Your Yorkshire Wedding - Page number 55 - September/October 2021 (Issue 50)

MADE IN Yorkshire The region’s designers on how to fill your day with gorgeous products W e’re so lucky that Yorkshire is brimming with super-talented creatives who design, make and sell gorgeous products to adorn your big day. Not only do these products look amazing, but by buying local you’re supporting independent businesses and reducing your carbon footprint. What’s not to love? KATE FEARNLEY We chat to Kate Fearnley of Stokesley’s Kate Fearnley bridal boutique... What does your company offer for weddings and what’s your background? After graduating with a degree in fashion from Northumbria University in 1999, I launched my brand in Middlesbrough in 2002, and was based on Linthorpe Road until 2021. I’ve won many awards including ‘Fashion Entrepreneur of the Year’ award from Cosmopolitan magazine in 2010 and was awarded the national title of Best Wedding Dress Designer award at the 2019 and 2020 Wedding Industry Awards and was also awarded the title of Outstanding Customer Service in the Bridal and Occasion wear Category at The North of England Wedding Awards. What is the most popular product you offer for weddings? We offer ready to wear and bespoke wedding dresses, veils, illusion shoes and all bridal party. All designed and made from our North Yorkshire studio and showroom. I find that a fuller skirt and pockets seems to be a popular design silhouette we offer in our collections. Why is it important that couples choose local suppliers and products for their wedding? We should now more than ever be supportive of local suppliers. I think it makes it even more special that the items you choose to create your wedding day are slightly more unique than what you would possibly find on the internet or from huge brands. Most local suppliers will have a highly recommended local supplier list that they have worked with which I think always helps. What style/theme of wedding do you love designing for the most? Kate Fearnley designs are for the modern bride searching for a unique and stylish look. We tend to find our designs suit and are worn at the less formal themed weddings such at barn venues and other interesting alternative locations; soft lighting, greenery, relaxed yet sophisticated. Kate Fearnley, Kate Fearnley, www.katefearnley.com Get social: @katefearnleybridal Images: www.nataliepluck.com MUA www.amandabellmua.com | Hair: https://tinaelliott.co.uk LOCAL BUSINESSES 55