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DREAM The Post Modern Bride & Clever Couture Words, Judith Ecochard Images courtesy Amy Kuschel and J. Ecochard Amy Kuschel has crafted beautiful gown for fashionable gals…for a decade now…for brides and special occasions. This season’s collection is inspired by economic realities...with offerings that are elegant and price accessible for a wide range of customers--- without compromising the designs. I.e.---using American made lace that’s lower in price than hand made French equivalents ...and tulle. The first group of frocks we previewed is made from fabrics that have similar characteristics to silk…the same organic softness, more cleverly bumped up with netting. The dresses ---with empire seams or draped…are light---with a bohemian vibe that’s great for destination weddings. Sweetheart, v-necks and off the shoulders lines atop full, mermaid and tea length gowns… VIVA -Are all flattering. Natural waists and well-pleated gowns are also figure enhancing. We love the Japanese origami...

Alfred Angelo Sapphire Mikado and Net Princess Line Gown-A Crowd Pleaser Private Collection Taffeta Mermaid Gown in Diamond White PURELY ALFRED ANGELO (BRIDEMAIDS), ALFRED ANGELO (PRIVATE COLLECTION) and PICCIONE Words, Images Judith Ecochard Alfred Angelo is an international brand of special occasions’ ladies attire. For Spring 2010 Bridal, the creative director, Michael Shettel , was inspired by the yachting destination Newport, RI and a documentary of its famous Jazz Fest of 1958 ( Jazz On A Summer Day’s ). We thought the sculpted shapes with simple elegant details and the classic free flowing gowns (as in a taffeta A-Line halter dress)---- all flattering silhouettes, the highlights. Examples of this were in the Alfred Angelo and Piccione Collections…the later being premium priced. There were more ornate dresses too--- with make an entrance Chapel and Semi-Cathedral trains…with delicate rhinestone, lace and crystal beading… Private Collection Organza over Satin Strapless Princess...