Wedding Dress Shops Near Me In Kent

We’ve listed some of our favourite Kent-based bridal boutiques, and to make your wedding dress hunt easier – we’ve organised some of our favourite Kent bridal boutiques into some helpful categories.  Good luck with your search, and enjoy!

FOR THE BEST BOUTIQUE FEEL IN KENT

Shopping for your wedding dress in a boutique setting adds a touch of magic and intimacy to the entire experience. Unlike larger options, boutique bridal shops often provide a more personalised and attentive service. An intimate, welcoming atmosphere where all focus is on you- the bride-to-be, and your VIP guests. Independent bridal boutiques will offer a carefully curated selection of gowns, creating a sense of exclusivity, making the bride-to-be feel truly special.

Bridal Boutique at Chilham offers all of the above and more.

Located in a pretty little village nestled between Canterbury and Ashford in Kent, the dreamy Chilham Bridal Boutique stocks dresses from Madi Lane, Justin Alexander, Essense of Australia, Wona Concept, Paloma Blanca, Dando of London and many more.  Brides love the boutique feel and extensive range of over 120 ex-sample, off the rail dresses- all at affordable prices with significant money savings.

Brides-to-be who visit will have full exclusive use of the boutique to enjoy with her VIP guests. So you can feel completely at ease, and any nerves will quickly disappear in the comfort of their welcoming and relaxing space.

The friendly and experience team of Bridal Stylists will guide you through their stunning collection, promising a total no pressure or pushy environment. Owner Carly has had the boutique for over 12 years and understands how brides can feel overwhelmed in some of the larger bridal shops, where dresses can all start to look the same. Shopping in a smaller boutique will feel different. “Sometimes a bride has visited a handful of boutiques and tried on lots of lovely dresses, but nothing has quite given her the feeling she’s been waiting for. That’s often when I encourage her to come and see us. Our collection is always changing, and because we specialise in ex-display dresses, we often have gowns that brides simply haven’t seen elsewhere. I love that moment when someone tries on a dress and realises, ‘This is different, this is IT’.”

If its a boutique feel your after, we can also recommend Bridal Boutique of Jules in Deal, Kent. This multi award-winning boutique offers a real boutique feel and first-class customer service. Here you can expect expert guidance, styling advice and support from lovely owner Jeska throughout your wedding dress journey at this quirky and eclectic seaside bridal boutique.

Another must visit bridal shop to visit is Vicki’s Bridal in Tenterden. Run by sister team Megan and Hannah. They offer personal appointments in a relaxing and welcoming environment, where you can browse through their collection of beautiful bridal dresses from the best British designers.

FOR THE CHEAPEST WEDDING DRESSES

Looking for an off-the-peg bridal boutique can be a savvy and economical approach for brides-to-be who are watching their wedding budget. These unique stores specialise in selling ex-sample dresses that have been used for try-ons and display purposes. This means that you can snag a stunning designer gown at a fraction of its original cost. Ex-sample dresses are typically well-maintained and in excellent condition, offering brides an opportunity to wear a high-quality gown without breaking the bank.

If you are a bride on a budget, head to Ruby Frances over in Minister, Thanet. Sisters Katie and Sophie offer ex-sample gowns at a fraction of their original cost, starting from £199 going up to £999. So if you want to spend under £1000 on your dress- this bridal shop would be a great place to visit. They also offer a wide range of sizing from 6-24. Accessories can also be purchased here at very affordable prices- with veils from £50, bridal headpieces from £40 and belts as little as £20.

Brides Dresses Revisited is situated over in Otford, Kent and is another bridal shop offering its customers significant money savings. Here they pride themselves in offering the finest second-hand designer wedding dresses, over 120 in total, all under one roof. Pricing of dresses is more varied here, you can grab under £1000 bargains, right through to some more budget blowing options over £3000. So it’s probably worth checking out their website before you visit, to make sure they have dresses available at the price point you are happy to spend.

And finally, a bridal boutique we mentioned previously, Bridal Boutique at Chilham is another Kent based off-the-peg specialist. Similar to those mentioned above, here you can get yourself an absolute bargain designer wedding dress off the rail.

Here you will find all the most desirable bridal styles and designers. All their dresses are priced £800 – £1500, and all have amazing money savings- you can save yourself hundreds if not thousands!

Owner Carly explains, ““Buying an off-the-peg wedding dress can take away so much of the waiting and uncertainty that often comes with ordering a gown. Once you’ve found the dress you love, it’s yours- you can take it home that same day and start picturing yourself wearing it on your wedding day. It also means brides can wear a designer dress at a fraction of its original price. I think there’s something really lovely about giving a beautiful sample dress the wedding day it was always meant to have, rather than letting it sit on a rail or eventually go to waste.”

FOR PLUS SIZE BRIDES IN KENT

Plus-size wedding dress shopping has evolved to offer an empowering and inclusive experience for brides of all shapes and sizes. Bridal boutiques and designers now recognize the importance of catering to diverse body types, ensuring that every bride finds a dress that makes her feel confident and beautiful on her special day.

