Zoe Barber Designs

Zoe Barber Designs I am a designer/ dressmaker specialising in wedding dresses. I also make womenswear and do alterations. I have 30 years experience

30/08/2026

✨ Linen, sunshine & a little bit of me ✨

I designed and made this two-piece linen set with the end of summer in mind. 🌿☀️

A pair of relaxed, wide-leg trousers teamed with a loose, corset-style top — I wanted something light, breathable and effortless, perfect for warm days when you just want to feel comfortable but still look fabulous!

I love the contrast between the relaxed trousers and the more structured shape of the top. It’s simple, flattering and easy to wear, but with just enough detail to make it feel special. 🤍

Another little idea brought to life with my sewing machine, a piece of fabric and a lot of love. ✂️🧵

What do you think? Would you wear this two-piece? 💕

24/08/2026

🤍 A little handmade magic in Portugal… 🇵🇹

I made this dress from 4 metres of beautiful embroidered anglaise fabric I bought from Lullabee Fabrics in Leicester.

I wanted to create something that felt natural, free and effortless — something light and comfortable enough for the hot Portuguese weather, but still beautiful enough for a night out.

The other dress was one I made for Nicolas for her birthday a couple of years ago, and they turned out to be the perfect outfits for the White Party in Paderne, Portugal. 🤍

What an amazing night we had! We danced until 3am, laughed, had far too much fun and made some very happy memories. 💃🏼✨

I absolutely love making clothes that become part of special moments. There’s something extra special about wearing something you’ve created yourself — especially when it gets to travel somewhere beautiful and make memories with you. 🌿

Two handmade dresses, one unforgettable night. 🤍✨

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08/08/2026

🌿✨ FROM CHARITY SHOP FIND TO HOLIDAY OUTFIT ✨🌿

Two years ago, I spotted this beautiful vintage tablecloth in a charity shop in Leicester. I loved the fabric, but at the time I had absolutely no idea what I was going to do with it!

Fast forward two years and I finally decided it was time to give it a new lease of life. I dyed it green and transformed it into this two-piece outfit for my holiday. 💚

I wanted to create something that felt like I was stepping straight into a garden — full of nature, colour and a little bit of magic. 🌿🌸

Then, while we were in Portugal, we went to a medieval night at Silves Castle 🏰 and suddenly it felt like the PERFECT place to wear it!

With the ancient castle, medieval costumes and magical atmosphere, my garden-inspired outfit somehow looked right at home. ✨

I absolutely love taking something old and forgotten and turning it into something completely unique. There's something so satisfying about giving a beautiful vintage fabric a whole new purpose.

One charity shop tablecloth + a splash of green dye + a lot of imagination = one very unique holiday outfit! 💚

So… what do you think? Would you wear something made from a vintage tablecloth? 🌿

Let me know in the comments — and if you love seeing old fabrics transformed into something completely new, give me a ❤️ and follow along for more of my sewing creations!

✨ Zoe Barber Designs ✨

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31/07/2026

My airy fairy summer dress. 4 metres of embroiderie anglaise. I will be floating around the garden wearing it with flowers in my hair pretending I'm in midsommer 🌸 🌼 🌻 🌺 🌷

15/07/2026

This hot weather is not made for tight fitting clothes! I'm making a couple of loose fitting outfits from natural materials. Light and airy is the way to go ! Especially for when I go to see Nicola in Portugal next month .

11/07/2026

A beautiful Christening set I made for one of my lovely customers. It was a pleasure to make, although it was very time consuming 😆

09/07/2026

A little trip around my sewing studio. In need of air con ! Sweaty sewing makes me crazy !

I met this gnome who is my best friend . Her name is Nicola , we went to the jungle together ❤️ ###
03/07/2026

I met this gnome who is my best friend . Her name is Nicola , we went to the jungle together ❤️ ###

02/07/2026

Day raving for my hubby's Birthday 🎂 what a great time we had !!!! 🕺🕺🕺

Address

Leicester
LE84DH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 6:30pm
Thursday 9am - 6:30pm
Friday 9am - 6:30pm
Saturday 9am - 3:15pm

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+447737418687

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