Since starting Glamour & Grace over 6 years ago, I have always been really passionate about supporting small business in the wedding industry. That is especially true for wedding dress designers. I know when I was planning my wedding, I thought the only options out there were what ads were in the magazines and what the local bridal shop offered. Thankfully, the internet and blogs have helped change this a little bit, but there are so many amazingly talented designers that still go unrecognized. While going to a bridal salon is great to be able to have that ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ experience, you end up missing out on the refreshing and unique gowns of independent designers. They are creating some gorgeous pieces that you won’t see in the magazines or shops, but will give you a gown that is handmade custom for you, often at a fraction of the cost of big name designers. I’ve rounded up 7 of some of my favorite handmade designers that I know you will fall head over heels for. Please check them out and consider going with an independent designer to help create the wedding dress of your dreams!
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I’m in love with the romantic designs of Jillian Fellers. Her vintage inspired cuts make for dreamy silhouettes in luxurious silks and lace. The off the shoulder gowns are my absolute favorite!
With soft flowing tulles and romantic laces, Ca’Rousel Bridal makes gowns that are the thing of dreams. I love how they aren’t afraid to play with colors and textures to create truly unique one of a kind pieces.
If you love that laid back, bohemian feel, Dreamers & Lovers is the designer for you. They specialize in lace gowns that are bound to get the boho bride in you excited.
It doesn’t get more feminine and romantic than the designs of Rava Avis. With delicate hand-beaded detailing and floating-on-clouds like skirts, it is really hard not to fall in love with these gowns!
Rebecca Schoneveld’s designs have a timeless and elegant quality that makes them easy to fall for. With flattering cuts and tons of ways to customize, your dream dress is only a few clicks away!
Inspired by Russia’s history of ballet, Milamira Bridal creates soft and feminine gowns that are utterly swoon-worthy. If you want something light and romantic, you need to check them out!
To get a unique and customized look, you will love Lace and Liberty. They create bridal separates so you can mix and match to design the wedding dress you’ve always wanted.
What do you think? Which designer is your favorite? Hopefully you’ve found some you love and I’ve helped inspire you to look beyond the store to find the gown of your dreams!
