Your Yorkshire Wedding - January/February 2021 (Issue 46)

Describe your boutique and service in five words… Unique, luxurious, bespoke, personal, modern. How did you come to launch your business? Established in 2002, we’re an award-winning made-to-measure, bespoke and couture bridal service, and we’ve just launched a range that will be appearing in boutiques across the country. After gaining my fashion and textile degree, I set up an independent label focusing on occasionwear. The boutique itself has been in my family for three generations, and I took it over and started offering a bespoke and couture service. We are appointment-only, and the relaxed and personal service we offer is part of the bridal experience. How have you and your customers adapted during the pandemic? We’ve had some lovely brides finally having their special day after rearranging it several times. It might not be what they had originally planned, but they looked beautiful in their dresses and embraced the intimacy of this new form of wedding. It means the world to know that we contributed to making that bride feel fantastic. What are your top tips for brides looking for their dream dress? ❤ Invest in good-quality underwear. ❤ Go out of your comfort zone when trying on styles – you might be surprised at what you end up choosing. ❤ Not everyone suits white, so choose a colour that works with your skin tone such as shell pink. Visit https://katefearnley.com SAY HELLO TO DESIGNER KATE FEARNLEY OF KATE FEARNLEY BRIDAL SAY HELLO TO MANDY ABRAMSON OF CINDERELLA’S Describe your boutique and service in five words… Honest, friendly, reasonable, experienced – and Yorkshire through and through! What designers do you stock? Romantica, Richard Designs, Jennifer Wren, Danielle Couture, Linzi Jay, Pure, Warren York, Phoenix and Envy. How did you come to launch your business? I started working in high street retail at 16, where I quickly progressed from shop assistant to manager. I’ve always had a love of all things creative, and sewing has been my passion since I was young. I decided to combine my retail and creative talents and opened an alterations shop. After just 18 months, I took the plunge and found bigger premises and Cinderella’s was born. How has the pandemic affected your customers? We’ve had highs and lows in these unprecedented times. Couples have been put under a lot of pressure with restrictions and venues having to close. One of our couples had to bring their wedding forward at very short notice to avoid lockdown delaying their day. All the suppliers did an amazing job of making the couple’s big day one to remember. What are your top tips for brides looking for their dream dress? ❤ Don’t set your heart on a particular style – try on a variety of shapes and styles. ❤ Make sure your budget includes alterations, accessories and dress cleaning. Visit www.dreamdress.co.uk www.nata liepluck.com Kate’s favourite dress : Orchid from her own collection Mandy’s favourite dress : Zara by Envy BRIDAL BOUTIQUES 65 