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Page 1 of 2 MANY WOMEN ARE under the misconception that having a dress designed is overly-indulgent, time-consuming and expensive. Here, some of Scotland's top bridal designers dispel a few myths...
 Q. I'm thinking of having a dress designed but am not sure how to go about it. What's the best way to approach a designer?
A. "I always like to meet the bride in person at the shop so we can have a good chat about what you are looking for. It's always best to phone ahead and make an appointment so I can set aside time in order to explain the design process and get to know you and your personality better." Bruce Munro Roberts
Q. How does the design process work?
A. "You would have an initial consultation to discuss your ideas and also to try some sample gowns on to see what suits your shape and colouring. A design would then be drawn and we would go through fabric swatches to decide what would work with the dress and your personal preferences. The first fitting would be in calico (cotton fabric) so that you get a good idea of the overall style of the dress without having to cut the real fabric. This also gives you a chance to change and improve certain aspects of the dress. Brides usually have around three or four fittings but it really depends on the individual and the complexity of the gown." Laura, Liliana Dabic
Q. I've never considered having a dress designed, isn't it more expensive than buying one from a shop?
A. "Certainly not, a bride's dress can cost between £300 and £1500, bridesmaids between £140 and £220 and a mother’s between £250 and £500." Ann, Ann Hardie Designs
Q. What type of customer do you design dresses for?
A. "My customers are very wide ranging in all areas - young, not quite so young; size 10, size 20; local, from abroad; traditional, contemporary..." Bruce Munro Roberts 
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