I recently had the privilege of designing an exquisite custom dress for choreographer Claire Kretzschmar for the world premiere of The Raffaella Ballet in South Bend, Indiana. Inspired by the life and beauty of Raffaella Stroik, the dress featured a stunning rose silk twill fabric with gold metallic embossing. Despite limited time and fabric, the final design showcased a soft yet structured drape with pleated skirts and a floral sash. This collaboration highlighted the importance of beauty and craftsmanship in art, and the ballet's success was a testament to the enduring impact of devotion and artistic dedication.
In the realm of weddings, few roles hold as much charm and innocence as that of the flower girl. As a seasoned dressmaker with a passion for crafting one-of-a-kind and custom bridal dresses for children, I have had the privilege of witnessing the impact that well-chosen flower girl dresses can have on the overall ambiance of a wedding. This article is dedicated to brides embarking on the delightful journey of choosing the perfect attire for their young flower girls. By addressing some of the most commonly asked questions, I aim to empower you with insights that will make the process as joyous and rewarding as the day itself. (All dresses featured were custom made by me in the Anagrassia Atelier...
Finish your race with style. Mary Grace Narkaj, a former collegiate swimmer and now fashion entrepreneur shares how she translated making beautiful things into making beautiful relationships. Listen to the radio show with Chris Godfrey here: Interview with Fashion Entrepreneur & Couture Dressmaker (Below is a transcript of the Sandwich Generation Radio Show aired on Redeemer Radio.) _______________________ Beauty Outlasts the Beast Sandwich Generation Opening- This is the Sandwich Generation with Chris Godfrey. Chris was an offensive lineman with the Super Bowl 21 champion, New York Giants. Today he is an estate planning and elder law attorney in South Bend, helping families make the most of their home field advantage. Chris- Hello, I’m Chris Godfrey and welcome to...
Anagrassia's couture dressmaker and designer, Mary Grace, created a custom made dress jacket for her mother. The Mother of the bride coat is made with Italian pink floral silk wool and dusty rose silk charmeuse. Click to read more about the jacket and how to order your own Mother of the bride custom garment.
