Wedding gown in eyelet cotton with a splash of color

The straps are softly gathered where they join the bodice to cap the shoulders, the blue in the bodice is framed in an optional lace that would trim the neck and below the bodice (hence my hatch marks), the skirt is full, and then the train is either dip-dyed (as painted) or enhanced with a godet insert that adds fullness to the back.

Est Price: $275 (heirloom quality sewing)

Satin formal gown and cocktail dress

Purple stretch satin cocktail dress, 2008, see previous post (college dresses) for intended fit. Fawn-colored rayon satin gown is bias cut, minimal support garments required.

Black lace formal gowns

Intended for wear over other formal foundations, such as spaghetti strapped or sheath-type gowns.

Blue Velvet Gown, December 2008

This dress was made for a harp concert in December. It has subsequently been worn to several other events, including dances (note the last picture). Skirt is flared, with multiple godet inserts for extra fullness and grace. Panne Velvet, unlined. Est. Price: $100.00

Full Length

Bodice Detail

Yes, indeed it is a Very Full Skirt.

Silk and Lace MOB ensemble for Dec. 2007 wedding

Yes, the pictures are of a terrible quality - my workroom had appalling light, and my camera weighed about an ounce, it was such a tiny inexpensive thing. But I digress. Unstructured, silk charmeuse under a lined lace jacket. Hand sewn pearl buttons and loops, pieced lace edging with hand finishing. Est. price: $300