Entry Archive for the category 'Custom Couture'Oct15 Saturday, 15. October 2011 6:28 Allison sent Nancy, our artistic director, pictures of her gown as well as this sweet note.
“Dear Nancy and Staff,
I was married over three years ago so I would ask you to please excuse my extremely late thank you. The recent wedding of a good friend has prompted me to look through my wedding pictures and I wanted to let you know that every time I look at my wedding pictures I fall in love with it again. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with the world, and helping make my wedding day one of the best of my life. As you designed and made my dress I was amazed at your skills, and by how much you love what you do. Thank you for being so helpful and kind throughout the entire process. I will always fondly remember working with you and your staff.”
Thanks Allison, you and your dress are stunning!
Call today to schedule your custom consultation with Nancy, or to try on our designer gowns. 801-373-0194
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides, Testimonials, Uncategorized | Comments (0) | Autor: Bree Sep03 Saturday, 3. September 2011 10:57 Jordan fell in love with our Nancy Barrus Couture gown, Alex. The dress was made custom for Jordan with the neckline, color, and sleeve length designed specifically how she wanted. She also added an Erin Cole belt at the empire waist line and wore a Nancy Barrus Couture veil. She is now married to the man of her dreams. Here is her story.
“My husbands name is Timothy Reed Zemp (or Tim Zemp). We met in our home town at the theatre. His mother was directing a play I was in, and he would sometimes sit in on rehearsals (which wasn’t something he would normally do). By the simple hellos, quick glances, and whisperings around the theatre we both knew that we liked each other. It wasn’t before long that he asked me on our first date -of course at the theatre, and every day after that we were stuck like glue. It was six months later that he proposed – at the theatre- in front of a sold out audience at the community Christmas concert I was performing at.”
“I was browsing on the Avenia website, and I saw a picture of my dress and it was love at first sight. I knew that it would be my wedding dress, no questions asked. When I went into the store it was the first and only dress I tried on. Being at Avenia they made me feel like a princess. It was SO fun. Besides the groom, my dress was my favorite part of my entire wedding day!”
“We were married on March 19th in the Cardston Alberta Temple in Cardston Alberta. We held our reception at a venue behind the theatre called “The Silk Purse.”"
“My wedding day was the best day of my life! I felt beautiful and overcome with joy the entire day!”
Thank you Jordan, you looked absolutely gorgeous! To try on designer gowns or discuss the options of a custom gown please call Avenia Bridal @ 801-373-0194.
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides, Uncategorized | Comments (0) | Autor: Bree Aug11 Thursday, 11. August 2011 15:01
Natalie Barrus Gubler is the daughter of our custom couture artistic director Nancy Barrus. Nancy has been dreaming of the day when she would be able to create her only daughter’s wedding dress, her dream came true this past Spring. Natalie is very petite so a lot went into getting the proportion just right and figuring out the best fit for her tiny frame. Natalie grew up being surrounded by Nancy’s custom wedding gowns so when the time came to sit down with her mom to design her dress she knew what she wanted. Nancy was able to create the exact look that Natalie was hoping for. The French lace dress turned out beautifully and both Natalie and Nancy could not have been happier.
Natalie also chose a pair of our Benjamin Adams heels, a ti adoro bracelet, and an Erin Cole headpiece to accent her dress.
Get to know Natalie better by reading her answers to some questions about her husband, her gown, and her overall wedding experience.
-Husbands name: Ryan Kyle Gubler
-How we met: We had two classes with each other our first day of College.
-How I chose my wedding gown: Oh my, I had been dreaming of my wedding gown since I was a little girl. I tried on many beautiful gowns but with my stature (5 ft. 2in… on a good day) none of them were proportionate to my small frame. I knew that I wanted something whimsical and vintage. I also knew I wanted something totally unique. With that in mind we began designing my custom gown.
-Avenia Experience: The thing I love most about Avenia is the variety they have to offer. There were so many beautiful laces, fabrics, and accessories to choose from.
-When and where: June 25, 2011 Draper Temple
-Reception location: Hillside Backyard
-How I felt on my wedding day: I have never had a more delightful day! You could not have wiped the smile off my face if you tried. I felt so beautiful in my wedding gown. I received countless complements on it.
Thanks Natalie, you are GORGEOUS! Nancy said this dress was a “labor of love” and that she loved being such a huge part of her daughters wedding experience.
