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✨ Bridal Style Recap: Top Wedding Dress Trends of 2025 + What’s Next for 2026 ✨

As we wrap up another year of remarkable bridal fashion, 2025 has been nothing short of inspirational - blending timeless romance with fresh, modern twists. From soft pastels to dramatic silhouettes and flexible bridal designs, this season has truly celebrated individuality and creativity.

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Bridal Trends 2025: Why the Ball Gown Wedding Dress Is Making a Comeback

Why Ball Gown Wedding dresses are trending again?

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Bride Spotlight: Jess takes Etta to Vegas!

Every bride dreams of that magical moment when she finds the dress-and for Jess, it happened at Dotty Bridal. From heartfelt boutique experiences to a fun-filled Vegas wedding, here’s her story.

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Winter Weddings: The Perfect Bridal Gowns, Styling Tips & Dreamy Venues

There’s something truly magical about a winter wedding - the crisp air, twinkling lights, and cozy atmosphere make for an unforgettable celebration. Whether you’re saying “I do” in December or February, the right winter gown and styling will make your day effortlessly beautiful. Here’s Dotty’s guide to the most stunning winter wedding gowns, styling inspiration, and venues that bring your winter wonderland wedding to life.

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Discovering a unique bridal look at Dotty Bridal

There’s something truly thrilling about setting out to find ‘the one’. That wedding dress which feels like it was made just for you. If you’re craving a bridal gown with personality, elegance and a twist of individuality then Dotty Bridal is the place to come!

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Capturing Love Stories: An Interview with West Yorkshire Wedding Photographer, Annie Glazer

Your wedding day is one of the most significant moments in your life — a celebration of love, laughter, and the beginning of a new chapter. Capturing it in a way that feels authentic, timeless, and meaningful is essential. That’s where Annie Glazer, a talented wedding photographer based in West Yorkshire, comes in.

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Introducing MOB — For the Modern Woman Who Owns Her Moment

At Dotty Bridal, we believe every woman deserves to feel extraordinary — and that doesn’t stop with the bride. We’re beyond excited to introduce MOB, our brand-new department created especially for modern women redefining occasion wear. From the Mother of the Bride and Mother of the Groom to the standout wedding guest, MOB is for those who want to look unforgettable and feel unapologetically themselves.

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Poppielli Wedding Stationery

Your wedding stationery is so much more than just paper — it’s the very first glimpse your guests will have into your celebration. It’s where your story begins to unfold, long before the big day itself. At Poppielli, every invitation, save-the-date, and piece of signage is created with that deep sense of meaning in mind — designed to be not only beautiful but personal, timeless, and unforgettable.

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Spotlight on Leanne Galloway Photography

If you’re dreaming of wedding photos that feel romantic, natural, and truly you, then you need to meet Leanne Galloway, a talented wedding photographer based in the picturesque village of Haworth, West Yorkshire.

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From Petals to Prestige: Behind the Blooms with Silvertini Florist

From humble beginnings to headline venues, Silvertini Florist has blossomed into one of Yorkshire’s most sought-after luxury floral brands. We sat down with founder Jessica Smith to talk about how it all began, her favourite moments, and how the Silvertini team supports couples on their wedding journey from first consultation to final bouquet.

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The Timeless Elegance of a Classic Plain Bridal Gown

In the ever-changing world of bridal fashion, one style has never lost its place in the spotlight: the classic plain gown. Stripped back to clean lines and luxurious fabrics, these dresses are proof that less is often more. They’re elegant, sophisticated and, most importantly, timeless. At Dotty Bridal, our collection of understated gowns showcases just how powerful simplicity can be.

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Hand-Drawn Keepsakes: Inside the World of Hephy Studio

In an age dominated by digital content, there’s something irresistibly timeless about a hand-drawn illustration. That’s the magic of Hephy Studio, a creative business that specialises in live wedding illustrations.