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We are happy to be a member of the following bridalwear associations:
Award Winning Bridalwear Boutique. Call on 02920 344700 or Book an Appointment
We are happy to be a member of the following bridalwear associations:
When you visit Laura May Bridal you will be welcomed as a truly special guest and will receive our undivided attention. We are situated in Cathays (view map), just outside Cardiff City Centre. With free street parking and a welcoming environment we are confident that you will enjoy your time with us. We've chosen our stunning collections of bridalwear from a range of the most talented wedding dress designers out there — so you can be sure of finding something extra special for your big day.
Best New Wedding Business East Wales 2012
Best New Wedding Business Wales 2012
Nominated Top 5 Bridal Retailers Cardiff 2012/2013/2014/2015
We are opening a second store and will offer different designers for each of our boutiques. You can book an appointment for either stores but please keep in mind which designers are stocked in each locations.
112 Crwys Road, Cathays, Cardiff, CF24 4NQ
T: 02920 344700
Crwys Road Boutique Designers
Crwys Road Boutique Bridesmaids
34 Royal Arcade, Cardiff City Centre, CF10 1AE
T: 02920 344700
Royal Arcade Boutique Designers
Royal Arcade Boutique Bridesmaids
Each gown is painstakingly created by an experienced Australian design team. They travel the world for inspiration to give you the dress of your dreams. With innovative options such as a lace up or zip up back, a bride can customize her gown to reflect her personal aisle style.
The signature of an Essense gown is definitely in the luxurious fabrics and exquisite beading. Essense designers use authentic Swarovski Crystals and Diamantes that will give you a magical sparkle. The gown range offers you a diverse selection of styles from glamorous draped Angel Satin to alluring Laces and Satin Chiffon.
Enchanting, Affordable, Unique.
Stella York - sister company to Essense of Australia, offers luxury and attention to detail. With breathtaking back details, lightweight tulle and beautiful lace fabrics, Stella York is the epitomy of fairytale bridal.
Founded in 2006, the Enzoani bridalwear range quickly rose to compete with the top in the industry by merging traditional and modern European styles into exquisitely hand crafted gowns. From its initial launch, the Enzoani bridal collection has become one of the most renowned brands across multiple countries due to its focus on innovative style, exceptional quality and above all a fit and finish like no other. Enzoani is a young, vibrant company that focuses on cutting edge design and has proven very quickly to have a full understanding of high fashion with rich detail.
Slightly more youthful, moderately priced and more accessible, Blue by Enzoani complements its flagship label Enzoani without compromising on quality.
Designed by creative director, Kang Chun Lin, Blue by Enzoani provides similar styling and attention to detail as the Enzoani collection but at a more accessible price point.
British based designers - Mooshki offer bespoke, hand crafter designs with a vintage flare , as well as embodying the fun and flirty silhouettes of the 1950s.
House of Mooshki have the versatility brides wish for when looking for their perfect dress. Offering a variety of lengths for the classic bride with a modern mind.
High end couture finishes make this collection unique and well sought after. With Luxurious fabrics and decadent beading, Martina liana also offer bespoke changes for our brides enabling you to find the dress of your dreams.
The Lillian West Spring 2014 collection presents classic lines with a sassy and sultry hint for brides who are looking for a dramatic wedding gown. The gowns are fabricated in rich textures including silk dupion, regal satin, lace, tulle, charmeuse, chiffon, and organza.
A major focal point in these designs are the full lace and keyhole backs that add an element of surprise to the gowns. The gowns also offer various looks and versatility with convertible details like removable trains and peplum jackets. The intricate beadwork and details make this collection an exclusive work of art.
Augusta Jones offer a range of different styles from traditional to contemporary looks which offer every bride beautiful styling, as well as giving flexibility in their range to flatter a variety of shapes.
The first Augusta Jones collection was launched in 1999 under the creative leadership of British designer Charlotte Leung. She needed a line for her own shop to satisfy three basic requirements: beautiful styling; flexibility of the range to flatter a variety of shapes; and affordability.
Her focus was to bring stylish, designer wedding gowns to modern brides. With the success of her initial bridal collection, she was encouraged to launch the range throughout England in September 1999 and then in the US in March 2003.
For the bride with a distinctive taste for the unusual. Enzoani beautiful specialise in bridal gowns with soft subtle colours of mocha, blush and ivory. With ethereal, dreamy designs and subtle tasteful embeishments. Beautiful bridal collection features a variety of stunning silhouettes to create an unforgettable vision.
Paloma Blanca Wedding Dresses are designed to appeal to any bride looking to achieve a classic, timeless look on her wedding day. Each gown offers the look, the feel, the elegance, and the classic sophistication of high fashion couture at an attractive price point.
What does "Callista" mean?
As the original Greek name suggests, "Callista" epitomizes the "Most Beautiful" gowns for the most beautiful women.
Our designers have been creating gowns specifically for the fuller figure bride for many years, constructed to accommodate the needs of the fuller figure in terms of style, support and perfect fit. Every effort is made to make every bride feel special and give shape to the curves she loves.
We would love for you to come and visit us, but due to overwhelming number of brides appointments are strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
(By appointment only)
Wednesday & Thursday evenings: 5pm - 8pm
Saturday: 9am - 6pm
Sunday: 11am - 5pm
(By appointment only)
Your wedding day is not complete without your lovely bridesmaids. Our Cardiff boutique offers a collection of stunning bridesmaid dresses from Alvina Valenta, Sorella Vita, Two Birds & Jim Hjelm Occassions.
