
La Costurera Welcomes You
Custom handmade bridal gowns

La Costurera specialises in...
Weddings, Christenings & Special Occasions
Unique and Individual Wedding Dresses - Custom Handmade Bridal Gowns, Mothers of the Bride & Groom Couture Wear, Bridesmaid Dresses, Ball Gowns & Prom Dresses.
Quality Garment Alterations & Tailoring
About Sue Harold, couture dress designer.
Meet The Maker
Sue Harold of 'La Costurera' is based in Pensford, Bristol UK and makes unique and stunning designer gowns for all occasions. Whether it's classic, stylish or unusual, La Costurera can create that unique bridal gown, outfit for mother of bride or groom, bridesmaid or prom dress.
La Costurera provides an individual service to all its clients and Sue is experienced in making custom gowns for international and distance clients. Sue will design and make a custom gown specifically for you, taking into account your personal preferences, style, personality and shape.
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Sue always had a love of textile art and started making dresses as a little girl with her mother in the 60's. It was to be a love that could not be ignored and Sue went on to university where she graduated in Fashion and Textiles with Art and Design in 1980 before going on to complete her Masters Degree.
Sue started to design children's clothes and 'one off' garments for clients in London's' Knightsbridge and Oxford Street. Many of her clients would come from overseas from the middle east. Sue enjoys making each and every client feel special, truly designing specifically for each and every individual client.
When you have a garment made by Sue Harold, you can be sure that it will be truly individual and to your own taste.

Custom Wedding Dresses
Made to Measure - Unique Designs
Sue makes unique and stunning designer gowns for all occasions. Whether it's classic, stylish or unusual, Sue of 'La Costurera' can create that unique & special bridal gown, outfit for mother of the bride or groom, bridesmaid or prom dress.
La Costurera provides an individual service to all its clients and Sue is experienced in making custom gowns for international and distance clients. Sue will design and make a custom gown specifically for you, taking into account your personal preferences, style, personality and shape.
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Your Custom Made Gown
What Can I Expect?
Sue Harold offers a couture service for every special occasion. With 30 years experience of dressmaking, tailoring and textile design you can rest assured of a sensational outcome.
After an initial consultation, Sue will assist you by designing an original and unique wedding dress or special occasion outfit - creating your dream dress with a quality and fit second to none.
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Dresses range from the traditional gowns in white or ivory tones to more dramatic and adventurous styles. All custom made gowns are hand-made offering a couture service for every client.
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Using Sue's own signature fabrics, styling's and, specialising in pure silks, the queen of all fabrics. Each garment is finished to perfection with special design techniques that can include embroidery, appliqué, beading, special printing and spray techniques to create that inspirational and unique designer finish.


Unique Gowns
'Harvest Maiden' Bridal Gown
Shown here is 'Harvest Maiden' bridal gown made using a variety of vintage lace, tulle & silk layers.
A complete service making that special outfit for the bride, the Mother of the Bride/Groom as well as Bridesmaids, Page oystering, Grooms and Guests. Including evening wear for the evening reception and prom dresses... and perhaps even that heirloom christening robe.
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Custom Wedding Gowns
From £1,200













































Get in Touch
La Costurera is committed to exceeding your needs. Questions, comments or special requests? We’d love to hear from you, so don’t hesitate to reach out today.
+44 7970374542

Custom Proms & Evening Wear
From £450

Mothers of the Bride/Groom
From £750