Beautiful in Curves specialises exclusively in plus-size designer dresses, and boasts a diverse collection of sought-after styles. Their curated collections not only embody the latest fashion trends but are also affordable, ensuring that every bride can find her dream dress without compromising on style or budget. Beyond aesthetics, these dresses prioritise internal support, ensuring curvy brides feel not only beautiful but also comfortable, confident, and ready to celebrate their special day. Owner Zoe has decades of experience in bridal and an in-depth understanding of dress construction to help you find the perfect silhouette, fit and style.

Visit Alta Costura Bride in Maidstone and check out their ‘Curvy Collection’, gowns that are size 20+. The friendly team help nervous plus size brides find their dream dresses day-in-day-out.

Victoria Grace Bridal in central Canterbury, Kent is a stockist of the award-winning EveryBody/EveryBride by Essense of Australia bridal designs, offering up to size 34.  EveryBody/EveryBride is more than a plus size collection. Every dress has been meticulously designed and skilfully crafted, prioritizing comfort in every silhouette to ensure the most flattering fit for the wearer.

FOR BRIDAL BOUTIQUES OPEN ON A SUNDAY

Opting to go wedding dress shopping on a Sunday can offer several advantages for brides-to-be. This day of the week can be particularly convenient for brides with busy schedules, providing a dedicated time to focus on finding the perfect dress without the rush or weekday stress.

Here is our roundup of bridal shops near you which offer Sunday appointments:

• Bridal Boutique at Chilham, Kent
• Wedding World, Folkestone, Kent
• Alta Costura, Maidstone Kent
• Victoria Grace, Canterbury, Kent
• Amore Bridal, Canterbury, Kent
• Chislehurst Bridal, Kent
• Wed2Be, Ashford, Kent
• Twenty-Two Bridal, Canterbury, Kent

FOR HIGH END, BIG BUDGET WEDDING DRESSES

If budget isn’t your biggest consideration and you’re dreaming of a high-end, lux designer wedding dress, Kent has some fantastic bridal boutiques to explore. From established British designers to contemporary international labels, these are some of the places worth knowing about if you’re looking for a gown with a bigger price tag and plenty of WOW factor.

Amore Brides in Canterbury is home to a collection of prestigious designers, including Suzanne Neville, Pronovias and Enzoani and must be on your list of boutiques to visit if your budget stretches to £5,000.

The Pantiles Bride in Royal Tunbridge Wells is home to a number of sought-after and increasingly viral designer labels, including Halfpenny London and Freda Bennet, alongside names such as Pronovias and Elysian Bridal. Their collection is aimed at the modern bride looking for something fashion-forward while still feeling unmistakably bridal.

For brides looking for something a little less traditional, Dress Dreams in Tunbridge Wells is well worth a visit. Their collection focuses on contemporary, fashion-forward designers and includes names such as Milla Nova, Wona Concept, Viero Bridal, Ricca Sposa, Zavana Couture and Mariana Hardwick. With designs that are more unusual and distinctive, it’s a great option for brides looking for something they won’t see everywhere else.

Twenty-Two Bridal in Canterbury offers a collection of high-end designers including Marquise Bridal, Oksana Mukha and Wona Concept, with dresses ranging from £1,500 to £6,500.

And don’t overlook Bridal Boutique at Chilham if you’re searching for a high-end designer gown but don’t necessarily want to pay the original designer price. This boutique regularly receives sought-after sample dresses from designers such as Mariana Hardwick, Ricca Sposa, Wona Concept, Milla Nova and Viero Bridal, alongside many other big-name designers. As every gown is sold off-the-peg, the dress you fall in love with is the dress you take home, often at a fraction of its original price.

FOR DESIGNER WEDDING DRESSES

If you’ve fallen in love with the idea of wearing a designer wedding dress, there are some fantastic bridal shops across Kent where you can explore the latest collections from some of the biggest names in bridalwear. Official stockists such as Amore Brides in Canterbury, The Pantiles Bride in Royal Tunbridge Wells and Dress Dreams also in Tunbridge Wells offer brides the chance to view a wide selection of gowns from designers including Sassi Holford, Suzanne Neville, Pronovias, Halfpenny London, Enzoani and Milla Nova.

But there is another way to find a designer dress.

Think of Bridal Boutique at Chilham as a hidden treasure chest of designer wedding dresses. Rather than carrying complete collections from individual designers, their rails are filled with ex-display sample gowns from some of the most sought-after names in bridalwear. You might discover a Pronovias gown one visit, a Wona Concept or Mariana Hardwick the next, alongside names such as Essense of Australia, Milla Nova, Justin Alexander, Paloma Blanca and many more.

And because these are sample dresses that have already been made, there is no waiting months for your gown to be produced. Find the one that makes you stop, look in the mirror and think “this is my dress”, and you can take it home with you that very same day.

These aren’t lesser versions of designer dresses. They are genuine designer gowns, offered off-the-peg at a fraction of their original price.

So if the thought of wearing a designer dress makes your heart skip a beat, but the original price makes you think twice, perhaps there’s another option.

