This listing is to have your very own Renaissance style ballgown custom made! If you want something truly unique and magical for your special occasion, then this could be the place for you. I can create a custom gown inspired by the original creations of mine pictured here, bespoke to your and your special day. All my creations are made using re-purposed materials such as vintage brocade curtains, antique beads, bridal corsets etc so there has to be some flexibility as to what I can create for you according to what I have and what I can source. Because of this, your dress will be 100% unique to you, with it's own history, as well as doing some good for the planet! Custom orders for this design start at £900 and this includes up to three custom, hand-drawn sketches, the 'final' one of which I will send to you with your dress for you to keep, and I am also able to include a small matching accessory such as a drawstring bag or hair comb, etc. If you want to reduce some of the cost and source your own petticoats, crinolines etc then that's certainly an option we can discuss. The overall cost can be split into instalments, and I will be in touch with you throughout to process of making your dress. Postage is free for UK customers, and overseas shipping costs will depend on each dress, as the size and weight of the final piece will affect the overall cost. I will make the dress as close to your measurements as I possibly can, but I am unable to do fittings in person if you are out of the UK so please bear this in mind! The gowns pictured above are previous commissions I created for clients, so whilst I can't replicate these designs, I hope they give you some idea of what is possible. Different colours and styles are welcome. To see more of my work check out my Instagram: @meg_lara_atelier *Please don't 'purchase' this listing! I will set up your own custom listing for you once we have discussed your design, thank you.* If you would like to enquire about a commission, please feel free to send me a message here on Etsy or you can email me at meglaraatelier@gmail.com and I can give you more information. Thanks, Meg Curious about the price? The price of custom pieces covers the following: * Time taken to design & sketch initial ideas - several hours * Hand illustrated, original sketches, one of which is to keep * Time taken to collect and gather materials (e.g. online, thrift-shopping etc.) - several hours * The cost of all materials used * Labour costs for many hours of sewing and constructing - Several days/Weeks * Time taken for communication, emails, enquiries etc * Fees taken from Etsy * Thoughtful & sustainable packaging * An original, one-of-a-kind piece made with love, that you can treasure forever!
