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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: December 2025

Located in Maidstone, Kent, Alta Costura Bride is a beautiful boutique specialising in wedding dresses and gowns. This award-winning shop is run by Alta and her dedicated team of design consultants, who have been helping couples for over 30 years. Together, they provide unparalleled service to soon-to-be-weds. The friendly and artistic staff will be able to help you find your dream dress for your special day in an environment that is welcoming and luxurious. Couples will find designer labels from Maggie Sottero, Mori Lee, Sophia Tolli, Phoenix Gowns, and more at this prestigious boutique. If you are ready to find your ideal gown for your momentous occasion, Alta Costura Bride would love to help.

Services Offered

The team at Alta Costura Bride strive to provide a serene atmosphere for weds-to-be, so clients can feel comfortable browsing and trying on all kinds of gowns. They also offer a vast range of sizes, including a gorgoeus Curvy Collection so brides can find their perfect fit. Renowned for their customer care, the stylists will endeavour to bring your vision to life, ensuring you are completely satisfied with your look.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Sale of wedding dresses
Sale of wedding accessories
Sale of gowns for maid of honour, bridesmaid, flower girls...
Advice on beauty and style

What services do you offer?

Sale of dresses for bridesmaids
Sale of wedding dresses
Sale of wedding accessories
Image and style advice

How far in advance should I contact you?

Our wedding dresses take around 4 to 6 months to be made and arrive in the shop. If your wedding is sooner, don’t worry, we can still provide you with a dress!

Do you have an outlet section?

Yes

Do you have an outlet section?

Yes

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes

What is the style of your designs?

Glamour
Modern
Princess
Romantic

What kind of accessories do you offer?

Jewellery
Veils
Shawls
Headdresses, hats and hair accessories

How do you work?

Step 1 - Book an appointment Step 2 - A member of our lovely team will assist you in finding your dream dress Step 3 - Say 'YES' to the dress Step 4 - We finalise paperwork and order your dress!

Operating hours:

We are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday's 9am-5pm. We are also open the last Sunday of every month from 10am till 5pm

What are the forms of payment?

We accept payments by credit or debit card. You usually pay 50% of the dress cost up front, and the balance when the dress arrives in the shop. We also offer payment plans (0% interest)

Served in

East Sussex, Essex and Kent

Designers

Wedding Dresses:

Justin Alexander, Silhouette

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Reviews for Alta Costura Bride

Abi
Abi Sent on 25/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful wedding dress shop

I highly recommend Alta Costura for your wedding dress shop! The dresses are absolutely beautiful the shop is light, bright and spotless. The perfect place to pick your wedding dress! The wedding dress assistants are very helpful in understanding what you like and don’t like about dresses and then providing different options that are similar to what you like. Huge thank you to Alta Costura and the team for helping me pick the wedding dress of my dreams. The dress in the photo is Charis
Maria
Maria Sent on 09/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Felt really special!

Lucy made us feel really welcome and was present at all appointments. She was keen to understand what styles I had already tried on at other shops and what I liked/disliked.

I had my own private area to try on dresses and I did not feel rushed at all during the appointment. I ended up really liking Maggie Sottero as the dresses had great structure and were stunning - especially as I could add a glitter layer into my dress. Once I'd picked "the one", I went back a couple of weeks later for a second fitting and also tried some accessories with it. I felt like a million dollars in the dress so ordered it.

Once the dress arrived, I collected it and did some minor alterations with a seamstress, I dropped it back at the shop for aisle ready service whereby it was steamed and stored ready for my wedding day. I picked it up the day before the wedding en route to the venue which was really handy!

Will be taking my dress back soon to be cleaned and boxed with their service to capture the memory for years to come.

Thank you Alta Costura and especially Lucy for a great experience and for helping me find my dream dress 👗 😍
Jasmin
Jasmin Sent on 19/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Encouraging, friendly and relaxed - and I found my dream dress

I went to several bridal boutiques before Alta Costura and just did not find a dress that I loved. I began thinking that the whole 'you just know' advice I heard from everyone did not apply to me. But Jo at Alta Costura was a wizard; 3 out of the 5 dresses she picked out for me were ones I absolutely adored. Even then, there was no pressure to make a decision right then and there, and I came back after I'd chosen my dream dress. I am disabled too and everyone at Alta Costura did not mind a bit and was so wonderfully kind and encouraging. I had the best time, and cannot wait to wear my dress on our wedding day.
K
Kristi Sent on 16/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Shop around

I got married in December last year and found my dream dress in January 2025. Jess was the lovely lady who helped me, and she was absolutely amazing from start to finish. She instantly understood my style and somehow just knew exactly what I would love. She made the whole experience feel so special and stress-free.

All of the staff went above and beyond to make sure my dress was absolutely perfect. Their attention to detail, care, and genuine kindness made such a difference. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and I’m so grateful for everything they did to make me feel incredible on my big day.

Highly recommend! 💍✨
Helen
Helen Sent on 22/12/2025
4 out of 5 rating

The Dream Bridal Shop

Jessica and Tracy go out of there way to help you find and fit your dream dress.

