Abigail's Collection & The Groom’s Room - Colchester

Megan B.

Abigail's Collection were absolutely amazing from the initial enquiry right up until the day I picked up my dress! Every single team member I spoke to, they were so friendly and shared my excitement and happiness.

Before my first appointment, Sophie rang me and asked me how I was feeling, am I excited etc,...I did not expect the call at all and it felt so personal. I was really nervous about coming in, if they'd have dresses that fit me or if I'd feel comfortable and she was so reassuring, the nerves lessened and I became more excited.

On my appointment, Sophie greeted us and was just as lovely as she was on the phone. The team explain everything to you at every step, how it works and I had Kelly looking after me. Now, she was INCREDIBLE, I felt so at ease, confident and excited to try on the dresses because of her. Something I was so nervous for as I don't enjoy trying on new clothes became such an amazing experience and I actually felt like a princess. It was the most amazing feeling.

When I picked up my dress, we had Charlotte looking after us and she was amazing too! She was an amazing hype woman and I just love how excited she was for us.

I genuinely cannot fault any part of my experience. I encourage everyone who is engaged to go Abigail's Collection because all Bride's deserve to feel like a princess, it was a personal, warming and exciting experience. I do really wish I could do it all again and of course a special thanks to Kelly, you made me feel amazing, like the best version of myself.

Love to you all!!!

Kate T.

Had the easiest and loveliest experience at Abigail's Collection when buying my wedding dress. Sophie was amazing and so helpful, especially when I dialled in my family in Sydney, setting up stands for multiple phones so they could see me in dresses. I attended with my Mum and we both felt so welcomed and at ease. They had the dress that I'd wanted and couldn't find anywhere else, and walked away on the day with it in hand! Sophie went above and beyond, and I would highly recommend to anyone.

Francesca C.

Abigail’s Collection really are the best of the best! From the moment I stepped in they were nothing but kind, warm & encouraging, which was so needed considering how conscious and nervous I was about trying on dresses. Charlotte made me feel so at ease and calm and she knew exactly how to handle my insecurities and any issues I had, she even suggested a dress based on what I spoke about and it ended up being ‘The One’!

Can’t thank Charlotte and all of the team at Abigail’s enough for all of their help and making my wedding dress shopping experience, something I was dreading beforehand, something wonderful! 🥰 Thank you all so much! 🙂

Lottie J.

We had the most wonderful experience at the Groom’s Room. We were looked after by Karen who was so knowledgable, helpful, and made our appointment so special. We instantly felt in good hands and reassured that we would find what we were after. Karen asked about our day to understand our vision and we are delighted with the suits we’ve chosen and they will compliment the rest of the bridal party beautifully. The other staff members were fabulous too and all made us feel so welcome and excited for our special day. We are so glad we chose The Groom’s Room. Thank you! Lottie & Sam

Katie B.

Abigail's Collection is the first bridal store I visited in my search for my perfect dress (and also the only store I visited!).

Abigail's was highly recommended to me by a friend, so as soon as I was ready to start dress shopping I booked an appointment. From the moment I booked, the team at Abigail's were so helpful and friendly, I immediately felt at ease. A week before my appointment I received a call from them to discuss what style I wanted and to reassure me and calm my nerves. They were also so helpful in recommending where to park, and which restaurants were nice (Would highly recommend the George). On the day of my first appointment, I also received a text from Abigail's saying "Happy Dress Appointment Day" which I thought was such a nice touch!

I was very lucky that the lovely Sophie looked after me for all the appointments. She was so helpful, friendly and really made me feel at ease. She was wonderful at helping me choose 6 dresses to try initially, 3 in one style, 2 in another and 1 "wild card" dress that I let her choose. I ended up loving the first dress I tried on, and none of the other dresses compared. Once I was back in the first dress with my veil on I knew I would be saying yes to the dress!

I went to Abigail's a few times, once for an accessories appointment, and the last time to try on and collect MY dress!!! I really liked that all my appointments were with Sophie, as it was nice to go on the journey together!

My now husband also rented his suit from the Grooms Room who were so helpful.

I would highly recommend Abigail's, all the ladies there are so lovely and you are in safe hands with them! Enjoy every moment of dress shopping and don't be nervous – you will feel at ease the moment you walk through the doors 😊

Katie (now Mrs Baker) xx

Rachel H.

Recently married and wanted to say a huge thank you to all the team at Abigails collection & grooms room especially Sophie and Karen. Both myself and the groom purchased our dress and suits from here. Everyone was so attentive thank you Sophie for calming me down when I had a little wobble and to Karen for sorting the boys in the correct fitting suits. All was amazing the groomsman looked fantastic on the day and everybody loved my dress I really didn't want to take it off! Keep up the good work! With love and best wishes Mr & Mrs David and Rachel Stephens ❤️

Zoe B.

We had an appointment this morning, and I cannot explain how special Sophie, and the other ladies, made the whole experience. From prior to the appointment and during, every little detail was perfect. Sophie is really knowledgeable, so I felt in safe hands. She really listened to what I had envisioned, but also with her expert knowledge, helped me find the most perfect dress; she knows her stuff. I would recommend Abigail’s for any bride to be, and will be back to find a suit for my partner. Thank you ladies xx

freya K.

I was initially quite nervous about shopping for my wedding dress as it’s rare that I like anything I try on the first time. But the whole process at Abigail’s put me so much at ease. From the start when booking the appointment and receiving a little surprise package in the post full of bridal goodies, the team are so personal and add little special touches throughout. I felt so at ease when shopping for my dress with lovely Rachel finding the perfect balance between hyping me up and being honest about the various gowns I tried on. I had a little wobble about the dress a few months later (thanks to a whole load of instagram scrolling) but the team were amazing and brought me in to try it on again which eased all of the anxiety I had built up. When I collected my gown and had alterations, there were a few minor details I was stressing about and again Abigail reached out with her reassuring and positive attitude and helped to make sure everything was sorted perfectly for me. I LOVED my dress on the day and it was the best choice I could have ever made. I’ll be forever grateful to the whole Abigail’s team for their patience, expertise and kindness. They are a must visit, when you’re shopping for your perfect wedding dress.