vendor reviews: gowns: bridal & more

Ingersoll gown shop staffed with expertise, wide selection and clientele from as far away as Toronto

Reviewing Pauline Henhawke and Susan Keburis, Owners & Seamstresses, Sew Stylish Wedding Works

We sat down with Pauline Henhawke and Susan Keburis, owners of Sew Stylish, surrounded by an incredible selection of gowns of all styles and sizes. Minutes into our interview, we understood why brides from as far away as Toronto are drawn to these two warm and knowledgeable women. Sew Stylish is found minutes away from London in the heart of Ingersoll, and is known for offering something more than just another retail gown shop. Pauline and Susan have a personal philosophy that they adhere to day-by-day in the running of their shop, "Wedding gown shopping can be and... click for more

Mom & Daughter turn a century home into an elegant Exeter gown shop

Reviewing Wilma & Tara Truemner, Owners of Bridal Elegance

Staff at The Ring has had the pleasure of working with Bridal Elegance and their brides for over three years, and we've never failed to be impressed by the buzz that seems to surround the Bridal Elegance name. We hooked up with this mother-daughter fashion team to find out what it is that makes their gown shop so different from others - and why brides don't just like them, they become lifelong fans. So, after spending quality time with these fabulous ladies, we think we’ve discovered the secret to their success: Wilma and Tara don't try to make you into someone new. Instead, they help you find the gowns, shoes and accessories that show off how beautiful... click for more

Local online boutique offers raw silk & couture designs for the little ones

One of The Ring's most exciting and unique finds to date has got to be Petite Parfait. Owner and Designer Erika Mills offers brides the best in bridal couture style for the smallest members of their wedding party. From luxurious flower girl gowns to baby boy tuxedos and christening attire, Erika uses raw silk to create fabulous custom-made gowns, little boy attire and bridal accessories. Erika and her team create each item based on the measurements of your little girls or boys. You can choose from several different sleeve, sash and colour options for gowns which are clearly laid out on her website. In addition to dresses, Petite Parfait also offers rosebud wreaths, hair buds, ribbon rose carriers and ring pillows. And for the little gentlemen in your party, she can make vests... click for more