Freya Bridal

New Designers

2011-06-17T06:05:00.000-07:00

After 5 years in business there was one theme that constantly came up from our brides. We love your dresses but they just need a little bit of sparkle. Whilst we can always add a touch of sparkle to a dresses we know that brides do not want to take that risk.

So we spent 18 months searching designers that we felt we would wear at our own weddings and offered that little bit of sparkle. We tried out one but we think that designer went a little bit too far for our simply elegant brides.

Well Im pleased to say I think we have found the designer. Sophia Tolli worked as a designer for Maggie Sottero for some years she has now developed her own label.

Sophia Tolli gowns offer a superb fit and can easily lose you an inch around your waist. They are a fantastic price point and Im sure they will go down well in Freya Bridal.

Sophia's gowns will be instore from July 1st x x x

Cambrie by Donna Salado

2011-06-17T05:49:00.001-07:00

Lauren married in January wearing the beautiful Cambrie gown designed by Donna Salado.

Cambrie by Donna Salado is a silk dupion gown that uses the folds and drapes of the fabric perfectly to create a simple but amazing detail.

Lauren was every bit the Simply Elegant bride dressed by Freya Bridal Designer Gowns Sheffield x x x

Ali By Augusta Jones

2011-06-17T05:36:00.000-07:00

May 21st 2011 Helena married Joe in one of my favourite dresses, Ali by Augusta Jones.

Helena was one of the loveliest brides to work with. She travelled from Manchester to buy her dress from us and I was so pleased she did. The dress flattered her figure perfectly. Im proud she is a Freya Bride.

Ali by Augusta Jones moves away from the popular strapless gowns and even offers something different to on the shoulder straps that are becoming more popular. Im sure you will agree the train is an amazing feature, it adds drama whilst retaining its elegance.

All these images have been provided by Lucy West images.

Another Simply Elegant bride dressed by Freya Bridal Designer Gowns x x

Helena By Johanna Hehir

2011-06-17T05:26:00.000-07:00

Our beautiful bride Helen was married in Cornwall wearing Helena by Johanna Hehir. She could not have chosen a more beautiful dress. Helen lived in Hong Kong so it was exciting working with her and organising fittings/delivery etc.

We were also given the chance to dress her two beautiful bridesmaids. All the fittings where photographed and sent to Helen because of the logistic. I have never dealt with a more relaxed bride to say she was organising it from such a distance.

Im sure you will agree Helen was yet another Simply Elegant bride dressed by Freya Bridal designer gowns x x x x

Amazing Photoshoot

2011-03-16T14:41:00.000-07:00

Well what can I say. Im often asked to participate in various photoshoots but I can safely say I have not enjoyed any as much as I enjoyed the photoshoot organised by Julia from Go Glorious.

I met some truely amazing talent.

Firstly Julia's talent is amazing. Her attention to detail is clear for all to see. It was so professional and amazingly well organised. Brides would be in very safe hands with Julia.

Then there is Jo and Simon for Shoot Photography. AMAZING, you feel instantly at ease and the photos speak for themselves. There are alot of photographers about but these two not only have the talent but have the personalities that put you instantly at ease.

Rachel Edwards is a number I will keep forever. The cakes were amazing just look at the photos. I recommend Rachel to every Freya Bride without fail.

Then there is the mind reading talents of Catherine from Petalis. She has amazing ideas and turned a simple birdcage into an amazing centrepiece hanging from a tree.

To say that this shoot was inspire by Bone China is amazing. Here are just a few photograph to wet your appetite.

Bridalwear for the curvey girl comes to Sheffield.

2011-02-28T06:33:00.001-08:00

For years I have been disappointed with the bridal wear that is out there for girls who are larger than a size 16. It was almost like the industry had forgotten them or assumed that fuller figure brides had a desire to hide their beautiful figures underneath vast amounts of tulle.

Well Im please to say after 5 years of searching we have found a collection that I feel is worthy of becoming part of the Freya Bridal family.

Sonsie is an amazing collection designed by Jason Jennings. It was also the first collection to use a size 20 model in their advertising and publicity shots.

