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From sweeping wedding gowns to slick suits and rainbows of bridesmaid frocks, Hinckley has an array of shops and businesses to meet all your wedding needs and desires. Amid the town’s thriving independents, there are plenty of offerings to help you to make your perfect day even more special.

Here are some of our stand-out picks for wedding day planning:

It all starts with the rings!

Tom Payne Goldsmiths
As designers and makers of jewellery since 1962, you can create bespoke engagement or wedding rings in this beautiful shop. Or, surprise your other half with a custom design for that big occasion.

JN Jewellery
Offering bespoke designs, you can have jewellery made to your own specifications with help from the experts. Alternatively, if you have beloved heirlooms, you can even have them refashioned into a brand-new design.

Drop by F. Hinds, Goldust or Grace & Co for fantastic service and some beautiful pieces they hold in stock if you'd like something right now!

Dreamy dresses from award winning bridal experts

Dress Me Pretty Bridal Room
This award-winning boutique offers brides the chance to say ‘yes’ to the dress, with a wide range of stunning designer bridal gowns and private 1-2-1 appointments.Thanks to its friendly customer service and wedding know-how, Dress Me Pretty has received hundreds of five-star reviews and has even been featured on BBC Radio. Amy, who runs the boutique, said: “Our brides tell us that we are a must-visit bridal boutique. Due to having such a great choice of dresses, most say there’s no need to shop around. Most of our brides find their dress on their first appointment with us! “Since opening up Dress Me Pretty, it has become a huge part of my life - and you could say that I live and breathe bridal! I’m super passionate and so are my amazing team. We all love to help women look and feel their absolute best! Brides travel from all over the UK to visit us and it blows me away every time!

Ferriss Bridal - Home of Curves
This beautiful, plus-sized boutique allows brides-to-be to celebrate and love their curves - and has plenty of five-star reviews to show for it! Hannah-Jo Ferriss, who owns the boutique, said: “Here at Ferriss Bridal - Home of Curves, we are the only specialist plus size wedding dress boutique in Hinckley and surrounding areas. “We make every bride feel absolutely fabulous with gorgeous dresses and relaxed, fun appointments. Our brides love us so much, we have a 5* review rating. We offer completely private appointments so that the bride and their bridal party, have the whole boutique to themselves, in a friendly, non-rushed atmosphere.

Wed2B
Describing themselves as the “bridal experts”, Wed2B offers brides-to-be the chance to browse for their dream dress with no appointment necessary. You can try on as many dresses as you like and buy off the peg. Alternatively, you can choose four dresses at a time, ready for a one-to-one fitting with a bridal consultant - complete with accessories and a veil.

Pretty Maids All in A Row
Selling rainbows of bridesmaid (and prom and big event) dresses, this brand new boutique opened its doors earlier this year.It offers dresses to suit all tastes and budgets, with new designs hitting the rails each week.1-2-1 appointments are also available for those those want to try on their dresses in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Formal suits and mother-of-the-bride and goom...

Betty Ann's Boutique - Womenswear
Quality ladies fashion from casual wear to evening outfits aimed at 30+ with a FREE alteration service with all purchases.

Hope Boutique - Womenswear and Menswear
Designer clothing store for men and women, selling brands such as Ted Baker, Boss, Lyle and Scott, Fred Perry, Barbour plus many more!

Johnson's - Womenswear and Fabulous Lingerie
Trading for 75 years, you can enjoy excellent customer service and a wealth of knowledge in premium lingerie and ladieswear. Johnson's specialise in bra fitting.

Philip James Menswear
If you’re looking to get suited and booted for your big day, Philip James Menswear is ideal for stylish grooms. Take your pick from a range of suits and shoes to help you look sharp, or you can even hire a morning suit for your special day.

Drop in to any of the above for a warm welcome and a great shopping experience.

Wedding Dresses

And top it all off with flowers, hair and make-up

Blooming Lovely Florist
Create the perfect finishing touch to your big day with stunning floristry by Blooming Lovely. Talented florist and business owner, Donna, believes that, since each wedding is unique, the flowers should be too. She loves hearing about your visions and helping to make them become a reality, so pop in or call the shop to book a no-obligation, free wedding consultation.

Creative Blooms (part of NWSLC)
There are so many different colours, styles and designs available to ensure you have just the right flowers for your big day! Creative Blooms offer a venue design service, from pew ends for church weddings to table centres at receptions. They can also cater to your individual theme and budgets.

LUXE Hair Beauty Bridal
Wedding hair and make-up specialists LUXE offer over 25 years of combined experience in the wedding industry. Brides-to-be can enjoy special bridal trials in the salon - complete with a glass of Prosecco - and even bridal afternoon teas, so they can feel pampered and relaxed as they prepare for the big day.
LUXE also stocks a wide range of bridal hair accessories and offers a one-stop-shop for bridal beauty, including: Teeth whitening, Hair services, Hair shine treatments, Bridal spray tans, Lash and brow treatments, Nails and aesthetics

So, if you are soon to start planning your big day, keep things local and please make Hinckley your first port of call.

Wishing good luck and happiness in your planning and beyond!

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