Dana Dallal launches debut bridal collection

This spring sees the launch of an exciting new name in bridal design, Dana Dallal, whose couture collection is both contemporary and affordable. One of the key features of Dana's creations is her modern and directional approach to wedding dresses, which is unlike any of the styles seen on the bridal catwalks.

Fashion forward wedding dresses

Canadian-born Dana brings over 6 years’ experience in a range of of luxurious London labels such as Roland Mouret, Mary Katrantzou and Kurt Geiger. Her interest for bridal design was spurred whilst shopping for her own wedding outfit. 

"When I was looking for a wedding dress, I had a really hard time finding something that was to my taste, well made and within my budget. There are some beautiful bridal collections available in London at a reasonable cost but I just couldn’t find something modern and fashion conscious so that’s what I set out to do," explains Dana.

Beauty in every detail

With prices starting at £950, her styles include high necklines with lace features, fluted or fitted sheer organza sleeves with beading and metallic details across the front of dresses. The designs are produced in the UK using high quality and luxurious materials, to create modern and skillfully-cut wedding dresses. 

Dana's designs use geometric cuts on the bodice with mesh inserts and classic spaghetti straps, with a unique twist of water marks clouding the trains with colour.  Other details include lace in irregular patterns and printed fabrics giving a feminine look with a sharp edge, the colour pallet is classic neutral with hints of pale blue and dusky pink.

"A Dana Dallal bride is a contemporary woman who loves to dance and isn’t afraid to kick her heels off! Layered and fussy dresses just won’t work for her wild abandon when she decides to have fun. She doesn’t fit into a box, she loves fashion and wants a dress as individual as herself, outlines Dana. 

You can view Dana's collection live at the highly anticipated A Most Curious Wedding Fair, at the Truman Brewery in London, on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th March. 

For more wedding dress inspiration, check out our features on Vicky Rowe's and Amanda Wyatt's collections. 

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Dana Dallal Bridal

W: http://www.danadallalbridal.com/

Clearwell Castle - a picturesque wedding setting

Clearwell Castle, in Gloucestershire, is without a doubt the ultimate romantic wedding destination. If your dream is to be king and queen for the day, then you need to visit this beautiful historic setting on Sunday, 24th January for the open day event.

Located in the Forest of Dean and within close proximity to the Cotswold, Clearwell Castle makes the perfect venue for a grand wedding celebration. In 2015, it underwent a series of refurbishments including the complete refurbishment of the Cellar Bar, which now offers a modern and vibrant space to dance the night away, and adding a majestic gold aisle carpet to the Ballroom.

In addition, 2016 will see the complete refurbishment of the Baynham Suite, one of 15 luxury bedrooms available for the night of your wedding. Offering a picturesque alternative for summertime nuptials, the Wedding Gazebo can host an outside ceremony overlooking the Castle. 

Booking a visit is easy -- contact 01594 832 320 to arrange a suitable time for a chance to meet the team and discuss your wedding options. 

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Clearwell Castle
Address: Clearwell, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire GL16 8LG
T: 01594 832 320
E: info@clearwell-castle.co.uk
W: www.countryhouseweddings.co.uk/gloucestershire-clearwell-castle/

Miscellaneous Monday: Wedding Event at Eastwood Park

Feeling slightly more rested this Monday? Then what better way to start the week than with a bit of wedding planning? Make the most of the extra day off to start searching for the perfect venue for your special day. Before arranging any viewings though, make sure you book your tickets to the Eastwood Park ‘open house’ event on Tuesday 9th September 2014 between 6pm and 8pm. 

Proud owner of the ‘Best Wedding Venue in Bristol & Somerset 2014’ title, Eastwood Park has a lot to offer newly engaged couples – gorgeous grounds, a magnificent country house, beautiful bridal suits and plenty of guest accommodation.

This exquisite South West venue is opening its doors to visitors for an extra special wedding event. With a wealth of wedding suppliers on hand and a spectacular firework display, you and your fiancé will be spoiled for choice. Tickets are free of charge, but you need to register in advance by contacting the weddings team on 01454 262818.

Held in conjunction with the Wedding Wishing Well Foundation, all proceeds and donations will be given to the charity. The Wedding Wishing Well Foundation is a charity that helps organise weddings for those suffering from terminal life-limiting illnesses. Find out more details by reading our previous post and visiting www.eastwoodpark.co.uk and www.weddingwishingwell.org.uk.

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Eastwood Park

Falfield, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 8DA

W: www.eastwoodpark.co.uk

T:01454 262818

You're invited to Eastwood Park

Brides and grooms-to-be, this invitation is for you! What better way to kick-start your wedding planning than with a sneaky peak inside one of the finest West Country wedding venues?  

Eastwood Park, winner of ‘Best Wedding Venue in Bristol & Somerset 2014’, is holding an ‘open house’ event on Tuesday 9th September 2014 between 6pm and 8pm. 

  

You can experience this stunning country house at Eastwood Park, just near Thornbury and not far from junction 14 of the M5, in all its glory to see whether it’s right for your wedding.You’ll be able to see the function suites fully laid out for a wedding, together with a wide selection of displays from local wedding suppliers. You’ll be welcome to savour the warm, inviting atmosphere of the magnificent country house with bridal suite and bedrooms, nestling in 200 acres of grounds and formal gardens, in the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside.

It’s an ideal opportunity to see the delightful drawing room prepared for a civil ceremony and the Eastwood terrace suite laid out for a wedding breakfast. The team will be on hand to show you round and answer any questions or queries you may have regarding your special day.

Tempted? Perhaps this will persuade you to pop this date in your diary: there will also be a delicious hog roast and spectacular firework finale at 7.45 pm too - not to be missed! Entrance to the event is free, but you will need to register your tickets in advance by contacting the weddings team on 01454 262818.

All proceeds and donations raised from the event will be donated to the Wedding Wishing Well Foundation, a charity that helps organise weddings for those suffering from terminal life-limiting illnesses. 

For further information visit  www.eastwoodpark.co.uk and www.weddingwishingwell.org.uk, find them on Facebook, and don’t forget to book your ticket by calling 01454 262818!

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