Abbey Bridal is a new bridal boutique in the heart of Selby, North Yorkshire. Launched and run by husband and wife team Luke and Jessica earlier this year, the team has always had a passion for all things wedding having worked in the bridal industry before, Jessica also has a degree in textile design from The Arts University, Bournemouth.
Opening officially on September 9th, early exclusive appointments are available from August 26th! What's more, to celebrate the start of summer, the boutique is running a discount offer: £100 off your dream dress for all teachers and school workers who book an appointment between august 26th and september 2nd.
Abbey Bridal is a modern bridal store with a chic, cosy interior and a space where every woman can be their authentic selves. With more than 100 dresses ready to try on (in sizes 8-28) including a beautiful range of bridesmaids and flowergirl dresses too, designers include Romantica Of Devon, Sophia Tolli, Allure Bridals, Richard Designs and Emma Bridals.
"We're also extremely excited to introduce our very own bridal collection: Westminster by Abbey Bridal," shares Jessica. "We had our fair share of bad luck last year after I was diagnosed with breast cancer, aged 28. My second daughter was just four days old when I got the news. When I mentioned to Luke that I would love to open my own bridal boutique one day, we thought, why not just do it now! So here we are. We're extremely excited to open our doors to welcome all of our lovely new brides and make all of their wedding dress dreams come true.
Abbey Bridal Ltd 07972 927 953 | www.abbeybridal.co.uk | jessica@abbeybridal.co.uk
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