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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
BEFORE YOU ORDER
What you need to know!!
1- Always order your gown in
a size that will fit you today! We get alot of emails
from girls that want to leave the ordering of their gown to the last
minute so that they can lose as much weight as possible. We
understand that everyone wants to look their best for their wedding
day, however it is best to order your gown as soon as possible so
that you do not cut it too fine before your wedding as you may need
to get alerations done etc. NEVER order a gown in a
size that is currently too small e.g current size 16 and then
purchasing a 14, as this is almost always guaranteed to leave you
with a gown that does not fit you, and without enough time to get a
new gown made. If you can have it altered it is usually
an expensive process to have this done. In some cases it’s cheaper
to get a whole new gown made. We highly recommend that you
choose your current size with a corset back which will allow for any
weight loss (or gain if it happens to go the other way!).
2.
Also never assume ANYTHING!!! For example if you
order a gown in a standard size always double check your
measurements as our definition of a particular “standard size” may
differ from the standard size that you normally purchase. Our
manufacturer uses a different sizing method for their gowns. For
example if you normally purchase a size 14 check the sizing page of
our website to ensure that the bust, waist, hips and hollow to hem
measurements for a size 14 match your current measurements. Often
your gown size is very different to your regular clothes size.
If you find that one or more of your measurements are
bordering two sizes always select the larger size as it is very easy
to take a gown in rather than let it out. If you order a gown
that is too small in most cases it will be almost impossible to take
out to allow it to fit.
Also please note that a standard size
may not be an exact fit so it is more than likely that you will need
to have some alterations done. Please note that we do not offer any
kind of refund or reimbursement for dresses that don’t fit because
the customer has purchased the incorrect size.
3. Made to
measure sizes: All dresses/gowns are cut from
the measurements that are supplied by the customer and are checked
before they leave the factory and checked again at our quality
control process in our head office. This means that a dress/gown
that does not match the measurements supplied by the customer will
never willinging be sent out. Remember measure twice and cut
once! Please note that there are no refunds or returns on
gowns that do not fit due to measurements that have been taken
incorrectly. We highly
recommend that you have your measurements taken by a
professional.
3. Do choose a corset/lace up
back if possible, this allows you to alter the size if you loose or
put on weight, it will also save you on having alterations done and
will save you if you have taken your measurements
wrong!
4. Do ask alot of questions, if
you are unsure about how the process works on ordering a gown please
contact us. If you are unsure about a style or material
please ask us!
5. If you are unsure about
colours please contact us to receive free samples, do not just
assume that the colour you see on the computer screen will be the
same in real life. All colour samples are to be used as a guide
only, each dye batch can differ slightly.
6. If you have more
than one bridesmaid and are purchasing multiple dresses NEVER order them
separately. All dresses will need to be cut from the same
fabric roll to ensure that there are no colour
discrepancies.
This also applies to ordering one dress to see
what it is like and the ordering the rest at a later date, not only
will the colour be different but there may be a slight alteration in
the style. All of our dresses are not mass produced, they are
all custom made to order so should be ordered at the same
time.
7. Whether you choose a standard size or a made to
measure size, alterations may still be necessary depending on the
style of the dress.
We are here to help you with any
questions that you have so please contact us if you are
unsure.
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Gown
Train Lengths Available
Sweep/Brush
This is the shortest train available, extending
about 0.25m beyond the base of the gown. In fact,
this does not really look too much like a train at all,
as the hem spills just a little over floor length. This
is very elegant and very slimming.
Court
The same length as a sweep
train, however the court train extends directly from the
waist (approx 1m).
Chapel
This is the first of the
gowns to have a full train. Generally, the length will
not extend beyond 1.5 metres in length from the waist.
Whilst you will need assistance with setting the train
out when you arrive at the church/ceremony, and during
photos, you do not require assistance when walking down
the isle.
Semi-Cathedral
A
semi-cathedral is about half way between a chapel and
cathedral length. Perfect for a semi-formal or formal
wedding gown.
