Luxury Alterations at the Villa Ephrussi
If you were to draw up a list of the most sought-after places to host your wedding on the French Riviera, The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild would undoubtably be a contender for the top spot.
With its distinctive architecture and sumptuous interiors, it’s no wonder it’s the wedding venue of our dreams.
Come dream with me and imagine yourself hosting your own wedding in this beautiful, iconic venue.
Photo Credit: Sergio Sandona
But first…
Did you know that as well as creating bridal wear from scratch I also offer a Bridal Dresser service? I come to your wedding event fully equipped with all my machines and do alterations and wardrobe management on-location. Because nobody wants a wardrobe malfunction on their big day!
Join me on the journey of dressing and preparation for this epic destination wedding at Villa Ephrussi.
How It Started.
Carrie Goldberg, Creative Director of CLG Creative and stylist to some of the world’s most stylish brides contacted me as she was styling a bride planning to say “I Do” on the Côte d’Azur. Anticipating a need for an alterations specialist, my team was brought on board.
Hotel Metropole, Monte Carlo
Reception Floral Display - Roni Floral Design
From my first meeting with this beautiful couple, Shashana & Domantas, I could tell this was going to be a special project.
The outfits were simply stunning. Carrie had expertly blended custom pieces with amazing gowns fresh from the catwalk, to vintage garments sourced from top fashion houses to create a bridal wardrobe to be envied.
The bride opted for a fun, flirty Alexander McQueen dress from their vintage collection for her welcome party. In order to tailor it for her petite frame, I had to cut into it…shh please don’t tell on me!
Full restructure of lace volume and zip repair
Dress: Alexander McQueen
It’s ok, I sewed it back together again!
Onto the Boys!
Villa Schifanoia
I arrived at the stunning Villa Schifanoia in Villefranche-sur-Mer for the consultation and fittings with the groomsmen and the groom.
All of the suits, created by Los Angeles tailor Alba Legacy, arrived just 3 days before the wedding and that was the first time many of the groomsmen had had the opportunity to try them on. These men were serious about how good they wanted to look, and of course I was happy to assist. Every single suit needed to be custom fitted to each groomsman in less than 24 hours! Who needs sleep anyway.
I didn’t take any pictures of me altering the menswear because nobody wants to see pictures of me at my sewing machine at 2am!!
Let’s just see the finished result!
Groomsmen’s Suits: Alba
Groom’s Suit: Tom Ford
The Wedding Day
Arrival at Villa Shifanoia for Jour-J with, Solene, my assistant couturière.
With our sewing machines all setup we commenced with the final preparations for Shashana & Domantas’ big day.
Our goal on a wedding day is the same as our client’s: we want every single person involved in the wedding to look impeccable and feel comfortable and glamourous.
Last-minute hemming of an Oscar de la Renta party dress
If that means, adjusting a dress 1 hour before an event, hemming trousers and skirts at the final moment, and even pre-tying a groomsmen’s tie, then we are at your service!
Pre-tying your groomsmen’s tie, if that’s what you need
Full Service Bridal Dressing
The final result: happy, smiling faces. Everyone looking and feeling their best. And flawless pictures to revisit again and again
