WEDDINGS COUTURIER GOWNS FOR EVERY BRIDE
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very Bride knows that it is the gown that makes the day glorious and the style and creating are the essence of a exquisite wedding dress. That being so, it is vital that the dressmaker be experienced and have that ineffable thing called ‘flair’. Of course, there are ‘off the peg’ dresses, but a made to measure uniquely designed gown is the essential for every bride wanting to dominate her day. One option is the bespoke couturier, a perfect example being the one in Mundaring. A stunning contemporary studio set in the Jarrah forrest forms a delightful backdrop for unique creations and exquisite bridal fabrics. In this intimate and relaxed setting you can lounge on a luxurious leather sofa, while telling Francisca how you see your wedding dress. The process begins with browsing through a collection of magnificent silk fabrics, gorgeous delicate laces, and intricate beadwork segments, many of them bought overseas. She will then create a design sketched with you in mind, capturing your personality and fashion style, all combined to fit the theme and look of your wedding. Standing in front of floor-to-ceiling floating mirrors she will play and try various selected fabrics to see which dress line looks the most flattering. Francisca can style your entire look: veil or headpiece, tulle embellished fingerless gloves, lace ankle decorations, decorated bridal shoes and more. You may think this may be too rich for your pocket, but a designer dress from
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Francisca costs little more than a standard dress bought from a shop. For brides who want to look different and indulge in the luxury of having a dress created just for you, a visit to this designer studio could be very rewarding. And not just brides. The Mother of the Brides may also avail themselves of this service. Photograph Credits: Francisca Bonsel