The Harrogate Wedding Lounge

Between Harrogate and Knaresborough, this off the peg boutique is the sister shop of The Harrogate Wedding Lounge. It sells designer ex sample wedding gowns that brides buy and take away on the day, from £399 up to £1500. More than 100 dresses from over 10 designer collections are in stock, including Suzanne Neville, Enzoani, Maggie Sottero, Milla Nova, Jesus Peiro, Justin Alexander and Sassi Holford. Every gown is a sample that has been tried on, so condition varies, and prices reflect age and condition. Sample sizes run from 8 to 18. Each bride gets her own stylist and a 90 minute consultation, and the boutique suits smaller budgets and short timescales. An in-house sewing team offers fittings and alterations.