A wedding garter is a beautiful bridal tradition that adds a touch of romance and intimacy to your special day. Whether worn as your something blue, a keepsake to treasure, or simply as a secret luxury beneath your dress, a handmade bridal garter is an elegant finishing touch that completes your wedding look.
At Britten we handcraft wedding garters with meticulous attention to detail. Every garter is individually made in our Bath workshop using the finest materials—from delicate French lace to lustrous silk satin. We understand that your wedding day accessories should be as special as you are, which is why we create garters that are both beautiful and comfortable to wear throughout your celebration.
Whether you're looking for a classic lace garter, a personalised keepsake with your wedding date, or an elegant blue garter to fulfil the beloved tradition, our collection offers styles that blend timeless elegance with contemporary design. Each piece is crafted with care, ensuring you have something truly special to wear on your wedding day and keep forever.
Our collection includes a stunning range of bridal garter styles to suit every bride's taste and wedding theme. Our blue wedding garters provide the perfect something blue—from subtle hints of powder blue ribbon to elegant navy satin bows. For brides who love romance and texture, our lace bridal garters feature exquisite patterns in French and English lace, creating heirloom pieces you'll treasure long after your wedding day.
Our silk wedding garters offer understated luxury with a beautiful sheen and incredibly soft feel against the skin. For brides wanting a truly unique keepsake, our personalised bridal garters can be embroidered with your wedding date, initials, or a special message—creating a meaningful memento of your special day.
We also offer wedding garter sets featuring two coordinating garters—one to keep and one to toss if you're incorporating the traditional garter toss into your reception. Our garters come in ivory, white, champagne, and blush tones to perfectly match your dress, with blue accents available for your something blue.
The wedding garter tradition dates back centuries and remains a beloved part of many wedding celebrations today. Historically, the garter was considered good luck, and guests would try to obtain a piece of the bride's clothing as a token of fortune. The tradition evolved into the bride wearing a garter specifically for the groom to remove and toss to unmarried male guests—much like the bouquet toss for unmarried women.
Modern brides embrace the wedding garter in different ways. Some keep the tradition of the garter toss, making it a fun moment during the reception. Others choose to skip the toss entirely, wearing their garter as a private luxury and personal keepsake. Many brides purchase a garter set—one elegant keepsake garter to treasure forever and a simpler toss garter if they want to participate in the tradition. However you choose to incorporate your wedding garter, it's a beautiful accessory that adds an extra layer of romance to your bridal attire.
Choosing the right bridal garter comes down to comfort, style, and how you plan to wear it. Consider when and where you'll remove your garter—if you're doing a garter toss, you might want a garter that's easy to reach and remove gracefully. If it's purely for you, focus on comfort and what makes you feel beautiful.
Think about your dress colour when selecting your garter. Ivory and champagne garters complement warm-toned dresses, while bright white garters suit stark white gowns. If you're wearing your garter as your something blue, decide whether you want a bold blue statement or a subtle hint of blue peeking through ivory lace.
Comfort is essential—you'll be wearing your garter for hours, so choose something that sits comfortably without digging in or slipping down. Our garters feature soft elastic that stretches to fit without leaving marks, and our lace is backed with smooth satin so it feels gentle against your skin. We offer various sizes to ensure a perfect, comfortable fit for every bride.
Every handmade wedding garter in our collection is individually crafted in our workshop just outside Bath, using materials chosen for their quality and beauty. We work with genuine silk, French lace, and premium satin ribbons to create garters that look exquisite and feel wonderful to wear.
Sarah personally oversees quality control for every garter, checking stitching, elastic tension, and finishes before they're packaged. This hands-on approach to creating quality bridal garters means you receive something truly special—not mass-produced, but made with care specifically for your wedding day. Our garters are designed to be comfortable enough to wear throughout your celebration, with soft elastic that stays in place without pinching.
Wedding garters are traditionally worn on the left thigh, positioned a few inches above the knee. This placement is comfortable, secure, and easily accessible if you're planning a garter removal. However, there's no strict rule—wear your garter wherever feels most comfortable and secure for you.
If you're doing a garter toss, consider wearing two garters—your keepsake garter higher up and a simpler toss garter lower down. This way, you can keep your beautiful lace or personalised garter while tossing one to your guests. For dresses with high slits, position your garter carefully so it creates a pretty peek without being too visible as you walk.
Many of our bridal garters can be personalised to make your wedding day accessories truly unique. Our personalised garters can feature embroidered text—your wedding date, initials, a meaningful phrase, or your new married name. This creates a beautiful keepsake that captures the details of your special day.
If you have specific requirements or would like to discuss customisation options, please contact us when ordering. We can advise on the best options for your vision and can often accommodate special requests to ensure your garter is exactly what you've dreamed of.
We ship our handmade wedding garters worldwide, with free delivery on UK orders over £100 and complimentary shipping to the USA. Brides in Australia and across the globe can also enjoy fast international delivery. We understand wedding timelines, so UK customers can receive their garters in as little as five days, while international orders typically arrive within 7-10 days.
Our generous return policy gives you complete peace of mind. 30 days for UK orders and 45 days for US and international deliveries. Garters must be unworn and in their original condition with all packaging. With thousands of verified reviews from brides around the world, our wedding garters combine exceptional British craftsmanship with customer care you can trust.
Visit our real brides gallery to see how other brides styled their Britten garters on their wedding day. If you need help choosing the perfect garter, get in touch—we're here to help you find your perfect match.
