In the realm of special occasions, few moments rival the significance of witnessing your child's wedding day. The anticipation, the emotion, the celebration. All deserve to be complemented by attire that feels as extraordinary as the day itself. This was the journey that unfolded when one mother decided to step beyond the conventional ready-to-wear options and embrace the world of bespoke craftsmanship for her son's wedding.

Photography Credit: Ivy and Pine

Finding the Perfect Wedding Guest Outfit

"I had been searching well-known websites with no joy for ages," she recalls of her initial quest for the perfect mother of the groom outfit. This sentiment resonates with many who are seeking to capture the personal significance of such momentous occasions. “I still look from time to time and haven’t found anything as stunning or beautiful.”

The turning point came during an evening at a hosted dinner, where a chance conversation about a silk blouse blossomed into something far more meaningful. "Before I knew it, I was swept up into the possibility of having something made especially for me".

“I was chatting to Daisy who was wearing a fabulous silk blouse and jokingly said it would be brilliant for my son’s wedding if it came as a dress. Before I knew it Daisy had swept me up and said of course we can do that for you!”

The Bespoke Experience

The journey of commissioning made-to-measure bridal wear or wedding guest attire begins with vulnerability. "The experience was all very new and very daunting," she admits.

Yet this temporary discomfort yields to something transformative. Under the guidance of Joline, Knatchbull’s Head Tailor, who was once dressmaker to The Queen, what began as uncertainty evolved into "an adventure." Each fitting became a ritual, each consultation a step toward realising a vision that was uniquely hers.

“The team, especially Joline, cared so much and understood how special this was for me.  I’m still pinching myself, the dress felt like a million dollars to wear and was exactly the stylish relaxed look that I was after.”

The Culmination: Beyond Expectation

The true magic of bespoke attire reveals itself when the finished garment exceeds even the most hopeful expectations. “I started out thinking I would spoil myself and have a really wonderful suit made and got completely carried away - but no regrets!”.

For women seeking Savile Row quality traditionally associated with menswear, this experience offers a revolutionary approach to personal style.

This sentiment extended beyond a dress to encompass a made to measure suit, proof that the bespoke approach transcends traditional bridal categories. The growing demand for women's made to measure services on Savile Row demonstrates a shift in how women approach significant wardrobe investments.

"It’s just amazing to have something that fits so beautifully," she notes, highlighting the attention to detail that manifested in personalised touches like interior pockets and a hand-embroidered bee. The precision of women's made to measure garments addresses the unique contours of the female form in ways that many off-the-rack pieces cannot match.

Ready-to-Wear Elegance: Our Silk Blouse Collection

While the made-to-measure experience offers unparalleled personalisation, our commitment to the modern woman’s wardrobe extends to our ready-to-wear collection. The very piece that inspired this mother's bespoke journey is available for those seeking immediate elegance without compromising on quality.

Crafted from the finest silks and designed with the same attention to detail as our bespoke pieces, these blouses offer versatility for special occasions or elevated everyday wear. They stand as an introduction to our aesthetic, a first step into the world of Knatchbull that may, like our featured mother, lead to more bespoke adventures in the future.

Whether you're drawn to the comprehensive journey of made-to-measure or the immediate gratification of our ready-to-wear collection, the essence remains the same: exceptional quality, thoughtful design, and garments worthy of life's most meaningful moments.