Though ostensibly a how-to manual on wedding gown construction, this magnificent book teaches all about advanced dressmaking skills, and its principles can be applied to creating many other types of haute-couture-style gowns. The very thorough text details all aspects of fabrics and construction: the unique characteristics of each type of fashion fabric, including extensive information [...]
Who is Lee? And why has she written a book on surviving marriage? While she intends to be whimsical and funny-the publisher, in fact, is marketing this to the Bridget Jones demographic-she comes off as snotty, shallow, and cold. She compares housewifery to slavery and insists that her flower- and jewelry-savvy husband is not gay, [...]
CYMBELINE Paris was founded over 30 years ago by three highly creative sisters-Evelyne, Chantal and Monique who decided to revolutionize the bridal industry. CYMBELINE goal was to provide wedding dresses for modern women, which would express her unique sense of style and personality. While ultra feminine and luxurious, Cymbeline dresses also flirt with modernity through [...]
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Sewing your own wedding gown is not as difficult as it may seem-there are some techniques to learn about the fabrics that you’ll use, some special ideas on how to work with lace, and directions for putting it all together. More details on this product
A Ravello gown combines the passion of Spanish Baroque with the refinement of cool art deco. Long, sensual bodice lines and dramatic cuts create an aura as mysterious as love itself.
The gowns are rich with exquisite materials. Moving away from the satins all too common in prêt-a-porter bridal; Ravello uses textured fabrics such as Silk [...]
These wedding gowns are for more informal events, such as destination or beach weddings, 2nd weddings or registry office ceremonies for those not wanting a large dress with a full train. There are many more styles available on our other pages. Try our Forever Yours Evening Dresses which can be made in Ivory or champagne [...]
The Augusta Jones wedding dresses are defined by contemporary clean lines with a twist – usually in the form of an unexpected bejeweled detail. Started in early 1999 by Charlotte Leung, her wedding dress label “Augusta Jones”, set out to do things differently. She needed a range of bridal gowns that would fulfill three basic [...]
Widely recognized for his evening gowns and wedding gowns, Angel Sanchez has created an international, prestigious brand. His well-known architectural style coupled with being contemporary and feminine, has made Sanchez one of the most important fashion designers of the new international generation. Along with other designers from previous generations, like Oscar de la Renta and [...]
Amy Michelson wedding dresses or luxurious silk gowns are cut to look sexy, liquid and feminine. Sophisticated and elegant, Amy’s bias cut wedding gowns evoke the enchantment of Hollywood’s golden era, yet are fresh and of the moment.
Amy Michelson is a recipient of the prestigious Couture Bridal 2001 & 2003 Designer of The Year Award, [...]
