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On Hitched.co.uk since 2026

Last update: September 2026

Joanna Bell, a Hampshire-based bespoke wedding dress designer, understands the significance of your wedding dress. She collaborates closely to realise your vision, using the finest fabrics and laces to create stunning, comfortable gowns. Her alteration services ensure a perfect fit on your special day. With Joanna Bell, you'll look and feel radiant on your wedding day.

Joanna Bell: Crafting Unique Bridal Dreams

Joanna Bell, based in the New Forest/ Hampshire, UK, is a wedding dress designer and maker. Her bespoke gowns are meticulously handcrafted to the highest standards, tailored to your unique silhouette and vision.

From classic ballgowns to ethereal A-lines and chic separates, Joanna's dresses are made with luxurious fabrics and intricate details. She collaborates closely with you, ensuring your gown perfectly reflects your personality and complements your wedding aesthetic.

Beyond bespoke creations, Joanna Bell also provides expert alterations and restorations. With a focus on attention to detail, she expertly adjusts off-the-rack dresses or inherited heirlooms to fit flawlessly.

Exceptional service is paramount at Joanna Bell. She listens attentively to your dreams, ideas, and concerns, ensuring a positive and memorable experience.

Joanna is committed to sustainability. She uses eco-friendly practices and sources environmentally friendly fabrics and materials. Choose Joanna and ensure your dream dress is as beautiful as it is ethical.

Entrust the creation or alteration of your wedding gown to Joanna Bell. Her unwavering dedication to craftsmanship, exceptional service, and sustainable practices will help you embody your bridal vision and make your wedding day unforgettable.

Joanna bell is a wedding dress boutique and alteration service based in
Fordingbridge, Hampshire.

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Woman-owned

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Sale of wedding dresses
Design and manufacture of bridal dresses
Sale of wedding accessories
Design and manufacture of bridal accessories
Sale of gowns for maid of honour, bridesmaid, flower girls...
Design and manufacture of outfits for bridesmaids, maid of honor...

What services do you offer?

Sale of evening dresses
Design and manufacture of evening dresses
Sale of dresses for bridesmaids
Sale of dresses for mother of the bride
Design and manufacture of dresses for mother of the bride
Sale of wedding dresses
Design and manufacture of wedding dresses
Design and manufacture of wedding accessories
Image and style advice

How far in advance should I contact you?

As soon as you can but I am very flexible

Do you have an outlet section?

No

Do you have an outlet section?

No

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes

What is the style of your designs?

Glamour
Modern
Original
Romantic
Vintage

What kind of accessories do you offer?

Veils
Shawls
Headdresses, hats and hair accessories

How do you work?

I work collaboratively with the bride to create a bespoke design. The consultation allows me to understand your style, character and the vision of your wedding

Operating hours:

Fittings to be booked by phone or email

What are the forms of payment?

Direct transfer

Served in

Hampshire and Wiltshire

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Reviews for Joanna bell

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Ellie Sent on 15/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Adapting my mums wedding dress

Jo did an amazing job adapting my mums wedding dress. She altered it to suit my style, ensure I was comfortable on the day, and make it more contemporary, while ensuring it kept what made it such a lovely dress. She was so good at making recommendations to what we should change, while ensuring I was happy at every step. I couldn't have been happier with the final product, and I got so many compliments on the day. Would highly recommend.
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Meet the team

Joanna Bell
Joanna Bell
Owner

35 years as a designer and dressmaker

I have been designing and making bridal gowns, dresses for special occasions and evening wear for over 35 years. After graduating from Bath Spa University in Fashion and Textiles, I worked for London’s top costumier making costumes for the major west end shows. In 1993 I set up my own business, designing and creating bridal, occasion and evening wear.

I personally do the whole process from start to finish, from the initial concept and design, through cutting and sewing to beading and finishing, with you being involved in the whole process along the way.

Fittings are informal, inclusive and very enjoyable. The result is a highly unique, individual and memorable experience.

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Willow and Marshgate, The Marsh, Breamore SP6 2EJ Fordingbridge (Hampshire)

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