DRESSIGNER - Custom Dressmaking & Alterations of Bridal Dresses & Wedding Gowns by Dressmaker & Seamstress Malgo - custom dress design "Imagination is more important than knowledge.Knowledge is limited, imagination encircles the world." -Albert Einstein consultation Consultation is free of charge and by appointment only. First, I would advise you trying on dresses in a shop and finding examples of what you really like. You can have someone take pictures of your favorites and pencil in any changes or details you want added. Collecting and bringing photos from the magazines of necklines, bodices, skirts, and trains is cruicial, and helps you communicate in presenting your own ideas. I will discuss your prefrences and vision. I will educate and help you determine what style works best for your individual silhouette as well as in the selection of fabrics and appliques. You may choose them from the samples I offer, or decide to purchase your own. Your detailed measurements will be taken at the first consultation; it's extremely important to wear your best fitting undergarments at that time. You will receive a written contract specifying your gown, including a firm price. A down payment of 25% is required before my work begins and subsequent payments at the time of each fitting. custom gown fittings You will take part in the entire designing and creating process. Each gown requires 3-8 fittings, depending on its complexity. At your first, and most important, fitting you will be presented with a muslin version of your gown. Then the major adjustments to the pattern will be done. Each fitting will bring you closer to the gown you envision. As you watch your dream gown come to life, you may add or change some of its details. It's essential to bring your shoes and best fitting foundation garments to each of your fittings. This will ensure that you will get that perfect fit on your special day. Undergarments can make a difference of up to 2 inches on hemline or waist and also show if dress will be too revealing in any area. Allow up to three months for the completion of your creation.

custom dress design

"Imagination is more important than knowledge.

Knowledge is limited, imagination encircles the world."

-Albert Einstein

consultation

Consultation is free of charge and by appointment only. First, I would advise you trying on dresses in a shop and finding examples of what you really like. You can have someone take pictures of your favorites and pencil in any changes or details you want added. Collecting and bringing photos from the magazines of necklines, bodices, skirts, and trains is cruicial, and helps you communicate in presenting your own ideas. I will discuss your prefrences and vision. I will educate and help you determine what style works best for your individual silhouette as well as in the selection of fabrics and appliques. You may choose them from the samples I offer, or decide to purchase your own. Your detailed measurements will be taken at the first consultation; it's extremely important to wear your best fitting undergarments at that time. You will receive a written contract specifying your gown, including a firm price. A down payment of 25% is required before my work begins and subsequent payments at the time of each fitting.

custom gown fittings

You will take part in the entire designing and creating process. Each gown requires 3-8 fittings, depending on its complexity. At your first, and most important, fitting you will be presented with a muslin version of your gown. Then the major adjustments to the pattern will be done. Each fitting will bring you closer to the gown you envision. As you watch your dream gown come to life, you may add or change some of its details. It's essential to bring your shoes and best fitting foundation garments to each of your fittings. This will ensure that you will get that perfect fit on your special day. Undergarments can make a difference of up to 2 inches on hemline or waist and also show if dress will be too revealing in any area. Allow up to three months for the completion of your creation.

fabrics

For clients ordering custom garments I have a wide selection of fabric samples to choose from: 102 colors of several kinds of silk, over 60 colors of bridal satin, over 70 colors of chiffon, and much more. They can be ordered from my vendors. I strongly advise not purchasing any fabrics prior to consultation. The fabric quality, texture or fibers may not be suitable for the chosen style of a dress. It's a great idea to bring swatches of fabrics you wish to purchase for the consultation.

laces & embroideries

I offer bauriful beaded embroideries, trims and appliques which I import from France, Spain, Poland and India (the pictures show some examples); they are tulles and organzas embroidered with swarovski crystals, pearls, sequins and beads. There are several online fabric stores with the great selections of laces and rhinestones from Asia which mey be ordered to decorate your garment.

dress flowers

I import very beautiful and unique hand made fabric dress flowers from Europe. They are made out of taffetas and chiffons of several colors. They may be ordered in any custom color and shape for you. Just take a look at those pictures. You may view the catalogue with more designs when visiting my studio.

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