A unique bridesmaid's dress has brought its designer national attention.

Jo Brown, 30, who runs Jo Brown Couture from her home in Edinburgh Road, St Leonards, will show her signature "duckling" design in the prestigious wedding magazines Brides and You And Your Wedding early next year.

The made-to-order dress has a silk bodice and a fluffy "tail" made of feathers.

Jo said: "It was my mum's idea. It was Easter and we were at a wedding fair. She said how nice it would be if the bridesmaids followed the bride like little ducklings."

Jo began her business three years ago with a Prince's Trust loan and start-up grant from the Government's New Entrepreneur Scholarship.