Today we’re talking allllll about wedding dresses! We know you unconventional brides are after something show stopping, so we’ve compiled a list of our favourite alternative dress designers. There’s something for everyone here – from unusual wedding dresses to one of a kind! Corsets, to handpainted gowns, dip dyed dresses and lots lots more!
Feature photo from Lucy Can’t Dance by Megan Elle Photography
Ryley & Fynn is a Staffordshire based bridal studio creating a variety of alternative wedding dresses, from 1950’s tea dresses to elegant bohemian masterpieces. All items are made by owner Sam using locally sourced products. Ryley & Flynn are awesome at vintage wedding dresses, with a love for up-cycling and transforming pre-loved dresses.
Felicity Westmacott
“For brides seeking the extraordinary in dress form”
Felicity Westmacott is a bespoke wedding dress designer, based in Surrey. With a background in costume design, Felicity can really make your dress dreams come true! From bold colours and ombre to traditional and anything in between, there’s nothing she can’t do!
Bexbrides
BexBrides are a bespoke, vintage and designer bridal studio in Darlington. They specialise in boho and alternative wedding gowns for the eclectic bride. With a wide range of vintage and pre loved dresses, as well as a talent for bespoke designs, with BexBrides you’re sure to find something you’ll fall in love with. Bex also has a fabulous etsy shop too where you can pick up some awesome bridal accessories.
Bex takes inspiration from period costume, fairy-tale, and bohemian fashions to create gorgeous designs from scratch, as well as upcycling vintage gowns. She’ll help you find something unique that reflects your style and personality!
Lucy Can’t Dance offers brides an alternative to traditional wedding dresses. Using bold lace, splashes of colour and intricate details to create eye-catching dresses, these dresses will WOW your whole wedding party.
They believe that every wedding dress should be comfortable to wear all day. In their dresses you’ll always be able to do the most important 3 wedding things: EAT, DRINK and DANCE! After all, what could be worse than feeling restricted and not being able to eat your really expensive and delicious dinner?!
All their dresses are handmade, and hand dyed from scratch in their tropical themed studio. They can all be customised to suit your style and your body. They welcome everyone to their studio- Any size, Any gender! A new range has just been launched which is packed full of beautiful lace, colours and sequins. Lucy Can’t Dance are based in Chelmsford, Essex.
Corsetry & Couture
Corsetry & Couture are all about enhancing YOU! Aimee is an incredible bridalwear designer based in Tyne And Wear, specialising in corsetry.
C&C are a body-positive company, with a strong belief that there is no ‘standard size’. It’s all about designing something that makes you feel brilliant, in your way.
There’s just something extra special about wearing a design made especially for you, to fit you perfectly!
Pretty In Pre Loved Bridal has an ethos that is all about sustainability. Providing you with many purse friendly and environmentally friendly options. Her selection of gowns ranges from boho to traditional, with new arrivals to her collection coming all the time. You can find Sarah at her beautiful garden studio in Wendover, Buckinghamshire.
Boho Bride Boutique - Boho wedding dresses
Boho Bride is a wedding boutique in Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire. They specialise in bohemian-inspired bridalwear, for those wanting to stand out from the crowd on their big day. Shop the best of British bridal designers or get yourself a bespoke wedding dress. Your shopping experience is guaranteed to be luxurious, non-judgemental and, most importantly, fun!
Cora Stitch is a Scottish based wedding dress designer who creates beautiful, ethereal and vintage inspired wedding dresses. Her unique bridal wear is full of delicate details, perfect for those dreamers and romantics who want to express their own individual style. You can find Caroline in Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland.
Scarlet-Tayla
Scarlet-Tayla bespoke designs are a melting pot of styles and genres. Zoe has been sewing for 30 years and loves to push boundaries, helping brides to create the wedding dresses of their wildest dreams.
Inspired by period costume, and combining this with retro / modern day fashions, you’re sure to stand out in one of these gorgeous designs! Whether you’re unsure of what you want, or have a clear vision, Zoe will bring your ideas to life in a Scarlet-Tayla gown! Scarlet-Tayla is based in Tamworth, Staffordshire.
Haizea Arranz are masters of alternative wedding dresses! Specialising in Gothic, steampunk, fantasy and corsetry, their designs are simply magic. The team understand that every bride is unique so they offer a bespoke wedding dress service. They use interesting colours, patterns and structures to ensure you’ll truly stand out on your wedding day.
From romantic florals and ruffles to enchanting mermaid and dragon scale corsets, every outfit from Powdered And Waisted Corsetry is truly unique.
Debi draws inspiration from both nature and fairy-tale to create angelic yet dramatic designs, which are all lovingly crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Using traditional and modern corsetry and couture techniques, Debi creates stunning, distinctive bridal wear for the unconventional bride. This lovely wedding business is based in Nottingham.
At My Little Wedding Shop, the aim is to celebrate every bride’s individual style and ideas. Every one of their wedding dresses is handmade in the beautiful Shropshire countryside.
They’ll make the process of having your wedding outfit made as memorable (and stress free) as your special day. From handpicking your own fabric and lace to designing unique embellishments and finishing’s, they’ll be with you every step of the way to ensure you feel both exquisite and comfortable. How perfect does that sound?! My Little Wedding Shop is based in Bridgnorth, Shropshire.
Why compromise or settle for less? If you are looking for a truly, unique wedding gown that you never thought was possible, then Legend Bridal Designs is the one for you! They’ll work with your individuality to create a wedding gown and accessories that are so unbelievably YOU.
With top quality and craftmanship, buying your wedding gown will become the most fun part of your wedding planning. And most importantly, you’ll feel like yourself and be the bride you want to be on your wedding day. Legend Bridal Designs are based in Great Harwood, near Blackburn in the North West of England.
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