Forever Forget Me Not

Inspired by Phillipa’s love of the natural world and its delicate blooms, ‘Forever Forget Me Not’ is a very special hand-embellished gown within the ‘Grace’ collection.

Meticulously crafted by hand, the gown is adorned with an abundance of forget-me-not flowers embroidered onto a diaphanous canvas of fine tulle. Using refined, satin-stitch techniques, the hand-embroidery gradually crescendos from the hem, upward, echoing the organic growth of wild blossoms.

This intricate scattering of florals intensifies at the strapless bodice, where larger three-dimensional organza dahlias are interspersed to create depth and texture. Each bloom is delicately overstitched with frosted glass crystals, ivory pearls, and tiny pearlescent seed beads, lending the gown a soft, luminous shimmer.

A specially developed, lightweight Phillipa Lepley corset draws the eye to the waistline, sculpting a refined, feminine silhouette.

Despite its voluminous appearance, the skirt remains light and weightless. During toile mock ups at the Phillipa Lepley Atelier, the structure was refined to create a balance between lightness and volume – carefully developed layer by layer using soft petticoats, airy organza, and fine tulle.

The result is a gown that moves effortlessly and feels weightless to wear – suited to all wedding settings, from grand English stately homes to sun-drenched destination ceremonies.

A true celebration of couture embroidery, meticulously crafted by hand, ‘Forever Forget Me Not’ reflects Phillipa Lepley’s signature approach – timeless, intricate, and unmistakably refined.

As seen styled with an exquisite headpiece by Jess Collett Milliner and jewellery by David Morris Jeweller for the ‘Grace’ collection campaign shoot.