The Little Pearl Bridal Boutique scoops award

The Little Pearl Bridal Boutique in Pickering has scooped up its third award title of Best Bridal Retailer in Yorkshire and The North East at this year’s The Wedding Industry Awards. Voted for by brides who have visited the boutique, and then rigorously judged by bridal professionals, this award is one of the most prestigious in the wedding industry.
Interior shot of bridal boutique

Owner of the boutique, and mum of three, Diana McMann says, "I'm still on cloud nine! It has been the most challenging 18 months as a small business, going through times of not knowing if we'd have a business at the end of it, to having one of our most successful years yet! I'm so proud of how we have adapted and turned these challenging times into opportunities. I'm thrilled that my team have been recognised for their continued dedication to our brides and for giving them the most amazing bridal experience. We couldn't do any of this without our brides and we are so grateful of their support too. It's an honour to be a part of their special day and it's so heart warming to see wedding days now going ahead and the wedding industry getting back on it's feet. I can't wait for an exciting year ahead, which will see us open an additional fitting room, allowing us to help even more brides on their bridal journey."

The boutique now goes on to compete in the National Finals, held in London on 23rd January, where they will be up against the top seven boutiques in the country.

The Little Pearl really has put the Yorkshire region on the map for customer service excellence within the bridal industry and beyond. They have brides visiting from all over the country, as well as abroad, wanting to be one of their #PearlsGirls! With three prestigious award wins now under their belt, and five other award nominations, it's a testament to any small business owner that with passion and dedication, you really can achieve your business dreams.

The Little Pearl specialises in bridalwear and accessories and prides itself on giving all of their brides an unrivalled, one-to-one, private, bridal experience. Stocking designers that are exclusive to this area, it's a must visit for any bride to be. If you'd like to book an exclusive appointment at the boutique just get in touch with the team at info@thelittlepearlbridalboutique.co.uk, call 01751 798 080 or visit www.thelittlepearlbridalboutique.co.uk. You can also follow them on Instagram via @littlepearlbridal or Facebook via facebook.com/thelittlepearlbridalboutique

The Wedding Industry Awards are the only client-voted regional and national awards in the wedding industry and their judging panel are second to none in their breadth and depth of expertise and experience.

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