Kaitlin in Oysters & Pearls.

Brooke.

Photos: Jack Butler Photography

Brooke's dress was made from a very special embroidered organdy that might just be a hundred years old. This dress was a little one-of-a-kind I cooked up in my studio, and it found the girl who was meant to wear it. I love when that happens.

Bridal Gowns 2011

Strapless Wedding Dress

Disney Wedding Dress

2011 Ball Gown Wedding Dress Ellis

The best laid plans.

Hi everyone! It's been a quiet week on the blog, but only because we are pouring all our energy into our 2011 fashion show. The process always begins by reflecting on last year's event and brainstorming new, brilliant ways to make the show even more fun, lovely and surprising. We have a lot of wild ideas in the works! Meanwhile, I thought I'd roll the "highlights reel" from last year's show. Enjoy!

Sleeves, please.

Kate Osborne Photography

For Amy's Texas wedding, I made a variation of my Oysters & Pearls dress with a higher neckline and cap sleeves. I do think it suits her beautifully. And that bouquet is fantastic. More photos here.

Yes, it poured rain. But nobody seemed to mind. The bride, gorgeous Emily, wore Eventide.

I do love when my dress goes to England.

 Maybe it's the English major in me, but I have a weakness for red telephone boxes...

 

Victorian brick...

...and beer swilling grannies. Mel's Manchester wedding. The bride wore Giselle. And a fine time was had by all.

All photos: Lillian and Leonard

Fixed!

Okay, ticket sales are working again. Sorry about that! You can purchase here.

Fashion show tickets still available.

So, the English Dept. fashion show is NOT sold out yet. I'm working out a glitch with the online ticket website. Rest assured there are still plenty of tickets available. As soon as this little issue is hammered out I'll repost the link. Thanks for your patience!

K

Karla's lovely lakeside wedding. The bride wore Ghost.

It's Fashion Show time.

Announcing The English Dept. 2011 Bridal Fashion Show! We've been working furiously behind the scenes to get everything ready, and I can't wait to show you all our pretty new dresses. Tickets are available online here. Please come!

Beatrix in MS Weddings.

So thrilled to see my Beatrix dress featured in the Winter 2011 issue of Martha Stewart Weddings.

Happy New Year.

Photo: Cully Wright

Here's to a smashing new year made sweeter by love, friends and a bit of the bubbly. Bonne année, everyone. Onward to Spring! xoElizabeth