Jason has used his wealth of experience designing David Fielden, where he spent 8 years, to design his Ultimate fit awarding winning gowns.

Sheffield's curvy brides no longer have to avoid beautiful bridal shops in the fear that the consultants will laugh because nothing will fit them.

Not only that but if you keep your eyes peeled we regulary hold evenings where our specialist fitters are avaliable solely to serve our Sonsie brides.

Believe you me these gowns a worth a try. The Ultimate Fit corsetry is amazing and the dresses are so beautiful that Im getting brides who are smaller than a size 18 requesting that I bring them into store in smaller sizes.

The Sonsie collection retails from £700 to £1100 including all alterations.

For an appointment with our specialist Sonsie fitter please call 0114 267 6756

Vintage inspired wedding gowns from Freya Bridal Sheffield.

2011-02-04T11:01:00.000-08:00

The brides who visit our beautiful boutique in Sheffield often tell me they are having a vintage themed wedding. And why not it was such a beautiful and elegant era.

Our recent photoshoot at Whirlowbrook Hall in Sheffield was my inspiration for this article.

In my opinion when choosing a gown it is essential that your gown reflect not only your personal style, but the feel of the venue as well.

Many of our surrounding venues have beautiful grounds and Whirlowbrook Hall was no exception. Brides lucky enough to marry at Whirlowbrook will be able to tie in a vintage theme effortlessly.

To make full use of the venue the majority of the wedding photos will be taken outside. The gowns I have chosen for this particular theme are elegant and simple. It is important that the gown be manageable and not heavy. An understated silhouette is most appropriate for a Whirlowbrook wedding, as you don’t want the gown to detract from the natural beauty and ambience of the surroundings.

Valencia By Johanna Hehir

This gown is for the bride who is going for a slightly more modern and sophisticated look. The embellished belt at the waist adds waist definition and provides a little bit of vintage flair.

Mille by Sassi Holford

This lace fishtail gown designed by Sassi Holford with a key hole back has an understated grace that lends itself perfectly to a vintage soiree held at Whirlowbrook Hall.

Jolie By Augusta Jones
Photographer- Jacqueline Marque

For me this gown has an understated elegance perfect for our vintage theme. Jolie by Augusta Jones has very subtle beading on the neckline and the silhouette is simple enough, that it worked beautifully for our vintage brides.

Ashten by Augusta Jones
Photographer- Matthew J. Wagner

This gown with matching bolero jacket is accented with a silver metallic lace. The ethereal silhouette and the vintage inspired details of the gown, provide a romantic feel with a little embellishment that make it a perfect selection for a Whirlowbrook wedding.

Ashten by Augusta Jones is a Freya Bridal favourite. I think our bride Katie Sedler styled it perfectly for vintage inspired wedding.

If you are planning your own vintage inspired wedding in Sheffield then why not visit Freya Bridal and have a consultation with our staff who will be able to advise you and help you chose your most perfect wedding gown.

(Please note that the opinions expressed in this article are those of the author Freya Bridal Sheffield, and not Whirlowbrook Hall Sheffield)

Holly shows off her bump in a Suzanne Neville Gown

2011-01-11T14:18:00.001-08:00

The new series of Dancing on Ice for 2011 hit our screens last night with a spectacular opening performance by Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean and supporting professional ice skaters. Our favourite hostess Holly Willoughby is frequently seen wearing Suzanne Neville dresses and this year was no disappointment.

Holly Willoughby had joked that she would be covering her pregnancy curves in something baggy, however the pregnant presenter showed off her stunning curves last night presenting Dancing on Ice in a beautiful, custom made Suzanne Neville gown. The Red Messina dress, a silk satin crepe floor length gown, was corseted to compliment her pregnancy curves to the max. Holly Willoughby’s fans tweeted about her gown earlier, with friend Tamzin Outhwaite tweeting, ‘Holly looks amazing on DOI’.

