Book Description
A comprehensive guide to making your own couture bridalwear. Dresses, trains, veils, head dresses, and the use of decorative techniques are covered with step-by-step diagrams, photographs and detailed instructions.
Written for the design student, teacher and professional alike, it deals with every stage of the process, including: an introduction to bridalwear design choosing a style making-up patterns designing and cutting necklines, collars, sleeves, boned bodices, skirts, trains and underskirts fabric selection trimmings, beading and embroidery designing and making head dresses.
About the author
Margot Arendse is a bridalwear designer, specializing in period styling in contemporary bridalwear. Her work in the industry included supplying Marks and Spencer. She now teaches at Bath University and the London College of Fashion.
