CONTACT USPlanning your big day is a truly exciting time, especially if you’ve opted for a stunning venue like the Midland Hotel for your nuptials. Everyone will agree that finding ‘the dress’ is one of the bride’s most important – but often very tricky – tasks.
Thankfully, there’s no need to travel all the way to the capital for your perfect frock as you’ll discover loads of wedding dress shops in Manchester City Centre catering to every taste and budget. From designer boutiques to quirky stores selling boho-chic ensembles, here’s our pick of the best bridal boutiques in the Northern Powerhouse.
The White Closet
Found in tranquil West Didsbury, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d stepped into a chic Parisian boutique at The White Closet. The stylish bridal shop is known for its beautiful mix of gowns from both popular and independent brands like Charlie Brear, Anna-Kara and Halfpenny London.
Whether you want a classic look or something that’ll stand out as you walk down the aisle, you’re bound to find it at The White Closet. What’s more, the store even serves up tea and cake while you search for your dream dress.
Fairytale Brides
As its name suggests, Fairytale Brides is committed to ensuring every woman who comes through the door feels like a princess with its extensive wedding dress ranges. Admire racks of gorgeous gowns from the likes Justin Alexander, Martina Liana and Essence of Australia, and don’t forget to accessorise your look with a sparkling tiara or pretty veil.
The wedding shop is based in Whitefield and its welcoming showroom features bright and spacious changing rooms with wall-to-wall mirrors so you can view your outfit from every angle.
Stella’s Wedding Dresses
Based on Burton Road in West Didsbury, Stella’s Wedding Dresses is one of longest running wedding shops in Manchester. You’ll be in safe hands with its highly knowledgeable staff who always offer a friendly and utterly bespoke service to every bride-to-be.
Stella’s Wedding Dresses has a huge range of classic and contemporary dresses for both brides and bridesmaids, including many spectacular plus sizes options.
The Case of the Curious Bride
This quirkily named bridal shop in Manchester specialises in vintage-inspired and pre-loved retro wedding dresses that are each crafted to be as unique as their wearer. Based on Marsland Road in Sale, the charmingly decorated shop’s wonderful bridal collection varies from simple silk numbers to elegant lace gowns with affordable price tags.
If you’re after some stunning embellishment, you’ll also find The Case of the Curious Bride sells hair accessories and handbags with intricate detailing and in timeless designs.
Jean Jackson Couture
You’ll need to head into the trendy Northern Quarter to view the utterly fabulous dresses at Jean Jackson Couture. The premium wedding dress shop in Manchester is all about championing the bohemian bride with exciting and current collections from unique designers like Anna Campbell and Rue de Seine.
If you’d rather stay out of the hustle and bustle of the City Centre, you’ll even find a second Jean Jackson Couture in Urmston.