by Robyn Orr | Apr 24, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Restoration
When we first saw Deborah’s vintage wedding dress, it was hard to see past the yellow. The lace and silk gown had yellowed evenly all over. We also noticed that the dress would be especially weak due to perspiration damage and there were oxidized stains...
by Kathy Wright | Apr 23, 2014 | Famous Wedding Dresses, General
With some actresses, it is difficult to separate the woman from the legacy. Especially the women of Hollywood’s Golden Age, where film and fashion were intertwined and fashion and Hollywood magazines were gaining popularity. Our culture is now filled with a love...
by Robyn Orr | Apr 17, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Cleaning
When we received Lauren L’s Paloma Blanca wedding dress, we instantly noticed the delicate fabric. Made of lace and silk taffeta, we knew we were going to be extra careful. With a lace bodice and satin silk with 3D flowers as appliques, this gorgeous dress was...
by Robyn Orr | Apr 15, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Stories
Tess K wore her wedding dress in October 2013. Sarah Liller, a designer from San Francisco, was willing to collaborate with Tess, to design a modern piece that represents 1920’s sexy chic. Between the two of them, they created the dress of Tess’s dreams....
by Kathy Wright | Apr 15, 2014 | General, HGP Promotions
Congratulations to Glen Reid Baker who won our monthly Facebook gift card drawing. Glen can choose a $25 gift card from… Macy’s Bed, Bath and Beyond Target Home Depot Applebees Olive Garden and more… Claim Your Prize Glen please contact us...
by Robyn Orr | Apr 10, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Cleaning
When we first received Bonnie’s gown, we knew we were going to be extra careful. With delicate appliques of bead-work, crystals, and stones from the straps to the bodice and down the train, this beautiful dress was very delicate. Made of synthetic satin and...
by Robyn Orr | Apr 9, 2014 | Famous Wedding Dresses, General
The marriage of 1950’s movie star Grace Kelly seems like one that could come straight out of a fairly tale: Unknown girl from Philadelphia makes it big as one of the most successful actresses in Hollywood and marries a prince from a prosperous country, Monaco....
by Robyn Orr | Apr 9, 2014 | General, Wedding Gown Stories
Rose S wore a James Clifford wedding dress when she married Caleb S on November 5, 2013. Rose and Caleb were married at Excellence Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic on the beach at sunset. Rose & James had 34 guests accompany them on their special...
by Robyn Orr | Mar 27, 2014 | Uncategorized, Wedding Gown Restoration
A Wedding Dress Cleaning Deborah’s Anjolique wedding gown is stunning. With 3-D flowers on the front with appliques of crystals and a satin belt, this gown is lovely. Malfroy tulle creates a layered look on the skirt and beads line the edges of this gown. Like...
by Robyn Orr | Mar 26, 2014 | Famous Wedding Dresses, General
Designing Dreams: Jim Hjelm’s early life and career You may have heard of Jim Hjelm and JLM Couture, but you probably don’t know the story behind the designer and the company. It begins in Worcester, Massachusetts where as a child Jim Hjelm enjoyed...
