Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January - June 2011 - (Page 37)

b often begins with an idea … a wisp of tulle, a billowing train, a smattering of crystals or a stunning neckline that’s impossible to forget. When that perfect dress simply does not exist (or when trying on armfuls of styles renders the search futile), discerning brides turn to an expert designer to fulﬁll the ultimate wedding fantasy: a one-of-a-kind custom gown. The bespoke experience is an exciting process in which bride and designer collaborate to make a vision, no matter how grande, come to life. For Mary Senin, who was planning her May 2010 wedding at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C., the dream began with a dramatic entrance. Upon attending top wedding-gown designer Amsale Aberra’s fall bridal show, an exquisite strapless silk ta eta mermaid-style gown caught her eye as soon as the model wearing it entered the room. “I saw it on the runway and it took my breath away,” she says. “I had never seen anything like it — I gasped because it was so stunning.” Mary knew she wanted a true showstopper for her wedding. So rather than go showroom to showroom, she reached out to Amsale directly. One of the most fashionable names in bridal couture, with a rich background in bespoke, Amsale has dressed a wide variety of celebrities, including Malin Ackerman and Halle Berry, all from her atelier in New York City. T c a. Amsale’s team handsews Swarovski crystals into a dazzling one-of-a-kind accent belt. b. Bride Mary Senin chose elements of multiple dresses to create her one-of-a kind bespoke gown. c. Amsale sketches gown options in her New York City studio. W E D D I N G S B Y T H E R I T Z - C A R LT O N 37

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January - June 2011

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January 2011
Contents
Jewelry
Style
On the Runway
Bespoke Bride
Love Notes
Dinner Is Served
White Wedding
Trends, Packages, Honeymoons
Ace of Cakes

Ritz-Carlton Weddings - January - June 2011