Silhouette: sheath
Length: floor
Color: nude
Fabrics: cotton, silk-chiffon
Bodice: non-corset, without bra cup
Sleeve: long, bishop
Waist: natural
Neckline: high-neck
Back: high-neck
Skirt: two layered, without train
Decor: handmade print
Fastening: buttons
I design and create dresses in my small atelier in the center of Kyiv. I adore couture tailoring, and this is why Cathy Telle gowns are 70-80% hand-made. When cutting out lace fragments, I strive to keep the ornament intact, and for this reason some details have to be sewn together by hand using a transparent threat so that the ornament maintains its integrity. I also make most gown fittings, such as loops made from silk thread, silk petals for decoration, and fabric covered buttons, myself in my workspace. I often dye fabrics into semitones for the decorations to look more varied and voluminous. All decorations of our gowns are hand-made. I pay a lot of attention to the creation of the template and the mock-up dress, as my main objective here is to make sure that the dress will look on the bride exactly as she expects.
CUSTOMIZATION
We make dresses for all our brides based on their individual measurements and wishes.
We can combine details from different gown models (e.g. skirts or bodices), change colors and fabrics.
If you wish to change the lace, I can also create one specifically for you. I will draw the ornaments and work on teh lace machine myself.
I can also create a completely new gown design for you based on your preferences.
REMOTE ORDER SERVICE
My workspace is located in Ukraine and I realize that not many of the brides will be able to come for the fitting. I have set up the order placement so that our cooperation will be safe for you and you will receive exactly the dress you want. I will discuss all the details with you until your dress is finished and delivered to you.
- First, you will receive a simple to follow illustrated instruction for taking measures.
- Since it will be impossible to try on the gown, I will create a mock-up dress and will send it for you to try on. It will allow to double-check the size and confirm all important details, such as the place of the waistline, depth of the neckline, and sleeve length, and to make all necessary alternations.
- Also you will receive fabric samples and will be able to choose and confirm the fabric for the gown.
- You will receive pictures of the gown making process to confirm every detail.
- I will send you pictures of your finished gown before shipping.
HOW TO MAKE YOUR GOWN SPECIAL
Two years ago I found a piece of my grandma's handcrafted lace and I felt like she is still with me. I decided to keep this lace for my future wedding gown and though that it will be a nice idea to give an opportunity to every Cathy Telle bride to make her gown even more special. If you have some piece of great personal value to you, we can add it to your wedding gown as a visible or hidden detail. This is a good occasion to evoke family memories and find things that remind you of those you love. You can also ask your mother or another person to make this small personal detail for you. Here is a short video about one of our brides. m.youtube.com/watch?v=ghh42LNmu2Q
GOWN PRODUCTION TIME FRAMES
Standard production of a custom gown takes at least 2 months. Urgent orders take up to 5 days with an additional payment of 30%.
We give discounts for early booking: 10% from 12 months, 15% from 18 months.
STOCK AVAILABILITY
We have about 70 gowns in stock. Please let us know if you need the gown urgently. To determine your size we need your chest and waist measurements, as well as your height. If we have the necessary gown in stock we will ship it immediately.
SHIPMENT
The shipment terms are discussed individually and may depend on your region. International shipping takes 2-3 weeks. Express shipment within 3-5 days is subject to additional fees.
REFUND
Our garments are not refundable, but we will replace the gown with another one if the garment is wrong for one or several of these reasons: it is made of a different fabrics than you had received before, it has a different size than you had confirmed based on the test garment. You have to inform us about the necessity of replacement within 5 days after your order has arrived.
We do not accept cancellations. If you have made an order but do not need this garment any more, you may enquire about the making of another garment or may keep this payment for a future order. Please contact us as soon as you make a decision to stop the making of the ordered garment. Please note that if we have already finished any part of the garment by the time of notification, we will not be able to keep the full payment for your next order.
Check out further information about our shop to learn more about our designer, gown making process, and workspace.
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Send us an e-mail to get more details – dada [!at] cathytelle.ua
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