Purchasing your wedding gown and accessories is one of the most important decisions you will ever make, it is no wonder then that getting the right bridal wear can be both enjoyable and stressful. Richard Designs aims to do as much as possible to help you match and combine wedding accessories to fulfil all of your dreams. We know how daunting it can be to be faced with hundreds of possibilities, so we want to help brides create stunning looks without hassle. Our experience gives us the expertise to advise brides on how to wear items and which items can be combined, resulting in stunning looks both individually and alongside bridesmaids and mother of the bride. This area of the website has been set up specifically for this purpose. Follow the links for a comprehensive guide to buying wedding accessories including an explanation of the colours, materials and terminology you may come across whilst making your decisions. We have arranged our advice into product groups; tiaras, veils, petticoats, jewellery, bridesmaid accessories and bridal hats and fascinators as well as a section on how to look after your delicate items before and after your special day.

If you are unsure about any of the technical terms we use, then please see our Glossary.