10 Stunning Bridal and Groomswear From The North East!
“Don’t hesitate to contact these amazing suppliers if there’s anything further you need to know!”
Wedding attire changes from culture to culture; while a lot of western styles have been traditionally white thanks to Queen Victoria’s influence all those years ago, bridal attire now has a lot more choice in colour and shape. Even menswear is becoming more diverse, with different materials for suits and different patterns to the traditional black suit. To reflect on this, we thought the best way to tell you about it was to show off some of the great North East UK suppliers that are changing the way we see wedding attire!
Suits and Tailoring
Bakers Tailoring
Based in Middlesbrough, this menswear business has an amazing collection of men’s suits, dinner suits, trousers, shirts & accessories for any event. Be it a wedding or simply a black-tie party, Bakers Tailoring will be sure to have something that fits with your style! Their made to measure service is a combination of years of experience and knowledge and high-tech laser cutting technology to make sure you always get the best fit possible. At your fitting, you’ll have the undivided attention of staff and their first priority — and if a bespoke suit isn’t in your budget, they have plenty of amazing and stylish suits available to hire! Check them out today on their website or Facebook page.
The Hand Dyed Shoe Company
This delightful award-winning service in Durham not only gives you a unique personalised service in creating your shoes, but it also offers you the experience of doing it yourself! Explore the intricate process this company takes to create your bespoke shoes and walk away feeling proud of your accomplishment. If that’s not to your taste, they have a delightful fitting service and design consultation available to get all those details prepared for your amazing footwear. No mass made shoes here — everything is custom made to suit your needs! Check out their website and offers on both creating and ordering your perfect shoes.
Mr Grey Menswear
Offering sharp and stylish suits for any occasion, Mr Grey’s menswear offers a grand selection of quality suits for both adults and children! Their Facebook page states: “Any gentleman knows the true difference it makes when you step into a suit that’s truly tailored to your physique,” and it’s true! That’s why they offer a one-to-one service for every client who comes in, making sure your suit is always picture-perfect when you leave. Check out their website today!
Master Debonair
This stunning menswear business had its humble beginnings in Newcastle when the founder Simon was searching for the perfect tie clip and pocket square. Since then, he’s grown an amazing company, welcoming any and all customers to his store in East Bolden, and most recently to his new store in Chesterfield. If you’re searching for the perfect suit for your wedding, Master Debonair offers an excellent personalised fitting with professional stylists, in-house tailoring, and a private showroom with beer and snacks for the lucky groom! Check out their website today and see if there’s anything that catches your eye.
Gavin Scott Suits
Gavin Scott Menswear and Formal wear pride themselves on being one of the largest independent retailers of suits for both men and children. They house a vast variety of suits, waistcoats, cravats, ties, handkerchiefs and more in their Washington store, with many available to purchase as well as hire! Browse their amazing collections of formalwear online before attending a fitting, and chill out afterwards with a cup of tea at their onsite coffee shop. Check their website out today and see what you can find!
Bespoke Bridal Attire
Silver Rose Corsetry
This British designer truly takes an imaginative route when it comes to designing corsetry and dresses. Sophie imbues the essence of fantasy into her designs, all of which are available to hire for your amazing wedding day. Her alternative style is sure to dazzle and amaze; with gorgeous capes, corsets, and tulle skirts, there’s so much to choose from! If you have your ideas or your flair you want to bring out, Sophie also offers commissions for bespoke bridal gowns and corsets — all you have to do is contact her to find out more! Check out her Facebook page today to see more.
Bexbrides, Bespoke, Designer and Vintage Bridal Studio
Bexbrides is located in Darlington and houses over 200 original dresses with fascinating styles! Bex specialises in alternative designs for her dresses, and has a wide selection of vintage, gothic, fairytale and boho styles in her attic, along with an extensive range of ex-sample gowns on offer. They also stock a large range of bridal accessories, so you can always add your own flair to your dress when you’re at your fitting! Bexbrides prides themselves on being able to cater to women of all shapes and sizes, so there’s always something for everyone. Check out their online shop and website today to see if there’s something perfect for you.
House of Avalonia
This spectacular designer not only creates fabulously gothic dresses for alternative ladies but also creates dramatic and remarkable headpieces as well! Suzy has an eye for intricate styles and witchy vibes that really let you exaggerate your personality and burst out with your own personal flair — perfect for the bride who wants to go against the grain and avoid the traditional white dress and veil. Check out her superb Facebook page today and get in contact with her if you see something you love!
Yudan Dressmaker
This fantastic independent dressmaker is located in Tynemouth and offers both alterations and bespoke dressmaking! Yudan prides herself on her dressmaking ability, and with both an MA in design and 10 years of experience, she deserves the pride. She has created a large array of dresses in her time, all of which can be viewed on her main website. If you have a design in mind for your prom dress, bridal gown, or simply just evening wear, get in contact with Yudan today and see what she can arrange with you!
The Little Seamstress
Another dressmaker based in Tynemouth, The Little Seamstress has over 20 years of experience working in the fashion industry, dipping their toes into designing, pattern-making and sewing. With the launch of their business, they focused on creating bespoke made-to-measure attire; not just bridal dresses but also bridal lingerie, accessories, and special occasion wear. If you’re in the market for some stunning attire for your event, check out their previous creations on their website and get in touch today!
Found anything you like the look of? Don’t hesitate to contact these amazing suppliers if there’s anything further you need to know — or if you spotted something perfect for yourself! Let us know if there are any other suppliers you’d like us to take a look at in the North East. We love showcasing suppliers from our home region!
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