Tanya and Paul Adams at their Murder Mystery weekend at Burgh Island. Paul bought Tanya her coat for Valentine's Day after she had fallen in love with it at Goodwood Revival festival in September of last year. Tanya told me "We had our fantastic weekend away at Burgh Island and my Poiret Cocoon coat was just beautiful - I can't wait to wear it again. I felt so elegant and comfortable all at the same time and the quality is just wonderful!"
You do look great Tanya and I think you accessorised the coat to perfection! |
Jane contacted me after reading an editorial in Living North magazine. She says "As a “second time “ bride, the thought of The Outfit, filled me with dread. I am a healthy woman, who has children and grandchildren and bridal publications are not so hot at helping a mature bride to find the ideal ensemble! Not having a huge amount of confidence, in spite of running two small side by side businesses, I needed help - and it came in the form of Leila Hallam who has oodles of
patience and a fabulous insight into what will suit your shape. I wore a beautiful dress to my wedding, not a wedding dress and the coat I wore created a complete “wow factor”! As we walked to and from Betty’s Tearooms in York, on the afternoon we married, I received so many compliments, I felt wonderful! Leila – many, many thanks!" |

Jane from Huddersfield bought this Koos van den Akker dress 'Afrika' for her trip to New York in October 2015. Whilst there, she visited Koos & Co on Madison Avenue, where she told me she was treated like royalty by Puk, the lady who ran the boutique. Puk recognised the dress as a Koos design and commented that its interpretation was fantastic. A feather in my cap and a real confidence boost to Jane!
Many congratulations to Jane and Mike as well! They got married on 16 January. I had the pleasure of making Jane's wedding outifit, which I shall be showcasing on my website shortly. Watch this space.......
Many congratulations to Jane and Mike as well! They got married on 16 January. I had the pleasure of making Jane's wedding outifit, which I shall be showcasing on my website shortly. Watch this space.......

Gillian and her lovely daughter Helen. Gillian said "The wedding was amazing and my outfit fabulous! So many compliments - just wonderful! Thank you Leila for the part you played!"

"Alice and I would like to say a huge thank you to Leila. My daughter had a specific look for her prom dress and after being put in touch with Leila, her idea started to take form. After our first visit, style, colour and fabric were chosen (so exciting!). A beautiful dress was made - we could not have asked for more. We were overjoyed with the finished look and Alice was voted Prom Queen 2015! Thank you again Leila!lick here to edit.