HOW THEY WORE IT PART 1

The best part of having a blog is getting a chance to post some really great pictures of my clients in their dresses. Since today we'll be zoning in on the wonders of customized design I wanted to share a few thoughts on the subject. Customized means my client adores an overall design as it is but wants to finish it off herself by adding something as simple as an under slip, belt, bow, sash--lengthening, shortening and/or all those little details that make it original and unique to her. I learn so much from my clients--most of all every one of them has improved my work by the way she wears it. Here are some of my favorite takes

THE MIRA DRESS

How Elin Wore It

Pictured Below: Elin and Anton were married at Kalmar Castle in Sweden so I knew when I was working on this ivory and lace confection it was going to have to be storybook perfect. We changed out the gray sash for one in corresponding chiffon and used a lighter backing for the Chantilly lace. Those subtle changes were just stunning.

How Shell Wore It
Pictured Below: Totally tickled pink when I had the opportunity to design Shell's wedding dress knowing the Manhattan Skyline would be backdrop. Shell and Sean both love NY and wanted to find a venue that showcased their love of the city. Shell particularly wanted the vintage vibe of The Mira Dress and added short white gloves as well as a birdcage veil held in place by a plumed flower.

THE MARISOL DRESS

How Suzi Wore It

Below: Suzi loved the opaqueness of this bodice and pictured The Marisol Dress would work with the majestic backdrop of Yosemite and her wedding with Ian. She swapped the self belt out for a navy blue sash and shoes. Sometimes the simplest changes are the best . . . .

How Joanna Wore It

Below: I love Joannna's version of the Marisol Dress--short, sweet and full worn with a longish tulle veil bordered in lace. This dress was perfect when she and Dai were married in Aukland in fall.

THE APRIL DRESS

How Donna Wore It

Below: Donna had so many awesome design ideas I wanted to take her on as an assistant designer so I could pick her brains on a regular basis. I loved working with her. At first she was shy about asking whether it was okay to change the design around by adding red and purple polka dot peek-a-boo petticoats under embroidered ivory organza. The red satin belt paired with Vivienne Westwood shoes went perfectly with the Vantetine's Day theme. Though the April Dress is a gemmie all on it's own, I loved the changes she added . . . .