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...
I designed this custom wedding dress, made in Surrey, for a spring wedding photoshoot. Along with the chic bridal separates. The shoot took place at Somersbury Barn, a beautiful oak framed barn nestled in the idyllic Surrey countryside. This gorgeous venue, complete with a stunning Victorian glasshouse was the initial inspiration for our shoot planner...
I created this couture Cruella Deville wedding dress for a Cruella themed wedding photoshoot in London. I was very lucky to get the blessing of award-winning costume design (and personal friend), Jenny Beavan. Jenny designed the costumes for the 2021 live action Cruella and her designs formed the inspiration for this bridal look. All the...
I made a traditional lace wedding dress for Sofia’s wedding day. My design echoes the classic lines of Grace Kelly’s famous 1956 wedding dress, designed by Helen Rose. The simple boned bodice with sweetheart neckline and bold lace over-lay extending up to a higher boat neck. The lace had a wide scalloped edge which we...
For her wedding day, Katie wanted a feminine and floaty dress in layers of tulle and floral lace. And what a dress it turned out to be! It’s such a romantic wedding look, fit for a fantasy princess.The dress was made from layered silk dupion (one of my favourite fabrics to work with), rose pink...
For this forest wildflower wedding dress, I wanted to take inspiration from nature. Especially since the ceremony for this shoot took place outdoors, it felt right to try and incorporate those elements into the dress. This is the kind of look for a bride who loves meadow flowers, like cornflowers and poppies. For a bride...
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...
Hi, I’m Fliss and I’m a Surrey based seamstress, making bespoke bridal outfits for brides all over the country (and beyond). I love creating wedding looks that are a little different from the usual. And this gorgeous photoshoot, shot at Welbeck Manor, is the perfect alternative wedding dress inspiration – Surrey. Alternative Wedding Dress Inspiration...
For beautiful bride Lisa, I created this romantic, off the shoulder balloon sleeve wedding dress. Features included layers of fluffy blush tulle, an elegant ruched neckline, and buttoned cuffs. Photography: Eddy Fisher Photography Elements of the Dress The bodice was fully supportive with integral bust cups to provide shape without excessive cleavage (see below for...
Nicola wanted a simple and elegant dress made in pale ivory, with a dip dye skirt for her wedding by the dramatic Cornish coast. As a result, I created this fabulous sunset dipdye wedding dress for her. Photography – Thomas Frost Nicola sent me a lovely note after her wedding: “I cannot begin to put...
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for my second prize for the Wed4Pal fundraiser, I`m giving you the chance to win a Dip-Dye Package in a raffle, meaning you could win either a Bridal dip dye package OR custom dip dye overskirt for as little as £45! This is just one way in which my business is taking a stand against genocide, apartheid and injustice.
The package will include either:
a. adding dip dye-style colour to the bottom of your wedding dress in 1-5 colours from the hem up to 18" high
or
b. a custom dip dye tulle overskirt made to fit over your wedding dress. Including two layers of tulle, custom cut to fit perfectly over your wedding dress. Up to 5 colours, from hem up to 18" high
100% of ticket sales (minus mandatory transaction fees) will go towards addressing the genocide in Palestine, with 50% going to Pal Humanity (an organisation providing medical aid, education and lifesaving supplies in Northern Gaza) and 50% going to gorgeous Gazan couple, Sama and Khalil, and their families to help them sustain and rebuild their lives.
More of a bargain and far more ethical than any Black Friday deal going, you can now buy tickets for our raffle prize until 14th February. Buy your tickets today and find out on Valentine’s Day if you’ve won!
You can find out more about our amazing prize, check out the terms and conditions and buy your tickets by following the link to the fundraiser in @wed4pal bio or head straight to http://www.amostcuriousweddingfair.co.uk
Photographers:
1 - Andrew Wilkinson Photography
2 - Lucy King Photography
3 - Tony Pullen Photography
4 - Steve Mulvey Photography
5 - Charly Mae Photography
6 - Kate Hennessey Photography
7 - Lisa Kennedy Photography
Illustrations: @karin_akesson_design
Image description: a bride stands before a fireplace in a castle. She is wear a long, dramatic wedding dress with balloon sleeves. The end of the dress is dip dyed a rich cerise.
