Satin is a beautiful fabric that is perfect for your wedding day. It has become one of our most popular Bridal Fabrics due to its glossy and shiny appearance that really stands out. Satin is a great fabric not only for your wedding dress but your bridesmaid dresses too. Here at Calico Laine we stock a large range of different...
It is very important choosing the right fabric for your perfect day. Fabric on your wedding day is not only for your dress but you need to include Bridal Fabrics for the bridesmaids, the groom, the grooms men and also the bridal accessories like table decorations. Theres a lot to think about and here at Calico Laine we sell a...
When you are dressing for a big occasion such as a family wedding, it can be difficult to find a balance between a glamorous piece that you would wear for a night out and a subtle, classy outfit which is suitable for a formal ceremony, even a church service. As we all know, there are certain rules that apply when...
When you are planning a wedding ceremony, inspiration for your ideal Bridal Fabrics and perfect style of gown is all around you. For some, you will have been harbouring an image of your ideal wedding dress for decades, possibly since the first time you saw you favourite Disney Princess tie the knot, or when you cried buckets watching Scott and...
When choosing a bridal gown, there is endless inspiration available for brides to be including websites, wedding magazines and wedding fayres and the choice of designs and Bridal Fabrics on display can become a little daunting. With so many beautiful designs available it can be a little overwhelming and with your bridal gown being one of the most important aspects of...
Now the bride has chosen her style of gown and has settled on her perfect bridal fabric it is time to think about how she will dress her maids. The bridesmaids are an integral part of not only the wedding celebration itself but are a source of friendship and support to the bride in the lead up to the big...
Contrary to popular belief, not all little girls dream of a big white wedding. Brides who have always been a bit of a tom boy or who appreciate alternative fashions, may not feel comfortable walking down the aisle in a big, fluffy white gown that would not look out of place on a Disney Princess! While a girls wedding is...
With the cost of your perfect wedding day and honeymoon continuing to rise, many couples are choosing to combine the two by marrying abroad. Couples may choose to marry away from home for a number of reasons not least that it is impossible to guarantee the weather in the UK regardless of what month you choose to marry. Many couples...
For many a modern day bride, tradition is still an important aspect of their wedding day and for those brides who have dreamed of a big, white wedding the ideal place for their nuptials is often their local church. Particularly for brides who have connections with their local parish or wish to marry in the same place as their parents...
Now the party season is over and Christmas is a distant memory, many of our clients are turning their thoughts to the upcoming wedding season. Whether you are a bride to be or a professional dressmaker working on a very special commission, our extensive range of stunning Bridal Fabrics will be everything you need for the perfect bridal gown and...