“I searched high and low for my wedding dress and after months of searching I was extremely happy to find my perfect dress at Lauramay bridal shop! The experience was made even more incredible by the very friendly, helpful and professional service that I received from both Laura and May and I felt amazing in my dress on our wedding day.”
Mrs Beth Davenport
“I felt a million dollars in my wedding dress and all credit has to go to Laura and May.”
Mrs Elaine Beatty
“… I would have no hesitation in recommending Laura May Bridal to any future bride and would even go as far as saying don't bother with anywhere else it would just be a waste of time. The girls, the dresses and the service was all fantastic…”
Mrs Williams
“Thank you so much for all of your help in finding 'the dress'. I was completely at ease in your shop and I was touched by the personal treatment I received”
Mrs Victoria Honey
“As soon as I walked into Laura May I knew I would find my perfect dress. Their selection of dresses is by far the best I saw in my search in Cardiff! You have their undivided attention and you know their aim is to get you looking and feeling the best you possibly can in the most important dress you'll ever wear.…”
Mrs Jessica Blunt
“… Big thanks to Laura and May for such a personal service that I will always remember. I loved my dress and did feel every inch the princess!.…”
Mrs Victoria Watts-Jones
“Thank you so much for all your help and I just adored everything I bought from you, it worked fabulously, everyone was asking about all the pieces especially the dress which I just adored.”
Mrs Aoife James
“… The service you provided was outstanding. It was very personal and you both made me feel like I was the only bride in the world! The care and attention was fantastic!”
Mrs Laura Hindley
“… I would highly recommend Laura May to any future bride, it was exactly what a Wedding dress buying experience should be – perfect!”
Mrs Sali Thomas
“… The choice of dresses are stunning. On my quest for “the dress” I visited many local shops that had the odd nice dress but here, Laura and May put all their efforts into sourcing only
Mrs Laura Aherne
the best. The whole experience is enjoyable. Even the décor is to die for! "
“… I would highly recommend Laura May to any future bride, it was exactly what a Wedding dress buying experience should be – perfect!”
Mrs Sali Thomas
“I just wanted to say a massive thank you to both of you, i was so nervous when I first started trying on dresses and i can honestly say you made me feel comfortable and at ease the whole time. You helped me find my perfect dress!”
Mrs Ceri-Ane Fish
“…I recommend them to all my newly engaged friends for their professional service, outstanding dresses and attention to detail. Thank you!”
Mrs Hayley Eustice
“Throughout the whole process I felt taste and ideas were at the heart of them helping me to find my perfect dress! The range of dresses and options were so beautiful I felt spoilt for choice! The compliments I received on all the dresses have been overwhelming! I would not hesitate in recommending Laura May to any bride to be, they were simply fantastic!”
Mrs Kate James
“Laura May is quite simply the best bridal shop in Cardiff. The dresses are stunning, stylish and very reasonably priced. The whole experience was wonderful, I felt at ease and special on every visit. My dress was actually purchased only 10 days before my wedding in their sale and the girls could not have been more lovely or helpful, taking all the stress away.”
Mrs Sophie Legge
“A huge thank you to Laura and May for helping me find the perfect dress. I had no idea what I was looking for when I walked into the shop, but as soon as I entered, I knew I'd come to the right place…”
“We had the most wonderful day thank you and I think it was the dress that made it! I really did feel a million dollar and my husband couldn't keep his eyes off the dress! Laura May provided a boutique bridal experience like no where else in Cardiff!”
Mrs Sophie Barber
“The service which Laura and May provided was outstanding and I really felt like a million dollars in my dress. The shop itself is decorated to perfection with a vintage/ shabby chic feel to it.I would highly recommend Laura May bridal to any bride and thank you again to Laura and May!”
Mrs Nikki Maycock
“They helped pick a dress that would compliment my shape and style of wedding and I found the dress I had been looking for it was everything I wanted and more. Wearing it on my wedding day I felt so confident and like a princess.”
Mrs Laura Pearce-Jones
“My experience with Laura May was fantastic! Both Laura and May were amazing, really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Apart from the great service you receive the quality and range of dresses is wonderful. Thank you to both ladies for making my wedding day extra special.”
Mrs Louise Ahmed
“Laura May is an exceptional bridal shop and I would recommend them to any bride to be.The dresses they stock are absolutely beautiful,in design, detail and fabric and could not be rivalled elsewhere.”
Mrs Jennie Wright
“From the moment I was welcomed through the door at Laura May, I knew I would be buying my dress from them! They made the experience really special, I didn't feel rushed and Laura and May were always ready to offer advice if needed!”
Mrs Katie Louise
“… Being a plus size bride I did a lot of Internet research and thought a few trips to London would be required until I discovered Laura may bridal…I would highly recommend Laura may bridal to anyone but especially the plus size bride. Thank you once again xxx”
Mrs Claire Kendrick
“I'm so glad I bought my dress from Laura May. The range of dresses were beautiful and the girls were so helpful and patient. No matter what my neurotic panics were about, they always remembererd me and were always re-assuring. My dress was everything I wanted.”
Mrs Ruth Richmond
"My wedding dress was perfect, the bridesmaid dresses were beautiful and thank you for always making us feel so welcome, we couldn't have asked for better service! We had a perfect wedding day and most importantly - James loved my dress! Thank you so much for everything!”
Mrs Lynsey Davis
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