accessories: @vintageadornments
Model: @genevieve.paganini
Model: @k8yeh
Model Couple: @ceemeandtea
Model: @fionacmodel
Make-up Artist: @sademorlandstudios
Creative Hair Stylist: @triciasluxurymakeupandhair
Wedding dress and coat: @felicitywestmacott
Bridesmaids` dresses: @rewrittenbridesmaids
Engagement and Wedding Rings: @lovers_rock_diamonds On the day assistant: @brienyob
An elegant and carefree bride from the 1930s, but what`s in the suitcases?
Maybe she`s a runaway, or maybe she`s taking in the fresh air before she marries the love of her life...
This wedding dress is heavily art deco inspired; made in satin with fan pleat detailing on the hips, pretty butterfly sleeves and a beaded velvet underbodice.
The showstopper here is the yellow ochre velvet cocoon coat. It`s a perfect way to add colour to a wedding outfit, whilst also keeping warm and looking chic.
To complete the look, I also created the matching diadem with gold, pearls and orange silk dupion.
As a designer, one of my favourite things is taking inspiration from history. And because it`s only inspiration, I can take the elements I love, and leave the ones I`m not as drawn to, creating something beautiful, flattering and completely unique.
This dress is available on my Etsy (link in bio). It`s called the Lady Mary, in honour of Downton Abbey and their incredible period costumes. The coat has already been given a home, so hurry, before you miss this stylish, evocative piece as well.
Venue: @folkingtonmanor
Photographer: @thesoulofmylens_photography
Model & fashion stylist: @dorotagluszekmodel
Vintage car: @beaufordclassicweddingcarhire
Dress designer, orange hair band & coat: @felicitywestmacott
Hair accessories: @vintageadornments
Shoes: @the_new_glass_slipper
White Hair band: @lovelanebridal
"Dear Felicity,
I just wanted to drop you a line to say how wonderful my dress was last weekend.
I honestly cannot thank you enough, I felt so special in it and everyone said how amazing it was.
You are so talented and you completely brought all my dreams to life.
Thank you so much. Mum also loved hers and looked amazing - we were saying how we can’t wait to come back to you for something else.
Lots of love, Meg"
Thank you to both Meg and Lisa for trusting me with making their outfits for this wonderful day.
Not only did I create Meg`s beautiful floaty wedding dress, but I also made a silk ensemble in shades of Green for the mother of the bride, Lisa 🌸🌿
I`m looking forward to seeing what else I make for them in the future!
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Photography - Kaleido Shoots, @kaleidoweddings
Venue - Sarah Jones Gardens, @sj_gardens
Soft, light chiffon layered over delicate peach silk.
Gently gathered skirt and sleeves, finished with ribbons.
Scrolling lace climbing up the corseted bodice.
This dress is so romantic, so relaxed and so pretty. Meg looks like a princess from your favourite historical novel. I can just imagine her gliding across the dancefloor with her beloved, skirts quietly rustling as they twirl together.
Can you guess what Meg’s inspiration for this design were?
Photography - Kaleido Shoots, @kaleidoweddings
Venue - Sarah Jones Gardens, @sj_gardens
