Special Events Call for a One-of-a-Kind Ensemble

Some of the most important events in your life should be celebrated in a way that makes the occasion truly memorable and completely unlike your average day. And your wedding isn’t the only celebration that calls for a custom dress, either!

Whether you are a mother of the bride, an honored guest at a red-carpet style event, or hosting an elegant gala or party, hiring a custom fashion designer can be one of the best ways to dress to impress!

Custom Dresses Are Made to Fit You

Rather than a handful of sizes that are made to fit a wide range of people, custom-made clothing is exactly that: custom-made for you and no one else. A custom-made dress can be made to suit your height, body type, and/or skin tone in a way no store-bought dress ever will.

Working with a Designer is Fun!

It’s a fun experience to collaborate with a designer who can create a vision with your ideas in mind and bring a unique ensemble to life. Although the process to work with a designer is longer than your typical shopping experience, it can be far more exciting, especially when you know the end product will be like nothing else out there!

More Personality

Hiring a designer also means you can talk about ideas that add more character, flair, and uniqueness in the design that is specifically suited to your individual personality and style. After your initial consultation, we can begin to sketch out a few ideas for your dress or ensemble’s design. 

Whether you are someone who absolutely loves all things shimmer and shine, or you dream of a more modern and minimalist design, you can brainstorm with a designer to create an ensemble just for you! You can even talk about specific fabrics and colors that go perfectly with the type of event you’ll be hosting or attending. 

Contact a Custom Dress Designer in Denver, CO

Whether you’re looking for a truly unique wedding dress, an elegant mother of the bride dress, a creative gala or party dress, or other artful ensemble creations, reach out to Brooks LTD for a design that suits you and fits perfectly! Contact me online or call 303-573-3801.

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Some colors, fabrics and gown shapes can look drastically different under various circumstances. Here are a few tips to help you determine what to wear that will suit the occasion and flatter your body shape.

Choosing the Right Style

Are you attending a black-and-white tie affair with an upscale vibe? This type of event may be better suited for tea- and floor-length gowns. You might also consider using fabrics that speak to the theme or style of the event, such as sequins, satin, or tulle.

For more lively and creative events, such as art gallery showings, parties and wedding celebrations, a more unique dress style may be in order! Your ensemble could include a fun combination of fabrics and colors to make you feel excited and confident as you enter the room.

The key is to find the right balance between wearing an outfit that works with the event itself while also catering to your individuality!

Dress Shapes

As much as we all would love to think we can pull off any dress shape, some body types are simply perfect for certain dresses and ensembles than others.

For example, hourglass or curvy shaped bodies can work well with fitted dresses that show off your silhouette. Or for those more triangle or pear shaped — with a waist wider than the bust — an A-line style with a hemline below your knees will look beautiful and will make your hips appear slender.

Have a more athletic build without a lot of curves? Play up those defined shoulders or show off your waistline! Gowns with halter or racerback necklines can look absolutely amazing on those with more athletic figures.

As for apple shapes with broader shoulders, A-lines, maxi styles, and darker colors are all great for you!

Hire a Custom Dress Designer in Denver, CO

What better way to find something perfect to wear for the occasion than trusting a designer to make a dress with your specific event, personality and body in mind?

Whether you’re looking for a truly unique wedding dress, an elegant mother of the bride dress, a creative gala or party dress, or other artful ensemble creations, reach out to Brooks LTD for a design that suits you and fits perfectly! Contact me online or call 303-573-3801.

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But truthfully, creating a dress can be easily summed up in five simple steps! From consultation through final delivery day, I enjoy working with my clients and helping them see how fun the process can be.

Yes!! It can be this easy!

Consultation

I meet with a potential client and chat about her venue or event, her idea of what she may want, her colors and any other concerns she has for her custom dress. After the initial consultation I return to my drawing board and sketch out several designs with her body type in mind along with her parameters.

Sketches

Then, we meet a second time and study the design choices. At this time she may want to try on some of my gowns in my collection to see the fit and the drape of the item. We go over each sketch and possibly combine one detail of a sketch with another to create the final sketch.

First Fitting

After the sketch is chosen I go to the cutting table and prepare a custom pattern and muslin prototype based on the sketches and measurements of my client.

Making a prototype allows me to make corrections before I cut into the fashion fabric she wants. The client tries on the prototype and from that fitting I am prepared to cut into the fashion fabric.

Second Fitting

At this fitting my client and I review the actual dress made in the fashion fabric. I adjust any necessary alterations on the dress, realign any design lines and pin the hem. At this fitting it will be determined if one more fitting is necessary. Typically it isn’t necessary but I always leave time just in case.

Delivery Day

After the adjustments are corrected, the gown is finished and pressed and ready to be tried on for a final time. I always hope to get a photo at this time for my records. I also hope that after the day of the event I will get a professional photo to add to my collection of custom designs!

Looking for a Custom Dress?

Whether you’re looking for a truly unique wedding dress, an elegant mother of the bride dress, or a show-stopping gala or party dress, reach out to Brooks LTD for a design that suits you and fits perfectly! Contact me online or call 303-573-3801.

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