An exclusive bridal boutique in Minchinhampton has been acquired by new owners.

The White Room, which sells luxury wedding dresses by internationally acclaimed designers including Jenny Packham and Suzanne Neville, has been bought by business partners Zoey Jayaweera and Alex Caudle.

Former customers include the Queen's granddaughter, Zara Phillips, who chose her wedding gown from The White Room for her marriage to ex-England rugby captain Mike Tindall in 2011.

Zoey and Alex acquired The White Room, established in 2009, from the shop's founders, with advice from law firm Meade King. Zoey is a former dental practice manager and qualified personal stylist, while Alex has a background in retail fashion and beauty.

Local solicitor Alexander Hall, a partner in Meade King's company and commercial team who lives in the neighbouring village of Woodchester, advised the duo on the acquisition and share purchase agreement.

Minchinhampton resident Zoey said: "We knew Alexander because he advised my husband on the sale of his dental business in Birmingham. Alexander specialises in advising businesses nationally, both large and small, so we were really pleased he was able to assist us.

"We're absolutely thrilled to now be running The White Room and we have some exciting plans to expand our range and announce new designers."

Alexander Hall said: "It's been a pleasure working with Zoey and Alex on this venture in my backyard. They have boundless energy and entrepreneurial spirit and I am sure they will be very successful in their future plans for The White Room. Not many businesses can claim to have had members of the Royal Family as customers, so I'm delighted to have helped them acquire this exclusive bridal boutique."

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