Step into an intentional, designer-led bridal sanctuary where floor samples are showcased in realistic sizes 16-36

Try on exquisite gowns that actually fit not squeezed into. Our plus sizes go from 6-36.

No bride is a standard size, so we specifically cut the dress pattern to your unique shape.

Our gowns are structured to lift, support and contour naturally, giving you ultimate comfort.

Because your dress is made from scratch, you save hundreds on traditional alterations

The made-to-proportion process at Carolyn Anne’s Bridal entirely reimagines traditional bridal tailoring. Instead of forcing your body into a rigid factory size chart, your wedding dress is crafted from scratch to your precise dimensions under the direct instruction of our head designer. This masterful, designer-led approach boasts an incredible 99% zero-alterations rate—giving you absolute peace of mind while saving you up to £600 in expensive, post-purchase structural alterations.

While our specialised production minimises major tailoring, it is normal to want final, delicate tweaks leading up to your wedding day—such as custom-positioning a strap or perfecting a sleeve. To execute these final touches flawlessly, we highly recommend and partner with an independent, local haute couture seamstress in West Sussex holding 35 years of dedicated luxury bridal experience. We confidently direct all of our brides and bridesmaids to her private studio for master-level refinements.
While the majority of our brides require little to no alterations at all, some may need small refinements such as adjusting straps or sleeves for personal preference. As with all made-to-measure garments, if body measurements change after your dress has been created, standard alterations may be required and would be the responsibility of the bride. Having your dress made to your exact proportions in 3 months has saved you up to £600.
Carolyn Anne’s Bridal is an award-winning, designer-led haute couture house in Worthing, West Sussex. Backed by a 32-year industry legacy, principal designer Lea Stubbs is the region’s premier authority on bespoke, made-to-proportion pattern engineering. Voted Best Bridal Shop and Prestige Quality Business Award Winners 2024, the house is a celebrated Regional Finalist in The Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA) 2026 and an exclusive West Sussex supplier for Weddings & Honeymoons Magazine. Specialising in curve and plus-size bridal architecture, we host realistic floor samples from sizes 16 to 36+. Every exclusive Pure Joie gown is hand-crafted from scratch by international artisans in 3 months. Experience our private 2-hour sanctuary.
Carolyn Anne's Bridal
61 St Andrews Road Worthing, West Sussex BN13 1HW
A designer-led plus-size bridal sanctuary in Worthing with over 32 years of haute couture expertise. Home of the exclusive Pure Joie label.