HAVING WORKED IN BRIDAL FASHION FOR FIVE YEARS, KERRI MCKENNA TOOK THE PLUNGE AND OPENED HER VERY OWN BOUTIQUE, THE VOW, WHERE EXQUISITE MODERN FASHION AND A LUXURIOUS WELCOME GREET EVERY BRIDE-TO-BE.
Working with brides is something Kerri is quite familiar. In fact her passion and enthusiasm forhelping customers find ‘the dress’ – the most important garment of their lives – inspired her to start her own business, with a focus on styles that dared to be different and outside the norm of traditional gowns. Taking time to source these unique dresses, she spent several months researching brand new designers that offered a fresh approach in the cut and style of their gowns and brought variety and excitement to their collections. When it came to Kerri’s idea of a chic boutique, she envisaged luxury defined by beautiful modern interiors that would create a memorable, one-of-a-kind experience for the bride-to-be and her family and friends.
The Vow offers a space where brides will feel celebrated and enjoy a VIP experience, with all the extra touches; from the chilled prosecco, tea and coffee to the charming ambience with a beautifully curated exclusive collection of bridal gowns from five exclusive designers. The Vow epitomises everything a bride would want her bridal experience to be – and when she’s narrowed down her search to her ideal dress, courteous consultants can assist in finishing her look with The Vow’s stunning selection of veils and accessories. Kerri has hand selected a beautiful range of bridal headpieces and bows from Dublin based designer AURA Bridal, along with stunning earrings from Pijoueletta and a wide selection of short-to-long veils with endless detail options.
When it comes to the collections on offer, The Vow prides itself on offering exclusivity and variety in its gown selection. Exclusive stockists throughout Ireland of Cherie By Oui, Oui The Label, and Higar Novias, as well as Rebecca Schoneveld and Marylise Bridal which are both exclusively stocked at The Vow in Northern Ireland. Owner Kerri has also collaborated with New Zealand based designer Hera Couture and will carry a wide range of their gowns, as well as from their ‘Curve Collection’ from early Spring 2022. The Vow will be hosting a Hera Couture Trunk Show at the end of October 2021 to showcase a selection of their newest designs. Dates and details for this event will be advertised on the boutique’s social media and website platforms.
Bridal consultations are £20 for first time appointments, and final fittings are complimentary – appointments are based on a one-to-one service to allow each bride the privacy of the studio to themselves and their party.
To book an appointment at The Vow, phone: 075 1896 2031 or email: thevowbridal@hotmail.com
