Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Dream Wedding Dress Awaits in Stratford Upon Avon
Established in 2012, Shakespeare In Love Wedding Boutique has been dedicated to helping brides find their perfect wedding dress in Stratford Upon Avon. Our team, led by Chantelle and her mother Ronella, combines over a decade of industry expertise with personalized service to create memorable experiences. We offer exclusive private appointments, ensuring each bride receives undivided attention in a comfortable environment. Our collection features current designs from renowned brands like Alan Hannah and Maggie Sottero, carefully selected twice yearly to showcase the latest trends. With in-house seamstress Selina, we provide comprehensive alterations and customization services to perfect every gown.We also offer post-wedding care through professional dry cleaning and preservation services. Our appointment-based model guarantees a stress-free shopping experience, with two-hour slots allowing ample time to explore options. From accessories to final fittings, we manage every detail to ensure your dress remains pristine until your special day. Our commitment to quality extends to handmade accessories and bespoke additions like detachable trains or capes. With over 12 years of experience since Chantelle's fashion degree completion, we continue to refine our craft while maintaining the passion that drives our service.
Services
Wedding Dresses
Bridal Accessories
Alterations Service
Gown Restoration
Dress Storage
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 12 years of dedicated bridal industry experience since 2012
- Private two-hour appointments with undivided staff attention
- In-house seamstress for complete gown customization and alterations
- Twice-yearly updated collections featuring latest designer trends
- Comprehensive post-wedding gown preservation and dry cleaning services
What people say
Lovely afternoon
Super welcome
Friendly service
Services
Wedding Dresses
Our curated collection features designer wedding dresses from renowned brands including Alan Hannah and Maggie Sottero. Each gown selection is updated twice yearly to showcase current trends while maintaining classic elegance. Brides enjoy exclusive private viewings with two-hour appointments to explore various styles and silhouettes in a relaxed environment.
Alterations Service
Our experienced seamstress provides comprehensive alterations to ensure perfect fit and comfort. Services include hem adjustments, bodice modifications, and complex structural changes. We also create custom additions like detachable trains and capes, with fittings scheduled up to nine weeks before your wedding day.
Gown Restoration
Professional dry cleaning and preservation services restore wedding gowns to their original condition post-ceremony. Our specialist cleaning process removes stains while maintaining fabric integrity, followed by archival-quality storage in protective boxes to preserve your dress for future generations.
Bridal Accessories
We offer handmade veils, tiaras, combs, and decorative elements to complement your wedding dress. Our collection includes back necklaces, garters, and bespoke bridal belts designed to add personal touches while maintaining cohesive styling with your chosen gown.
Dress Storage
Secure storage solutions keep your wedding dress protected from purchase until your special day. Our climate-controlled facility ensures fabric protection, with included insurance coverage and easy access for final fittings and post-wedding collection.
People
Chantelle
Owner & Bridal Consultant
With 12 years in the bridal industry since completing her Fashion and Couture degree in Leicester, Chantelle combines creative expertise with personalized service to help brides find their perfect dress.
Ronella
Business Partner
Co-owner Ronella brings extensive business experience to the boutique, working alongside daughter Chantelle to create memorable bridal experiences while managing operational excellence.
Selina
Master Seamstress
Our skilled seamstress Selina specializes in bridal alterations and customizations, with expertise in creating detachable elements and ensuring perfect fit for every bride's special day.
Questions
How do I book a bridal appointment?
Visit our website to book online or call 01789 295 111 for assistance. First appointments last two hours with flexible weekday availability.
What services do you offer beyond dress sales?
We provide complete bridal solutions including alterations, handmade accessories, post-wedding gown cleaning, and secure storage until your wedding day.
Can you alter dresses purchased elsewhere?
Yes, we offer alteration services for wedding dresses bought from any boutique, with fittings starting nine weeks before your wedding.
Do you carry current designer collections?
Our inventory features the latest designs from Alan Hannah, Maggie Sottero, and other top brands, updated twice yearly for fresh selections.
What makes your boutique unique?
We offer exclusive private shopping experiences with dedicated two-hour appointments and in-house customization capabilities for your perfect fit.
Reviews (5)
Katy Heaton
Nov 27, 2021
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Chantelle is one of the nicest people I have ever met, instantly putting me at ease, providing advice and anecdotes, and displaying a genuine love of her job
The boutique is small but easy to find in a central location, and well stocked with lots of fabulous creations from dresses to earrings and belts.
Chantelle carries a range of sizes, which is a refreshing change when you are a slightly bigger bride. The hour and a half appointment went by too fast, but only because I was enjoying myself so much. Thank you x
The boutique is small but easy to find in a central location, and well stocked with lots of fabulous creations from dresses to earrings and belts.
Chantelle carries a range of sizes, which is a refreshing change when you are a slightly bigger bride. The hour and a half appointment went by too fast, but only because I was enjoying myself so much. Thank you x
Elena Brooks
Apr 29, 2021
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My now husband and I were lucky enough to squeeze our wedding in just before the 2nd lockdown. Planning a wedding in 2 months was no small feat however from my first contact with Chantelle she helped put all my wedding dress concerns to rest. Together with Selina the dress was adjusted to make it the perfect dress for me. I cannot rate Chantelle's service highly enough. She not only offered her dress expertise but also recommendations for hair and make-up and following a last minute SOS text message reached out to her contacts to recommend a car hire company. From the first moment I contacted Chantelle
Ivana King
Apr 15, 2021
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Their wedding dresses are beautiful and so amazing, that every time I walk past I feel like getting married again and again. Customer service is phenomenal, and definitely the place I will be going to get a dress when I renew our vows!
Jinni
May 04, 2020
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I came here to shop for both bridal and bridesmaid dresses. Chantelle is so lovely and helpful, and there is a great selection of lovely dresses to choose from. Had a great experience shopping here both times we came.
L. Phillips
Oct 03, 2019
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Went for the second time however this time it was to help my friend find a dress. Again, we were both treated fantastically and she found her dream dress. Will recommend this shop to any bride
