Sunday, October 25th, 2009 -
I am so glad I keep getting emails about ordering dresses through me!! I get so many, I decided to write all the details out so the information is right here waiting for you!! You can certainly order a dress from me if you are not within 50 miles of any of the stores listed on my “Stockists” page. Here’s how it would go:
1. The dresses range between $1600 and $3800. I use all Italian silks and French laces. All of the dresses are custom made in my boutique (the whole dress; I don’t cheat and have them made in China and just put the tags on in the US). No, I do not rent the gowns.
2. Yes, I can customize them slightly, like make them full length, add little sleeves, change the colors, switch the tops, stuff like that. I do not make new dresses that you design, nor do I copy other designers’ gowns (you would be looking for a seamstress-for-hire for that, not a couture designer).
3. From wherever you are, you would have your measurements taken by a good alterations place where you will be having the gown altered after I mail it to you. Give me your measurements and I will make the gown in your size. They come in sizes 2-16, or larger sizes for an added fee (depending on the size).
4. I can send you swatches so you can see the quality of the fabrics in person.
5. To get the dress started, there is a 50% deposit put down and the balance is due before I ship the dress, or we could do COD if you would rather. Shipping is about $20-$50 in the US, and about $200 to other countries with insurance. No sales tax if sold outside of CA.
6. It takes 12 weeks to get a dress, but I can do it faster if need be, for an added fee. (Depending on how rushed, between $50 and $300).
7. Accessories range from $150-$350 and can be customized a bit too, like color of feathers, fabric colors, and French netting colors. They are all hand made in my boutique!!
If you need any further details, or want to place an order, feel free to give me an email or call the store!! 714-960-7400
June 10th, 2008 at 10:05 am
Every time I look at the dress that I am going to be ordering from you later this year I get a lump in my throat! So gorgeous, I can’t wait…Kate
July 12th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
I have contacted Stephanie twice about my dress in June 09 and she has been fantastic! I can’t wait to see her boutique. I have my heart set on the simple but elegant Vivian, wooo!
September 8th, 2008 at 8:42 am
Stephanie,
I am green with envy for all those brides-to-be (and their hubbies) who are lucky enough to have you make their dress. I think your dresses are fabulous.
I’ve hunted and hunted for a good quality, well made (with love), beautiful, TEA LENGTH, wedding dress. I’ve been searching for what seems like an age and luckily found your site, how excited was I to find you?!
But the awful thing was to look further in your site and realise that you were in America - I think coming for a fitting might be a little much for my budget … like the cost of flights from the middle of England!
I only wish I had a fairy godmother who could whisk you over to me! Ooh, that’d be so good!
I will keep hunting in the UK, but you’ve set the standard really high, you cruel lady! Lovely, beautiful, gorgeous dresses!
Sarah
October 13th, 2008 at 8:03 pm
You have very cute yet sophisticated dresses. Do you only use silk and lace? I love your dresses but as a vegan I would not walk down the aisle in silk or any animal-based fabric.
December 16th, 2008 at 9:07 pm
Hi!
My name is Sally, I live in PA. I searched all the bridal mags for a dress and came across your ad in Martha Stewart bridal magazine and I fell in love with one of your dresses. I went on your web site and fell in love with ALL of your dresses! I am afraid to place an order without being able to try anything on. Any advice?
January 13th, 2009 at 8:59 pm
Hi, I was wondering about ordering a dress from you. I live in Indianapolis, Indiana, so I believe the closest location that carries your line is in PA. There are a couple of dresses that I am torn between. Do all the stores on the list carry your entire line? I meet the 50+ miles away quota, but I think I’d like to still try on the style before ordering. I look forward to hearing from you! Thanks!
January 24th, 2009 at 8:44 am
Stephanie,
How much is it and what other shades can you make it in?
I want the Gabriella dress!!!!
Thanks,
Claire
April 3rd, 2009 at 9:42 pm
i am so in love with your Bianca dress and so in the HTB but i would like to try something on like that b4 ordering. i live in kansas so that is a prob. do you have any retailers around here? and also how much is that dress?
June 18th, 2009 at 6:01 pm
Stephanie,
I’m getting married 1 year from today. I am really hoping to go to a local salon and try on your dresses, I’m so in love with the style of them. You ROCK!
August 4th, 2009 at 9:33 am
I am in love.
Your dresses are exactly what I have been looking for. For 23 years.
Love from Australia
September 25th, 2009 at 10:55 pm
I really like your Diana dress and your Stella Dress. How much are they?
December 1st, 2009 at 10:57 am
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