Forever by Suzanne Neville

2011-01-11T14:06:00.000-08:00

The Forever wedding dress by Suzanne Neville is a silk georgette design with a structured corset bodice carrying ruching and a beautifully soft and drapey skirt. It has georgette detailing up onto the neck line for modesty and elegance with hand-made rouleaux loops and covered buttons on the back.

Suzanne Neville created her new collection for the modern bride looking for a perfectly fitted gown in beautiful fabrics, but with a modern and fresh look. Each part of every premier collection gown has been cleverly designed, with plenty of up to the minute detailing, including the backs of the dresses with large tulle bustle bows, plunging key hole cut outs and deep v-cut backs. Pretty creams and coffee lace interspersed the white to add a vintagy charm to many of the premier collection gowns.

Sassi Holford Sheffield - A Designer Profile

2010-12-15T04:43:00.000-08:00

We are the luckiest bridal shop in Sheffield no where else in South Yorkshire stocks the leading English designer, Sassi Holford.

Sassi Holford, creates classic wedding gowns with a contemporary edge. Exquisite lines and sumptuous fabrics echo the bride’s own style, and nothing is spared in the structure and the detail to provide the renowned Holford cut and fit

Although Sassi is constantly designing for her international collections and for her runway shows, Sassi still takes most of her inspiration from her clients: “I love enhancing the female shape. Brides want to walk up the aisle feeling their most beautiful, and the right wedding dress can achieve that. It has to have a little bit of theatre!” Sassi is very much a ‘less is more’ designer letting the flattering lines of her gowns speak for themselves: “Above all else, designing and making wedding gowns has to be a passion, and you must never forget the unique importance of her dress to every bride,” she says. All the gowns are handmade by Sassi’s first-class team in her studios in Somerset; above are best-sellers from Sassi’s ravishing 2011 collection.

The inspiration behind the Collection
Sassi draws her inspiration from all around her: from fashion, textiles and interior design but above all from her brides and her desire to create their dream dress. Sassi has returned to the 1940s for fabrics that are unashamedly romantic, so look out for slipper satin, vintage lace and silk georgette giving that feel of sheer luxury.
The re-emergence of the statement fashion accessory, such as hair pieces and costume jewellery, has been translated by Sassi into feature detailing. She uses belts, bows and tails enhanced by diamanté appliqué and brooches to create the perfect finishing statement. Sweetheart is the key neckline with eye-catching straps and flattering, fitted bodices creating impact. Dramatic skirt shapes are very important: fit with a very full flare, fishtail and ballgown. Fabrics such as silk organza and silk poult are very much about luxurious texture and are being used for layering and delicate draping.

To view this amazing collection contact Freya Bridal Sheffield 0114 267 6756

The Stunning Mercier Dress by Suzanne Neville.

2010-11-24T05:16:00.000-08:00

Rachel married Peter in the beautiful Worcester Cathedral. Rachel could not have chosen a better dress, Mercier by Suzanne Neville, to compliment the Cathedral setting.

Rachel accessorised her dress with a double tier veil and a bespoke brooch designed exclusively for Freya Bridal Sheffield.

Lets not forget the stunning bridesmaids who were lucky enough to wear a teal gown by Jim Hjelm Occasions.

Friday 19th November

2010-11-17T06:39:00.000-08:00

Unfortunately Freya Bridal will be closed on Friday 19th November due to a bereavement.

I apologise for any inconvenience caused

Kind Regards
Emma

Another beautiful Suzanne Neville Bride

2010-10-13T05:30:00.001-07:00

Debra wore Honour by Suzanne Neville. The beautiful silk taffeta and exquiste tailoring flattered Debra perfectly.

Debra and her lovely husband Neill were married at Hodsock Priory a stunning family owned house in the Nottinghamshire countryside. Hodsock Priory is fast becoming a venue of choice for Freya Brides. I have to say that the elegance and simplicity of the Suzanne Neville gowns complement this venue perfectly.

Debra obviously being a lady with an eye for quality and detail chose James Stewart to photograph her special day. She could not have been in safer hands, James has yet again captured some beautifully unique and timeless images.

