We have a waiting list for bride appointments so please complete a appointment booking enquiry as soon as you can so that we can get you on the list and avoid disappointment. It is strictly by appointment only and we can't take any walk in brides that don't have an appointment. Cocoa Couture is a very rare company - a Cheltenham-based couture wedding dress designer turning dreams into reality.
British bridal boutique Cocoa Couture was established in 1970 and has been making brides' dreams come true for the last twenty six years under the creative direction of Cara Wagstaff. Cara's expert skills and vision has seen Cocoa Couture create some of the most beautiful dresses worldwide. At Cocoa Couture it is our ethos that every bride should feel beautiful, happy, comfortable and above all confident on her special day.
Our couture made to measure service allows each and every bride to have her very own dress created allowing her to truly shine and feel her most beautiful on the biggest day of her life, whilst expressing her unique style and personality.
British bridal boutique Cocoa Couture was established in 1970 and has been making brides' dreams come true for the last twenty six years under the creative direction of Cara Wagstaff. Cara's expert skills and vision has seen Cocoa Couture create some of the most beautiful dresses worldwide. At Cocoa Couture it is our ethos that every bride should feel beautiful, happy, comfortable and above all confident on her special day.
Our couture made to measure service allows each and every bride to have her very own dress created allowing her to truly shine and feel her most beautiful on the biggest day of her life, whilst expressing her unique style and personality.
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Cara Wagstaff is the creative force behind bridal boutique Cocoa Couture.
Cara has dressed a generation of women on their special days as well as many other high profile occasions.
Having graduated from Loughborough, under the late Winfred Aldridge, Cara first started out as a visual merchandiser for Richard shops in London, where she travelled the country teaching junior merchandisers how to create visually exciting window displays to entice and excite the public.
Cara then went on to lecture in fashion design alongside owning her own business in the heart of Birmingham, selling antique fabrics and lace; this is where her love for couture bridal began.
Cara has dressed a generation of women on their special days as well as many other high profile occasions.
Having graduated from Loughborough, under the late Winfred Aldridge, Cara first started out as a visual merchandiser for Richard shops in London, where she travelled the country teaching junior merchandisers how to create visually exciting window displays to entice and excite the public.
Cara then went on to lecture in fashion design alongside owning her own business in the heart of Birmingham, selling antique fabrics and lace; this is where her love for couture bridal began.
For the initial consultation, we advice that you book in 6-12 months prior to the wedding date.
Bring along any inspiration images you may have, if you haven't gotten this far into the journey, do not worry, we will help you narrow down your ideas.
We kindly advise that client photography is not permitted unless it is of your commissioned gown.
Bring along any inspiration images you may have, if you haven't gotten this far into the journey, do not worry, we will help you narrow down your ideas.
We kindly advise that client photography is not permitted unless it is of your commissioned gown.
Cocoa Couture working closely with our partner Jocelyn Banks offer a collection of ideas, inspiration and commissions for the mother of the bride and other members of the wedding party.
I started my career in 1988 having studied fashion at Stafford Art College.
Over the passing years my career has taken many twists and turns and has allowed me to develop an extensive knowledge and understanding of design in many different segments of the fashion industry.
I have been lucky enough to have worked with distinguished designers including Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood, as well as several leading designer labels and high street brands.
I started my career in 1988 having studied fashion at Stafford Art College.
Over the passing years my career has taken many twists and turns and has allowed me to develop an extensive knowledge and understanding of design in many different segments of the fashion industry.
I have been lucky enough to have worked with distinguished designers including Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood, as well as several leading designer labels and high street brands.
Rebecca was awarded the South west Photographer of the Year in 2015 by the British Institute of Professional Photographers (BIPP), and has been photographing weddings and other events for over 15 years.
If you are looking for a more personalised feel to your wedding photographs get in touch with Rebecca today to talk through your ideas.
For all Cocoa brides that book Rebecca to photograph their wedding, she will also photograph your dress fittings at Cocoa free of charge.
This service is also available to brides who are not having Rebecca as their wedding photographer which is charged at a rate for an hour which can be spread over several fittings.
If you are looking for a more personalised feel to your wedding photographs get in touch with Rebecca today to talk through your ideas.
For all Cocoa brides that book Rebecca to photograph their wedding, she will also photograph your dress fittings at Cocoa free of charge.
This service is also available to brides who are not having Rebecca as their wedding photographer which is charged at a rate for an hour which can be spread over several fittings.
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