Frequently Asked Questions

Of course! All of our wedding gowns are ready to take home on the same day!  So even if you only have a few weeks, don't panic! You will take away your dream dress the day of your appointment. 

A sample dress is one that has previously been tried on in a boutique. It is an ‘off the peg’ dress where we only have one offs available. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

We offer a dry-cleaning service for our dresses should you wish to have your dress professionally cleaned.

We currently stock samples ranging from size 4 – 26.These can be altered by a seamstress and can usually go up or down by a size or two, depending on the dress. As our sample collection constantly varies with dresses selling fast, the sizes that we stock will vary over time.

Bridal sizes tend to be on the small side so don’t be put off if you have to go up a size or 2 compared to what you would normally wear.

Most of our gowns are priced around £999, with the majority of styles in our boutique costing under £1,500. We also offer a selection of gowns at lower price points, as well as a small number above this range. Prices vary depending on the designer and style.

Yes, an appointment is necessary for you to come to the boutique. This is always best, so we can ensure we have a fitting room and stylist available for you and your guests.

Our fitting rooms can seat a maximum of three guests. We recommend keeping your group to this number, as having too many people can sometimes feel overwhelming during such an important experience.

Bringing along the people whose opinions matter most to you helps create a relaxed, enjoyable, and supportive atmosphere. 

We recommend wearing nude or white, seamless underwear and a nude strapless bra where possible, as this will give you the best idea of how each dress will look and fit. However, there's no need to worry if you don't have a strapless bra; most of our gowns are beautifully structured and designed to be worn without one. We do kindly ask that all brides wear underwear to their appointment.

We recommend choosing 3-4 gowns to start with. As your appointment progresses, we'll get a feel for the styles you love, and your stylist can suggest additional dresses for you to try. 

Some of our favourite bridal moments happen when a bride tries on a gown she wouldn't normally choose, so trust us; but most importantly, trust your instincts! 

Appointments last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. 

We require full payment at the time of purchase. Please note that all gowns purchased in-store must be taken home on the day of purchase.

Our gown prices cover the dress only. As every bride and gown are unique, the alterations required will vary from dress to dress. We therefore do not include alterations in the purchase price, ensuring you only pay for the work your gown actually needs. This also allows us to keep our dress prices as affordable as possible.

We have some recommended seamstresses who we use, and we will give you their details when you purchase your dress. You can then book in with them and take your dress to them, at a time convenient to you. The seamstresses are freelance and will require you to pay them once the alterations have been completed.

We advise you to have your first fitting 7/8 weeks before your wedding. But your chosen seamstress will advise you on this.

Dotty is our sister boutique, and Peggy is the outlet to Dotty. While both boutiques offer the same friendly, personalised service, the shopping experience is a little different. 

At Peggy, all of our gowns are priced at £1,500 and under, making it the perfect choice for brides looking for exceptional value, shorter lead times, or the opportunity to take their gown home the very same day. 

At Dotty, you'll find a beautiful collection of gowns priced from £1,500 upwards. If you're looking for a made-to-order gown and have a budget above £1,500, Dotty offers the full bridal boutique experience with an extensive range of designer dresses to explore.