Audrey J Sadler and Donald James “DJ” Grubb, Jr. had decided on an idyllic destination wedding.  The formal affair was to take place in April, at a lovely chateau in Amboise France, the heart of the Loire Valley.   Audrey had selected a stunning two piece long-sleeved, jewel neck, floor-length silk-satin gown with a six foot train and silk charmeuse lining – the perfect dress for an early spring wedding in the French country side.  Shortly after purchasing her dress, Audrey and DJ decided they’d rather wed in Hawaii….in June.  A big, formal gown was not going to work.  That’s when Audrey went to Shirley’s Designs & Alterations.

Audrey met with Veda and talked options.  How about an Audrey Hepburn-styled dress with a boat neck, v-back with three quarter sleeves and a tea length skirt…as well as a cami top (made from the train) to switch to after the ceremony? 

4 fittings later, without a pattern or picture to work with, just the bride-to-be’s vision, Audrey left the shop with a beautiful wedding ensemble – classic, clean line, a timeless vision of sophistication and simplicity.  Just perfect for an island wedding in June.  See for yourself….

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Our heartfelt congratulations to Audrey and DJ!  May they have a lifetime of happiness together.