FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW FAR AHEAD SHOULD I ORDER MY CUSTOM PIECE?

TYPICAL LEAD TIME FOR A CUSTOM BRIDAL GOWN IS 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO WEDDING DATE. OTHER CUSTOM GARMENTS REQUIRE 1-3 MONTHS INCLUDING FITTINGS. TIME FRAME TRULY DEPENDS ON THE FABRIC AVAILABILITY, NUMBER OF FITTINGS, AND INTRICACY OF DESIGN.

WHAT ARE THE STEPS & TIME FRAME FOR A CUSTOM PIECE?

CONSULTATION & MEASUREMENTS - 6 months out

MUSLIN FITTING - 4 months out

2ND MUSLIN FITTING* - 3 months out

FIRST FITTING - 2 months out

SECOND FITTING* - 1 month out

FINAL FITTING & PICK UP - 2 WEEKs before event date

*these are optional and recommended if you plan on ANY CHANGES TO YOUR FIGURE

HOW MUCH IS A CUSTOM BRIDAL GOWN?

CUSTOM Bridal GOWNS CAN range from $1500 TO $4000+. SINCE EVERY BRIDAL GOWN IS CUSTOMIZED AND COMPLETELY DIFFERENT FROM THE NEXT, PLEASE SUBMIT AN INQUIRY WITH ALL YOUR INSPIRATION TO GET A BETTER COST ESTIMATION. IN MOST SITUATIONS, I AM ABLE TO FIND YOU AN OPTION WITHIN YOUR BUDGET.

WHAT ARE OTHER CUSTOM PIECE PRICE POINTS?

price POINTS for other custom pieces:                                                                         
Garter: $35-$150                                                                                                                               
Veil: $85-$360
HEADPIECE: $35-$100    
Flower Girl: $175-$600
BRIDESMAID/MOTHER OF THE BRIDE OR GROOM DRESS: $250-$1,500
BRIDESMAID/MOTHER OF THE BRIDE OR GROOM GOWN: $300 -$2000

WHAT PURCHASES QUALIFY TO GIVE  TO CHARITY?

ALL CUSTOM ORDERS PAID FOR AFTER JULY 2018 WILL HAVE A PERCENTAGE OF THE TOTAL GIVEN TO THE  ASPCA®.  THE DONATION is calculated before taxes. PIECES that are made as a professional trade OR PURCHASED FROM THE STOCK COLLECTION DO NOT APPLY.

MORE QUESTIONS? SUBMIT A QUESTION FORM BELOW!

ADVICE FROM THE DESIGNER

HAVE A BUDGET IN MIND

Don't SPEND TOO MUCH time trying on a bunch of gowns out of your price range. STAY FOCUSED on your price point so you can spend more time editing down the amazing options you can actually afford. Remember, your dress budget WILL include the gown, FITTINGS/alterations, taxes and shipping fees. plus you WILL MOST LIKELY WANT veil, shoes, lingerie and jewelry which can add up quickly.

START SHOPPING EARLY

IF YOU ARE VERY DECISIVE, You’ll need at least six to eight months to get your gown. HOWEVER, If you're LIKE ME [EXTREMELY picky], PLEASE start looking 8 to 10 months before your wedding. Why so much time? A muslin version of a custom gown is created before the actual dress to guarantee a perfect fit. So give yourself a cushion—if you put dress shopping off for too long, CUSTOM DESIGN MAY NOT BE AN OPTION FOR YOU. 

KEEP DRESS CODE IN MIND

You may need to consider religious restrictions when WE DESIGN your gown. If your ceremony is in a house of worship, find out whether there are any attire guidelines you're required to follow, such as covering your shoulders or arms. WE CAN WORK AROUND ANY RESTRICTIONS.

COME PREPARED FOR YOUR CONSULTATION

BEFORE MEETING, BE SURE TO TRY ON DIFFERENT PIECES OFF THE RACK TO PIN DOWN THE SILHOUETTE AND SHAPE THAT MOST FLATTERS YOU. TAKING PICTURES OF THESE ON YOU IS ALSO A GREAT IDEA TO SHARE WITH ME. KEEP TRACK OF DETAILS AND ELEMENTS THAT REFLECT WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THROUGH A PINTEREST BOARD OR COLLAGE TO SHARE WITH ME. 

LIMIT YOUR GUESTS AT FITTINGS

With all this in mind, it is suggested to not bring guests to your muslin fittingS. If you decide to be accompanied by guest(s), please limit only one guest whose opinions are important to you. Your final appointment is the time I actually recommend you bring your loved ones along to share in the moment.  

WEAR YOUR FINAL ACCESSORIES & UNDERGARMENT TO FITTINGS

I WILL TAKE YOUR ORIGINAL MEASUREMENTS AT THE FIRST CONSULTATION SO IT IS BEST TO WEAR SIMILAR UNDERGARMENTS TO THAT OF YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION.  THE CORRECT HEELS SHOULD ALSO BE WORN TO ALL FINAL FITTINGS TO ENSURE LEGNTH IS EXACTLY AS YOU NEED. ALSO BRINGING ALL YOUR FINAL ACCESSORIES TO THE LAST FITTING WILL HELP YOU SEE THE COMPLETE LOOK WE CREATED.

INHALE. EXHALE.

WE'VE GOT THIS! SIT BACK, RELAX, AND ENJOY THIS UNIQUE JOURNEY WE ARE EMBARKING ON TOGETHER. I AM HERE TO MAKE SURE ANY CONCERNS OR WORRIES YOU HAVE ARE DEALT WITH QUICKLY. YOU WILL COMPLETE THIS PROCESS WITH YOUR ONE OF A KIND PIECE IN HAND AND ONE LESS ITEM ON YOUR TO DO LIST.