Frequently asked questions

We recommend beginning your bridal journey around 12 months before your wedding. Lead times vary depending on the design route you choose – Couture, Bespoke or Made To Order. If your timeline is shorter, we will always do our best to accommodate your circumstances wherever possible.

Our exquisite couture wedding dresses are meticulously crafted in the Phillipa Lepley Atelier in London by a small, expert team of seamstresses, pattern cutters and embellishers.

Our sample gowns typically range from UK sizes 6–18. However, your Phillipa Lepley dress will be precisely crafted to your individual measurements so we can accommodate any size.

Phillipa Lepley gowns are available exclusively at our Chelsea shop. Appointments to try the collection take place at: 48 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London.

Couture fittings take place Monday to Friday, 10:00am–6:00pm in the Phillipa Lepley Conservatory, located at 46 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London (adjacent to the Shop).

Yes. We are honoured to work with clients both in the UK and around the world. Our expert team is well-versed in guiding you through each step of your couture journey, ensuring you have an exceptional experience. If you are interested in learning more about our international service, please contact us.

Yes. Designing a luxury wedding dress with Phillipa Lepley is a joyous and highly creative affair. If you would like to discuss our bespoke service, please contact us.

Yes; we are renowned for our expertise in creating bespoke details. Whether an embroidered initial, special symbol or a unique design for the whole dress, our team works closely with each client to deliver their dream. Brides can also work with our designers to craft a bespoke wedding veil.

Sample gowns are available to purchase throughout the year and are also offered at exclusive Sample Sale events held twice annually, where dresses are available at significant reductions. If you’d like to view available samples or join the waiting list for the next event, please contact us.

Yes. Phillipa Lepley is renowned for extraordinary couture designs for any occasion: luxury black-tie evening dresses, elegant mother-of-the-bride ensembles, bespoke bridesmaid dresses and exquisite wedding guest attire, as well as spectacular ‘second dresses’ for brides, from chic Registry Office outfits and rehearsal dinner dresses to evening dancing dresses and elegant pieces for the following day’s celebrations.

Whilst we usually request around four months to create a couture eveningwear design, the timeframe is specific to each client. Your Couture Consultant will discuss your requirements with you and offer guidance on a bespoke schedule.

All of our couture eveningwear designs are meticulously crafted in the Phillipa Lepley Atelier in London by a small, expert team of seamstresses, pattern cutters and embellishers.

Our dresses are tailored to individual body measurements and we can accommodate any size. Each design is precisely hand-crafted to fit you and only you; multiple fittings ensure a flawless fit.

Yes. We are honoured to work with clients both in the UK and around the world. Our expert team is well-versed in guiding you through each step of your couture journey, ensuring an exceptional experience. If you are interested in learning more about our international service, please contact us.

Yes – our bespoke service offers the flexibility to create a completely unique design, crafted exclusively for you. If you would like to discuss our bespoke service, please contact us.

Sample eveningwear pieces are available to purchase throughout the year and are also offered at our exclusive Eveningwear Archive Sample Sale, held once annually. During this event, selected luxury designs are available at significant reductions. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list for the next event, please contact us and a member of our team will be in touch.