Gowns at half the couture price or less.Much as I would love to keep hundreds of sample gowns and tutus in my studio for made-to-measure clients to experiment with, I'm afraid there simply is not the space! I constantly have ideas for new gown designs and run the risk of nowhere to display them! Therefore, several studio sample gowns and prototypes have been dramatically reduced in price to make room for new collections. Most of these samples have been made to fit a size 10/12 display stand and will fit someone with measurements of:
bust:33"-36", true waist:26"-29", upper hip:31"-33", lower hip:34"-37",
upper arm:9"-11", forearm: 9"-10", upperarm length:22", underarm length:19", length from true waist to hem approx. 44" (will fit 5' to 5'5").
Lower hip measurements are taken with the tape-measure around the widest part of the hips. Any exceptions to this will be indicated
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These gowns are in a very good state of repair - sometimes a size 10 sample gown has appealed to several larger ladies to order from, but has in fact never been worn. Others have only been worn for photos. If in doubt they will have been dry-cleaned. Gowns containing antique fabrics or embellishments are unique one-offs and should be appreciated as such - e.g. anomalies of embroidery in a stunning indian textile is part of its beauty. The price, as shown, does not include a fitting, unlike made-to-measure orders. Do check if you are unsure about the measurements. I could offer appointments to try these items, but the price would then have to rise and the quality of the garment would be lost.
Cheques are accepted made out to Theresa Blake. Please contact for further details. UK only.
Updated:26.08.10
