ELU Designs

The Bespoke Journey

From a conversation to a keepsake.

Most commissions take four to six weeks. This is what happens between our first conversation and the day we pack your veil.

Consultation

I.

The consultation

The first consultation takes about 45 minutes, either in our studio in Lincolnshire, England or by video. There is no fee or obligation. Bring photos of your dress and venue, or just an idea you have not quite pinned down. We will talk about how the day will look and feel.

Week one

II.

The design

Next, we draw the veil against your dress: its length, tulle, edge and placement. If you want initials, a date or a line of your vows, we work them into the drawing. We only start cutting once you are happy with it.

Weeks one to two

Design and embroidery detail
Hand-finishing

III.

The making

We cut, stitch and embellish your veil by hand in Lincolnshire, England. Pearls are knotted, crystals are placed and embroidery is worked one stitch at a time. We send photographs while we work, and you can visit the studio if you would like to.

Weeks two to five

IV.

The keepsake

We press your finished veil, wrap it in tissue and pack it with a care note. After the wedding, we can shorten or frame it, or help you store it for someone else to wear.

Week six

Bride on her wedding day

“The veil arrived with our vows embroidered along the hem. I cried before I had even lifted it from the box.”

Charlotte, married in Stamford

Meet us in Lincolnshire, England or by video for a private consultation.

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