Maids To Measure Have Landed

JUST LANDED IN THE BRIDAL HOUSE OF CORNWALL!

Maids to Measure are a fabulous modern bespoke bridesmaids dress brand that we cannot get enough of and are so excited to be stoking them. "Maids to Measure was created after too many brides complained about trying to find bridesmaid dresses...Maids to Measure fills a gap offering a unique dressmaking service online or by appointment."

Bridesmaid dresses can be a nightmare to find to fit the shape of each of your bridesmaids individually, but Maids To Measure offer a bespoke option to create what you want and fit your lovely ladies to make them feel fabulous too. Pick your top and neckline, chose your length and of course chose your colour to create your wedding vision exactly as you have dreamt about it.

Introducing Georgina, the flawless one shoulder gown, "Georgina knew what she wanted asymmetric elegance and this is exactly what this dress delivers. Either long or short, this dress is simply beautiful." 

Lisette, a gorgeous floaty gown, "Lisette is actually the best friend of one of the Maids to Measure team and she designed this classic for her Summer wedding. Super flattering V neck with fitted waist and a few light pleats coming from the waist band, this is a dress where you just cant go wrong."

Eliza, with her fluttering capped sleeves, "Eliza knew she wanted a sophisticated design that had a soft scoop neck with gentle cap sleeves. This dress has a fitted bottom with a slightly looser top to show of the maids curves. The back is equally beautiful with a key hole back and slight kick at the back of the skirt."

Charlotte, with her bellowing bow back, "Charlotte knew she wanted an on trend dress when she created this stylish yet classic number, which is not only super flattering but frames the bride beautifully. Sweetheart neckline, with sheer chiffon or lace over the top, this style can be fitted or floaty. The back is also beautiful which cuts into a low v, to give an extra wow factor down the aisle. Removable satin sash allows for a contrasting sash should you wish."

  Emma, with her beautiful illusion overlay with a sexy ruched middle, "Emma had seen some celeb maids in a magazine and was inspired to create a fitted bodice but with soft chiffon detailing over the top. This is one of Maids to Measures most popular designs, due to how flattering and easy to fit this dress is."

Shop your options on there amazing inspirational website here!

Summer Vision

As we try look past the winter rain to the spring and summer we are so excited to see back, it is however a very exciting time for our summer brides. If you haven't chosen and ordered your dress already now is the time to do it in order to fit in all your fittings before your big day.

We have put together a little summer bride guide for you of what dress we'd pick, what bridesmaids dresses compliment it, hair, shoes, underwear and flowers to create a perfect summer wedding vision.

We have chosen the elegant and utterly dreamy gown, Esme from the Summer's Eve Collection by Naomi Neoh. A beautiful gown full of movement and poise, this is also a new colour to Naomi Neoh gowns as it's in Oyster. A pale Oyster gown in chantilly lace with slim plisse silk chiffon skirt and a soft silk chiffon sash in a beautiful pale peach colour. The colours and pale blush/peach colour theme of the dress inspired this to be our theme. 

Our beautiful fairytale-like bridesmaids dress is by Maid To Measure and it called Georgina. A stunning one shoulder dress in a pale blush shows off the 2 shoulder wedding dress perfectly and makes the sash of Esme pop. 

Our shoes for our summer vision are by Rachel Simpson called Marilyn with a silk bow that falls effortlessly over the shoe. A delicate detail for a delicate dress.

Our chosen underwear is by Shell Belle, a wonderful luxury lingerie brand we stock in store and the briefs are Gatsby in pink in silk satin. With bow details, embroidered front and cute patterned behind these are sweet but also beautiful for the big day. 

Our selected hair style from our pinterest board would be an up do with peonies and sage coloured leaves, keeping the coloured watered down and neutral to assure no colour over powers the dress and leaves a floaty romantic atmosphere around the gown. This ties in perfectly to our chosen bouquet of pale pink peonies, little cream roses and babies breath, a wild flower country garden bouquet to compliment Esme in every way. 

A Countryside Dream For Hayley & Jonathan

What can we say about this absolutely beautiful bride? We cannot get enough of her wedding photos of her in her Naomi Neoh gown, Lily. A stunning ethereal full length dress with a soft blush lining, full skirt of silk that floats effortlessly in the summer breeze captured perfectly in her photos. 

The drop waist shows off her incredible figure and fits her like she was born to wear Lily. The sweetheart neckline of Lily is the perfect romantic shape of Hayley and she chose to wear a lace boat neckline jacket over the top of the dress which makes one dress look like two. Lily is all silk chiffon & french lace with flower detail on the waist to tie in perfectly with her countryside garden venue in Devon and beautiful blossoming bouquet. As you can see by her breath taking photos Lily fitted perfectly into her theme of the romantic rustic Devon countryside wedding.