To meet with Nancy or to try on our other designer gowns call Avenia Bridal: 801-373-0194
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides, Uncategorized | Comments (0) | Autor: Bree Apr21 Thursday, 21. April 2011 6:34 Bride Teri came to our in-house designer Nancy Barrus at Avenía Bridal in search of her perfect custom wedding gown. She knew just what she wanted: a flowing, white column-gown with quarter-length sleeves and a wrapped waist. Simply beautiful!
Teri and Dave were married in April in the Jordan River Temple and held a vintage, old fashioned-themed wedding reception in the historic Provo City Library, the old Brigham Young Academy in Provo, Utah. Teri’s gown fit her wedding theme perfectly- elegant, classic, timeless.
Congratulations Teri and Dan! We send our best wishes for your happiness and success.
For more information on designer or custom Nancy Barrus wedding gowns, call our boutique to schedule an appointment (801-373-0194) or visit our website here.
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides | Comments (0) | Autor: Rebekah Mar22 Tuesday, 22. March 2011 11:27 A beautiful summer day and a charming garden reception set the stage for Melissa and John’s perfect wedding last summer. And what could complete the scene more perfectly than an elegant, lace wedding gown custom made by designer Nancy Barrus.
Melissa and John’s wedding was recently featured on Utah Bride Blog and reveals all the enchanting details:
Melissa’s gown, the Alex gown, is a Nancy Barrus Custom Couture creation available at our boutique as shown or with different neckline and sleeve options. This lace, a-line gown is tailored to flatter Melissa perfectly and adds a soft touch with it’s scalloped trimming on the v-shaped neckline and classic three-quarter length sleeves. For this couple, beauty is all in the details!
To view and try on this gown or for more information on Nancy Barrus custom gowns from Avenía Bridal, please call our boutique to schedule an appointment: 801-373-0194.
Photos courtesy of Utah Bride Blog and Gideon Photography. Click here to view more from Melissa and John’s garden wedding reception.
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides | Comments (0) | Autor: Rebekah Jan21 Friday, 21. January 2011 10:41 Long-distance bride Denise came to Utah County from her home in Wyoming for a custom Nancy Barrus wedding gown. She knew just what she wanted: a sweetheart neckline, delicate pink accents and clouds of billowy, white tulle- in short, pure grandeur! The distance traveled for fittings proved every bit worthwhile as the end result was perfect- Denise loved her gown.
Denise and Frank were married on July 10, 2010 in beautiful Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Congratulations Denise and Frank! We wish you all the happiness and success in your marriage.
For more inormation on custom wedding gowns, please contact us: 801-373-0194.
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides | Comments (0) | Autor: Rebekah Dec09 Thursday, 9. December 2010 15:45 Celina came to Avenía with the vision of a timeless, 50s style wedding gown- a replica of a tea-length gown worn by her Aunt married in the classic 50s era. As she described her dream wedding gown, Nancy was busy bringing Celina’s vision to life by sketching each detail on her over sized sketch pad.
“…She started sketching. Which was unbelievable to see. It was awesome because we were debating on the top, [whether] to do it flat like it was in the picture or how we ended up doing it. She sketched it back and forth and back and forth until I decided,” said Celina.
Then, the most exciting part: choosing the perfect fabric.
“Nancy has this MAGIC black cabinet. Inside are about 2000 bridal fabric samples. It made me wish I wanted something super ornate, because the lace, oooooooh the lace, the sheer, the beads, the lining she has. Its is to DIE for,” said Celina. “I got to touch about 40, trying to figure out JUST what kind of silk I wanted. How stiff I wanted it. How thick. How soft. How much of a shine. And which of the 14 shades of Ivory did I want MY dress in.”
Together Nancy and Celia created the gown that got Celina bursting with excitement- everything was perfect.
There was one catch- Celina was visiting her family in Utah from her home in Ethiopia and only had 3.5 weeks before her Utah wedding! Nancy was more than happy to accommodate for Celina, given she came to us all the way from Ethiopia! To Celina’s advantage, she was getting married in the off- season and her gown was finished right on time.
Congratulations Celina! We wish you all the best.
Images and Qutoes from Celina’s blog. Read Celina’s whole story from her blog, (Not) so Single.
Theme: Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides | Comments (0) | Autor: Rebekah Nov24 Wednesday, 24. November 2010 9:44 Bride Amy came to Nancy Barrus at Avenía bridal in search of a designer to create for her the perfect custom wedding gown. Referred to Nancy by her best friend, Arianne, Amy had high hopes that Nancy could transform her vision into her ideal wedding dress.
