Couture dresses offer a tailored look. I have never met a bride who wants to look like "everybody else." The word "couture" automatically triggers the word "cost." Yes, you may pay a little more for a tailor-made gown, but let's consider the comparison. Store bought dresses are generically designed. A person's body is not generically designed. If you purchase an off the hanger dress, you will pay for alterations. This cost could easily feed into getting a dress tailored made. If you know someone who sews well, get measured. Give yourself at least 4 months for the finished product. A good seamstress will take about 4 - 6 months, especially if s/he has a number of clients. If you decide to hire someone to design your dress, get a contract. The number of fittings and the final gown delivery date should be determined. The entire process is an experience that every woman should have.
I recently made a dress for one of my November brides. She choose a simple look. The fabric was a cream colored Indian silk with Italian lace one shoulder overlay. It took me about four weeks. Through the process, she came over for three fittings. Every fitting, she teared up saying, "It's so pretty. I feel like a bride!"
That's what every seamstress wants to hear.
Taste in fashion is personal. As you can probably tell, I am more prone to have a dress designed and hand made than to buy from the rack. Weddings or other special events deserve that extra special attention.
Get a dress that accentuates your body shape. The goal on your wedding day is to look good and feel comfortable enough to freely move around. Brides do a lot of hugging and bending over. Take this into account when choosing off the shoulder dresses. Every woman should want to feel "pretty."
Choose a stunning look, fabric that fits your body type, and a dress/gown that people will talk about (in a positive way) long passed the wedding day.
Happy planning!
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