Have you had luck with one of those online "custom-made" bridal gowns shops?

Question

I've researched a few of the popular ones, Julius Bridal being one of them, and the only thing that concerns me is that a lot of the examples I've seen have been puffy ballgowns, and the dress I want replicated (http://www.amsale.com/bridal/amsalecollection/071207/0712527.shtml) is really not like that, so I'm wondering if these shops would be able to pull off a more streamlined gown. Has anyone gone through one of these places that's NOT gotten a poofy ballgown?,And can you provide me with before and after pictures of the gowns so I can see the work for myself?

Thanks so much!

Answer 1

that dress is lovely, I would suggest going to a seamstress that is local so you can check on your dress. I would not trust an online shop where you only see the end product

Answer 2

www.sheshopping.com has the good  review,you can try this site.good luck for you ~

Answer 3

While I didn't have the same type of dress as you want made, I hope I can reassure you a bit.

I ordered a custom made dress from China off of eBay and had a great experience.

Here are pics from the ad and of my actual dress when it came in (sorry, I'm not a photographer, but it came in perfectly): http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=lgsk...

My suggestions are:

do your research

find someone you feel comfortable with and that offers a return policy

order in advance so if there is a problem you will be able to have it corrected or have time to run to David's Bridal and buy an alternate dress.

Answer 4

Hmmm...I've had many ballgowns made for dancing, but not a wedding dress and they always come out perfect.  It always amazes me how they do it.  You have to measure yourself like crazy though and in every nook-n-cranny.  I'd try to stay local if possible though.  A wedding dress is pretty important.