Category: The Guide

A little history, a little practical guidance, before you book. There’s a tradition behind the matching bridesmaid dress that has nothing to do with color coordination. Centuries ago, bridesmaids dressed… Continue reading Bringing Your Bridesmaids In

What a bustle actually is, and the timeline behind your final fitting. A bustle is simply the way a gown’s train is gathered onto the back of the gown and… Continue reading Understanding Your Alterations Timeline

Why unpreserved gowns yellow, and the window you have to prevent it. Wedding gowns don’t yellow simply because they age — they yellow because of what’s left behind in the… Continue reading Caring for Your Gown After the Aisle

What “family formal” actually means, and when to book. ‘Family formal’ is the phrase most invitations use, and it tells you less than you’d think. In practice, it means something… Continue reading The Mother of the Bride Gown, Done Right