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When you say the word “gothic,” people often assume it describes one fixed look—jet-black everything, heavy eyeliner, corsets, and dramatic lace. But those of us who grew up with nu-metal soundtracks, late-night Kerrang! sessions, mosh pits, eyeliner smudges, and a love for anything beautifully macabre know the truth: “gothic” is an umbrella, not a uniform. … Read more “The Gothic Wedding Dress That Truly Reflects Your Dark Spirit”

A bespoke wedding dress is what dreams are made of! While not every gown must strictly bear some form of decoration, nothing thrills me more as a designer, than creating gowns that do bear some unique embellishment! Such delightful details are a feast for the eyes and can also be cleverly used to flatter any … Read more “6 Embellishments That Make A Bespoke Wedding Dress So Special”

If you’re a bride who is blessed with a larger bust, you may be daunted by the prospect of bridalwear shopping. How to find the perfect wedding dress that will accommodate, support and flatter your glorious assets, without incurring costly alterations? These tips have all the answers, so read on! How to Carry a Large … Read more “Essential bridalwear tips for large busted brides”

My recent Gothic Forest Wedding shoot in Bedfordshire actually stemmed from a happy mistake, a surge of stepping into my own dark side and wanting to create something jaw-dropping with a small budget. Let me walk you through it. My fabric supplier had erroneously sent me crushed taffeta in a rich royal blue instead of … Read more “A Gothic Forest Wedding Shoot in Bedfordshire”

I am a big fan of the home counties wedding venues. If you’re based in or around London and looking for a more rural wedding venue, consider the home counties, which include Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Kent, Surrey, Essex, and Hertfordshire—all bordering the capital. These locations offer the perfect balance of picturesque settings and proximity to … Read more “My Favourite Home Counties Wedding Venues”

What screams opulence, drama and splendour better than the iconic 17th century Queen, Marie Antoinette? Ashleigh from Ashleigh Jay Embroidery got in touch with me via DM on Instagram, asking if I’d be interested in using some of her embroideries for an upcoming project. We met in a café in Ampthill, where she dazzled me … Read more “Marie Antoinette Inspired Buckinghamshire Wedding Shoot”

Are you looking for alternative wedding dress ideas? Alternative brides come in different forms. I’ve had mature brides and second-time brides, who know what suits them in terms of colour or silhouette and have zero interest in going into a bridal store. They bear no tattoos, nor piercings, but still rank as outliers to the … Read more “5 Alternative Wedding Dress Ideas”

When alternative wedding planner Rachel posted in a professional wedding group that she and Holly were putting together a gothic styled shoot at Fanhams Hall in Hertfordshire, I knew I had to be involved. Gothic luxe is a look that I really love, and I was excited by the team of suppliers that were jumping … Read more “Gothic Luxe Wedding in Hertfordshire”

The Quirky Wedding Fayre For Unconventional Couples! As someone who was deeply embedded in the alternative scene from the 90s through the noughties, my heart has always aligned with those who defy the ordinary and think outside the box. This passion was re-ignited and I got the same surge of excitement at the Quirky Wedding … Read more “The Quirky Wedding Fayre for Unconventional Couples”

Are you looking for a black wedding dress to wear on your special day? If you have started the search you may have noticed by now that most bridal retailers don’t stock what you are looking for – so what are your options? Here at Caroline Versallion Bridal I want you to understand why you … Read more “5 Reasons to Choose a Bespoke Black Wedding Dress”

Even if like me, you don’t follow trends slavishly, making well-informed wedding planning decisions makes it worth considering them, just to see if there are any ideas amongst them for you to bend to your own taste. Here are my top 6 favourite wedding trends……

If you’re thinking about ordering a bespoke wedding dress with me, it’s a good idea to get a feel of the steps we’ll take and how long the process will be so you can be well prepared and avoid last-minute stress.

Wedding Dress regret is just the worst feeling that will affect your confidence and memories of the day. Here are my tips on how to avoid it!

Yes it is possible to have a city wedding that is traffic-stopping and romantic! I recently joined a talented group of British wedding suppliers in London, to explore two different kinds of wedding style! If you are planning a city wedding, take a look at how my Valentina and Aurora bridal gowns each bestowed a … Read more “A dreamy wedding at St Pauls Cathedral.”

I am going to share 8 places to take inspiration for your bespoke wedding dress.

You’ve bought your wedding dress for a bargain price, but now need to have it altered. Where do you even begin to find someone reliable, trustworthy and skilled enough to unpick the most expensive garment you’ve ever bought?

What is a wedding colour palette? Why do you need it? How do you create one that is personal to your wedding? Read on for some great tips!

Gothic wedding planning is much trickier than just ordering everything in black. Here are some ideas that the sophisticated bride mustn’t miss!

Ok, so you’ve got the ring and you’re in your newly engaged haze! While it’s lovely to enjoy that, you are well aware of the mammoth task ahead of you. But before you jump into the rabbit-hole that is the internet for wedding-related ideas, I strongly suggest you do some valuable reconnaissance at the wedding shows!

The modern bride will be well aware of the negative impacts of fast-fashion on the planet. This applies too to bridal fashion, arguably more so. Here I have some information and advice on how you can enjoy the virtue of a sustainable wedding dress!