The Heart Truth Fashion Show 2012

The designer submissions took place in July 2012.  I submitted my design on the last day? 

It was an anxious wait for two weeks.

Design submission was a gown of Cherry red silk satin for the bodice accented by diagonal flounce and clusters of sparkling faceted beads. The multi layer organza skirt featured an uneven hem and sweeping train.

 

On August 7 we found out who the 11 designers were chosen of 18 submissions. 

As well as learning who the celebrity models would be to wear our designs.  Sunday Omany was chosen for my design. She is a professional model and Humanitarian. It was a joy working with such a lovely Lady.

As the event drew closer the finishing touches were completed on the gown.



I was extremely pleased with the completed gown.  Details shown here are the diagonal flounce clusters of beads and bespoke flowers.  So pretty!

An interview with Judy Gabriel, one of several during the evening.

Beautiful Sunday walking the runway during The Heart Truth Fashion Show.

Such a worth while event to educate women of the need to care for our hearts!!



Elegant an Relaxed

Working with Brides to be who know what they want is the best experience for a designer.

This is the story of Deb's Gown.

Creating a gown for such a lovely woman, mother and new bride was truly a pleasure. 

Simple, elegant and classic were most important.

This was achieved by carefully selecting silks and lace that achieved such a lovely effect,

and a classic color Eggplant purple for the sash was the finishing touch.

Even though the gown was slim, it is possible to bustle up the sweep for comfort and ease of movement.

The selected lace was French, soft ivory with 3 types of cream beading accented by clear glass centers. This lace was laid over a stunning white Italian silk satin. Resulting is a soft dimensional effect.  Elegant and luxurious. 

RUNWAY MONTHLY

Couture Gown Studio will be there!

Saturday , June 23rd, 2012

The Bank on 8th
125 8th Ave SW, Calgary, AB

The Runway Monthly June Event will provide spring wardrobe inspiration with four runway shows by Apiana Que, Chantel Traub featuring Nuage 9 Accessories, Cherry Chic, and Malika Couture. 
A trunk sale by Adorie Jewels, Mackenzie Jone, Anne B Accessories, Taisa Anderson Designs, and Couture Gown Studio will be held on the mezzanine, so be sure to hit the ATM on your walk down Stephen Ave.

The event will be hosted by Sabrina May http://www.sabrinamay.com/

 

Tickets available; http://runwaymonthly.zoobis.com/

S O S Masquerade Fashion Show

It was my pleasure to be an invited designer to show for such a worthy cause.

Local media covered the event for a sucessful evening.

Each of my designs was completed by a couture fascinator, one-off!

Miss Universe Canada delegate Kyra Weston was organizer and model.

Well done!

Thanks to the independant photographers who provided stunning images.

Thank You Calgary for all the amazing support!

A Summer Short.  .  . 

 

 Enjoy a relaxed day while fealing so Pretty and comfortable in a silk mini dress.

A natural white embroicered silk organza that resembles lace.

Pretty scallop lace edges and sexy V-neck line.

This gorgeous view through her Circle Birdcage veil adorned with whimsical daisies completes the daydream!

Fire and Flair

A challenge will always inspire a good design. 

Karen is a wonderful and creative woman who sparked my interest with the question "is it possible?"

Red Silk satin gown with rushed drop waist bodice and flair flounce skirt.

Removing the red silk reveals a stunning white lace over silk satin gown featuring stunning rhinestone embellishment trailing down the front bodice.

Beautiful lace flower details embellish the neckline and drop waist of the red layer of the two piece gown .

And the final touch is the gorgeous large silk flowers adorning her red birdcage veil.

A Wedding in France

The vision Amanda had for her Gown was as unique as she is! 

 A gorgeous Blush silk satin gown with Flair.

To complete the perfect vision was her Fascinator of silk organza, vintage french netting and blush feathers with Swarovski crystals.

Favorite Trends of 2012

One of the loveliest trends this season is an Illusion neckline. As seen in this gown as an organza asymmetrical portrait collar.

Another romantic look in this image is the luxurious mantilla veil. Made popular again by the Duchess of Cambridge.

Another favorite is the appearance of a jacquard silk. Weather its a floral as seen here or the ever popular dot, some subtle pattern is very elegant. This gown shows classic elements with a twist. A classic neckline and waist with a subtle sheer finish. Lace elements are also suggested at the hip incorporated in the floral sculpture.

Short wedding dresses are more popular, shown here with several elements of 2012. A textured skirt, soft color and short. This little dress packs a lot of Class.

Love this image, showing an uneven hemline, hint of lace, floral elements and color. Black bridal gowns are making an appearance again. I love it!

Hollywood glamour is captured in this image. Shown in subtle purple this gown features it all, classic rushed organza fit to flair silhouette, multi layered skirt with dimensional floral accents. Someone please ask me to create an gown inspired by this!?