We loved all her little details she created for her wedding day including her stunning cake made by her super talented mum, these little personal details clearly made her day even more special and close to her heart. Even the groomsmen were dressed to compliment the bride in their navy suits instead of black, making everyone bright, cheerful and full of summer spirit. Her bouquet and flowers were created by Peamore Flora and we are obsessed with how beautiful they are and how well it compliment her dress and her bridesmaids. Even Hayley's hair had little flowers delicately placed around in pale pinks and whites which made her look like a fairytale bride.

Everything entwined effortlessly, creating the perfect country wedding vision. Hayley's day looked truly magical from beginning to end. 

Once again we wish Hayley & Jonathan all the happiness in the world and huge congratulations on their fabulous day. 


Details of Hayley & Jonathan's wonderful day - 

Venue: The Oak Barn, Barton Farm, Hittisleigh, Devon www.theoakbarn.co.uk  

Caterer: Dartmoor kitchen www.dartmoorkitchen.com  

Photography: Emma Latham of FrecklePhotography www.frecklephotography.co.uk  

Flowers: Peamore Flora www.peamoreflora.co.uk 

Jackie in her Justin Alexander

Jackie's Testimonial

Our  wedding wasn’t planned to be a ‘normal’ wedding....it was a celebration.... a party.... a gathering of friends and family.... an informal event for everyone to have fun, catch up and in some cases, meet for the first time. 

I wasn’t really looking forward to the wedding dress hunting day.  I’m a bit of a tom boy – not really into dresses, hair and makeup and lack self confidence when it comes to my figure and looks.  I thought I knew the sort of dress that I wanted:  plain and understated. 

Our wedding day was pretty much planned – a church wedding and then to a National Trust house on the Helford River for a picnic and outdoor games on the lawn.  The dress needed to be ‘fit for purpose’ for both venues. 

My ‘support crew’ and I decided that I should try on all styles – this was the only time I was going to wear a wedding dress – so may as well enjoy the experience.  So the girls and mum were let loose.

Tash was fantastic.  She gave me all the time I needed to walk up and down, again and again – giving honest feedback on each and every dress.  There were many aspects to the Bridal House experience that I liked – but one to mention at this point is the boudoir – the catwalk, lighting and mirrors are great – so you can see all aspects of the dresses/you!  

I think I tried on about 9 – and then I tried on one in particular – looked at everyone – they were crying!.... and then so was I – and I believe Tash also had a tear.  This was the one.  I remember stating that I looked like a princess....

However, me being me, I went to another supplier just to check what else was out there – and had the most terrible experience!  So we went back to the Bridal House – got my shortlist of dresses out, tried them on, and then tried them on some more – and narrowed it down to 2.  Poor Tash!

So – time was ticking away and Tash reminded me that I had to make a decision by the end of February due to the delivery time. So back I went and tried on the final 2. Decision made.  It was the teary dress – as I knew all along! Justin Alexander 8753! Bling bling and more bling.  Everything that I said I wouldn’t have. Hilarious. 

A veil was also chosen as the train on the dress was ‘conservative’ (allowing for the outdoor games...) so it was agreed that I needed a veil for impact as I walked down the aisle.  The King Charles the Martyr Church in Falmouth is a beautiful large church – with an impressive aisle. 

It was all ordered up – along with my shoes – dress fittings booked in and that was it.  So stress free! 

The dress fitting experience was a laugh – it seemed months since I had seen the dress (although I remember popping in one lunch break to check I still liked it).  The seamstress was so knowledgeable – and I felt at complete ease with what she proposed to do.  I was lucky – not a vast amount had to be done – just a little uplift J.

The dress, hair and makeup were kept secret from all apart from my mum and sister and 2 close friends. When I walked into the church I think everyone was amazed....  Justin was in tears...  I felt amazing and if I say so myself, looked beautiful. 

The day itself was perfect.  Just perfect.  Everything that we had wished for.  The weather was amazing – despite being at the end of September – I think we had summer on that day.  The picnic was fabulous (can I plug Kerra’s Catering at this point who also did our hog roast – absolutely fantastic).  Everyone entered into the spirit in which we had planned it.  The photos (Toby Weller – again, highly recommended) just summed it up – lots of laughs, fun and games.

I didn’t want to take my dress off.  I felt amazing in it all day...  Justin’s plan is that I wear it every anniversary.  Yeah,  we’ll see...

Thank you to each and every one of you at The Bridal House for giving such a friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and honest experience. 

Jackie Lees (Nee George)