At Ella May London, we guide brides-to-be from sketch to aisle.
From consultation to design and fittings, we create distinctive bespoke wedding dresses.
About
ELLA MAY
About
ELLA MAY
Ella May London creates bespoke wedding dresses designed as a true extension of the bride. Each dress is crafted around the individual, bringing together her favourite elements of style and detail to create something entirely personal.
Designed from my Notting Hill Gate studio, every dress is sketched live with the bride and evolves through a series of fittings, allowing the design to be draped, refined, and shaped directly on her. The process is relaxed, collaborative, and supportive - built on trust, instinct, and craftsmanship.
With a background in couture, my approach combines precision and timeless construction with versatility. Many designs feature interchangeable elements and can be adapted after the wedding - dyed, shortened, or reworked, so they can be worn and loved again!
Featured Sample
THE STELLA
Featured Sample
THE STELLA
Crafted in silk satin, this high-waisted mini dress features long ribbons that tie at the neck, finished with bespoke delicate droplet embellishments. The dress was created with bespoke Ella May London glass beads, creating a soft, light-catching texture throughout.
the
PROCESS
stage one
THE CONSULTATION
stage two
THE DESIGN
STAGE THREE
THE FITTINGS
STAGE FOUR
THE AISLE
STAGE FIVE
EVERLASTING DRESS
our
BRIDES
our
BRIDES
Explore our collection of previous brides, read about their Ella May London experience, and see how their individual gowns were created. While each design is as unique as the next, we strive to ensure that all our brides walk down the aisle with the same grace and confidence.
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REVIEWS
"I wanted to say a huge thank you for designing my dream dress and veil!
It was just the most beautiful and comfortable thing to wear. You really managed to create something incredible that felt so "me". I loved how the dress totally transformed into something else for the evening too. I’m so pleased we decided to do the veil. I loved the drama of it and hope that I can pass it down to future generations.
You were all so lovely to work with throughout the process; the perfect balance of calm, knowledgeable, and patient.
Thank you so much again. You guys truly are the best!"
IONA
"Working with Ella May and her endlessly talented team was a true highlight of my wedding preparations.
I came to Ella May after trying on what felt like hundreds of dresses, and she so patiently and effortlessly brought together all the bits I loved to create the perfect dress.
Care and attention go into every single detail with Ella May, and no more so than the final collection and preparation - collecting my wedding dress was an experience I will never ever forget. In true fashion, so beautifully presented with nothing left to chance to ensure it was perfectly wrapped and ready for me to step into on the big day.
Ella May's vision and the skill of her and her team is unmatched.
They are true professionals but also a total joy to work with - simply nothing is too much trouble - and I couldn't recommend more highly!"
STEPHANIE
"Creating a dress with Ella May is the most magical experience. I had no idea what I wanted for my wedding dress before our first meeting, and I was a little overwhelmed at the prospect of figuring it out.
I loved having my fittings at her Notting Hill studio. It is gorgeous and has the most relaxing atmosphere. The whole Ella May London team are a total dream to work with. I couldn't have loved the process more. I felt heard and supported the whole way through, and the dress that came out of it was truly the wedding dress of my dreams — and felt completely me.
Thank you both so much for everything — it truly was the most magical experience, I want to do it all over again!!"
AMADEA
"Working with Ella May was an absolute dream from start to finish.
Before finding Ella May, I’d visited a number of bridal shops and tried on countless dresses in so many different styles. I found the whole thing quite overwhelming, and no matter what I tried, nothing felt completely right.
Ella May listened to what I'd liked and disliked about other dresses and we decided on a style. I'm really indecisive but Ella May kept me focused while listening to my ideas throughout the process.
I'm now having the column dress dyed so it can be worn again and again which I'm very excited about! x"
MOLLY
"From as early as I can remember, I was the kind of little girl who would spend hours on the living room floor, pasting magazine cuttings into scrapbooks and dreaming about what my wedding dress would look like. I only wish I could go back and show my seven-year-old self what she would one day create with Ella May London.
The whole process felt nothing short of magical. Choosing the fabrics, seeing the first version come to life, refining every detail and watching it all evolve — it was so special. It felt like taking a piece of my heart, shaping it into something beautiful, and making it the centrepiece of the happiest day of my life.
Ella May and her team are true experts in their craft. They have such a natural eye for detail, movement and harmony in a dress — something that can only come from years of experience, passion and care. They were so excited to bring my ideas to life, while also being honest and thoughtful whenever something needed refining."
MICHAELA
"Oh my goodness! Ella May London was the most incredible experience I could ever have imagined. The whole process was sensational and such a highlight of the wedding planning journey. Ella May is truly amazing at what she does, and I always looked forward to my fittings with her and her fabulous team. The team was wonderful, and between them and Ella May they immediately understood exactly what I had in mind.
If you choose Ella May London, all I can say is: lucky, lucky you. You will be in the absolute best hands and have the most fabulous experience."
NANCY
"What an absolute honour it was to work with Ella May! From our very first meeting, I entered the design process with only a hope to incorporate fabric from my mother’s wedding dress into my own. With extraordinary care and intuition, Ella May guided me through every step, from the earliest sketches and fabric selection to the final creation. What she created was nothing short of a work of art, far exceeding anything I could have hoped for. Every single detail Ella May created, felt considered and intentional.
Ella May and her exceptional team were an absolute joy to work with; I loved visiting her in her gorgeous studio. I am beyond grateful to have worn such a special piece on my day, and this dress is one I will treasure for years to come."
KIRAN
"Ella May took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and translated all of my inspiration into a dress that was completely unique.
One of my favourite details was the embroidered sun and stars, which was Ella May's suggestion. It was such a subtle but meaningful touch, and it tied in perfectly with our summer solstice wedding. Fergus also had a large embroidered star and two smaller stars on his jacket instead of a traditional buttonhole flower, which was a lovely way to connect our outfits.
Ella May and Georgie were a joy to work with from start to finish. They made the whole experience feel personal, collaborative, and genuinely exciting, and I couldn't recommend them more highly."
ELEANOR
"Each wedding dress has its own language, and Ella May’s gift is being able to understand that language within moments. She has this rare talent for creating something that feels completely bespoke and truly personal to you."
MARA
"The entire experience from start to finish was truly incredible. I live abroad and was flying in for fittings. Ella May was so accommodating, always working around my tight schedule with great flexibility. From visiting the fabric shop together to the final fitting, every step felt special and seamless."
FIFI
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