Your East Midlands Wedding - Dec/Jan 2019 (Issue 35)

82 Alexandra Anne Bridal is the only bridal boutique on the Chatsworth Estate and offers high-end designer bridal dresses and accessories. The stunning 18 th -century barn conversion is filled with the latest bridal fashion from the UK and Europe including Charlie Brear and Eliza Jane Howell from London, Jesus Peiro from Barcelona, and Rembo Styling from Belgium. Prices range from £1,200 and £3,000 for made-to-order dresses, which are available to order in up to size 18 with other options available through made-to-measure. There’s also an in-store outlet with previous season and discontinued dresses, with prices starting at £400.  With a stress-free approach to bridal appointments there’s no stuffiness or pretence – this boutique’s on a mission to bring the best in ultra-modern bridal wear to the old-world charm of the Chatsworth Estate. That’s why, from the steampunk-inspired showroom to the neon-lit fitting room, this boutique adds a little bit of sass to this oh-so-classy part of the world. Guests even get personalised playlists to feel even more at home when they step inside for the very first time. Jess Seaman from Alexandra Anne Bridal says, “I worked in bridal wear design, production and retail for Charlie Brear for 10 years, most recently as head of sales. However, I missed the day-to-day interaction with brides-to-be and being side-by-side with them on their way to finding their dream dress.  “So when the chance to take over Alexandra Anne came up in early 2018, we upped sticks from London and moved our lives to the tiny Derbyshire village of Pilsley near Bakewell and never looked back – I love what I do more than ever!” Brides have the option of mixing pieces from multiple designers, so each client has the chance to come up with a special look. When the one’ s found, there’s a custom-made Here Comes the Bride neon sign, which is perfect for capturing that Instagram moment of joy. A way to make the appointment even more special is upgrading to a VIP Sunday appointment, featuring a modern twist on afternoon tea for brides and up to three guests. Get treated to signature cocktails designed by The Last Word, and delights courtesy of Storeybook Cakes, plus party bags with bespoke candles by Byrne, wedding supplier discount vouchers and a few more surprises! Turn to page 13 to discover how you can get 10% off this appointment. For more visit the website alexandra-anne.co.uk AL EXANDRA ANNE BR I DAL  jesuspeiro.com Situated in a picturesque village in Northamptonshire, Anna Wood Bridal is fast attracting a reputation as the go-to boutique for brides who are searching for that ‘wow’ experience. A warm and friendly environment and excellent customer service allows brides to feel comfortable and special. An important aim for the company is ensuring brides fell empowered in their dress and feel their ultimate best. Brides can choose from a stunning range of designers including Watters, Wendy Makin, Nicole and Rachel Allan and the company stock dresses from £1,000 to £3,000 and do a wide range of sizes from an eight to 24. The boutique offers a semi-bespoke range where brides can select tops and skirts separately, change fabrics and accessorise how they wish. Bridesmaid dresses and bridal accessories including veils, hair accessories, jewellery and shoes are also available. Anna Wood from Anna Wood Bridal says, “Our clients’ problems are our problems, we’ll find a solution to assist our brides as we’re here to make the journey of buying a dress as stress-free as possible. We meet a lot of women who aren’t confident about how they look and feel or have body hang-ups and it’s wonderful to see their confidence grow as we help them along the way.” The spur that led Anna to open the boutique was the disappointment when picking her own bridal gown – she was expecting a magical experience but it wasn’t what she expected. It’s now Anna’s mission to make sure that her brides receive the most amazing experience and feel cared for during their exciting journey.  For more information visit  annawoodbridal.co.uk ANNA WOOD BR I DAL louloubridal.co.uk watters.com