Belles & Bows Bridal has been part of the Isle of Man bridal scene for more than 20 years, helping brides find the one from our boutique in Castletown.
Rachel opened Belles & Bows in April 2005 after her own experience of wedding dress shopping left her feeling there had to be a more personal, relaxed way to do it. With two small children at the time, she took the leap — and that same belief still sits at the heart of the boutique today.
Every appointment is one-to-one and personal, giving brides the time and space to try different styles, work out what they love and enjoy the experience without pressure. Over the years, we've been lucky enough to be part of hundreds of lovely little moments: nervous brides leaving glowing, mums getting emotional and, of course, that moment when the zip goes up and everyone just knows it's the one!
Our collection includes a variety of silhouettes, fabrics and styles from leading global bridal designers including Mori Lee and Eddy K, alongside veils and accessories.
Rachel and the team travel to the UK's biggest bridal fair in Harrogate each year, as well as Milan, to hand-pick styles from the latest designer collections. It means Isle of Man brides can discover beautiful, current bridal collections right here on the Island, without feeling they have to travel away to find something special.
Our biggest tip is to come with an open mind. The dress you fall in love with might be completely different from the one on your Pinterest board! And don't feel pressured to bring a huge entourage - sometimes too many opinions can make the decision harder.
We can't wait to meet you at the Isle of Man Wedding Show on 18th October. Come and say hello, have a chat and discover what Belles & Bows is all about.