I made this couture wedding dress in Surrey for Toni (during the dreaded Covid times). We went for something romantic, feminine and whimsical, in layered silk organza and soft satins.
For this design, I chose a boned bodice with a straight neckline that then dips at the back. The top layer of this dress is made of delicately gathered silk organza. I caught it down in soft folds all over the bodice and allowed the fabric to fan out organically above the neckline. The skirt falls very full and extends into a long, layered train. The beautiful balloon sleeves were also made from the same airy, silk organza. Just so fluffy and soft. And the sleeves are removable, meaning the bride can have the full drama during the ceremony, and practicality during the wedding breakfast.
This dress is just such a show stopper! Both romantic and modern. Simple but completely unique.
Photographer – Emma Jane Photography
Making a Couture Wedding Dress in Surrey
This is the design I sent over to the bride, Toni, before I got started on making the dress.
Here is part of the process of constructing the organza layer of the dress. I allowed the fabric to lead the way – pinning where the folds naturally offered themselves, leading to these organic waves.
I designed the base of this dress as a simple, satin slip. Here you can see the process of adding the organza to the top, and then the bottom.
Below is from the final fitting, where Toni tried on the finished dress for the first time. You can also see how the dress looks when the train is hooked up using the bustle hook.
Are you looking for more modern fairytale inspiration? Here is another wedding dress I made with ornate detachable balloon sleeves. For brides interested in a bit of drama, this organza waterfall wedding dress might be right up your street.
Is this couture wedding dress in Surrey bringing up thoughts of runaway princesses and white knights? Then get in touch and let’s make those storybook dreams come true.
