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We caught up with Boutique Brides' owner Deb Parsons, to find out how her and her team have been managing during the current crisis...
Deb says, "We've been overwhelmed how our Spring and Summer brides have managed during this extremely difficult time. Their wedding plans have been put on hold and in many cases postponed until next year.
"The brides have put family and safety first despite the huge disappointment of having to wait fo the day they have been dreaming of for months and years.
"We've worked together with our brides and had open communication channels for any help, advice and support that they have needed. We are currently working on a re -opening plan that will be personalised to each bride with the key factor being safety for all.
"We have many ideas to discuss individually, to help create the magical experience when the bride finds her perfect dress but also adhering to the guidelines to help to keep everyone and their families safe.
"We've opened a priority waiting list for new brides wanting to book in which has been really popular and before we have a definitive date to open we will be contacting them to discuss their personal needs.
"The wedding industry is very emotional and it has been severely impacted by this situation. Together we will all help to create dreams with creativity, sensitivity and care."
Find out more about Boutique Brides at www.boutiquebrides.co.uk
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