Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Dream Wedding Dress Awaits in Crawley
Established in 2019, The Bride Shop has become West Sussex's premier destination for bridal gowns, offering an inclusive range of sizes from 2 to 34. Our boutique, nestled in a tranquil converted stable near Crawley, provides personalized private appointments lasting up to 90 minutes, ensuring undivided attention for every bride. With a commitment to celebrating love in all its forms, we specialize in handcrafted wedding dresses that combine accessible luxury with couture detailing. Our team, led by designer Cath Adam alongside her mother Pat and niece Sienna, brings decades of combined experience in bridal fashion, creating unforgettable experiences for over 100 satisfied brides annually.The business maintains strict quality standards using premium materials while offering complementary accessories and expert alterations services. Our Google Business listing and social media presence showcase real customer experiences, demonstrating our dedication to making every bride feel exceptional on their special day.
Services
Wedding Dresses
Bridal Accessories
Private Appointments
Maternity Gowns
Dress Alterations
Accessories Hire
Gift Shop
Bridal Gallery
Online Consultations
Wedding Planning
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized 90-minute private appointments with expert bridal consultants
- Our size-inclusive collection caters to brides from size 2 to 34
- We provide maternity wedding dresses with flattering, comfortable designs
- Our team has 20+ years combined experience in bridal fashion design
- We guarantee a pressure-free shopping experience with no sales targets
What people say
Loveliest people
Beautiful dresses
Personal experience
No pressure
Perfect dress
Services
Wedding Dresses
Our designer wedding dresses combine modern elegance with timeless sophistication. Available in sizes 2-34, each gown features premium materials and intricate detailing. Brides can choose from classic ballgowns, boho styles, and contemporary silhouettes with expert customization options.
Private Appointments
Personalized 90-minute bridal appointments ensure dedicated attention from our expert consultants. The private setting allows brides to explore our collection at their own pace with no time pressure or sales targets influencing their decision.
Bridal Accessories
Comprehensive accessory collection including veils, tiaras, and 925 sterling silver jewellery. Our curated selection complements all dress styles while offering standalone pieces for bridesmaids and special occasions.
Maternity Gowns
Specially designed maternity wedding dresses provide comfort and elegance during pregnancy. Each gown features adaptable sizing and supportive construction while maintaining our signature stylish aesthetic for expectant brides.
Dress Alterations
Professional alteration services ensure perfect fit for all purchased gowns. Our experienced seamstresses, including specialist Kim, provide expert adjustments while maintaining the dress's original integrity and design elements.
People
Cath Adam
Wedding Dress Designer
Award-winning designer with 15 years' experience creating inclusive bridal wear. Specializes in modern designs that celebrate individuality while maintaining traditional craftsmanship standards.
Pat
Senior Consultant
Industry veteran with 20+ years' experience supporting brides during their dress selection. Provides expert guidance while maintaining the boutique's welcoming family atmosphere.
Sienna
Assistant Designer
Emerging talent in bridal fashion with a focus on contemporary aesthetics. Assists with weekend consultations while contributing to new design development.
Questions
How do I book a private appointment?
Use our online booking system to schedule a 90-minute private consultation at your convenience.
Do you offer plus size wedding dresses?
Yes, our inclusive collection features sizes 2-34 with no additional charges for larger sizes.
Can I purchase accessories separately?
Our bridal accessories and 925 silver jewellery are available for separate purchase, even if you bought your dress elsewhere.
Do you provide maternity wedding dresses?
Yes, we offer specially designed maternity gowns that accommodate growing bumps while maintaining elegant silhouettes.
What makes your boutique different?
Our family-run business combines personalized service with inclusive sizing and expert design in a tranquil, pressure-free environment.
Can I see real customer reviews?
Over 100 genuine customer testimonials are available on our website, detailing personal experiences from recent brides.
Reviews (4)
Edyta Edzia Rybak
Dec 08, 2021
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Was persuaded to buy a dress 3 sizes down being told it can be amenddd as it was gorset. Two dressmakers said later this can absolutely not be done. When tried to return it and get money back met with horrible response. Accually instead of refund was double charged and cath denied it even clesrly statements showed it. Ended up going to bank requesting refund. Had to wait over a week for refund and couldnt pay the rent in the meantime. Stress stress stress. Worse experience ever. Very dissapointed. Do not buy your dress there.
Millicent Brown
Oct 18, 2021
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I was welcomed to Carh Adams shop by cath herself and her mother who acted as her assistant. Both ladies were cheerfull , helpfull and attentive
My needs were assessed including taste preference and budget. I was shown and fitted with a range of dresses some of which were the most beautifull and stunning I've ever seen. Both ladies was patient to my needs and requirements I was finally offered by the mother a particular dress that I loved . And I choose . I was happy with the price and fitting. And overall experience
My needs were assessed including taste preference and budget. I was shown and fitted with a range of dresses some of which were the most beautifull and stunning I've ever seen. Both ladies was patient to my needs and requirements I was finally offered by the mother a particular dress that I loved . And I choose . I was happy with the price and fitting. And overall experience
Eleanor Chappell
Sep 25, 2021
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I just came to Cath for a veil in July 2021 and she was so helpful and welcoming - encouraged me to put my dress on and gave very thoughtful, personalised advice on the right veil shape and texture. Ordered a bespoke veil from her and absolutely loved it. Whole experience was wonderful, would highly recommend. Thank you Cath!
Cara Lawrence
Aug 07, 2021
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Cath and her mum are the nicest people. I had the best experience with them, they both made me feel really comfortable and put me in loads of dresses they believed would fit my shape. All dresses were beautiful and I found my special dress. They have a great sense of humour and truly made me feel special with no pressure of making decisions. I highly recommend cath, she is fantastic
