These are a selection of photographs real women in their own beautiful gowns and corsets handmade by Honey Bee Corsets.

Charlotte's prom dress was made of inky blue silk and the full skirt was supported by layer upon layer of black net. We liked this young yet sophisticated dress so much that we plan to make another to show very soon!

Emma ordered her corset, made in a stunning fuchsia pink, last year. She returned recently for a knee length skirt - also made in silk and supported by lots of pink net - and is planning to wear the completed outfit to her mum's wedding in Spain.

Sue chose an oceanic green silk with turquoise trim for her corset. Handmade silk roses complete the look.

Becky's wedding gown was a joy to make: the "Gothica" gown in ivory silk featuring an extended train with embroidered details in gold thread (just seen), a flattering three-quarter length sleeve on the bolero and gold ribbons throughout.

Her mum Rita, kindly wrote to us after the wedding to tell us how gorgeous Becky looked: 'everyone admired the dress. What a result!'

Rachel's steampunk inspired gown comprised two-pieces made of the finest black silk and trimmed with lilac velvet ribbon. The apron skirt, which is bustled at the back, is reminiscent of the 1880s'; the steel-boned corset features Honey Bee's classic ribbon and eyelet detailing. Rachel was delighted with the dress and we think she looks stunning!

Michelle. For her special day, Michelle wanted a period-inspired wedding gown. She chose a design based on the 'Gothica' gown with an extended train and additional ribbon and eyelet details on the skirt. She also chose a hat to complement her outfit. Afterwards, Michelle wrote to say.

"Thank you for the wonderful job you made of my beautiful wedding dress. Everyone who attended and everyone who had seen the photos have said what a fantastic dress it was."

Ellen's Bridesmaids. Ellen, who had ordered a waspie (a type of underbust corset) from us, asked Honey Bee to make corsets for her bridesmaids. She supplied the fabric and we made them up to her design. The results are three strikingly beautiful bridesmaids!

Lynn’s corset. Lynn loved her bridesmaid’s corset so much that she asked Honey Bee to make her another one in a peacock blue silk with black silk panelling. We think that she looks beautiful and she was kind enough to say, “Thanks for your genius creations.”!

Freya’s prom dress. Freya wanted a simple but striking dress for her Year 11 prom. She chose these amazing colours from the extensive choice available to us and asked for embroidered butterflies on the bodice and netted skirt. The simple silhouette is unfussy and so complements her petite figure. In truth, she was the Belle of the Ball.

Sarah. Sarah wanted her corset to feature a sumptuous blue-green crushed silk velvet – gorgeous to the touch – with a complementary green silk. Her corset was made-to-measure and featured a front centre opening and boning throughout for comfort and support.

Celia's gorgeous gown in a beautiful ivory silk, presents a beautiful silhouette. Celia loved the fishtail skirt and her steel boned corset, which includes shoulder straps and is set off at the back with gold ribbon laces.

Mandy has always wanted an emerald green gown for her wedding day and Honey Bee Corsets was happy to oblige! Her silk gown, which is based on the Gothica design, comprises three pieces, features eyelets and ribbon details on the bust and hip gores.

Mandy was so thrilled with her green crushed velvet corset, that she came back for more! This time, she opted for a beautiful Chinese silk brocade.
Photographs courtesy of e4creative photography

Sue's simple yet elegant gown based on the "Peacock" design but in shot effect wine coloured silk.

Rhiannon wanted to the the Belle of the Ball at her school leavers party. She chose a two piece gown in hot red silk with black ribbon lacing for the corset.

Little Miss Chaos models a beautiful gown in optic white and silver silk. The bodice is based on the design of Elizabethan bodies and is boned with steel for strength and dried water reed for 16th century accuracy. The skirt is very full and comprises an underskirt and embroidered overskirt. Both garments were later sold but Honey Bee Corsets looks forward to another lady commissioning this gown for her wedding or ball!

Pat chose a simple and elegant two-piece gown in that stunning shot effect wine coloured silk combined to make Pat’s dream wedding gown. This was Honey Bee’s first wedding gown and we were delighted to have been involved in her special day.

Charlotte looks stunning in her black satin gown. She supplied a drawing of her preferred design and Honey Bee Corsets did the rest.

Gillie fell in love with the look and the feel of this crushed silk, hand-dyed velvet. She was right: she looks gorgeous!

Andrea has another example of Honey Bee’s eyelet and slashing detail, Andrea’s corset is a luxurious combination of back silk and soft velvet with gold eyelets.

Emily loved the eyelet and lacing detail on her corset. The bust and hip gores in cerulean blue silk against the black make this corset a stunning, eye-catching piece.

Hayley wanted a simple yet striking corset for a party and chose a beautiful shade of dark blue silk. The style and colour enhance both her lovely figure and colouring.

Celia's corset is made from scarlet silk trimmed in black: all the better to flatter her already lovely figure.