Thank you Debra for being a simply elegant Freya Bride.

Photography by www.jamesstewartphotography.co.uk

Suzanne Neville

2010-09-20T02:22:00.000-07:00

Kirsty Gallacher Weds in Stunning Spanish Style

Kirsty Gallacher wearing a Suzanne Neville wedding dress marries Rugby hunk Paul Sampson in romantic Andalusia.

Sample Sale

2010-05-26T07:47:00.000-07:00

Freya Bridal is holding a sample sale on June 25th and 26th. Dresses will start from £200.
The sale includes dresses from Tara Keely, Suzanne Neville, Sassi Holford, Stephanie Allin, Justin Alexander and Donna Salado.

A taster of the bargains to come:

Maiden (featured) By Suzanne Neville - RRP £2495 - Sale Price £1600
Manhattan By Suzanne Neville - RRP £1995 - Sale Price £580
Daisy by Sassi Holford - RRP £1725 - Sale Price £895

A full preview list will be available from June 2nd to receive your copy please email info@freyabridal.co.uk.

Thanks
Emma

Holly Willoughby wears a Suzanne Neville Gown

2010-03-26T04:58:00.000-07:00

Holly Willoughby looked fabulous on Dancing on Ice recently, in a stunning, black lace Suzanne Neville gown. The stylish presenter showed off her enviable figure in the fitted gown of dusty pink satin, overlaid with fine black lace and Suzanne Neville's tradmark corsetry showed off Holly's gorgeous, feminine curves.

Easter Opening Hours

2010-03-26T04:53:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter

Freya Bridal will be closed on Thursday April 1st as I will be attending my brothers wedding. In addition we are closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

Saturday appointments are avaliable by prior arrangement.

Groomswear Arriving Soon

2010-03-26T04:49:00.000-07:00

We are please to announce that we are introducing formal suit hire. The suits will be avaliable from April 13th. Please note that appointments are strictly by prior arrangement and will be held in the evenings.

Changes to Trading Hours

2010-03-03T03:37:00.000-08:00

Unfortunately due to a car accident Freya Bridal will be closed today (Wednesday 3rd March) and tomorrow. Normal trading will resume on Friday.

Sorry for any incovenience

Emma

Job Vacancies - Do you love all things Wedding?

2010-02-10T13:28:00.000-08:00

Part time Sales Consultants
Basic: £11,000 plus bonuses (pro rata)

Do you yearn for a more vibrant career? If so a sales position with one of Sheffield’s premier bridal wear companies could be just what you are looking for.
We are looking for two part time sales professionals working 3 or 4 days per week.
Experience in a one to one sales environment is preferable but not essential.
You will work in a consultative customer focused environment offering exceptional customer service. Every bride must be made to feel special and have a once in a lifetime experience. You will have to lead and manage appointments in order to exceed customer expectations.
Full training is given so whether you are from fashion, jewellery or the service industry you can flourish and bloom in our unique sales environment.
You will be able to demonstrate good commercial awareness, possess a natural flair for merchandising and have a good eye for detail.
Flexible and adaptable in your approach to work, you will be tenacious, hard working and reliable. In addition to this you will be a confident communicator and above all you will love all things wedding.
Closing date 26th February 2010. All interviews will be held week commencing 1st March 2010.
Please send your CV and covering letter to Freya Bridal, 27 Rustlings Road, Sheffield, S11 7AA or email info@freyabridal.co.uk.

Freya Bridal Photoshoot

2010-02-10T13:12:00.000-08:00

A huge thank you to Richard from Capture My Life photography. We had a wonderful time and he took some great photographs of gowns by Suzanne Neville, Sassi Holford and Augusta Jones.

The makeup and hair was styled by Polly Jensen. Who in our opinion is one of the best stylist in Sheffield.

Happy Christmas & New Year

2009-12-14T07:49:00.001-08:00

After an eventful 2009 and seeing over a 100 brides getting married in Freya Bridal Gowns we are ready for our Christmas break.

