A lovely photograph of a 1950s wedding dress, worn by Georgia

Dear Reader Today, I wanted to post this picture of model Georgia in another wonderful 1950s wedding dress. It’s not about the dress, though: I wanted to show it purely as a lovely photograph. Oh, and the photographer is my dear husband, Robert Lawler! Robert is a fantastic wedding and fashion photographer – and it’s… Continue reading A lovely photograph of a 1950s wedding dress, worn by Georgia

1950s WEDDING DRESSES – A GUIDE.

Dear Reader 1950s vintage lace wedding dresses are aways in great demand, and are some of the most popular in my collection. And it’s easy to see why.  ‘BLANCHE’ 1950s style wedding dress in cream lace, £1495 This decade in wedding fashion is so feminine and flattering, from the chic modesty of Grace Kelly-inspired gowns, to… Continue reading 1950s WEDDING DRESSES – A GUIDE.

Behind the scenes at the photo shoot… vintage wedding dresses and pretty bridal jewellery

Dear Reader Just a sneak preview today of a new photo shoot using my original vintage wedding dresses… Independent jewellery designer Judith Brown makes some very pretty vintage-inspired pieces. Judith recently included some of my original and vintage-style wedding dresses in her latest photo-shoot, in the rather grand Dunwood Hall. As a little taster, here are… Continue reading Behind the scenes at the photo shoot… vintage wedding dresses and pretty bridal jewellery

Vintage wedding dress of the week: lovely 1930s ‘Daisy’

Dear Reader On the blog today, my Vintage Wedding Dress of the Week. This pretty 1930s dress is made in cotton lace with so many wonderful details.  1930s wedding dress, Daisy, in cream cotton lace. Price £995 I call it the Daisy Dress, as the lace is sprinkled with a charming repeat pattern of daises. The… Continue reading Vintage wedding dress of the week: lovely 1930s ‘Daisy’

Edwardian lace wedding dresses: two rare original beauties

Dear Reader As I mentioned last week in my post on Edwardian flower crowns, I’ve just photographed these wonderful Edwardian dresses which are new to my collection. You are the first to see them! Edwardian wedding dress 1. Edwardian wedding dress 2. I was thrilled to find these dresses, as original Edwardian gowns are now… Continue reading Edwardian lace wedding dresses: two rare original beauties

Accessorising vintage wedding dresses: Edwardian flower circlets.

Dear Reader For each of my vintage wedding dresses, I love to picture the whole outfit and imagine what accessories will work best. Today on my vintage wedding blog, I’m writing about the current fashion for fresh flowers in the hair, and the origins of this lovely trend. Model Evelyn Nesbit, photo 1903 Traditionally, a country… Continue reading Accessorising vintage wedding dresses: Edwardian flower circlets.

Trends in vintage wedding dresses for 2014

Dear Reader One of the best things about January is meeting all the new brides, each beginning the search for her perfect vintage wedding dress. It’s a great way to keep in touch with what my girls are looking for, and see the new trends coming through. I can already see a lot of excitement around… Continue reading Trends in vintage wedding dresses for 2014

A blustery Happy New Year from my vintage wedding blog. And news of Bristol Vintage Wedding Fair…

Dear Reader – a very Happy New Year to you! I hope you’ve had a wonderful Christmas break, survived the storms, and are full of energy for 2014. I’m looking forward to getting back to work today. Well, who wouldn’t love spending their time surrounded by gorgeous original vintage wedding dresses? January is our busiest… Continue reading A blustery Happy New Year from my vintage wedding blog. And news of Bristol Vintage Wedding Fair…

We wish you a Merry Christmas…!

Dear Reader We’ll be back in the New Year to share lots more vintage wedding dresses, advice and inspiration… Meanwhile, I’m sending you my very best Christmas wishes in the form of these charming original vintage Christmas cards… Hope you enjoy them! New ones added below each day… Lots of love, and wishing you a… Continue reading We wish you a Merry Christmas…!

Gorgeous vintage 1950s lace wedding dresses, new on my blog today…

Dear Reader As a distraction from the tinsel and Christmas mayhem (is anybody ready yet this year?), I’d like to show you three wonderful 1950s lace wedding dresses – from the collection of original vintage dresses at my West London studio.  Emma Domb 1950s lace and satin wedding dress, priced £995 1950s ‘cupcake’ lace wedding… Continue reading Gorgeous vintage 1950s lace wedding dresses, new on my blog today…