Jessica helped me to say yes to the dress listening to the styles, fabrics, colours etc that I wanted and not pushing an alternative as some sales persons would. The team were respectful of my budget and wishes at all times.

Tracy is a miracle worker seamstress, again so friendly. Her proffessional advice on the timings to get my dress fitted and how to do it was spot on - listen to the team, they know what they're doing!
SarahandLewis
Sarahandlewis Sent on 10/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!!!

I went to get my dress in June 2025, I had the lovely Jo as my advisor and I can not fault her at all, I am an anxious person & was very nervous on the day. Jo gave me advice and help when needed & was just amazing! She knew I'd found my dress before my brain even realised I had! All the staff are just excellent & really helpful. I HIGHLY recommend this store you will feel relaxed and at ease.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 10/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

I found my dress 👰🏼

Can’t recommend the ladies here enough. So easy to book an appointment and so welcoming. I took my bridesmaids along to my appointment and they were very accommodating of us.

I got to try on a range of dresses to see what I did and didn’t like. I had Sarah look after me at my appointment and she got out three dresses and before I had even seen them properly I knew my dress was there. I had an idea of what I wanted but couldn’t find it. Sarah knew exactly what I wanted and managed to find it.

The whole process of ordering you dress is made so easy and the ladies keep you informed along the way would 100% recommend going to these ladies to find your dress



Chloe
Chloe Sent on 09/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best in the business!

As a plus size bride, I was nervous at the idea of being in a white dress, convinced there wouldn’t be a dress that would fit me that I liked. My best friend recommended Alta Costura and I’m so glad she did. I was made to feel comfortable, beautiful in my own skin, there were so many options door me to choose from, no dress was off limits, I was given a real confidence boost. Finding ‘THE DRESS’ was an experience I’d relive again everyday if I could. My consultant didn’t rush me, I was given as much time as I needed, I enjoyed going to every appointment because you’re made to feel beautiful. The ladies who work there really know their stuff, they know what dresses will suit if you’re unsure, they know the drill. You won’t find better. I went to two other shops and came straight back to Alta because the customer service, the way you feel as a customer, was unmatched. Daphne, the seamstress, is absolutely fantastic at her job, she knows a wedding dress and I’d recommend her to anybody. The range of dresses come in every size, there’s no ‘yours and theirs’ for sizes. I tried a range of dresses, and felt amazing in every one.
Plus size brides, and all brides, really should go to Alta. I promise you, it’ll be the best decision of your life.
Robyn
Robyn Sent on 28/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Magical Experience from Start to Finish!

I had the most wonderful experience at Alta Costura Bride! The girls were so lovely and welcoming, making the whole process enjoyable and exciting from start to finish. They were so patient and helpful, really listening to what I wanted and offering great advice along the way. The dress I ended up choosing was absolutely magical, I truly felt like a princess on my wedding day!

I can’t thank the team enough for making the experience so special. Highly recommended to any bride-to-be!
K
Karly Sent on 29/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

I contacted Alta Costura after my original dress (from another shop) was never ordered so never arrived! I had less than 12 weeks until my wedding and I was in a panic! They were incredible theb1st dress the pulled for me was better than my old dress and better than I could ever have imagined! I felt like a princess. The customer service was incredible nothing was too much for them and the seamstress worked tirelessly to get my dress finished on time and It was perfect! I cant thank you enough!
Holly
Holly Sent on 29/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding dress

I had chosen my dress from Alta Costura in maidstone. There was so much to chose from and I tried on so many dresses with the help of Jo, she was very patient with me and told me what she thought looked good. After 8 dresses I found the one I loved. Even when I had my doubts about my dress the ladies in Alta were very comforting and told me it is normal to change your mind!. Again lol. Daphne the seamstress made my dress a vision of beauty and I couldn't wait to wear it. I'm so in love with my dress and I can't wait to wear it on our 10 year renewals. My daughter has also stated she wants it for her wedding dress one day!. Love to all the ladies at Alta
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Amy Sent on 04/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing shop, make you feel so special and valued

Honestly couldn’t have had a better appointment. I had previous tried another shop in connected to this one and was dreading trying on dresses the ladies were so friendly and warm. They made me feel at ease, went through everything and made the whole experience so wonderful. I said “yes” to my dress and I couldn’t have been happier! I found them at a wedding fair a week ago and best decision I ever made going today! I can’t thankyou all enough for the whole experience
J
Jade Sent on 16/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing experience

Would 10 out of 10 recommend this wedding dress shop. From start to finish I felt comfortable and they talked me through everything. At the end I found my dream dress and stunned everyone on the day!
Leigh
Leigh Sent on 09/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An honest and professional boutique

Alta Costura were very professional. They liaised with the dress maker and ensured I received a quality product for the big day. I would definitely recommend this boutique, as they were very honest and I felt valued as a customer.
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Megan Sent on 06/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning dress!

Would definitely recommend for your wedding dress. Felt very welcome every time I went in for alterations or to pick up accessories. So many choices to choose from and no pressure to buy there and then.
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29 High Street ME14 1JF Maidstone (Kent)

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