Let’s Work Together
Whether you simply need a hem altered on your bridal gown, have an heirloom piece you would like modernized, or simply can’t find exactly what you are looking for, Ashley and her team are able to help. Discover the ways you and Ashley can have a 1 on 1 experience.
Custom Couture
No Sizing, No Alterations. ALL Something You.
PROCESS:
+ Custom Consultation. 1 on 1 meeting with Ashley for goal setting and measurements. Book here.
+ Custom Quote.
+ Sketches. Pen sketches to focus on the style lines of desired couture.
+ Drawings. Color drawings to display fabric selection and style lines.
+ Fabric selection. ** Please note we have the ability to have custom, hand-beading made in India specifically for our clients. (8 week lead time for beading alone).
+ Muslin Construction. Patterning, cutting, and sewing of first mock up (muslin).
+ 1st fitting. This is the time to make minor changes and adjustments to design with Ashley.
+ Design changes. One round of patterning and minor design changes, i.e. shortening or lengthening of hem, neckline.
+ Final construction. Final cutting, sewing and proper finishing for garment.
+ Final pick up. Recommended to be no later than 2 weeks before the event date.
PRICE:
This item is made from scratch twice, to allow for any fit issues to be fixed, so please understand this is one of a kind, and made with love.
Quote can be given after a Custom Consultation.
50% non-refundable down payment of quote needed to begin work.
PRODUCTION TIME:
6 months from the event date, but subject to change based on difficulty and detail of the project.
**If Couture beading is needed, please add 4 months to your timeline.**
Reinventions
Creating a modern look out of something old.
PROCESS:
3-5 Stages of Fittings:
+ First Fitting Quote and approval of suggested work.
+ Second/Third/Fourth Fitting Approval of completed work. Pinning/creating of, additional work and, the bustle.
+ Pick Up One last try on of final garment, & approval of work.
PRICE:
Fitting Fees upon scheduling here.
Hourly Rate, $70/hour for sewing, $85/hour for patterning.
PRODUCTION TIME:
10-14 weeks out from the event date, but all depends on the project.
*Any project less than 6 weeks out from the event date will be charged a RUSH RATE, no questions*
**Any project less than 4 weeks out from the event date will be charged an EXPRESS RUSH RATE, no questions**
NOTE:
** If you are a bride possibly wanting to wear an old gown, but are unsure and may want to buy a new dress, we ask you to come in 8 months before your event date, to give you enough time to buy a new gown if need be. Doesn’t mean this something old can’t be a rehearsal or engagement dress! **
Alterations
Higher end alterations including: Bridal gowns, Mother (figure) of the Bride / Groom, Gala gowns, Debutante gowns.
PROCESS:
3 Stages of Fittings:
+ First Fitting Quote and approval of suggested work.
+ Second Fitting Approval of completed work. Pinning/creating of, additional work and, the bustle.
+ Pick Up One last try on, of dress, & approval of work.
PRICE:
Fitting Fees upon scheduling here.
Hourly Rate, $70/hour for sewing, $85/hour for patterning.
PRODUCTION TIME:
6-10 weeks out from your wedding date is suggested to schedule your First Fitting. Each bride has their own story, and we are willing to work with you. If you are bringing more than 1 dress, or want an alteration and a reinvention, we ask you to book closer to 8-10 weeks out from your event date.
*Any project less than 6 weeks out from event date will be charged a RUSH RATE, no questions.*
**Any project less than 4 weeks out is charged an EXPRESS RUSH RATE, no questions.**