Thursday, 24 July 2014

Photos of one of My Brides on her Big day

Bride, bridesmaid and Mum ready for Collection

The Blushing bride hand in hand with her Mum  for the Grand entrance.

The Happy couple the new Mr & Mrs.

The couples initials hidden in the embroidery on the dress.

The charming bridesmaid with a hint of pink with Granny in mind.

Close up detail of the embroidery on the Bridesmaids dress.

The Bride's veil was embroidered to match her dress and her headdress was another  Joanne Ferguson accessory.

The Happy couple , notice the cuff detail to draw attention to the ring.

The Three girls happy on The Big Day.

Tuesday, 15 July 2014

Latest from red carpet in Paris.


While most people in Northern Ireland have a holiday over the 12th I couldn't wait to catch up on the Fall/Winter 2014/2015 Couture.


Behind the scenes at Rami Al Ali Haute Couture Paris, lots of layers and lots of embellishment.
 It is brilliant to be able to keep up with what is the latest on the catwalks in Paris.



As Giorgio Armani hits 80 this year he also marks 40 years in fashion! Time flies when you are enjoying yourself! What better way to celebrate than with a fabulous presentation of the highest class.


While Lebanese designer Elie Saab took inspiration from Disney's popular movie Frozen with Princess Elsa as his muse. He had a fabulous collection of gowns in pale ice blue at sunrise. Long lace sleeves, tiny corsets, long trains embellished with crystals made for alluring glamour.


Another Lebanese designer Zuhair Murad took on art deco and futuristic themes for his F/W 2014/15 collection. Using hundreds and thousands on sequins and beads in vibrant jewel tones.


Zuhair Murad
While London based Australian couple ralph and Russo just blow my mind with their fabulous celebration of the Golden Age from the 1940's and 50's.
Check out the hat too!

The bead work  and the embellishment were superlative!
This is only their label's 2nd official presentation!! I just love all of their creations.

Tuesday, 8 July 2014

What's on trend 2014



I am working on a collection of dresses for the bride who wants a more informal, more personal and individual look as I feel that is the in coming trend. Girls want to look and feel fantastic and keep to and sensible budget for their dress. Grooms too are selecting to wear a ore casual suit than tails or formal wear.



Fearne Cotton in her wedding dress with her shoes in hand and her walking bare foot.

Lots more lace on the way.

Idea for embroidery detail on the shoulders

Olivia Palermo wore shorts with a wonderful decorated skirt by Caroline Herrera & a cashmere jumper on her wedding day. 

Back view of the work on one of my dresses for a recent wedding.