BRIDAL SHOPS THAT CATER FOR BRIDESMAIDS TOO

Bridesmaid dress shopping is a chance for the bride and her bridal party to come together, share laughter, and explore all the styles and colours available. So you may want to tie in shopping for your bride tribe along with your dress.

Grab the girls and head over to The Kent Wedding Centre in Folkestone, described as the “one-stop destination for everything you need on your wedding day.”  Besides stocking over 200 beautiful wedding gowns, the company sells a range of bridesmaid dresses. You’ll find frocks in over 80 colours from sizes 2 -28. They also cater for child bridesmaids and flower girls.

Vicki’s Bridal in Tenterden has a wonderful bridesmaid collection, with pricing starting at £95 to £135. Exclusively offering multiway and wrap style dresses. Whether you picture a cohesive palette of soft pastels or a lively burst of colours, their diverse range of hues is certain to inspire.

FOR A FUN DAY OUT

If you plan to turn wedding dress shopping into a full day out, we recommend visiting Canterbury. This beautiful, historic City is a popular tourist location with fantastic shopping, restaurants, bars and cafes.

We recommend booking two appointments per day (one in the morning, a break for lunch and one in the afternoon).

Take your pick from these bridal boutiques located in Canterbury:

• Amore Brides
• Victoria Grace Bridal
• Twenty Two Bridal
• Bridal Boutique at Chilham

FOR KENT BASED BESPOKE, MADE TO MEASURE DRESSES

Story Of My Dress is a contemporary bridal boutique in Kent, creating wedding dresses and bespoke bridalwear for modern brides across Kent, London and the South East. From simple satin gowns and contemporary bridal separates to detachable sleeves and completely bespoke designs, their collection is designed with individuality in mind.

Every gown and bridal separate is designed and handmade in their Kent studio, with each bride offered a private appointment tailored around her ideas, style and vision. Designs can be personalised to create something that feels truly your own, making Story Of My Dress an appealing choice for brides who want a wedding outfit created specifically for them.

FOR THE LARGEST BRIDAL COLLECTION

Amore Brides in Canterbury is proud to be Kent’s largest boutique and has over 300 gowns by iconic bridalwear designers such as Pen Liv, Pronovias and Enzoani.

FOR ASIAN KENT BRIDES

Visit Annaika in Gravesend, Kent. The shop creates bespoke bridal wear for Asian brides and offers ready-to-wear pieces in store too.

FOR BUYING GOWNS OFF THE RAIL IN KENT

Most bridal stores follow the traditional business model: they order in sample dresses for brides try on, then the chosen dress is ordered in from the designer (this process usually takes several months).

But what if you need a dress quickly? The following boutiques allow you to try on dresses and take them home on the day of purchase:

• Bridal Boutique at Chilham. Here you will find ex-sample dresses in the latest styles and from the UK’s most loved bridalwear designers. These dresses have not been worn on a wedding day, or altered- they have just been the ‘try on’ dress in a bridal store.
• Brides Dresses Revisited. Offering the finest second-hand designer wedding dresses for you to buy and take home the same day.
• Ruby Frances. Perfect for lower budget off the rail dresses that you can walk away with the same day as trying on.

FOR SECONDHAND OR PRE-LOVED DRESSES

Opting to buy a pre-loved wedding dress comes with several notable advantages. Firstly, cost-effectiveness is a key benefit, as these dresses are typically priced significantly lower than their original retail value. This allows budget-conscious brides to access high-quality designer gowns without compromising on style.

Additionally, purchasing a pre-loved dress contributes to sustainable and eco-friendly practices, reducing the environmental impact associated with the production of new wedding dresses.

Finally, the uniqueness of these dresses adds a special touch, as brides can discover dresses that tell a story and contribute to a personalised and meaningful wedding experience.

If you are specifically looking for a second-hand wedding dress then you must visit Brides Dresses Revisited in Otford, Kent.

FOR MOTHERS OF THE BRIDE

Dress shopping for the mother of the bride is a significant and special aspect of wedding preparations. It’s an opportunity for the mother to find an outfit that complements the wedding theme and showcases her style.

Many boutiques offer a range of elegant and age-appropriate options, from classic silhouettes to more contemporary designs. Coordination with the bride’s chosen colour palette is often considered, ensuring a harmonious overall look for the wedding party.

The experience of dress shopping for the mother of the bride is a chance to celebrate her role in the wedding and find an ensemble that not only reflects her personality but also makes her feel confident and poised for the important day ahead.

Whilst many now opt for department stores such as House of Fraser and John Lewis and popular high street chains like Coast, Monsoon, Wallis and Hobbs, there are alternative options.

Beautiful in Curves is situated in Ashford and offers a lovely collection of Mother of the Bride, and Groom outfits. They offer a large range of by Kevan Jon, Gino Cerruti and Veromia, in sizes 12 to 34.

Our final recommendation would be a trip over to the Kent Wedding Centre. With so many dresses, suits with dresses and jackets to choose from- prices starting from just £99 and a wide range of sizes starting from 8 up to 26.