The Bridal Boutique

Alan Hannah

Marguerite Hannah has been the designer for the Alan Hannah label since 1990. After training as a couturier in Cyprus, she moved to London in 1985; working in bridal and then producing a collection of couture evening wear for private clients.

By 1990 Marguerite had teamed up with future husband Alan who was already in the bridal industry. Marguerite produced a new collection of bridal gowns for the Alan Hannah label, which were exhibited at the British Bridal Exhibition. The collection quickly gained a loyal following amongst discerning upmarket retailers keen to stock the collection.

In 1995, Marguerite won the first of eight British Bridal Awards presented by Condé Nast Brides in the UK. By this time Alan Hannah was represented not only in the UK but USA, Japan, Europe and Australia.

2002 saw Marguerite winning the Retail Bridal Association's designer of the year award, which she also won in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006, and in 2007 she was the BBA designer of the year. All of the dresses are produced to order and can be made to measure.

http://www.alanhannah.co.uk

Alfred Angelo

Alfred Angelo is one of the most recognised brands of bridal apparel around the globe. For nearly 75 years they have been dressing brides and members of the wedding party in their elegant and affordable gowns.

Founded in the 1930’s by Alfred Angelo Piccione and his wife Edythe Piccione, the company is now owned by their son and daughter, Vincent and Michele Piccione. Together they dedicate their business, technological and creative talents to ensure that Alfred Angelo continues to provide beautiful bridal and formal wear of the finest quality at affordable prices.

The Bridal Collection exemplifies the qualities for which Alfred Angelo is known. They have a broad range of silhouettes, in beautiful fabrics, embellished with exquisite embroideries, beading and laces. They are also well known for bringing colour into the wedding gowns. sizes range from 8 to 22 & 20W to 32W.

http://www.alfredangelobridal.co.uk

Hollywood Dreams

This collection of beautiful, handcrafted gowns are made to the highest standards in an array of luxurious fabrics. Sumptuous satins, flowing organza's and Taffeta silks, adorned with stunning embroidery and embellished with the finest quality ornate beading.

Hollywood Dreams, understand you may have your own ideas as to what makes your perfect wedding gown. We are happy to adapt our styles to create the gown of your dreams making it truly individual to you. The vast choices of fabrics in an array of colours are interchangeable with each design, giving you true flexibility.

http://www.hollywooddreams.co.uk/pages/chic.php

Chic by Hollywood Dreams

This collection of beautiful, handcrafted gowns are made to the highest standards in an array of luxurious fabrics. Sumptuous satins, flowing organza's and Taffeta silks, adorned with stunning embroidery and embellished with the finest quality ornate beading.

Hollywood Dreams, understand you may have your own ideas as to what makes your perfect wedding gown. We are happy to adapt our styles to create the gown of your dreams making it truly individual to you. The vast choices of fabrics in an array of colours are interchangeable with each design, giving you true flexibility.

http://www.hollywooddreams.co.uk/pages/chic.php

La Sposa

La Sposa is a part of the Pronovias Fashion Group. A team of more than 70 people, inspired by Pronovias Creative Director Manual Moto, design all the dresses for all the brands - including La Sposa. The group was the first to design and manufacture bridal gowns under the 'Pret-a-porter' concept, which already existed in the fashion world but had never been transferred to bridal fashion. The Pronovias Fashion Group specialise in lace and embroidery and dress brides in over 75 countries making their dream wedding gown a reality.

http://www.lasposa.info

MiaMia

MiaMia is the exciting new designer label from Alan Hannah. The collection is inspired by classical Greece; white marble and flowing folds of fluid fabric with a light and girlish feel to the pieces, which are designed to enhance the female shape not to overwhelm or drown it in heavy drapery.

It is all about creating slim silhouettes using silk slipper satin, duchesse satin and taffeta in both white and ivory. Embellishment is clean and crisp with sharp geometric designs in crystal and diamantes, whilst beading is strong and bright and used strategically to enhance the cut and shape of the dress rather than as the main focus.

http://www.miamiabridal.co.uk

Ritva Westenius

Ritva Westenius has been at the forefront of bridal design for over 30 years in which time she has grown to iconic status in the industry.

Daring to be different, Ritva focuses on a timeless elegant style that is about exquisite fabrics and beautiful cut. She has accrued numerous awards across her career including the highly coveted Bridal buyer Best Designer award and her contribution to the wedding industry continues to be recognised. Her current collection is a breathtaking mix of ethereal fabrics, and her world class talent for designing perfectly fitting, flattering gowns. Her motto ‘cut not clutter’ is evident in the beautiful lines of the full skirted and delicate Hepburn dress through to the sultry and alluring Gilda.

Chenca Williams, daughter to Ritva has been collaborating with Ritva for 10 years, producing her first line last year under the Ritva and Chenca label. As you’d expect from a former professional ballerina Chenca is passionate and flamboyant and this can be seen in her designs. The Ritva and Chenca label marries the cut and class we come to expect from the Ritva name with Chenca’s theatrical flair, for a collection that delivers individuality.

http://www.ritvawestenius.com

Sassi Holford

Sassi Holford designs and makes classic, English wedding dresses with a contemporary edge.

http://www.sassiholford.com