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Lady in Red . . .

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And white.

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I had some expert help with the design from Becca’s lovely daughter Emily –

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Design by Emily – Aged 9

And to think we had almost forgotten to add the wings and fairy lights, crazy grown ups!!

Becca chose the most beautiful backless style with a fishtail silhouette complimented perfectly with a delicate red floral embroidery.

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Design by Jo – Aged ##

Taking shape – here is the pattern drafted to Becca’s measurements, the toile precisely fitted and the embroidery carefully hand sewn :

The finished dress –

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Back detail of chains and a pendant given to Becca by her fiancé

 

My co-designer Emily looked absolutely gorgeous in her matching dress –

 

 

Becca’s big day was one of the most fun and creative weddings that I have ever had the pleasure of attending. I loved all of the DIY creative touches that she made, she is very artistic and talented – from her hand painted shoes to her beautiful button bouquet, along with all of the brilliant wedding favours to name just a few of the creative touches. A highlight was during the signing of the register when her husband Nick surprised the guests with a song he had written and recorded about everyone, such a funny personal touch. A wonderful day to celebrate a wonderful talented couple.

I loved Becca’s bold choice to add colour into her dress and I think she looked absolutely amazing, it was a real joy to make her special dress.

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A cool and colourful wedding for a cool and colourful couple

 

Photography by James Grist