(approx 1.8m from the
waist)
Cathedral
This train is no more than 2
metres in length (from the waist). Again, you will only
require assistance when arriving at the church and
setting up for photographs. Walking will not be
difficult as the fabric will simply follow. Only when
the gown has a very heavily adorned train will you
require assistance as you
walk.
Royal
(Monarch)
This is the Princess Diana
train, being quite long. Generally, this train sits no
more than 2.5 metres in length (from the waist);
however, royal weddings will have trains far exceeding
these measurements.
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SOME OF THE
MATERIALS USED ON OUR
GOWNS
FABRICS
SATIN
Our manufactuer only uses
the highest quality thick bridal satin
(395/4811 grade Bridal Satin).
Dresses made
of cheap material will turn dark and yellow
after they are stored for over 3 months.
For
our dresses, even if storing them for 5 years,
the colour will not
change.
SATIN
CHARMEUSE
A
soft, lightweight, very flowy and drapey
polyester fabric, high gloss - looks very much
like silk
CHIFFON
A beautiful light weight
fabric.
This fabric drapes very well
and is very soft on the skin. Fabulous
drape, soft and floaty.
GEORGETTE
Much the same fabric as
chiffon, however is a little stiffer, it is also
soft and drapey.
TAFFETA
Taffeta - is a crisp,
smooth woven light fabric, a great
alternative to thick bridal satin and has made a
comeback in the production of bridal/formal
gowns.
ORGANZA
Another very sheer
fabric, however instead of being soft
and drapey (like georgette or chiffon) it is
stiff. As organza is stiff, it can
handle beading and embroidery quite well.
LACE
Our manufacturer sources the
highest quality lace throughout the world,
often
used as an overlay, can be plain or
hand beaded.
SOFT BRIDAL
TULLE
A soft
bridal tulle, used for gown overlays such as
ball gowns.
BEADWORK
SWAROVSKI
CRYSTALS
Our
manufacturer uses authentic world-famous
Austrian Swarovski® brand crystals which have
been the original crystal pedigree for more than
a century. Swarovski’s sparkling
beads draw out magnificent colors and
bestow enchanting elegance upon any gown.
Their outstanding quality is the result of
special polishing, a perfect cut, exact geometry
and precise angles, which draw out maximum
brilliance.
Some examples used on our gowns
are:
Crystal Clear Bicones
Elegant Rainbow
Bicones
JAPANESE
MATSUNO BEADS
The best
quality beads in the industry, these include
seed, bugle, glass and pearl
beads.
 
SEQUINS
High quality bridal
sequins
Dress of Your Dreams –
Workmanship, Construction and Materials used to
create our
wedding
gowns.
FABRIC: The
highest quality thick bridal satin (395/4811
grade Bridal Satin).
Dresses made of cheap
material will turn dark and yellow after they
are stored for over 3 months. For our dresses,
even if storing them for 5 years, the colour
will not change.
Our manufacturer uses at least 4 layers
of fabrics to make the bodice of our bridal
gowns. For cheaply made bridal gowns, there are
only 2 layers of fabrics (satin and lining), and
some even have no lining. With 2 layers of
interlining, the bodice part of our bridal gowns
is very firm. Another layer of interlining
around neckline to make this part of the dress
extra solid.
BONING:
Our
manufacturer uses 8-10
bones in the bodice of most of our bridal gowns,
so the bodice part of our bridal gown is very
strong. For
cheaply made bridal gowns, there are much less
bones used, and some even have no bones at
all.
LINING:
All of our gowns are fully
lined.
BEADWORK:
Our manufacturer only uses Japanese made Matsuno
beads (also known as MGB beads). This is
the top quality bead in the industry, and the
price is 15 times higher than the beads used on
cheaply made bridal gowns. Cheap beads
would turn dark after 3 months. We also
use 100% genuine Swarovski Crystals, Czech
Diamonds, Cultured Pearls and high quality
bridal sequins. All of the beadwork on our
gowns are stitched by hand, they are not
glued!
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