Nico Willoughby-Smith Fashion Designer Bassonia, Johannesburg  

Thank you so much, Nico. I came to you with my dress that was extremely big, and you really worked miracles for me to ensure that everything was how I dreamed it should be, making me look so, so beautiful on my wedding day. It's all from your hard work, great communication throughout the whole process. I would recommend you to anyone. Thank you so much!!

We are very happy with Nico's designs and hard work. He took on the challenge with passion and commitment.

The best fashion designers we have had the privilege of working with. Nico is incredible, not only in his workmanship, but in his creativity and insight into fashion.

We had a wedding that was a week away and the bridesmaid dress that was sent was completely wrong. The dress was too long, the top was too small and it was stitched together skew.

We called Nico explained the situation, he made an immediate appointment with us and gave us a full rundown of the options we had.

We opted for a new dress and to try and fix the old dress. Within 2 days, Nico had sourced the material, put an amazing dress together and called us for a fitting. My fiancee's bridesmaid dress was perfect and the very next evening the dress was ready to be collected.

Nico has a magic wand, because the following day he had somehow fixed the old dress. With his knowledge of fashion and his understanding of fabrics, he turned an absolute disaster into something great!
2 dresses in under 1 week!
100/10!

Nico is absolutely outstanding. His passion and professionalism shines through from the very first consultation. He made the impossible happen and was willing to assist me after hours and during peak-season. I would highly recommend Nico for any fashion needs you may have 100%.

An excellent experience, very accommodating and was able to ensure I have a perfect outfit within the timeline. An awesome person to work with and will definitely recommend his services. Thank you Nico !!!! Really appreciate your dedication to your work...

There is only one description for Nico - Spirit Fingers. I can only imagine if he had in his possession a Magic Wand - Heavenly Dress Designs ... WOW Factor. Nico's personality just adds more. 5? not enough 10? Definitely

Nico is a master and the masterpiece that he created within a week was absolutely magnificent. My daughters dress was absolutely perfect. Thank you for being so welcoming and making my daughters day so special. Nico you are simply tbe best.

Nico made my evening dress with a space of two weeks and it was perfect. Loved every inch of it!

Designer cushions for patio and outside area. Just the best. So very happy. Excellent work

What a lovely man Nico is. He is passionate about creating and using his own unique ideas. Something plain turns into a work of art. Thank you for my lovely wedding dress.

Wow wow wow
Nico thank you so much for my dress it is looking amazing.
You managed to pull off something amazing within 2 weeks.
Your service, friendliness and professionalism was out of this world always keeping me up to date to the very last minute I collected my dress.
I'll definitely be back..

Outstanding! Nico was able to create a beautiful garment in a very short time frame suited to my exact body type. Taking my preferences and insecurities into close consideration, the dress Nico designed was perfect. Incredible service and beautifully made. So happy with the final result !!

Passionate. Professional. Great eye for detail. Understand client needs and vision. Exceptional quality work. Very grateful that i found him.

I have had the privilege to work with Nico Willoughby Smith on several project, involvi9ng the supply of designer garments for both men and Women. Nico's ability to visualise and understand the objective and transcribe it into a master piece beyond your original vision.
It is so gratifying to experience the dedication and the commitment to service delivery of a quality, truly classic piece. The biggest gratification, though, comes from the reaction that Nico experiences when he realises that he has just overwhelmed the client with the absolute beauty in the garment delivered. I would without a shadow of a doubt recommend Nico to anyone wanting to have that special garment made - a garment by Nico is like being on the red carpet every time you wear it.

Dress design. Beautifully custom made dresses to suit any personality and body shape. Service with a smile. Nico is very friendly and bubbly and makes you feel comfortable and confident.

Nico made my wedding dress and he created exactly what I wanted. he was efficient, reliable and reasonably priced! He also made my daughter's dress and my garter. Would only use him to make me dress, I cannot possibly trust anyone else. You will never be disappointed by his interpretations of your dream outfit!

Nico's commitment to making the experience as memorable for me as possible was incredible. He listens to your needs but also gives his advice and ideas. I will recommend him over and over again!

Nico knows how to make a girl shine in any fabric. He is a very professional designer and he is brilliant in his designs.

Nico made my 50th birthday dress in 2021. His service was SUPER EXCELLENT ?? I enjoyed every fitting session. He kept me posted in every little step? On the 29th May I was drop dead gorgeous, I looked like a queen ????

Nico designed my matrix farewell dress . He was so kind and offers great service . My dress is breath taking and I am involve with my dress till today . He was patient with me through the whole process . I recommend all my friends and family to Nico .

Nico did an amazing job and created the dress both me and my daughter envisioned…and somehow managed to make it even more spectacular. He is amazing to work with, so talented! He will be doing my other daughters matric farewell dresses too.

By far the best of the best, I just Loved working with Nico on my Wedding dress and still treasure the drawing of the design he made. Not only did I feel completely comfortable in the dress, but he made it just for me, every aspect of my dress was made to compliment my figure. And in the process, I made a beautiful, trustworthy and honest friend. I would recommend him to anyone, of any size. He just knows what he is doing and is a master when it comes to working with material. Magic happens when going in for your 1st fitting. You will not regret working with Nico from start to finish.

Nico created and made my 2 daughters matric outfits and wedding gowns. We were very happy with his Profesional and friendly service. I will recommend him anytime, how small or big your fashion needs.

Ralph Lauren once said "I don't design clothes. I design dreams." I never understood that concept until meeting Nico Willoughby-Smith. I believe a man's dreams are an index to his greatness. Nico truly oozes style & class of an exceptional level. Nico you made every dream of mine & some much more come true when creating the beyond perfect dress I never could have possibly envisioned. Thank you Nico for making me feel like a Queen from start to finish!