Romantique Couture - Fashion Design and Bespoke Dressmaking

I will be exhibiting a selection from my NEW autumn collection on Catwalks at the following events in Cumbria. I will also have a stand at each of these events and will be available for advice and to arrange appointments.

DESIGNER WEDDING SHOW

21 - September 2008 - Abbey House, Barrow-in-Furness

LIVE THE DREAM WEDDING SHOW

28 September 2008, Carlisle Racecourse

NEW CUMBRIA LIFE WOMAN EVENT 2008

10 - 11 October 2008, Rheged, Penrith

I am also planning to have a presence during ULVERSTON FASHION WEEK from 17 October 2008

Please keep checking my website or reading my Blog for Additional Events.
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Romantique Couture offers you a comprehensive fashion design and dressmaking service, providing everything from minor alterations and recycling of your outfits, to full Wedding or Evening Gowns . Nothing is too small for us at Romantique Couture: quality day wear, bridal dresses , mother of the bride outfits or unusual designer clothing for that special occasion such as a cocktail evening, birthday party, school prom, or even a day at the races.

As you will see by browsing through our pages we can also create a handbag or a purse from the same fabric as your outfit, individually crafted to suit your style. We also specialize in recycled handbags as well as more conventional travel handbags or daytime and evening purses .
 
Our professional couturier, Angela Morton, will create for you that special, individual garment you have always dreamed of, something unique, eye-catching and a statement of who you are which cannot fail to impress! "Keep it simple" is her favorite motto but "add as much detail and flair as you can". She adds: "Creativity is an integral part of us as individuals. Without creativity we wouldn't be where we are today as a society. The tricky part is how we can express that creativity in fashion, architecture, jewellery and so on. From my experience, it can only be achieved with considerable patience and skill."

Everybody likes to appear elegant, to be in vogue and to wear an outfit with a simple line that enhances their appearance. It is not an easy task.

 That is why the skills and experience of the professional designer are vital. Even when they are performing the impossible, and are wizards with the fabrics, an outfit ‘cannot speak for itself' without your own, individual input. That is why Angela usually requests a consultation session to find about more about you. Individual input also includes choosing the right hairstyle and the right accessories to add the icing to cake.
 
Angela's style is all embracing; influenced by anything that comes her way. Whether it is the natural landscape of her home in the English Lake District, the lines of a building, the delicate shades of a wildflower, or even the pattern of veins in a leaf, her inspiration is sure to transcribe such hints of everyday beauty into each individual design and outfit she crafts.
 
It is very difficult to select just one out of the many artistic styles, which have shaped our society, from mediaeval times to the present. Each of them has something fresh to offer providing you know what you are looking for. Angela's personal favourite? "Art Nouveau. Beautiful and Feminine. The details are amazing. Some people will dismiss these designs straight away because they are asymmetrical rather than geometric and logical, and may appear complex or fussy. However, as you look closer you realise that art nouveau designs comprise sensitive, soft and sinuous lines, which make up naturally, organic and floral patterns. In my opinion these are just the right 'lines' for a unique and outstanding outfit."

WEDDING OUTFITS - 25% OFF IF YOU ORDER BY THE END OF JULY

Congratulations! You are engaged to be married. You are looking forward to planning for the big day but you don't know where to begin... more

BESPOKE UNIQUE DESIGNS - 25% OFF IF YOU ORDER BY THE END OF JULY

We design and manufacture only One Outfit for each individual request; we understand the desire... more

BESPOKE RECYCLED OUTFITS

Recycled textiles can be fashionable and unique without costing the earth.

HANDMADE HANDBAG, CLUTCH AND PURSE FOR THAT SPECIAL EVENT

HANDMADE RECYCLED HANDBAGS

Deciding to buy recycled products ensures that our natural resources do not get wasted and are re-used where possible... more

HANDMADE SOFT FURNISHING

Romantique Couture provides designed and unique cushions, pillows, made to measure curtains and throws... more