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Italian Renaissance Gowns

Our Italian gown silhouette features an Empire waist with attached skirt, puffy sleeves for the underdress and in most cases, either two or four detachable and grommeted arm bands (upper arm and lower arm). We can customize this gown to fit your needs perfectly. These gowns are desigend to be worn WITHOUT a hoop, so if you really dislike wearing hoop skirts, this is the gown for you. This gown is also perfect for those who would rather not emphasize their waistline, or those who are "expecting."

Basic Ever After
"just breathe" overdress & bracers



Customers Audrey and Katie looking lovely in their Ever After wedding gowns

More of our favorite customers, wearing their Ever After wedding overdress and bracers packages:






Watch the image above to get an idea of what this overdress looks like in other colors - we can make this overdress in any color combination for you.

This is our most affordable version of Drew Barrymore's ball gown from the movie "Ever After." Priced below, made from beautiful brocade and trimmed to perfection, in any fabric you desire from this page . This overdress is rimmed elaborately and meticulously and is a front-clasping (or lacing) gown

We added upper and lower arm bracers, (which are detachable by unlacing them from the grommeted shoulders), trimmed with lots of matching trimmings.

The chemise is NOT included with this package, but may be purchased separately. Please see our chemises catalog for available options.


Total cost for the Ever After overdress and detachable upper and lower bracers package: $375

You do not have to choose colors/sizes when ordering. After you place your order, we will email you a detailed order form to fill out for measurements and color options.

NOTE: Trims may vary, depending on your color choices. We can customize this gown to fit your needs - just let us know exactly what you'd like and we'll be happy to do it for you!


The 'Ever After'
velvet Ruins Gown

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*Perfect* for Bridesmaids or other formal occasions, without breaking the bank.

Drew Barrymore's simpler gown, made from plush velvet. The is a one-piece gown with satin sleeves, satin front skirt panel, plush velvet bodice and skirting, and two detachable velvet sleeves.

The gown has an Empire waist, typical of Italian Renaissance fashions. The back of the gown has a length of lacing grommet closures.

The detachable velvet oversleeves are very full, and have an elegant flared ruffle at the elbow. They lace to the gown's shoulder.

The neckline and shoulder of the detachable oversleeve will be trimmed in metallic loop braid (please note that the pictured trim is not metallic loop braid).

This gown is available in a rainbow of velvet and/or satin colors for only $325

(We can use other fabrics, but the cost will change. Email us for a price estimate)

You do not have to choose colors/sizes when ordering. After you place your order, we will email you a detailed order form to fill out for measurements and color options.


Crepe and Tapestry Italian overdress and chemise set

This gown is made from cotton with either a rich tapestry or brocade band at the skirt. It features loop braid trim on the bodice portion and bracers (braid is available in white, ivory, black, silver or gold).

. Embroidery may be purchased separately, if desired. Cost will depend on design.

The gown laces at the sides and at the shoulders through sturdy corset-grade grommets, with sturdy boning to keep the grommets from bunching.

The chemise is a full-length chemise made of muslin in white or ivory.

Total package, minus embroidery: $300

You do not have to choose colors/sizes when ordering. After you place your order, we will email you a detailed order form to fill out for measurements and color options.