It’s official; Rolling In Roses is your local stop for British-made, sustainable, ethical and oh-so-cool bridal wear. Fashion loving brides, we’ve got you covered (literally…)!

Yes, you read that right. If stunning, contemporary-yet-comfortable designs are your thing but you also care where your garments are coming from, denounce the very idea of fast fashion and like to know a little more about the ethos behind your brands, then our amazing UNVEILED Network Member Rolling In Roses is for you, babes.

Today we’ve caught up with Hayley Neil, Rolling In Roses’ designer extraordinaire. Hayley handmakes each piece in York using tried, tested and traditional techniques she’s picked up during her impressive career.

We’ve been chatting all things bridal fashion, finding out where she gets her inspo and meandering down her career path to date, to find out a little more about the face behind the gowns. We know you’re not going to want to miss this one!

Hi Hayley!

Hi I’m Hayley, designer and director at Rolling In Roses. We make contemporary, sustainable bridalwear, ethically made by hand right here in York. We are a small-scale British label with a focus on thoughtful design and high-end craftsmanship, creating conscious bridalwear for individuals who walk to the beat of their own drum. Our fabrics are gentle to the earth, our dressmaking techniques traditional and refined, our designs a blend of the classic and the avant-garde. We are not fast fashion!

Where did your passion for bridal fashion begin?

Following an epiphany during an uninspiring shopping trip to find a gown for my sister, I opened my first boutique in York in March 2012. Taking the name ‘Glory Days’ from the Pulp song I actually walked down the aisle to on my own wedding day, the boutique offered vintage and antique bridal gowns alongside the bespoke service through which I created one-off wedding dresses tailored for individual clients. Seeing the demand for contemporary, cooler and more comfortable wedding gowns than those offered on the high street, I founded the Rolling In Roses label in 2016 as a platform for my personal design vision and I’ve never looked back.

Rolling In Roses flourished and outgrew the confines of Glory Days so the two companies were recently merged and rebranded under the Rolling In Roses name, and the York boutique is now the RIR flagship store. I truly can’t believe how lucky I am to be able to make a living doing what I love and making people happy; it’s a dream come true.

Having designed, sewed, sketched, and embroidered my way through school, I gained a degree in costume design at the Edinburgh College of Art and went on to work as a freelance costume designer, maker, and assistant in the worlds of theatre and film. Being lucky enough to work on an eclectic array of theatre productions and Bifa, Bafta, and Oscar winning films, I’ve gained knowledge and experience covering everything from contemporary streetwear to tailored Regency period suits, from 1930s evening gowns to spectacular fantasy costumes. This diversity of skills means a wide range of knowledge of fabrics and fit, and experience with garments of various functions suitable for all body types.

Lying awake at night deciding how to finish the perfect cuff or solving a tricky pattern drafting problem is par for the course, but I wouldn’t have it any other way!

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Want to know what bridal heaven looks like?! Well you’re about to find out as we step into Dress Dreams Bridal Boutique, an UNVEILED Network Member that will have you lusting after both their dresses and their décor.

When taking over the Kent-based boutique, owner Kate gave the building a top-to-toe makeover to create a space that sits in line with Dress Dreams’ sassy and glamorous brand identity. The result is a modern and welcoming boutique that is luxe as it is playful.

Housed within this super stylish boutique are seriously stylish gowns, sourced from some of the most talented, contemporary bridal wear designers from across the globe.

Aimed at brides looking for something unique to express their individuality, Dress Dreams’ collections feature cutting edge bridal fashion, luxurious fabrics and standout detailing.

And along with this incredibly chic setting and outstanding range of designers comes impeccable service, with Kate driven to deliver a personal and unique dress shopping experience to each and every bride.

So, join us in this all-out glam goodness as we discover more about Dress Dreams’ style and approach whilst also getting Kate’s dress shopping do and don’ts, including when to call time on the search!

Hi Kate!

Hello! My name is Kate and I’m the proud new owner of Dress Dreams Bridal Boutique. Taking over Dress Dreams having worked at the boutique for a number of years was a dream come true. Dress Dreams is for the modern bride looking for that something a little bit different, a dress with the wow factor.

WHERE DID YOUR PASSION FOR BRIDAL FASHION BEGIN?

From a very young age! Growing up, I was obsessed with Lady Diana and used to draw all her dresses so her wedding in 1981 had a huge influence on me. My interest in fashion and bridal has persisted throughout my life, even after I had my own dream wedding in 2006. When you are still obsessed years after you have planned and enjoyed your own wedding, it’s time to go into bridal!

WHAT MAKES YOUR BOUTIQUE SPECIAL?

Dress Dreams is a bridal boutique that offers that something a little bit different, dresses that stand out from the crowd, that have the ‘wow’   factor. We have recently completed a full refurbishment of our boutique and created a brand identity that’s as glamorous and sassy as our dresses.

Stepping into Dress Dreams is stepping out of the ordinary, it feels super exciting and glamorous. It has been designed to feel luxe and chic, but at the same time, it’s playful and welcoming. It is certainly unlike any bridal boutique you will have been to before!

From the glass of fizz and love heart sweets to the swan princess on the wall, the velvet hooks in the dressing room and the aesthetic photo wall in the bathroom, everything has been carefully thought about to enhance our brides’ experience with us. We want this experience to be special and deeply personal, but also relaxing and fun.

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If you’re still on the hunt for your dream dress and want to be made to feel like a princess as you choose your gown surrounded by happiness, enthusiasm and in gorgeous surroundings, then look no further than TDR Bridal.

Originally a trained florist, girl boss Rebecca has built her own empire from the ground up, opening The Dressing Rooms in Birmingham back in 2007 and growing it into the beautiful boutique it is today, with sturdy roots in her business savvy reputation and glowing customer service skills.

Just talking to Rebecca, you immediately know how proud she is of TDR, her gowns and designers, her team and her brides. The experience that each bride has in-store is paramount for her and it really shows. She fully understands the differences and nuances of each person that enters the shop and caters for them, making them feel like they are the only customer that matters at that point. Plus, becoming a TDR bride means you get access to a whole network of other TDR brides! How cool is that?!

She’s also currently offering UNVEILED readers an exclusive free upgraded welcome gift to make your experience even more special! Read on for the details!

Model images by Robyn Frances Photography

Hello there!

Hi, I’m Rebecca, Founder and Director of TDR Bridal Birmingham. I opened in September 2007 and have built my business up from nothing, based solely on reputation and customer experience in my store.

Where did your passion for bridal fashion begin?

I am a florist by trade, gaining my third year C & G in Floristry, specialising in wedding work. Opening a Bridal store was part of my final piece for my stage three exam. I then went on to do a HND in Business & Finance so that, when my children became old enough, I was all set to open The Dressing Rooms, or TDR Bridal as it is known today.

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