Your West Midlands Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 61)

62 Lavelle Bridal Couture 13 Jury Street, Warwick, CV34 4EH 01926 718 491 | lavellebridalcouture.co.uk Rebecca Lavelle on... ...the experience. Our beautiful boutique is based in the heart of Warwick and we pride ourselves on the service we offer. At Lavelle Bridal Couture we want to make sure that every bride feels special for this important part of wedding planning. In our one-and-a-half-hour appointments, brides have the chance to try on as many dresses as they wish whilst also receiving expert advice on style and shapes to suit body type. I opened the boutique in February – after two years in planning – and I’m now so excited to welcome beautiful brides to our new boutique. Having worked in fashion and bridal for almost 10 years, with many years of studying it beforehand, I know the industry well. Coming in to work each day is a pleasure and every day brings with it something and someone different. I thrive on meeting new people and the challenge of finding something to suit every bride that comes through the door. I absolutely love finding a bride her dream dress and being a part of the journey to their big day.  ...the designers. We stock four designers, Hayley Paige, Dando London, Kenneth Winston & Casablanca Bridal. I love all of their dresses for very different reasons. Every single dress has been hand-selected by myself to create a curated collection to suit many different styles and tastes.  My favourite dress at the moment would have to be one by Hayley Paige (it’s hard to choose) but maybe Markle . All of her dresses are just so fun and flirty while being sophisticated and elegant. Every time a bride tries one I get very excited and they always look fabulous in them. Markle is extra special though, she has the signature Hayley Paige dipped-hem and ballgown silhouette with beautifully intricate hand-beading which just makes the gown sparkle. The neck and back are equally as beautiful and the ivory and cashmere colour combination looks amazing on any colour skin tone. ...price range of gowns. £1,400 to £4,000. ...accessories. We stock a range of veils and bridal belts that are all handmade by myself. We also have a small selection of bespoke hair accessories that are all individually sourced. ...appointments. We are a by-appointment-only boutique and it’s recommended to book in advance as we get booked up very quickly, especially for weekend and late-night appointment. We’re also open until 7pm on a Wednesday and Thursday.  TOP TIP: I’d recommend not to bring more that three people with you to your appointment and if you can, try and keep it to one or two. Make sure that, of the people you bring with you, that you really value their pinion above anyone else. When trying on wedding dresses brides often ask for their family and friends’ opinions but what they really want is reassurance in their own decision.