It’s that time of year (and no, we don’t mean Christmas!). It’s the time of year when the most covetable new gown designs - that our hearts skipped a beat over - whilst gracing the catwalks of both Barcelona and New York, actually start to arrive at the boutiques. Now brides, it’s time to shop, or at least peruse. Get ready as we go on the pursuit of pretty - these two featured boutiques are just the first in the series we will be running ALL this week. Expect big name bridal designers from all over the world. Our advice to you? Make an appointment and go and see these fresh new trends. You do want to be the Belle of the Ball don’t you? Grab them before they are gone, many are exclusive to the area and boutique.

Bridal Wish, Blagdon

As premier stockists of Spanish superlabels Pronovias, Atelier Pronovias, Justin Alexander and Jesus Peiro, this boutique is one stop that you CANNOT afford to miss on your bridal journey. From fresh silhouettes in silk crepe to the most stunning high-fashion pieces from Atelier Pronovias – it’s a dream visit for the fashionable bride. Plus, the Jesus Peiro range is exclusive to this boutique in the North East.

There’s even a sale rail for those on the hunt for a real exclusive bargain. You can even order the gown that appeared on our latest front cover The Himalaya gown in this boutique. Better get there quick – click any of the images to visit the website and make an appointment or call – 01670 789726. For all the pretty follow Bridal Wish over on Instagram at @BridalWishBlagdon.

Si Bridal

Okay. So the gowns from this boutique are really diverse and exude elegance, sexiness and a really fashionable silhouette. The boutique literally sparkles from the moment you walk through the door and the designs are really unique. Expect serious embellishments and gowns that fit like a glove.

New ranges include Milla Nova, a new label that has an almost regal feel, without the price tag (prices start from £1350) - to megabrands like Liri Bridal Riki Dalal, Muse by Berta, Noya and Nurit Hen. You cannot buy and of the labels stocked in Si Bridal ANYWHERE else in the area. Hit any of the gowns below to visit the website. – 0191 242 3063. For all things pretty follow Si Bridal over on Instagram at @Si_Bridal.

Recognise this dress? You should! It's Himalaya by Atelier Pronovias and it's available from Bridal Wish. To see even more bridal fashion, order your copy of the brand new issue of Belle Bridal Magazine now.