New Kayden Rose Bridal Boutique to open in Darlington

Kayden Rose Bridal, located on Post House Wynd, will host its highly anticipated launch event from 12pm to 3pm on Sunday (February 22), after months of renovation work.

Owner and designer Rebecca Yoxall, 34, from Billingham, said the opening marks the end of a lengthy journey transforming the former the unit into what she describes as a “one-of-a-kind” bridal boutique.

Owner Rebecca Yoxall. (Image: Rebecca Yoxall.)

The boutique was originally due to open in January, but following delays and a few setbacks, Rebecca wanted to make sure every detail was perfect before opening.

She said: “It’s been very, very hard work getting the shop to this point of opening, but it has been so rewarding.

“When you look at how it was before compared to now, it’s completely unrecognisable. I didn’t want to open the doors until everything was exactly how I wanted it to be.”

Inside, the shop features two built-in catwalks, a bar area and 12 metres of bespoke wardrobes filled with dresses designed by top designers from America, Canada and all over the world, including Elysee, Etoile, Calla Blanche and Nieve couture, to name a few. 

Kayden Rose Bridal, Post House Wynd (Image: Rebecca Yoxall.)

Decked out with a chandelier and a floral back drop for photographs, there is also a dedicated bridal lounge for family and friends to enjoy a glass of prosecco during the fitting.

She said: “We’ve really gone all out. The vision I had of making it an American style ‘yes to the dress’ has completely come to life. It looks incredible.”

Sunday’s launch will give visitors the chance to explore the new store while enjoying prosecco, cakes and live music from a saxophonist.

Models will also be walking up and down the newly installed catwalk wearing a selection of their gowns, giving guests the chance to see the dresses brought to life.

Kayden Rose Bridal, Post House Wynd (Image: Rebecca Yoxall.)

She added: “If someone wants to see a certain dress on, we can have a model try it on so they can see it properly rather than just on a hanger. It’s about letting everyone experience what we’re all about.”

About 40 people have already secured free tickets for the event, with ticketholders receiving a gift bag filled with special offers, including discounts on accessories for their first appointment.

Rebecca said walk-ins are welcome, although gift bags are limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

The one-of-a-kind boutique will feature a purpose-built catwalk, a showroom, two fitting rooms, a bridal lounge and a bar. (Image: Rebecca Yoxall.)

The owner said the new boutique aims to offer something different from traditional bridal shops, creating “unforgettable moments” for brides to find their dream dress.

She said: “Brides who say “yes” will receive an antique-style key engraved with the word “love”, where they can write their wedding date and chosen gown before hanging it on a feature wall.

“They can later collect the key when picking up their dress and get a photograph take in front of a floral backdrop, which will also be printed and gifted as a keepsake.

“My ultimate goal for the shop is to be the best bridal boutique in the whole of the North East – the best boutique with the best experience. The ultimate bridal shop.

“We can’t wait to welcome everyone in and bring something completely different to Darlington.”

You can find the new bridal boutique at Post House Wynd, Darlington, with the launching starting from 12-3pm on Sunday, February 22.