Our designer creates sample gowns for the purpose of self expression. She is sometimes inspired by the beauty or delicacy of a fabric, a work of art, or a unique costume in a film. These gowns are created in standard sizes and then sold for a fraction of what a custom creation would cost. Sometimes they have been worn by models in photo shoots, sometimes just created for the sheer joy of expressing the art of gown making. Sizes and prices are listed with each sample; however, larger than normal seam allowances are included and many times, fabric scraps are available so they can usually be altered to other sizes. These gowns are sold "as is" but we are happy to bid on doing any needed alterations if you prefer that we do them. Where as custom commissioned gowns are not returnable, non- refundable, we offer a program where these gowns may be borrowed for a period of 7 days so you may see the beauty in real life, feel the luxuriousness of the fabrics and see the quality of the work. We also have implemented a program whereby, if we still have the sample gown available, brides may borrow them in order to see the quality of our work, the luxuriousness of the fabrics and to try the gowns on. (Sample gowns are approximately a size 8) In order to do this, we have a contract for you to sign excepting responsibility for the gown while it’s in your possession and that you’ll return it by its due date. We would cover ground shipping costs for getting the gown to you. You may have it for a period of seven days and then return it to us, insured and with a tracking number. As an assurance, the contract asks for a credit card number, on which we would put a hold which equals the value of the gown but the charge would not actually be completed. Once we receive the gown back in it's original condition, the hold will be released from your card. Your only expense will be shipping, which is usually around $15. 1901 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Silk/rayon burn-out velvet. beaded trim accents neckline and shoulders. lacing closes back Price for this gown $500 1890 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Silk/rayon burn-out velvet. beaded trim accents neckline and shoulders. lacing closes back Price for this gown $500 1843 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Silk organza over blush bridal satin.Accented with delicate lavender piping and exquisite hand sewn embroidery Price for this gown $650 1877 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Silver metallic brocade accented with hand made silk organza roses Price for this gown $600 1924 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Silver metallic brocade accented with hand made silk organza roses Price for this gown $425 1917 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Silk devore' sheer over supple matte bridal satin. Neckline embellished with Swarovski Crystals. Detachable sheer wings add a dramatic effect. Price for this gown $500 1934 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Luxurious 4 ply silk crepe, top line highlighted with Swarovski crystals, Cartridge pleat feature dramatic sleeves Price for this gown $600 1909 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Custom embroidered net over silk charmeuse. Embellished with hand sewn pearls. Excellent condition Price for this gown $1050 9 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Gossamer metallic silk organza. 2 piece dress, camisole style bodice with corset center front closure Price for this gown $500 10 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. White delicate brocade with silk organza underskirt and "mock" chemise. Lacing closure. Price for this gown $500 Scarlet Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Our Civil war era gown, created of exquisite embroidered silk organza. Waist cincher/bow is blush bridal satin. The sample we have available is actually in a blushing pale pink rather than white as in the photos. Shoulders accented with hand sewn blush satin roses. Price for this gown $750 1866 Style Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Created of a custom embroidered silk dupioni, this sample is a simpler version of style 1866 Scarlett. Price for this gown $425 Accessories Click a picture for large images. Back on your browser to return. Anastasia's Stole Price for this stole is $225

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