Q. What kind of wedding gowns do you sell?
A. We sell good quality wedding gowns off-the rack. We offer a promotional sale until May 31, 2011 (20%-50% discount) when you mention this website (limited to a large inventory of wedding gowns in stock).
Q. Do you customize any gowns?
A. Yes. One-of-a-kind wedding and other gowns has been a specialty for many years. It is guaranteed to fit properly. You get what you want and when you want it. The off-the-rack gown can be re-styled to your specifications.
Q. Do you accept custom wedding gowns?
A. Yes. We specialize in custom wedding gowns.
Q. I live in the United Kingdom. Can I have a wedding gown customized to what I am looking for?
A. Great question. We serve clients worldwide. With advanced technology, distance is not an issue to have your dream gown made to exactly what you want. You can have a gown custom-made to your measurements from the comfort of your home. Please e-mail photographs of examples showing parts and features you want. Send them to Kongdorie@yahoo.com. The designer will work with you in the process of creating a sketch of your vision. We will make it come alive. Best of all, it is your own unique design and it is your idea. You will be proud wearing in on one of the most important days of your life. Shipping and handling are free.
Q. Do you handle alterations on wedding gowns, gowns purchased in other stores?
A. We are wedding gown alteration specialists. We gladly alter gowns purchased elsewhere. We are highly-respected for expert restyling, resizing, refitting, remodeling, readjusting, reconstruction, updating and upgrading. An award winning designer and her team have over 20 years of experience in dress making and alterations.
Q. What is the difference between having my gown altered where I purchased it or altering it at L'Mode Bridal?
A. We custom make wedding gowns from scratch. We are formally educated in professional schools in wedding gown construction. Altering a wedding gown to flatter your natural features and figure is a skilled trade craft. Our expertise can remove inches and years while amplifying your best features. Functionally, we can alter a strapless gown so it is secure and is effortlessly stable while your body moves, glides, stretches and twirls. The alterations must be done by a highly-qualified expert. The gown is a once-in-a-life-time piece-of-art worn on one of the happiest days of your life. Finishing touches are crucial. Even if you have a gown purchased elsewhere and in hindsight are dissatisfied with it, bring it in. We can re-invent the gown so you won't have to buy another one. Call Michael to schedule an appointment at your convenience. 714.730.8919 (PST).
Q. How much does it cost to alter a wedding gown?
A. The cost depends on obvious variables. What must be done varies greatly from woman to woman and from gown to gown. Every project and bride are unique. We work efficiently and economically to provide you with value. L'Mode's experts are professionals, not just seamstresses. They are dress designers and gown makers. They know how to create designs and patterns, cut a variety of fabrics, and construct them into a finished and polished garment. Seamstresses, on the other hand, are trained only on sewing machines. Our experts see, know and can do much more.
We welcome alterations on gowns purchased from Mon Ami and David's Bridal. Please bring in a written quote with the gown and we can give discounts from 5% to 30% depending on how the garment is constructed, its details and the labor required.
Q. Do you carry wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, flower girl dresses and outfits for Mom?
A. No. We highly recommend to you The White Dress in Corona Del Mar (714.723.0121; 2853 East Coast Highway, www.thewhitedress.com). Truly stunning wedding gowns.
Q. I do not have a slender figure. Can you help me?
A. A properly designed and fitted gown directs the eye to your most flattering features and diverts it from other areas. We know how to do that. A woman who knows she looks her best is more attractive. She smiles. She is confident and poised.
Q. What do you carry in your store?
A. We carry strapless bras by Falina, silicone bras, bra cups, puffy slips and veils, tiaras, head-pieces, jewelry, garters, gloves, money bags, flower girl baskets, ring pillows, and matched sets (including guest books, pens, photograph albums).
Q. Do you make custom wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and outfits for Mom?
A. Yes.
Q. Do you custom make maternity wedding and bridesmaid gowns?
A. Yes! We love to customize gowns for pregnant ladies. We have considerable and highly-regarded expertise in making a perfect fit for any mom-to-be in the wedding party. We guarantee our work. If your shape changes, we will change the garment at no charge.
Q. What do I have to do to have a custom wedding gown made for me?
A. Collect photographs and sketches of gown features you want to use. Call Michael at 714.730.8919 to schedule a consultation. Meet with the proprietor-designer so she can suggest which features are the most flattering and complimentary to you. She will sketch a design of your ideal gown and will quote a price. A down payment of 50% is required. Precise measurements and re-measurements are made. Schedule an appointment for your 1st fitting near the event date such that if your dimensions change, we can adjust the garment. The balance is due on the final fitting. Alterations, bustle-up and steam press (valued at $500) are free. We guarantee a proper fit.
Q. How much does it cost to custom make a wedding gown?
A. Custom wedding gowns start at $999. The price depends on variables such as the quality and expense of fabrics, the design specified, labor, additional features and your physical dimensions. The more time you give us, the less cost to you.
Q. Can I bring in my own materials?
A. Yes.
Q. How much labor is in a wedding gown?
A. Gowns differ greatly. Some fabrics are easier and quicker to work with because of their character. Others are more challenging but well worth it when finished.
Q. How much are bridesmaid dresses?
A. Bridesmaid dresses start at $165. You can enjoy flexible styles, colors, sizes and scheduling. Alterations are free, saving you from $50 to $120. The fit is guaranteed. The value is exceptional given that the dress is custom-tailored to your exact and distinctive shape and size. Maternity bridesmaid dresses are a specialty.
