Bridal Headpiece for Elicia

When the beautiful Elicia came to see me, she had purchased an ornate comb as her wedding headpiece but was open to suggestions for something a little different.

I shaped a cap in wire and covered it in exquisite 1920s beading, then dismantled the comb elements and stitched them on the wired piece.

Elicia and I were thrilled with the result.

It's such a bonus when clients put their trust in my creative ability as we collaborate for a truly unique headpiece.

BOOTS AND ALL ANGIE

I can't believe it was so long ago - (hence the move to my new address) that the divine Ang came in to purchase this original 1950's vintage dress.

Angie and I joked about my refusal to allow her to wear the boots - girl after my own heart

- she wore them :-) and with such style

It was just on two years ago now, so let me think....9th January 2009

We were married at the little Anglican Church out at Wilberforce and had our reception at Tizzana Winery, a little further down the road in Ebenezer.It was the middle of a heat wave, but after 6 months of praying for a day no hotter than 25 degrees, the good Lord smile down on us, and that's what we got.It was perfect weather.My bridesmaids were amazing and had come from California, New York, London and the Gold Coast to share our day. My maid of honour had been in cahoots with the other gals over the months leading up to the wedding. They had asked Craig a load of questions about when we first met and first dates etc and had a full questionaire for me the night before the wedding. We laughed so much. They had even compiled a book with pictures and memories they had with me. So special.On the day of the wedding, we had planned to travel in our own cars to save a few dollars...my sneaky little bridesmaids had other ideas though. When it came to getting into the cars, I discovered a 1950's Jaguar in the driveway waiting to whisk me to the church. I still don't know how they got that past me. Thank you ladies!The day was a blur, but I had nothing but fun! Mum decided to give up the war on my footwear for the day and conceded that my cowboy boots would be best.There was a bit of pointing and laughing...but I was comfy...to the point of dancing a bit of a hole in my skirt by the end of the night. (so sorry darling dress!)It was a cocktail style reception and had the loveliest relaxed vibe. We couldn't have hoped for things to go any better on the day!

And thank you so much for my beautiful gown, hairpiece, veil and gloves! I enjoyed wearing them all very much!Angie x

BEAUTIFUL BEK

Beautiful, Beautiful Rebecca

Bek is one of those divine spirits who was a joy to know and work with.

Here she is in our reproduction 30's gown - we actually owned the original and had our very clever seamstress reproduce the pattern with a few tweaks for Bek.

"Sandie, I can't thank you enough for the wonderful service you provided me with.I felt like you did so much extra fo

r me, ... :-) ..... without batting an eyelash, and you did it with absolute grace!

(Your friend's aunt would be wonderfully proud).
The hairpiece and veil were perfect - the dress was perfect - the day was perfect! I received so many comments on the dress, and it's still the first thing people notice when they see the photos."

Bek and Wil - I wish you congratulations and all the happiness your wonderful selves deserve xxx

Loretta Wrote

"I loved my headpiece and it made my day. Thankyou for your talent. It was truly appreciated. I had a million comments on how beautiful the headpiece looked."
Loretta was such a delight for me to create with.

So much so, that sharing her passion for buttons, together we raided my 'inner sanctum' button box for a few special antique treasures of adornment.

Coming Soon Vintage Wedding Gown with Gold Detail Embroidery Thankyou Daughter of 'SG' for being THE MOST FABULOUS SUPPLIER xxxx If you are seeking a particular wedding gown, do make contact and together with my supplier, we will do our best to find it for you

Beautiful Greer

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To see our beautiful Greer in her fabulous wedding gown.
Greer immediately fell in love with this divine vintage creation.
Her Mum, Margaret did those special mum things in reworking a 'few' seams as well as sewing a matching full tulle petticoat (if you have ever made one, you know the mammoth effort in dealing with layers and layers of tulle all bound with satin ribbon) Margaret tell us she used an adaption of a pattern found on site http://www.pettipond.com/

Being a full on team effort, I have some fun photos only Greer and I share, of her headpiece veiling soaking in a pot on my stove to obtain the perfect match.

Reminds me of the time I was studying under the famous milliner, Jean Carrol, when my white frilled and wired showstopper/skyscraper/Gone With The Wind/Exam Piece looked way too white for my liking. I soaked it in coffee, hung it on the clothesline and it was immediately attacked by every bird within cooee. After this drama, it was too 'coffee coloured' and soon was seen soaking in a tub of napisan! Passed the exam with ('scuse the pun) flying colours and my dear friend Jeannie remains unaware of the excercise to this day :-)

When my brides visit the studio seeking a vintage gown, I always stress that the key element of vision must be applied when opting to wear vintage. It's always worth the effort - and almost always cost effective. The bonus being that your gown will always be remembered as unique and you will never see another of the same.

My seamstresses and myself are often seen chopping out sleeves, reworking a modest bodice to a sassy new look, building new petticoats and more recently, applying a serious haircut to hemlines.
The draping, fabrics and laces of yesteryear are truly worth preserving and how wonderful to have a mum like Margaret to be part of the reworking process.

Coming soon is a full length cream tulle gown with detailed gold embroidery on the bodice and hemline - a real showstopper if you, like Greer, are seeking a Vintage Wedding.

Vintage Dress

Our Beautiful Aimee Angelique http://www.aimeeangelique.com/

Sydney based actor/singer/songwriter
wears yet another version of our fabulous 50s pattern

1950s Wedding Dress

Cheye and Ailis From New Zealand

1950's Vintage Wedding Dress

My mannequins wait paitently in the new studio for electricians, builders, painters (and learner bloggers) to get the job done with all things up and running.

This is the original and tresured gown I had quality reproductions made from.

See the Vintage Wedding Section.

Later, as the pattern suited so many shapes and sizes, it was reproduced in all forms including this divine handpainted silk cotton bluebird gown now listed in my online store.

Flapper Wedding Gown

Flapper Bride?

Dare to be different?

How Cute!

Exquisite Victorian Wedding Gown - now listed on our online store

http://www.sandiebizys.bigcartel.com/

Leonies' 1950's Gown

Beautiful Leonie wrote:
"I love love love it!"
"You created my dream dress & it was so lovely to wear it on the day"
From the beginning, you were a delight to work with and all the girls on staff are so genuinely lovely".
"Thankyou for being a lovely, creative and inspiring person".
"I love your shop and all of your wonderful creations".

Aww shucks - Leonie, we truly love you more!!!!!

Original 1950's Gown worn by the gorgeous Sarah

The beautiful Sarah wrote:

"thankyou so much for helping me find my DREAM wedding dress",

"the dress was so much fun and I loved every minute".

1950's Bridesmaids

It's sensational when brides and bridesmaids do something a little different.
Here are our 1950's reproduction dresses (I'm not yet ready to part with the original)
dyed in a rainbow of colours. Just gorgeous!!!