It`s time to announce the first of two prizes that I`ll be contributing to the Wed4Pal fundraising raffle 🍉
I`m proud to be part of the Wed4Pal fundraiser, giving you the chance to win a Bridal Alterations Package in a raffle, meaning you could win a package worth up to to £600, for alterations of size or style to your wedding dress or outfit, for as little as £45! This is just one way in which my business is taking a stand against genocide, apartheid and injustice.
This package can include all the usual type of sizing alterations to an off the peg dress. For example, taking in the bust waist and/or hip, taking up the hem and/or shortening the train. Straps or sleeves adjusted, bust pads added and putting in a bustle-up for the train. It can also include changes to the style of the dress such as changing the neckline shape, adding straps or sleeves (fabric not included), changing a back fastening to buttons, lace-up or zip. As well as adding embellishment, lace applique, beading or embroidery.
100% of ticket sales (minus mandatory transaction fees) will go towards addressing the genocide in Palestine, with 50% going to Pal Humanity (an organisation providing medical aid, education and lifesaving supplies in Northern Gaza) and 50% going to gorgeous Gazan couple, Sama and Khalil, and their families to help them sustain and rebuild their lives.
More of a bargain and far more ethical than any Black Friday deal going, you can now buy tickets for our raffle prize until 14th February. Buy your tickets today and find out on Valentine’s Day if you’ve won!
You can find out more about our amazing prize, check out the terms and conditions and buy your tickets by following the link to the fundraiser in @wed4pal bio or head straight to http://www.amostcuriousweddingfair.co.uk
Photography
1 - Natalia Case Photography
2 - Anna Pumer Photography
3 - Adam Lowndes
4 - Stephanie Kalber
5 - Mira Malovana
6 - I-DoProductions
Illustrations: @karin_akesson_design
Image description: a bride sits on a chaise longue, hand on hip, other hand holding a champagne flute. She is in a daring metallic silver lace wedding dress, perfectly fitted to her body.
Wed4Pal is an amazing fundraising effort, where loads of wedding industry supplier have donated products and services, giving you a chance to win some truly gorgeous prizes. 100% of ticket sales (minus mandatory transaction fees) will go towards addressing the genocide in Palestine, which is a cause I continue to feel extremely passionately about.
I`ve got two very exciting prizes that I`ll be announcing in the coming days, but for now I wanted to share some of the other goodies you could be in the chance of winning, including:
1 - A5 watercolour couple painting by Chloe Sami Live Painter
2 - Bespoke Dried Flower Bouquet and Six Dried Flower and Silk Ribbon button Holes by Sweet Pea Rosa
3 - 2-tiered wedding cake that could feed 100 guests by Cakes by Jazlins
4 - Bee Davies Illustration Custom Painting on Your Jacket
5 - Up to 50 A.R.D Bakery Wedding Favour Chocolate Boxes
There are over 40 raffles running as part of the fundraiser with incredible prizes from cakes to ceremonies to photography, videography, art, flowers and more. There are also some awesome suppliers you can book directly, who will donate a portion of their fees or sales to the fundraiser. You can check them out on the @wed4pal Instagram page.
Illustrations: @karin_akesson_design
Image description: Felicity Westmacott sits, smiling at the camera. Behind her are twinkling lights and pink flowers. There is a graphic overlaid on the image with reads "with my raffle prize wed4pal raffles".
When you have two bespoke wedding dresses on your sample rail that are perfect for both Elphaba and Glinda, and with Wicked For Good having come out, it felt rude not to!
Wicked has done an amazing job of bringing bright, bold fashion back to our attention, which is so exciting. But I`ve had many Elphaba and Glinda brides way before they came to the big screen. Brides who are up for going on an adventure with me to conjure up their perfect wedding look.
I might not be the Wizard of Oz, but I am the Dress Alchemist after all 😉
(shout out to my social media manager, Elodie, for stepping in and being the Elphaba to my Glinda. If you`re looking for your own magical media witch, you can find them at www.brightbeemedia.co.uk)
The dress on the stand vs. the dress in action✨
I made the Poinsettia dress last Christmas for my window display. I never would have predicted that it would be spotted by Rosie, who then bought it and wore it for the 2025 Miss Great Britain pageant!
My bespoke designs have been used for all sorts of events. Weddings mainly (obviously), but parties, anniversaries and proms too. But this might be the first time one of my gowns has been seen on the stage of a pageant. And doesn`t Rosie look so serenely glamorous? The perfect model for this sparkly, elegant dress. And she placed in the top 10. Well done Rosie!
