An Essex Wedding - May/June 2022 (Issue 104)

76 BARN BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Where Witham Prices Up to £1,200 Sizes 6 – 24 The lowdown “We make choosing your dress as memorable as the day you say, ‘I do’,” says Barn Bridal’s Jane Meyer-Hek. “We’re appointment only, so you have exclusive use of the boutique, and our dresses are sold ‘off the peg’, so there’s no need to worry about order times or what a gown looks like in your size. When it comes to choosing the one, bring along someone who really ‘gets’ your style. It’s rare you’ll love a dress that doesn’t suit you, as you know your body shape more than anyone, but if asked, I’m always honest and suggest alternatives. Regardless of what people say, don’t ever feel pressurised to choose a dress if you’re not one hundred per cent sure. It’s down to you, and no one else, and if you’re not feeling it, then it’s not right for you.” Jane’s top tip “Keep an open mind – most brides fall in love with a dress they never expected to!” Appointments 01376 583 265 https://barnbridal.com J’ADORE Where Coggeshall Prices £950 – £2,500 Sizes 0 – 34 The lowdown “We offer private bridal appointments in luxurious and comfortable surroundings,” say J’adore’s Heidi Jacobs and Linda Thomson. “With a wide selection of stunning gowns, we pay particular attention to details throughout every aspect of your appointment. The entire boutique is reserved for two hours for one party at a time, beginning your search with five wedding gowns to help build a picture of what styles you do and don’t like. Between us, we have 25 years’ experience in the bridal industry, going that extra mile to make you and your guests feel welcome throughout. We also know when it’s time to move on when that dress isn’t quite right, making alternative suggestions until we find the perfect one.” Heidi and Linda’s top tip “Make sure you can dance comfortably in the dress if you think it’s the one – if that means having a bop around our boutique, so be it!” Appointments 01376 791 835 www.jadorebridalwear.co.uk BIRD’S BRIDAL Where Chelmsford Prices £650 – £1,990 Sizes 10 – 22 The lowdown “Highly professional and trading for 33 years, we’ve a stunning collection of bride and bridesmaids’ dresses and have won numerous accolades,” says Bird’s Bridal’s Lynn Bird. “Our appointments are two hours long, giving you plenty of time to try on gowns, with our talented team here to help you find your dream dress with ease. We ask for brides to start their search with a one-year timespan, as gowns can take up to six months to arrive and another three months for alterations. Having said that, we’ve also been known to turn a dress around in less than a week from the bride trying it on to getting married! While it’s never advisable, it’s good to know that it can be done!” Lynn’s top tip “Want a large wedding gown but worried because your venue is small? Go for it – it’s your day and no one else’s!” Appointments 01245 348 749 www.birdsbridal.co.uk www.lorysphotography.com

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