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Lace Wedding Dress

WELCOME TO
THE BRIDAL CLOSET 

Preloved and sample designer bridal wear 

Thank you so much for visiting my page! If you are here, then chances are you’re planning your big day and looking for your dream dress! Congratulations! I can’t wait to help you find ‘The One’!


I offer a selection of stunning ‘off the peg’ designer wedding dresses which you can buy and take home straight away. No long waiting times for the designer to make your dress! All of the bridalwear is either preloved or sample, meaning that they have either been worn once or tried on. However, they are all carefully and lovingly selected so the majority of them are in perfect condition. If there are any minor imperfections or if there has been any alterations, this will be in the product description. So, if you’re an eco conscious bride wanting to do your bit for the planet, or are on a budget and want great quality and design at an affordable price, then I can help! 


The Bridal Closet stock a range of designer gowns including Pronovias, Stella York, Romantica of Devon, Justin Alexander, Kenneth Winston, Morilee and Wtoo to name just a few, with up to 70% off the original price!  

 

Our Services

I know how much of a commitment choosing your wedding dress is and how important it is for it to be absolutely perfect and make you feel amazing. When buying preloved online, you often don’t have the chance to try before you buy. At The Bridal Closet, you can make an appointment to come and try on your dream dress before you commit. 


The Bridal Closet is a small business and I really care about treating everyone as an individual and giving you the best possible experience. I take the time to get to know you and find out exactly what you’re looking for and will never rush you or pressure you into a sale. 


Please see the Contact section of my website for more information or to book an appointment. I can’t wait to hear from you!


Katy

Katy, the founder of The Bridal Closet walking in a Wedding Dress down next to Lincoln Cathedral

Katy Christopher

Founder of The Bridal Closet

ABOUT THE BRIDAL CLOSET

The idea of The Bridal Closet came about when I was looking for my own perfect dress for my October 2022 wedding. I love great quality, designer garments but with all of the costs involved in planning my big day and the current economic climate, I felt like my dream dress was out of reach if bought brand new. I’m also very conscious of my carbon footprint and doing my bit to help the environment, so buying preloved seemed like a no brainer to me! This sparked off my passion for budget friendly, sustainable bridalwear!

CONTACT US

Have a question? Would you like to book an appointment? Please feel free to get in touch. We’re always here to help.

 Tel: 07990 015451

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  • How do I make an appointment?
    Please see the ‘Contact Us’ section of the website to make an appointment. You can either call, WhatsApp, email or fill out your details and write a message. Please include your preferred days and times for an appointment (I also do evening and weekend appointments) and the dresses you would like to try on if you have decided. The name of the designer and product code will be in the individual dress description.
  • How shall I turn up to my bridalwear appointment?
    I recommend that you bring shoes with a similar size heel to what you’ll be wearing on your big day. I have a range of bridal accessories for sale too, but if you have already purchased your own, feel free to bring them along to see what they will look like with your dress. Most of the gowns have built in support including bras but it’s entirely up to you what underwear you wear. I recommend that you go for whatever you’re most comfortable in and there is zero judgement here so please don’t worry! Due to the nature of the business and the love I have for the gowns, I do ask a couple of small favours to ensure they are kept in pristine condition ready for their new owner! Please can you arrive with no deodorant or tan on as these can easily stain the dresses. I also ask that you refrain from wearing heavy perfume and if you wear makeup please take extra care when putting on the gowns to minimise the risk of transfer. Thank you, I really appreciate the care that you take!
  • Where will my bridalwear appointment be?
    I am based in Nettleham, Lincoln. To make an appointment, go to the ‘Contact Us’ section of this website.
  • How long will my appointment be?
    I know how much of a commitment buying your wedding dress is and want to make sure you’re absolutely certain it’s ‘the one’ and never want you to feel rushed into making a decision. That’s why you have up to two hours per appointment to try on a range of dresses and I will never pressure you into buying if you need more time.
  • Can I buy my dress online?
    I am happy to post your gown out to you. Please contact me and we can arrange a secure payment.
  • Will my wedding dress need alterations?
    It is common for brides to need alterations to make their dress the perfect fit. The majority of the wedding dresses have had no prior alterations (if they have, this will be included in the dress description). Dresses can usually be taken in or out up to two or three sizes. If you would like to know about a specific dress and whether it can be altered to fit you please ask and I will contact the trusted seamstress I use to find out for you. You can also alter dresses to make them the perfect style for you. For example, if you see a gown that is exactly what you want but is sleeveless and you want sleeves, this can be achieved through alterations.
  • What style of wedding dress would suit me?
    I will contact you prior to your appointment to talk about what styles of dress you would like to try on. If you would like, we can discuss your body shape and any areas of your body you would like to enhance or areas that you may be self conscious of. There are eight main silhouettes of wedding dresses and I can describe them to you and we can talk about what shape dress you would feel most comfortable in and what would flatter your body type. We can also discuss other details including neckline, straps, sleeves, beading, sparkle etc to get more of an idea of what you’re looking for! You can then either let me know exactly what dresses you would like to try on from browsing the website or I can either get a selection ready for you tailored to what we’ve discussed about your taste and body shape. Ultimately, I would suggest you try on a selection of gowns and see which ones stand out and look and feel the best. A lot of brides have an idea of what would suit them, but end up going for a completely different style once they’ve tried it on and looked amazing in it!

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