Business Details
13 Years
experience
Bespoke Bridal & Formal Wear in Folkestone, Kent
Founded in July 2013 by Janet Robinson, The Robing Room began as a small studio in Northbourne, Kent, and has since expanded to Folkestone's Creative Quarter. Specialising in bespoke wedding and formal wear, our team prioritises quality craftsmanship using fabrics sourced from established UK suppliers. We collaborate closely with clients to create garments tailored to their individual needs, from intricate wedding gowns to custom-tailored attire.Recognised by the Guild of Master Craftsmen and a finalist in the Kent Wedding Awards 2017/18, our commitment to detail extends to bespoke alterations, lingerie services, and supporting emerging designers through our sample service and accredited training courses. With over a decade of experience, we blend technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver timeless, wearable art for special occasions.
Services
Bespoke Bridal Gowns
Bridesmaids Dresses
Formal Wear
Tailoring
Lingerie Service
Sample Service
Children's Wear
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer bespoke tailoring for unique, custom-fit garments.
- Crafting with premium UK-sourced fabrics for superior quality.
- Personalised service tailored to each client's individual needs.
- Award-winning designs recognized in the Kent Wedding Awards.
- Expert alterations and recreation for perfect fit.
Associations and certifications
- Guild of Master Craftsmen
What people say
Stunning 'Winter Cape'
Perfect finishing touch
Kept me warm
Lovely it looked
Expert craftsmanship
Services
Bespoke Bridal Gowns
Our bespoke bridal gowns are meticulously crafted to fit individual measurements using premium UK-sourced fabrics. Each gown is tailored to reflect the bride's personal style while ensuring comfort and elegance. Clients receive dedicated consultations to create a unique, memorable wedding dress.
Bridesmaids Dresses
We create custom bridesmaid dresses to accommodate diverse ages and body shapes, allowing clients to select fabrics and styles that align with their wedding theme. Our service ensures each dress is individually tailored for a cohesive yet personalised look.
Tailoring
From mother-of-the-bride outfits to special occasion wear, our tailoring service transforms off-the-peg garments into custom-fitted creations using high-quality, drape-friendly fabrics that enhance confidence and comfort.
Lingerie Service
Our handcrafted lingerie is made from luxurious silks and laces, including options to repurpose wedding dress remnants or convert existing bras into corsets for a seamless, intimate celebration piece.
Sample Service
We provide sample-making and small production runs for emerging designers and fashion graduates, supporting the creative industry by translating designs into high-quality, wearable prototypes.
People
Janet Robinson
Founder & Lead Designer
Janet Robinson established The Robing Room in 2013, bringing expertise in bespoke tailoring and formal wear. Recognised by the Guild of Master Craftsmen, she specialises in transforming client visions into custom garments with meticulous attention to detail.
Questions
What services does The Robing Room offer?
Bespoke wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, formal wear, tailoring, lingerie, sample-making for designers, and children's wear.
Can you create custom bridesmaid dresses for different sizes?
Yes, we offer bespoke bridesmaid services tailored to diverse body shapes and ages.
Does The Robing Room provide tailoring for formal events?
Yes, we create made-to-measure formal wear with premium fabrics for a perfect fit.
What is the starting price for a bespoke wedding dress?
Bespoke wedding dresses start at £400, depending on fabric selection.
Do you offer training courses in fashion and textiles?
Yes, we provide City & Guilds accredited courses and industry training at our studio.
Reviews (3)
Vanessa Bothwell
Oct 01, 2021
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Janet is extremely talented and experienced. I knew from our first meeting that she was the perfect person to make my bespoke wedding dress. She really understood my brief and advised when I was undecided about colour and fabric choices. Janet created some gorgeous sketches of possible designs - it was hard to choose a favourite. It was reassuring when very little needed tweaking following fittings. I love my unique and beautiful blush wedding dress. I received so many compliments on the day. I think Ill have to wear it on our anniversary each year or find other occasions to wear it to!
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J. Hi
Aug 04, 2019
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I attended the beginners pattern cutting course at Draft & Stitch which is part of the Robing Room. I enjoyed the course very much and achieved exactly what I wanted thanks to Janet's superior knowledge and skills. The content, pace and environment were all perfect for a positive learning experience. Janet offers a range of garment construction, fashion and pattern cutting courses and I am looking forward to my next one.
Teresa George
Jun 24, 2019
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I wanted something different for my wedding dress as between my husband and I it was our 7th wedding! I researched locally and was given the recommendation of The Robing Room from an ex student of Janet the owner - if anyone can help you to design and make your special wedding dress, it will be Janet, and so it was!! I knew I favoured red but was not 100% on the style or fabric. It did not take long to work both out after only my 2nd appointment with Janet. I was shown some beautiful fabrics and styles and provided with a couple of sketch options. A few tweaks and I settled on my dress
