So you're coming to see us!!

Please take a few moments to read through the following – all boutiques work differently, so even if you’re a seasoned dress trier, it will be worth a peek… xx

• Your first appointment will last around 60-90 minutes (VIB appointments are 2 hours).

• This will be a private appointment with Vicky, the owner.

• Your appointment will be a 'Personal Shopping Experience', so you can be assured that we will make beautiful selections for you.

• We get you to try around 5-7 gowns - any more than this can be overwhelming and confusing.

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Here are a couple of IMPORTANT things to think about:

• Personal Shopping Experience - We operate, possibly slightly differently, to how other boutiques work. After a short conversation about you, your wedding, and your style, we will then showcase gowns within your style ideas and budget.

• Budget - Please be prepared to answer questions about your budget for your gown – we aren’t being nosy; this is simply so we can show you the correct dresses within the right price point for you. Our gowns are from £1000-£2000. If someone has kindly offered to pay for your gown, we would recommend having a conversation about their dress budget for you. *We do have some sample sale gowns from £250 -£900.

• Payment Options - Option 1. Pay in full. Option 2. Half upon order, the other half is due when the dress comes in. Option 3. Payment plan - minimum of £250 for your initial payment, and the rest can be broken up into monthly interest-free instalments. 

• Guests - Who is coming with you?   This is an intimate appointment (which is totally our niche!) - so let’s keep it simple with your nearest and dearest. We have found in the past that too many opinions can result in the bride being upset :'-(  We only have room for yourself, "The Bride", and no more than 3 guests - sorry, we simply don't have the room for any more. We have a beautiful but small boutique!

• Full Private Styling Appointment - We offer a full styling accessory appointment separate to your first appointment, usually around 4 months before your wedding, as you are more likely to know what you're doing with your hair around this time (we encourage you to have a hair trial then come to us) so don't worry if you're not sure whether you want a veil/hair accessory in this first appointment, we can pop some accessories on when you retry your favourite at the end of the trying on. If you buy your dress from us, you will get a 10% discount on accessories, which is also extended to your bridal party too.

• Sizing - Our sample sizes range from size 12 to 20. The majority of the gowns are sized 14-18. Unfortunately, we can't have every dress in every size, but we have means & ways to make the gowns fit you.  Please note bridal comes up very small - expect to have to go up at least 1-2 sizes bigger than what you are on the high street (it's not you, it's just how bridal is. So, for example, most high street size 12 brides usually have to order a 16. 

• Shoes - No need! We put all our brides on a pedestal! We've found in the past that heels can go through our beautiful dresses.

• Lingerie - The right underwear can make all the difference.  A strapless bra is good, but it's not always the right shape for certain dresses. Don't buy one, especially as you may not need it and most of the dresses do look better without a bra, but it's, however you feel comfortable is all we're concerned with. Shapewear might be a good idea, especially if you like plain, tight-fitting dresses. If your cup size is over a D cup, we would recommend extra support, and maybe the backless dresses might not work for you.

• NO FAKE TAN - PLEASE, refrain from wearing any fake tan, this will discolour our gowns. Contrary to popular belief, we have to buy all of our "sample" gowns, and…we like to keep them in pristine condition for our brides to try on.

• In the fitting room – These dresses are not easy to get into; therefore, we will be in the fitting room with you, helping you in and out of each gown. Don’t worry, we have a totally private fitting room, and we fully respect your privacy; however, you will be in there with Vicky, who has been in dressing rooms and fitting women for 29 years. There is a robe in the fitting room. If you feel more comfortable with the robe on in between dresses, then please let us know that is your preferred way to be dressed.

• Photographs - Sorry, we do not allow photographs or videos to be taken within the boutique – this is to protect our designers, it is their wish to keep their designs protected, and it is also for our own privacy. Once you have decided and ordered your gown, we are more than happy for you to take snaps; we'll even take them for you.

• Timing - Our appointments are back-to-back, and we close the boutique for each & every bride, so if you come late, you will have less time, meaning fewer dresses to try on. If you're a little early and we're still with a bride, please pop for a coffee and come back for your appointment time, as we close the boutique for brides, we won't let you in as we have no waiting area. To get the most out of your appointment, we use the time as follows: the first 10-15 mins to get you a glass of fizz and discuss your bridal style and plans for the wedding. Then approximately 60 mins to try on 5-7 dresses (anything more than that can be quite overwhelming and confusing) and a retry of the favourite, the remaining time is for paperwork and that all-important "yes to the dress" photo!

• Parking - There is plenty of parking in Atherstone, with two main car parks positioned right by the boutique. There is street parking outside the front of the boutique, but this is only a 30-minute stay.  The car park opposite the boutique is for an hour only. In the main car park (opposite TOFFS - The Original Factory Shop) you can park there all day and is free for the first 2 hours (just input your reg number or use the app - RingGo). We suggest you allow an hour and a half for your appointment. You may want to give yourself 2 hours to find a parking space so you're not rushed. If you need any help in finding us or parking, please get in touch. Tel 01827 946 098.

• Bathroom - We don't have bathroom facilities, I'm afraid. They have, unfortunately, closed the public toilet opposite the boutique

• Children - We absolutely love children, but a bridal consultation isn't

• always the best environment for little ones. Appointments involve delicate gowns, leaning mirrors, pins, and other items that could pose a risk, and little ones can quickly become bored. Because your appointment is all about you, we kindly ask that children are left in the care of a loved one wherever possible. This allows you to relax, enjoy the experience, and focus on finding your dream dress without worry or distraction. If bringing children is unavoidable, we do welcome well-behaved little ones. We simply ask that they remain seated with your guests throughout the appointment, and that you let us know in advance.