Victoria Fergusson
Accessories
From her studio in Salisbury, Wiltshire, Victoria Fergusson specialises in bead embroidery to create intricately detailed headdresses, hair combs, bridal belts and jewellery. She is also an experienced make-up and hair artist.
“I studied Costume and Make-up for the Performing Arts at The London College of Fashion and through various projects became more and more drawn to embellishment work. I planned my own wedding during my final year and was seduced by the possibilities offered within the industry to satisfy my passion for beading and also continue to use my make-up an hair skills. The two sides of my business work so well together.
I find it quite hard to pin down my style, sometimes pretty, sometimes sophisticated but always elegant and more often than not influenced by the golden age of Hollywood and history of costume.
I love my work and still get a thrill every time I see a photo from a bride wearing my accessories, that’s what I love, seeing how a bride makes a piece her own.
Inspiration for new designs can fly into my head at any time. Sometimes it’s sparked by something I see in a book, film or museum and sometimes it’s simply by beautiful new gems and pearls that I source. When I get a new idea, I can’t bead fast enough to see the finished results! I can’t think of a career I’d prefer. I get to be creative which is what makes me tick, while being in touch with happy and excited brides, who’s enthusiasm is infectious!”
