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So you have gone shopping, tried on multiple dresses, multiple styles and there is that one dress that has ticked all the boxes, you’re 99% there, but something is stopping you saying ‘Yes’ but you're not sure what ... Could it just be the fear of saying yes?



Fear of saying ‘Yes’ is something we see so often and we get it, it’s a big decision! But here are our few things to consider if you think you may have found the one, but don’t know how you know!


  • Do you feel amazing in it?

  • Do you love looking at yourself in it, even if it’s not your size?

  • It is okay if you would want to make small changes, adding sleeves, straps, modesty strips etc. This is just your way of making it yours!

  • It’s okay NOT to bust into tears!! (We not all like Say Yes to the Dress brides!!)

  • If you just want to put it back on, you can’t stop thinking about it or comparing it to others, good chance that’s ‘The One’!

Lastly, it is okay to want to cement it by going to another shop, but don’t go shopping for something that you have already found because this can start to make unnecessary stress. If you do need to cement it, our advice would be; find a shop that really might have something that are looking for and if ‘The Dress’ is still on your mind, then don’t put it off, book back in and seal the deal. Even if it feels like you have a long time till your big day, remember time flies, and the excitement of putting your dress on again never goes away!






At Vicki’s we like to leave the alterations to the professionals, so we have a list of lovely seamstresses that can work their magic on your dress once you have it collected it from us. This allows you to make sure you are working with the right seamstress for you and your needs. We always recommend getting in touch with your seamstress either once you have ordered your dress or once you have collected, depending on your timescale. Seamstresses do get booked up quickly, especially in the height of seasons, so being on their books 8-10 weeks before your wedding is ideal.


Let’s talk alterations… So it’s more than likely that your dress will need some sort of alteration, even if you have had your closest size ordered. The most common alterations are normally a bust and hem. All our dresses come in an extra long length because you can take it up but you can’t add it on! And obviously busts come in all spaces and sizes so you want to make sure it fits you perfectly.


Here's a little introduction to our recommended Fairy Godmothers!😉 ...


Bridal Alterations

Katherine has her own home studio based in Heathfield. She has years of experience, so you will be in safe hands.

@bridalalterationsheathfield



The Wedding Dress Surgeon

Nikki has her own studio based at her home in Maidstone, with over 20 years of experience within the bridal industry. As a professional seamstress and gown technicians, she has altered hundreds of bridal, bridesmaids and flower girls dresses.

@bridalalterationsmaidstone


By Lauren Elizabeth

Lauren has her own studio based at her home in Faversham, where she can do all your fittings. She has a wealth of experience in bridal, so you will be well looked after.

orders@bylaurenelizabeth.com


These are ladies are just our recommendations, as we ourselves used to alter sample dresses and speak to on a regular basis. Our brides do not have to use them, we just recommend making sure whoever they use that they have bridal experience because it really is another world!


If you require any more information please do not hesitate to contact us.

We are so excited to welcome IJ AVENUE Jewellery pop-up shop to Vicki’s Bridals Boutique, offering Every day and Bridal Jewellery.



Loving, designed and created in London home studio of the lovely Iwona Jarosik. From a young age Iwona had dreamed of creating beautiful jewellery for women and when she moved to London she decided to take the plunge, quit her job as a Project Manager and bring IJ AVENUE to life.


IJ AVENUE offers beautiful pieces made from freshwater pearls which are gold filled/plated, designed to make the wearer feel empowered on every occasion. Displayed in beautiful packaging, perfect for a gift. Over the years, not only has she finished the bridal look off for brides all over the world but she has also been featured in Bride Magazine and Country Wedding Magazine.

All the pearls are carefully selected, offering brides a One of a Kind piece for their wedding day and something to treasure for years to come.






Megan and I are so in love with IJ AVENUE’s collection and just know it is going to be the perfect finishing touch for our brides, whether they are going for a relaxed Kelsey Rose or a chic Ellis Bridals dress.


Freshwater peals symbolise purity, harmony and humility. What better symbol for the start of your life together.









Jewellery designed for every AVENUE in your life!

Browse our IJ AVENUE collection in our store in Tenterden, Kent or view her full range on their website or Instagram.


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