Recommended Suppliers
Choosing wedding suppliers can be daunting, so as I always value recommendations myself, I thought I'd share some with you.
Here are a few colleagues I have worked with over the years who might be useful to you when researching who to book for your own wedding
The Cotswold Hat Club
Exquisite hats for hire, delivered to your door
Hand crafted by British and Irish milliners Available UK wide with express delivery
Hat hire: how it works
Mention finding Cotswold Hat Club via my website to receive 10% off your hire cost.
thecotswoldhatclub.co.uk
This is a sign
Whether for an event space or at home, there's one addition that stands out as a beacon of personality, style, and sheer fun: custom neon signs.
Illuminate your space with custom neon signs
Whether it’s your favourite quote, a symbol that resonates with you, or even names in brilliant neon hues, these signs are a personalised expression of who you are and what you love.
this-is-a-sign.co.uk
With Akilah and co
We're a boutique wedding planning team based in London, led by Akilah—the adventure-seeking, detail-obsessed mastermind behind unforgettable weddings.
modern multicultural wedding planning
We specialise in crafting bespoke elopements and intimate celebrations that reflect you—your love, your vibe, and your story.
withakilahandco.com
Teresa Weller hair art
Teresa can travel to your venue no matter how far, and provide hair for as many in your party as you need. She is known for her professionalism and calming nature on the day to keep everything running smoothly.
Her huge wealth of knowledge and years of experience goes a long way on your special day, the best day of your life to look the most amazing that you ever have! That includes you grooms too!
Dorking High Street
teresaweller.com/bridal
Westdaw menswear
Established in Dorking in 2016 Westdaw are an independent Menswear retailer owned and run by husband-and-wife team Ian and Sarah.
Independent Premium Menswear Shop
With Ian’s 30 years' experience in premium retail, Westdaw Menswear will help make sure you look your best at every occasion, from business casual to date night and all points in between.
westdawmenswear.co.uk
bride by aster
Hannah runs her bridal shop in dorking too, just a few doors down from my shop. They offer a collection of wedding dresses from a range of designers.
multi award winning bridal boutique
Hannah runs a small but mighty female powerhouse here to deliver you a glorious wedding dress journey.
bridebyaster.com
Dapper formal hire
Wedding suit hire is a practical way of dressing wedding parties large or small for modern or traditional wedding.
Suit Etiquette experts
Dapper holds a vast selection of style, sizes and colours in stock for you to see, touch feel and try on.
dapper.co.uk
Putty Cakes…
Whether you want something completely traditional or utterly off-the-wall – or anything in between for that matter – Putty Cakes can help
We’ve made more beautiful wedding cakes than we could possibly count, and we’d be delighted to help you create a cake that’s right for you.
We can cater for a range of dietary requirements.
Prices start from £450.
puttycakes.co.uk/wedding
victoria's little bra shop
This sweet little shop has bra's and swimwear for all occasions and I often send a bride down the road to find the right bra for her wedding dress.
They stock a wide range of sizes, from 30 - 44 backs and B - H cups with prices starting from £30
FREE Bra Fitting
service in store
Bra not fitting quite right? Or just fancy something new? Why not pop in and see Victoria for a full fitting in their boudoir and check out the range of gorgeous lingerie.
66 West Street, Dorking
victoriaslittlebrashop.com
flowers by elaine
These highly experienced florists on Dorking high street provide a professional and personal service for weddings and more.
wedding flowers
We are proud to be the appointed florist for Wotton House, Denbies Wine Estate and The Burford Bridge. We work closely with their wedding teams and recommended suppliers to ensure that your wedding day is the day of your dreams.
flowersbyelaine.co.uk/wedding
si salon
Whether you're attending a wedding,
party, prom, or the races let your talented
team leave you feeling extra special
for any occasion
mobile or salon bridal hair and makeup
Colour, hair extensions, beauty and waxing. Si Salon is right next door to my studio and from personal experience they are a lovely team.
sisalon.co.uk
mayflower
Experience exceptional treatments delivered by outstanding therapists in a peaceful, luxurious environment using the purest products.
spa and beauty
Prepare for your wedding day close to home in Dorking, luxury and convenience.
mayflowerspadorking.com
Sample Sale - reduced from £2400 to £800
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
A little bit of this and a little bit of that lead to a whole lot of magic ✨
Want to see how the dress looked on the day? I`ll be posting it later this week (and it`s all your soft focus, dreamy Kate Bush vibes 🕊️)
