Set in Germany just before the start of the World War 2 this one was intense and gripping. It included some great period suits, and the chorus at the Kit Kat club was colorful, raunchy, and action packed. Sequins, beads, feathers and lots of fringe.
Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors, two sets of twins makes double the fun! The director’s vision included masks and lots of color. I went wild with this idea and threw in colored wigs, glitter motorcycle jackets and patchwork pants.
Jenny's dress was a strapless silk 50's inspired creation. She got it on a great sale and was super excited. But also nervous because it was a heavy dress and she didn't want to have to keep pulling it up! I did a bust alteration to snug it up but we also decided to add [...]
Becca's dress had delicate mesh ruching on the bodice. I altered the top to bring it in around the bust line. I hemmed the dress and added a one point bustle option.
Natalie had a small wedding in the countryside of Wales. Take a look at the old stonework of their wedding reception pub!
A custom design. Julies dress was made from luscious silk and cotton fabrics. Beautifully natural. The Bride and I discussed the style and I met her in New York where she was living with a mock up and some proposed fabrics. We settled on the lace you see here, and the chiffon for the skirt. [...]
This bride came to me for some last minutes adjustments. She was from out of town and a few days before the wedding she tried the dress and realized it was too big! We managed to squeeze a few fittings into her packed schedule before the wedding day. We decided to add a corset to [...]
Wendy got her dress on a great sale and just needed a few touches to get the right fit. She was wearing flats for comfort and needed a hem. This one was tricky with the ruched skirt and lovely lace on the bottom but it turned out great! the bodice alteration also turned out quite [...]
I helped with both bride and groom attire at this wedding. Stephanie and Gabe wanted to surprise each other with their outfits on the wedding day but Stephanie was a little nervous that left totally on their own they might clash. So I helped to nudge the groom to something complementary to the bride. The [...]
Jessica Rose Sews- Alterations in Lexington VA 