I put a Twitter message out this morning "anybody know of any up and coming/new/independent designers producing vintage inspired wedding dresses?" Within a few moments, the lovely Kirstie over at Flo and Percy had sent me a link to the Charlotte Casadéjus website.
How completely and utterly drop dead gorgeous, are these? Elegance personified…
All imagery Coypright (C) 2009, Charlotte Casadéjus
Charlotte Casadéjus maintains one of the world's largest collections of antique French embroidered linen including a number of rare collector's pieces. She makes regular trips to southern France to source the finest antique linen monograms. These monograms, which were typically the dowry of nineteenth and early twentieth century French brides, are then sympathetically combined with the highest quality vintage linens to produce a variety of unique and exquisite home accessories, clothing and gifts. You can view her beautiful home deco pieces here, they include monogramed bolsters, embroidered cushions, and an absolutely exquisite collection of original vintage bags, that date from as early as 1910, through to 1960.
I shall be writing a separate blog article on restored vintage bags very soon. For now, I'd like to focus on Charlotte's debut wedding and evening dress collection. This is all about world-class, dress making mastery at it's very finest…
Charlotte’s passion for exciting vintage design, and luxury through the ages has translated into a collection of contemporary classics. Each beautifully crafted piece, from the 70’s inspired tuxedo-dress to the 1900’s lace paneled design, contains original vintage details including antique buckles, beading, lace and trims, thereby making every dress unique. Rich silks, georgettes and embroidered organdies combine with hand-finishing to create an elegant and timeless feel. The collection is absolutely of the moment, whilst subtly echoing its heritage of couture techniques.
Chalotte also has a range of original and vintage accessories at her studio, that include tiaras, shrugs, bags, hair clips, veils and jewellery.
For futher information, visit the Charlotte Casadéjus, call +44(0)207 064 1699, or 07814 146577, or email Charlotte on [email protected], to book an appointment to view her collection.
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Founder of Love My Dress. Passionate Podcaster and Editor. Annabel lives in rural North Yorkshire with her husband and business partner Philip, their two daughters and menagerie of furry hounds. She loves photography, meditation, walking, being outdoors and star gazing. She is fierce when it comes to championing talent within the wedding industry and when she's not working on Love My Dress, she supports her husband Philip in the running of the family's sustainable flower farm and floral design business, Moonwind Flowers. In 2013, she became a published author.
