Bridal, Occasion Wear & Men’s Formalwear in North Devon
The Always & Forever Wedding Sanctuary Experience
Welcome to the Always & Forever Wedding Sanctuary in Bideford, North Devon, where you can step in and browse beautiful wedding dresses, men’s formalwear, prom dresses, bridesmaid dresses and occasion wear all under one roof.
I believe that finding the perfect outfit should feel as special as the occasion itself. That’s why your appointment is relaxed, personal and completely unhurried. During your one-to-one appointment, the Wedding Sanctuary is reserved exclusively for you and your guests, so you have space, privacy and time to browse, try on and find an outfit you love.
Explore our collections below and discover everything available at Always & Forever.
"100% recommend Always & Forever. It is so worth going into the shop and having a personalised dress fitting, with such a lovely lady. My daughter felt completely at ease with Gail and had such a wonderful experience. There was so many beautiful, well priced dresses, with no limit on the amount my daughter could try on. She fell in love with her prom dress, and it was ordered straight away, alterations were sorted and we were given the dates to try on and collect. Thank you Gail!"
Wedding Dresses & Bridal Gowns
Explore over 150 wedding dresses from leading bridal designers, with styles ranging from timeless and elegant to modern and romantic. Our bridal samples range from size 8–24, with wedding dresses priced from £750–£2,100.
Our Bridal Designers
April Banbury, Ariamo, Grace James, Maya Bella, Sincerity by Justin Alexander, Tania Olsen
Men’s Formalwear & Suit Hire
As home to North Devon’s largest collection of popular suit brands, Always & Forever offers options to both buy and hire. Catering to all ages and sizes, the collection is ideal for any formal occasion, from weddings and proms to black-tie events and funerals. We also offer dedicated morning suit and highlandwear hire, as well as a great selection of ties, shirts, and shoes to complete your look. Suit purchases range from £200 to £350, with hire packages available from £90 to £195.
Benetti, House of Cavani, Marc Darcy, Skopes.
Brands
Prom Dresses, Bridesmaid Dresses and Occasion Wear
Bridesmaids: £175 - £250
Mothers: £175 - £450
Prom/Formal: £175 - £550
Brands
Christian Koehlert, Tania Olsen Designs, Tiffany’s Bridesmaids, Richard Designs
Find the perfect look for every milestone occasion. Whether you are a bridesmaid, mother of the bride or groom, attending prom or celebrating at a special formal event, our collection of over 250 dresses offers a diverse range of styles, fabrics, and colours. Whatever your vision, you're sure to find the perfect dress for your special occasion.
Alternative Bridal Look Hire
If you are looking for a second look or an alternative option for your wedding celebrations, The Wedding Sanctuary offers a refined selection of bridal minis, midis, tea-length dresses and jumpsuits for hire from £90-£300.
Bridal Accessories
Discover the finishing touches for your special day. From premium veils and beautiful yet comfortable bridal footwear to stunning jewellery and hair accessories, we have everything to complete your perfect look.
We also stock a range of accessories for grooms, including ties, shirts and shoes.
the process
Step one: Have a question?
Get in touch by phone, email or social media and I’ll be happy to help.
Step Two: Ready to visit?
Choose an appointment time that suits you and book online.
Step Three: Arrive for your appointment
Please arrive at your appointment time rather than early, as I use the time between appointments to reset the Sanctuary for each new customer.
Step Four: Find your perfect outfit
Relax and have fun trying on different styles during your 2-hour private appointment.
Step Five: Leave smiling
Hopefully with your dream outfit secured and the full Always & Forever experience enjoyed.
