Business Details
6 Years
experience
Bespoke Bridal Wear & Wedding Photography Edinburgh
Established by Stephnie Rooney, Stephnie Anne Dressmaking & Design Dressmaking & Design has been serving clients in Edinburgh and across Scotland for over two decades. Our expertise lies in crafting bespoke bridal and special occasion wear, complemented by professional wedding and lifestyle photography services. With 21 years of experience in the bridal industry, we combine technical precision with artistic vision to create garments that celebrate individuality and capture authentic moments. Our dressmaking process prioritises personal expression, ensuring each design enhances the wearer's unique beauty while maintaining comfort and elegance. The photography service focuses on candid storytelling, preserving genuine emotions during weddings and family milestones. Based in Edinburgh, we offer tailored alterations for bridal wear, bridesmaids' dresses, and formal attire, leveraging our deep understanding of garment construction.Our commitment to quality extends to restyling existing garments and providing expert advice on dress selection. Stephnie's background in Fashion Design from Cape Town, combined with her upbringing on a Namibian farm, informs a creative approach that values authenticity and craftsmanship. We maintain strong ethical standards, operating with transparency and prioritising client satisfaction through attentive service. Our work reflects a philosophy that true beauty lies in individuality, whether through a custom-designed gown or a naturally captured photograph. This dedication to personal expression and technical excellence has earned us recognition from clients who appreciate our meticulous attention to detail and warm, professional approach.
Services
Bridal dressmaking
Wedding photography
Bridesmaid alterations
Lifestyle photography
Garment restyling
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We have 21 years' experience in bridal industry with specialist garment construction knowledge
- Our team offers combined dressmaking and photography expertise for cohesive wedding services
- We provide tailored alterations for complex lace and beaded garments
- Our photography captures authentic moments rather than staged poses
- We maintain ethical standards with transparent communication and pricing
What people say
Extremely talented
Such a lovely person
Perfect for your special day
Amazing job
We love the photos
Services
Bridal dressmaking
Creating bespoke bridal wear tailored to individual beauty and lifestyle needs. Our designs prioritise comfort and elegance while ensuring garments complement the wearer's unique characteristics. Each dress combines technical precision with artistic vision to create timeless pieces that enhance special moments without overshadowing them.
Wedding photography
Documenting weddings through candid, emotionally authentic photography. We focus on capturing natural interactions and fleeting moments that reflect genuine relationships. Our approach preserves the day's organic flow while ensuring technical excellence in lighting and composition for lasting memories.
Bridesmaid alterations
Specialist alterations for complex bridal party garments including lace and beadwork. We address intricate construction challenges while maintaining design integrity. Our expertise ensures perfect fit for shop-bought dresses through precise tailoring techniques developed from years of creating custom garments.
Lifestyle photography
Creating authentic visual narratives of families, couples and special life events. Our sessions focus on natural interactions rather than posed shots, capturing genuine emotions and relationships. We specialise in maternity, children's and small event photography that preserves authentic moments in artistic compositions.
Garment restyling
Transforming existing garments through creative redesign and technical adjustments. We breathe new life into special occasion wear while maintaining original character. This service combines pattern adaptation skills with fabric knowledge to update silhouettes and improve fit for contemporary needs.
People
Stephnie Rooney
Founder & Creative Director
Fashion designer and photographer with 21 years' bridal industry experience. Combines technical garment construction skills with artistic vision to create bespoke wedding wear and capture authentic moments. Studied Fashion Design in Cape Town and works from Edinburgh.
Questions
Do you offer both dressmaking and photography services?
Yes, we provide bespoke bridal wear creation alongside wedding and lifestyle photography services, offering a cohesive approach to your special occasions.
What experience do you have with complex dress alterations?
With 21 years in the bridal industry, we specialise in intricate alterations for lace and beaded garments, leveraging our deep understanding of garment construction.
Can you photograph events outside Edinburgh?
While based in Edinburgh, we're happy to travel for weddings and special events, bringing our signature style of authentic, emotionally resonant photography.
What's your approach to family photography sessions?
We focus on capturing natural interactions rather than posed shots, creating timeless images that reflect genuine relationships and special life moments.
How do you handle restyling existing garments?
We combine creative design solutions with technical expertise to update silhouettes and improve fit while preserving the original character of special occasion wear.
What's your cancellation policy for bookings?
Please contact us directly to discuss specific booking terms and cancellation policies, which are outlined clearly before confirming any service arrangements.
