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Everything She Seams…

Everything She Seams…

A journal documenting all of my creative projects: making couture wedding gowns for brides in NYC, and whatever else I can carve out the time and patience to create!

Tag: custom gown

A Tale of Two Pillows, Part 2: A Wedding Anniversary Gift For One of My Brides

My last post was about the first pillow I ever made. This post is about the last pillow that I made (perhaps latest is the better word… Read more “A Tale of Two Pillows, Part 2: A Wedding Anniversary Gift For One of My Brides”

May 31, 2016May 31, 2016 by Colette

Avi’s Moroccan Inspired Wedding Gown

When I first met Avi she told me the sweetest story of how her fiancé had proposed to her: he had taken her on a surprise trip… Read more “Avi’s Moroccan Inspired Wedding Gown”

March 2, 2016March 4, 2016 by Colette

What’s a Design Consultation Like?

Since people often ask me how do they go about having me make a gown for them I thought I’d write about a particularly memorable bridal consultation… Read more “What’s a Design Consultation Like?”

May 9, 2014May 9, 2014 by Colette

Taking Measurements for a Couture Gown

Most people think that all you need to know to find a piece of clothing that fits is your size — or at most, your bust, waist,… Read more “Taking Measurements for a Couture Gown”

March 21, 2011March 24, 2011 by Colette

Colette – St. James, Barbados

Colette came to me with an interesting design and logistical challenge: she would be 7.5 months pregnant on her wedding day! This is a portrait I drew… Read more “Colette – St. James, Barbados”

February 28, 2011April 18, 2011 by Colette

Lisa – Toronto, Ontario

Lisa came to me looking for something long and slender, with a vintage 1920’s or 30’s feel. I made her gown from bias-cut silk charmeuse and complemented… Read more “Lisa – Toronto, Ontario”

February 24, 2011March 29, 2011 by Colette

Consider the Groom

Something that I think is critically important in determining what a bride is going to look best in is to know what her groom looks like and… Read more “Consider the Groom”

February 11, 2011April 16, 2011 by Colette

Carola – St. Moritz, Switzerland

This is what the Victorian Gown, currently featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, looks like on a real bride!

February 9, 2011April 18, 2011 by Colette

Anne Marie – New Canaan, CT

This bride wanted the Princess Dress, but was getting married in December in New York, so I made it with long sleeves. I think I like it… Read more “Anne Marie – New Canaan, CT”

February 9, 2011March 29, 2011 by Colette

I Love This Shot of My Sister’s Wedding Gown

I’m obsessed with how the fabric looks in this photo. It’s a gorgeous Italian silk double-faced duchesse satin that I specifically chose for its luster, which perfectly… Read more “I Love This Shot of My Sister’s Wedding Gown”

February 8, 2011April 16, 2011 by Colette

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