Amy brought a picture of a gown silhouette she loved. The pair got to work to find the perfect fabric. As they searched through Avenía’s collection of designer lace, Nancy remembered one option she thought might be just right: a uniquely textured lace to give Amy’s gown the intricate detail she desired.
“I knew the second I saw [the lace] that it was ‘the one’,” said Amy.
Amy’s Gown:
Chic elegance adorned Amy on her wedding day in Draper, Utah. Amy’s final dress, a fitted, lace gown with exquisite textured detail and a charming chapel train was just what Amy wanted. And Amy’s artistic gown was a perfect match for her summer wedding reception in the gardens of the Springville Art Museum.
“I was rather particular about the style and design of the dress but Nancy completely caught my vision. She has an artistic eye which I was really really thankful for, and unlike many others, she knows how to make a dress that brings out your best features and fits you perfectly,” said Amy.
Amy’s “do it yourself” garden wedding reception was a charming venue, with homemade desserts on the buffet. The bride even added a more personal touch by making her own cake, doily flower centerpieces, decorations, bouquets and boutonnieres!
“I cannot even begin to tell you all of the amazing comments I received on the dress,” said Amy. “Everyone said they had never seen anything like it before, and even told some of their friends I didn’t know to come to the reception just to see the dress. I was always bummed I would never be able to afford the dress of my taste level, but you completely caught my vision and style and made the dress of a lifetime at a price we could manage. A million thanks!!!”
Congratulations Amy and Christian! We wish the best for you and your marriage!
Theme: Collections, Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides | Comments (0) | Autor: Rebekah Nov02 Tuesday, 2. November 2010 11:40 A Destination Wedding may be the perfect way to make your wedding experience intimate and unforgettable. We know that finding a wedding gown equally as unforgettable as your wedding venue may be the greatest challenge of all. A custom wedding gown may be the perfect solution.
In addition to carrying top designer bridal collections, Avenía Bridal specializes in designing custom bridal gowns for brides desiring a bridal dress reflective of their own unique style and individuality. Our in-house designer, Nancy Barrus, and her staff make capturing your vision a top priority while suggesting professional design elements to ensure your custom wedding gown is everything you imagine and more.
Bride Shelley had a beautifully simple, custom Nancy Barrus gown made for her ocean-view wedding, made with rich, flowing fabrics and delicate detailing.
April came to us requesting a custom gown for her ocean-side, destination wedding. She said this about her Avenía experience:
Nancy,
Thanks again for bringing my vision for my wedding dress to life, it was perfect. You were an absolute pleasure to work with. I wish you the very best!
Warm regards,
April
For more information about Nancy Barrus custom bridal gowns, visit our website at www.aveniabridal.com/custom or call the Avenía Bridal Boutique to schedule an appointment: 801-373-0194.
Theme: Avenia Bridal Boutique, Custom Couture, Portraits of Real Brides | Comments (0) | Autor: Rebekah Sep13 Monday, 13. September 2010 19:51 At Avenía Bridal, we’re all about the details. As a full-service salon, we offer more than your dream dress. We strive to provide you with everything you imagine, from head to toe- and everywhere in between.
In addition to bridal gowns and accessories, Avenía carries slimming intimates for our brides. Our own Nancy Barrus provides custom-made corsets for any shape and size. Built with metal spiral boning instead of nylon, Nancy’s corsets provide hours of all day support and last through multiple wearings. And the best part, Nancy Barrus corsets reduce 1-4 inches from the waist and high-hip area! Combining comfort and practicality, a custom corset could be just the thing to smooth lines and significantly improve the way you look and feel in your dream dress on your wedding day.
 Nancy Barrus Custom Corset  Nancy Barrus Custom Corset We are also pleased to announce that Avenía is now carrying Spanx, new, slimming intimates by Sara Blakely. These sheer-shapers smooth and compress with soft-to-the-touch fabrics, controlling problem areas with powerful yet comfortable compression. Even Oprah can’t get enough of what she calls the “miracle product” that “sucks it all in”. Spanx body shapers can be layered to customize shape and compression, smoothing thighs, hips, tummy and rear!
Photos courtesy of spanx.com.
Call Avenía Bridal for more information on our slimming intimates or for an appointment: 801-373-0194.
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