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Karen Forte at Verona
House
Karen Forte first opened her doors in 1999. Her daughter, Willow, works full time in the business with Karen alongside a team of ten dedicated sales consultants.
Situated on the main A1198 at Bassingbourn between Royston and Huntingdon, and only 13 miles South West from the centre of Cambridge, the shop is easily accessible. The nearest train station is Royston, a five minute drive from the shop. There is also a large free car park at the rear of Karen Forte
Catering for any special occasion; Wedding outfits, including Mothers-of-the-Bride and Groom, Brides, Bridesmaids and Flowergirls, Evening Wear, and Prom Dresses. A full range of accessories including, Shoes, Handbags, Hats and Fascinators are always in stock.
An in-house alteration service is also available. |

We have an appointment system for Brides. You can also book an appointment for Bridesmaids or Mothers' of the Bride/Groom to ensure a one-on-one-consultation with one of our style advisors. |
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Customer Testimonials
Over the years, we have accumulated hundreds of comments, cards, and photographs from customers and here are just a few...!
Wedding 2nd April 2011 - Claire Ginn (Nee Martin)
"To all at Karen Forte, Thank you so much for all your help. We had a fantastic day!! I loved my dress and did not want to take it off at the end of the night. Once I get it back from the cleaners I shall prbably wear it around the house on a Saturday night as it is far too gorgeous to put away!"
Wedding 18th September 2010 - Tanya Rix
"To all the ladies, Thank youfor all your hard work on my dress. We had an amazing day and I loved my dress so much"
Wedding 27th August 2010 - Becky Pilditch
"Dear Karen, Lisa, Ruta, Mary, and all the girls who were so helpful when I had my dress fittings and in choosing a veil for my wedding in August last year. If only I had another reason to wear my gorgeous 'Charlotte' MiaMia dress again!"
30th April 2010 - Robyn and Jamie
Read about their marriage full of military style and view the pictures by clicking on the link below:
http://www.lovemydress.net/blog/2010/04/a-marriage-full-of-military-style.html
Wedding 28th November 2009 - Stephanie Knowles
"To all at Karen Forte, Just to say thank you for all your help for my wedding and bridesmaid dresses. You were all so very helpful and kind and made the stresses of organising a wedding that little easier, so thank you."
23rd July 2009 - Lindsey and Dave
Read and view pictures of their wedding by clicking on the link below:
http://www.tamarakuzminski.com/blog/20090723/lindsey-and-dave-wedding-offley-place-hertfordshire/
13th October 2007 - Rachel Harris and Lee Croome
Read about their Italian wedding and see the pictures by clicking on the link below:
http://www.perfectweddingmag.com/article/italian-style?page=23
6th August 2005 - Jo and Jason Gates
"We would just like to say a huge thank you to you all, for all the hard work and help you gave us in making our wedding day so special. Everybody full enjoyed the whole day. We can't thank you enough"
Sarah Haynes (Nee Perrin)
"To Karen, Many thanks for all your help with my wedding outift. I had many comments that it was the perfect dress for me... Despite the weather it was a truly magical day"
10th May - Elizabeth Beattie
"Dear Karen, I've been meaning to drop you a line to say thank you for your help in sorting out my wedding dress for the 6th of August. Having been let down originally, I had been feeling rather apprehensive...we wish we'd come to you in the first place!"
18th May 2004 - Katie Ladds
"I just wanted to write and thank you for your generous donation to my marathon run for Macmillan Cancer Relief. Thank you also for the two bridesmaid dresses - only two weeks to go now!"
July 2004 - Nell Kemish
"To all the staff at Karen Forte... thank you for all your care and attention towards making my wedding day so special. I loved my dress!"
2004 - Jennie Spenceley (Nee Abbott)
"I just wanted to say thank you for helping me find my dream dress! We had a fantastic day and thank you also for the card. (I might see you again soon when me friend comes to look for a wedding dress!!)"
28th December 2003 - Michelle Teasell
"Dear Karen, Thank you so much for such excellent service you gave me. The dresses, shoes, and jewellery all looked fabulous."
1st August 2003 - Alison, Natalie & Sharon
"To Karen and all the girls, We would like to say a very big 'Thank you' to you all for your help with Natalie and Sharon's dresses over the last few months. It was a truly 'personal' service. "
6th March 2003 - Fiona Patrick
"Dear Karen, This is jsut a note to thank you and your staff for looking after us so well when we came to find a dress for Laura. I think we could have brought half a dozen of your dresses and it was huge fun being able to try on so many different styles and colours."
21st October 2001 - Sophie DeNunzio (Nee Brand)
"Dear Karen, Than you so much for all your help with the bridesmaid dresses, they looked absolutely beautiful, everyone has said what a great choice I made, but it was your help with putting the accessories together that helped make it work!"
Tracey Bryson
"Thank you so much for tracking down my dream dress for me even though it had been discontinued. You customer service is 'second-to-none'."
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Customer Photographs
If you have any comments about your experience at Karen Forte or a photograph you would to share of a dress or outfit you have purchased from Karen Forte, then email Willow at willow@karenforte.com with the details.







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