TO HAVE AND TO HIRE
What makes your boutique special? “We hire aspirational designer wedding dresses and accessories to brides across the UK and beyond,” says owner Annalisa Jones. “We do this by enlisting the support of private lenders willing to share their outstanding quality dresses, enabling brides-to-be to access the dress of their dreams without any of the associated costs.” Why is your chosen dress – ‘Bluebird’ by Ian Stuart – so cool? “For its pure drama. It’s an absolute showstopper of a dress, a riot of colour and texture, and a modern icon. We love it!” Top tip for brides-to-be looking for their perfect dress? “Be yourself – don’t be influenced by glossy blogs promoting an ideal that isn’t right for you. Think outside the box, don’t be blinkered, consider everything, celebrate your shape and take your time. The right dress is out there waiting for you to discover it.” What’s new? “We’re welcoming bridal boutique Hazaar of London as our newest supplier, and also launching gorgeous new wedding separates from Laure de Sagazan and Israeli designer Julie Vino.” 7-9 The Balcony, Castle Arcade, Cardiff; tohaveandtohire.net
‘Bluebird’ dress by Ian Stuart (UK sizes 10-14), £1,000 for a two-week hire
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