I must say I’m not sure how I heard about Claire Pettitbone. I think it came to me on my Google Alerts. Technology brings me such great things at random. Brilliant!  Anyway, as soon as I clicked on her site I know I was going to love it and write about it. It was just that bursting at the seams excitement that I get when I see such beautiful things.

Many of her gowns are very romantic being beautifully reminiscent of the 1920’s (I think that is what really caught me!)  and have a distinctly vintage feel. Claire uses subtle tints of champagne and antique lace to illuminate the bride in a soft glow and is inspired by vintage fabrics and fashion history. She works exclusively with couture European embroideries and laces and will make your veil to compliment your gown perfectly.

All of their gowns are made to order and take 4-6 months to complete. As your gown is so special it is made with handmade silk flowers, beading and laces which is cut and sewn in their Los Angeles atelier.

Claire says “A wedding gown has to be the most beautiful dress in a woman’s life, make her look and feel amazing, and capture her essence,” Well that is what she does so well.

Have a look………………

Claire also has a luxury Lingerie line that is not to be missed. But then you won’t miss it because you can see it here and I will be writing about that too later!

She is based in Los Angeles but luckily for us her collection is now carried in premiere bridal salons around the world with several in the UK and even in Ireland! See precise locations here and there is also a beautiful and inspiring blog where you can see her real brides, get news, updates and a touch of all things beautiful.

Annie

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