Catherine Blades Couture

I turned to Catherine after searching without hope for a dress which would express my personality and allow me to feel comfortable in myself on my big day. It was immediately clear that she not only knew her craft inside and out, allowing her to bring out the best of my body but also got ME, my off-beat, fantastical hopes for the dress. The dress she created is magnificent, unique and so entirely "me". Catherine was a pleasure to work with throughout, and I could not recommend her enough

Meeting Catherine and seeing her enthusiasm for her craft and seeing that flow into her work. She's a genuinely beautiful person inside and out and it was an honour having her be part of what will always be one of the most important days of my life.

Catherine was recommended to me by someone else as they no longer designed and made wedding dresses. As I wanted a dress that was the perfect fit I decided I would have have one made...that's where Catherine came in. Catherine made me feel so relaxed about the whole process, she listened to exactly what I wanted and she delivered 100% and more. The way she fitted me was different to me no tape measure . From start to finish was perfect . The dress was a perfect fit made with care and love.

Catherine designed and made my beautiful wedding dress. She has such a calming air and made me feel so welcome at the studio. Previously I was struggling to find "The Dress", and was getting quite stressed about it. Highly skilled at her craft, Catherine listened to my ideas and and easily "got " my style She also had a real sense of knowing exactly what would look right on me, in terms of style, fabric and colour. My dress felt amazing to wear and received so many wonderful comments.

Catherine was amazing from start to finish. She made me feel so comfortable with the whole process & yet special at the same time. I loved my time in her studio. Every part of the process was smooth, professional & inspired. I felt like in a short space of time she understood me and she made a dress that was 'me' but also glamorous. I felt like a million dollars in it. Many said it was the most beautiful dress they had seen!

Unable to find what I was looking for, I approached Catherine who from the moment we spoke was totally fantastic. Without obligation we discussed fabrics and options, searching instagram and Pinterest together for inspiration, and she totally got me. I trusted her from day 1. What she created for me was like nothing I'd seen anywhere, but was absolutely what I wanted, even though I didn't know what I was looking for. She translated my style and personality into my cape and I loved wearing it.

I went to Catherine as I really struggled to find a dress in high street boutiques. All the dresses were the same nothing stood out and the customer service was quite poor, I tried on about 25 dresses but it seemed like hundreds. I therefore commenced with some internet searching and came across Catherine Blades Couture, my consultation was great, it was very two sided and a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Catherine created a bespoke dress and I felt amazing on my big day.

Catherine's enthusiam showed at every single stage, and it was contagious. It's wonderful to see someone love what they do so much, and be so amazing at it.

"I can't believe my luck in finding you. From the first phone call to collecting my dress, I couldn't have asked for a more friendly, creative, detail-focused person to have made my dream dress. Thank you doesn't cover it."�

Catherine designed and made a Mother of the Bride outfit for me in dove grey silk and lace - dress and jacket - which was beyond all expectations and gave me the greatest confidence when wearing it. It was greatly admired by everyone. I was so grateful to Catherine. She is a lovely warm talented person and nothing is too much trouble for her and she richly deserves this award.