Frequently Asked Questions
When should I buy my wedding dress?
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Every wedding is different, but we advise brides to start looking for your dress around 12 months in advance. This gives you plenty of time to look at all the options there are available for brides, allowing you to choose the perfect dress for you.
Gowns typically take 6 months to arrive in store, and alterations generally require 8 weeks. However, designers are able to offer a quick delivery at an extra cost, so if your wedding is within 6 months we are always able to help if you'd prefer a made-to-order dress. Alternatively, we have a great selection of off-the-peg dresses available for you to take home today!​
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What makes Lily Francis Bridal different?
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At Lily Francis Bridal all we aim to do is make brides feel blooding amazing on their wedding day! From the minute you walk in the door of our Huntingdon boutique, we just want you to feel relaxed and comfortable - a safe, judgement-free, no pressure space to just try on some gorgeous gowns! We know weddings are expensive, so that's why, from the minute we opened, we vowed to not sell a single dress over £1500. We'll never put you in a dress and make you fall in love with something over your budget. We will find you a dress, within budget, that you look bloody amazing in! We're your biggest fans from day one, will listen to what you're looking for, and help you find the most perfect dress for you! Promising to make your bridal journey easy and stress-free - Girl, we've got you!
Do I need an appointment to try on wedding dresses?
Yes! Lily Francis Bridal is proud to be an appointment-only service, allowing you to visit our shop with your family and friends and feel comfortable in your environment. Appointment-only bookings allow us to provide you with the personal, attentive service that you deserve when making such an important decision!
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What should I bring to my bridal appointment?
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Good vibes and good knickers only!
We want your experience to be fun and filled with laughter, so only bring your best people along! We also advise to wear some nude, seamless underwear if possible to give you the best idea of how you're going to look in your wedding dress. Funky socks are welcomed! No need to bring along shoes, as we have a great selection at The Shoe Lounge for you to try.
If you have an idea of the style dress you'd like, you can bring along some inspo pics, but don't worry if not. Just bring an open mind and we'll get you looking AMAZING!
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What sizes are your sample dresses?
We have a wide range of sample dresses, starting from a UK8, going up to UK24 and beyond. Bridal sizing tends to be slightly different, so don’t be deterred if you have to go up or down a size. It is rare that any bride will fit perfectly into a sample dress, so we have plenty of options to make our sample dresses bigger or smaller so you can get a clear vision of how you will look in it. If you’re worried about the sizing or selection, then please get in touch and we can discuss this with you.
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How and when do I pay for my wedding dress?
For made-to-order wedding dresses, we require a 50% deposit at the point of ordering and then the remaining balance is not due until your dress arrives into the boutique, which is around 16 weeks later. Please be aware that we are not able to offer refunds or exchanges and that all sales are therefore final. Please note that off-the-peg, sample sale gowns, accessories and veils must be paid in full at the time of ordering.
Do you provide a fitting service?
There isn't a dedicated seamstress that works at Lily Francis Bridal, but we are able to provide brides with a list of seamstresses in the local area who you can contact directly. We often advise to book your dates for the fitting as soon as you have found your dress. Seamstresses get so booked up, particularly during busy months, If you already have a seamstress in mind to work on your dress, that is perfectly ok too!
Do you have parking?
Of course, right outside the door! And it's free!
Where abouts is your shop?
We are based just outside Brampton, Huntingdon. Two days before your appointment, you will get emailed directions so we're nice and easy to find!