Atelier 5 Couture - Manchester

Kelly McNee

Yifan made me in to a princess … my fairy Godmother!

Me and my husband were having a Beauty and the Beast wedding based on the 2017 live action film, so of course I wanted the dress! I didn't think it was possible to recreate Belles dress … until I met Yifan. The dress was unbelievable and everyone was complimenting me on it all day. It even won my mother over who was concerned I'd chosen yellow. I had faith in Yifan every step of the way though. The whole process was wonderful from start to finish and she always kept me informed, calm, and happy. She is not only so talented, but just a lovely person. It was a delight meeting her and working with her on my special dress. I honestly cannot thank her enough for all her hard work, and for the huge part she played in the wedding; creating the dress of my dreams. Because of her I really felt like princess Belle for the day. The only down side is I can't wear it everyday!

Jen Smollett

Yifan is amazing! Working with her made me feel so much more confident.

Before I worked with Yifan, I had no idea what colours suited me, but I knew that some of my clothes, just didn’t look right. I had started to move towards comfort over style, opting for baggy clothes that covered my growing curves.

Yifan opened my eyes to what was possible for me, to feel good in my clothes again - I started wearing my colours, and started styling my outfits in a way that accentuated my figure and it felt amazing! Straight away friends and family started to comment on how confident I looked, now I look forward to getting dressed in a morning because I know what works for me!

I cannot recommend Yifan highly enough, she will put you at ease, teach you all you need to know and make you feel fabulous!

Laura Cheers

I was lucky enough to work with Yifan at two recent photo shoots. For bespoke and beautiful hand crafted wedding gowns that ooze elegance and class, then Yifan is the dress designer for you and your wedding and/or special occasion. Every detail is just phenomenal, thought about and planned for. You will see this in the end result, the dresses are simply stunning. I highly recommend her to everyone.

Sarah Brennan

Before working with Yifan I was basically living in black leggings or my pj's. I had zero style, no clue about body shapes, or clothes that went well and zero interest in colour. Black was the way to go! It was slimming, easy and showed no part of yourself. As someone with chronic pain clothes was just a hindrance and I didn't think there was clothes that I could be comfy in other than my leggings.
Working with Yifan was an eye opener. She supports you through the whole process while cheering you on. Yifan encourages play and creativity, she gives you the permission needed to let yourself explore different colours and fabrics and styles and to find your own unique, authentic style while doing it. I learned that I didn't have a 'style' because it is a blend of a few of different 'fashion trend styles'. I didn't belong to one label. I now have multiple outfit choices that I can feel good in that are still super comfortable and fit into my life dealing with my pain and I now have colour in my wardrobe!

Louise Donnelly

Yifan made me the most beautiful dress for my brother's wedding! I wasn't the easiest customer, and kept changing my mind about things, but nothing was too much trouble for Yifan and the result was my dream dress! I've had so many compliments on it, so thank you! I'll definitely be back!

Anne Roberts

I cannot recommend highly enough. Yifan made me the most exquisite wedding dress and wearing it was easily one of my favourite aspects of my wedding. Everyone commented on it's beauty and stunning lace detail. Yifan is extremely talented and made sure the dress was exactly as I had always imagined. She drove all the way from Chester to my home in Manchester for my fittings and as well as enjoying seeing my dress develop, seeing Yifan was always a pleasure too. She is so calm and made it clear that making me feel and look wonderul was her main focus. Thank you so much Yifan.

John Hen

I'd like to highly recommend Yifan at Atelier 5 by Yifan Nairn. As a business owner at Henshaw's House of Cocoa, I regularly go to networking meetings and thought I'd treat myself to a styling and colour consultation as I felt after years of wearing black or white and workwear I needed to inject some colour and style into my life and wardrobe. Not having much time when I shop I wanted a clearer plan of what to buy. I must say Yifan is fab! She came up with some great ideas for me, together with colours I wouldn't normally go for. Yifan also gave me tips on how to find suitable styles quickly and not to be overwhelmed by the masses of clothes to choose from. The consultation was brilliant and I can't wait to go shopping for my new outfits. Thank you so much Yifan x
Nicola Henshaw

Myroula Michael

I was fortunate enough to see a range of the Atelier 5 Couture dresses at a recent bridal shoot we worked on together. The intricate detail of each dress is so beautiful. Yifan is an incredibly talented designer and I am so pleased to have had the opportunity to work together. Thank you for a great day Yifan!