Freya Bridal will be closing on Wednesday 23rd December and re opening on Saturday 2nd January 2010.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Best Wishes
Emma & Zoe

Anna Friel switches on the Christmas lights in a Suzanne Neville Dress

2009-11-30T05:34:00.000-08:00

Anna Friel - dressed in a fondant pink strapless frock with a bow bursting out from the back by Suzanne Neville, flicked the festive switch, wishing the crowd a very merry Christmas as she counted down from ten and Christmas, on Bond Street began.

Suzanne Neville

2009-11-30T05:30:00.000-08:00

Suzanne Neville has worked her magic yet again on X Factor this year. Miss Frank, Lucie Jones and Stacy Solomon were amongst the X Factor contestants who wore stunning, custom made, Suzanne Neville designs.

Johanna Hehir at Freya Bridal

2009-10-15T08:44:00.001-07:00

We are very excited to announce that we are the new Yorkshire stockist of Johanna Hehir gowns.

One of only seven stockists outside of Johanna's london boutique, we are extremely excited about the new collection.

Using only the best and most luxurious fabrics, Johanna designs classicly beautiful gowns with a modern twist in the styling and the cut.

The gowns will be in store around Christmas so keep your diary free.

You can see Johanna's collection at www.johanna-hehir.co.uk

Cx

Suzanne Neville - Empress

2009-10-08T07:17:00.000-07:00

New in this week - the amaaaazing Empress by Suzanne Neville.

If you've tried her gowns on before and loved them, then you really need to see this one! And if you haven't, you definitely need to see this one!

For an appointment please call us on 0114 267 6756.

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Danielle Bux Marries Gary Lineker wearing Suzanne Neville

2009-09-24T03:08:00.000-07:00

Have you seen Hello???

Danielle Bux married Gary Lineker recently and was lucky enough to wear not one, but two Suzanne Neville dresses.

One was a couture original bespoke to Danielle, but the other is a dress called Maiden.

This full lace fishtail dress with the most beautiful straps is a real head turner. And it is currently hanging on our rails, waiting for you to try.

So, if you want the real 'Hello' wedding look, make an appointment and nip down to see us.

Cx

Augusta Jones Trunk Show

2009-07-16T08:29:00.000-07:00

We are very pleased to announce that we have an Augusta Jones trunk show booked for 6th and 7th November.

Augusta Will be sending us their 2010 collection for you to try, and there will be a 10% discount for any dresses ordered that weekend.

For further information or to make an appointment, please call us on 0114 267 6756.

Appointments are advised as these shows do get booked up.

Cx

Suzanne Shaw Marries wearing Sassi Holford

2009-07-10T06:10:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Suzanne Shaw who married Jason King last month wearing Sassi Holford's 'Samantha' dress.

'Samantha' is a wonderfully romantic dress with layers of tulle falling away from a fitted ruched bodice. Suzanne had hers customised with a halter neck strap and sweetheart neckline.

To try on 'Samantha' please contact us on 0114 267 6756. Or to look at the photos go to www.sassiholford.com

Suzanne Neville 2010 Collection

2009-07-10T04:53:00.002-07:00

Earlier this year, we were lucky enough to be invited to the Tower of London for the exclusive launch of the 2010 collection by Suznne Neville.

As if a VIP day out with champagne wasn't enough (we don't get out much) the dresses were sublime!!! If you like Suzanne's dresses, you're in for a treat with this new collection.

The new dresses will be arriving throughout July, August and September. We'll let you know when they're in - watch this space.

If you'd like to know anything about the new season's style or any questions we are, as always, here on email or 0114 267 6756.

Claire
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Congratulations Suzanne Neville

2009-03-20T01:17:00.000-07:00

After a fantastic year designing gowns for X Factor, Alesha Dixon, and Tom Chamber's beautiful bride, we at Freya Bridal are proud to announce that Suzanne has won Bridal Designer of the year 2009.

Congratulations from all at Freya Bridal and our brides who have loved wearing your dresses.

To have the unrivalled experience of wearing a Suzanne Neville gown why not make an appointment? We're on 0114 267 6756.