If you’ve become accustomed to traditional weddings, you may think your only choice for wedding dress colors are the various shades of white or ivory. However, in recent years more and more brides have been moving away from white dresses and moving towards dresses in a variety of colors, including black! If you’ve been thinking about wearing a black wedding dress, let one of our beautifully designed black wedding dresses inspire you!:)
Remember that Brides & Tailor is specialized in creating custom wedding dresses of all colors, not only Black! So whether you are looking for a custom black wedding dress, a totally gothic-y custom gothic dress or any other colors, we’ve got your back!
This beautiful Styled Shoot was recently featured on Wedding Day Magazine, one of the most prominent Wedding Day Magazines in the Midwest! It is the result of the efforts of state of the art Michigan Wedding Vendors who worked together to bring an artistic moodboard into reality.
The idea of an alternative black wedding dress came from myself- Manal from Brides and Tailor, and Brittany from Great Lakes Event Planning! We pictured a stunning black ball gown in a modern and lighter colored venue. The choice of Gold/Black color tones turned out to be just gorgeous! All the elements complemented each other so nicely and beautifully.
The Wedding Dress and veil were a showstopper! When I was working on the design of this gown, I wanted it to be in Black but not too Gothic-y. I wanted beading to be placed over the lace to give it some sort of a 3D effect, and beautiful volume to make it truly bridal. The final result turned out to be gorgeous, with hundreds of small pieces of beading added all over the gown from top to bottom. The veil also had the same design of the dress with lace and beadings to create a timeless look!
Brittney from Great Lakes Event Planning made it a breeze to work together on this shoot. Most of the people do not know how much of hard work it takes to produce this beautiful work of Art, and I must say this group of vendors were just OUTSTANDING. Lauren, our photographer, was amazing and focused on capturing even the tiniest of details. Her photos are so beautiful and airy! Douglas, our videographer, was also awesome to work with! He made sure all the videos taken reflected both behind the scenes footage and live videos from the actual shoot.
Our models were so great to work with too! The atmosphere was just so much fun! Katelynn’s makeup consisted of a beautiful smokey eye and bold red lipstick by Norma, and the hair was hairstyled into a beautiful classic up-do by Carleana! Bradley wore a black tux as well, so it was all a matchy-match!
The beautiful white,gold and green tones floral work by Plum Market was just so classy and elegant, and the stunning floral arch was created by the talented Joy who paints each one of these petals individually. This is honestly just the perfect backdrop to any bridal party! The stationary created by Lyndsay was so moody and edgy- I loved the calligraphy in there!
The venue for this shoot was chosen because of its bright and airy aesthetic. The Roostertail is honestly one of the most beautiful venues in Detroit!It is the perfect combination for indoor/outdoor weddings! Paired with the moody colors of the bride’s dress, this contrast is a match made in heaven! The cake was exclusively made by Karlee, and its beautiful gold and black mix truly complemented the rest of the moodboard!
One of the most beautiful aspects of the table were the gorgeous black linen colors provided by Luxe Event Linen, rentals by event Source and Upstage Kzoo’s candleholders, golden glass cups without forgetting the statement peacock chair. Needless to say, Britt did an awesome job setting everything up and making sure it was all picture-perfect! Since we wanted to touch on a moody trend for this shoot, black cake, a black dress, black acrylic chairs and black velvet linens are ahead of the trend! Here are some extra photos captured from this lovely day. You will also be able to watch a video at the bottom,so make sure you don’t miss a thing!
As a final note, To all brides all over the US and not only in Michigan I say: Always remember that your wedding dress should reflect your personality. If you cannot find a custom black wedding dress that truly matches your personality, count on Brides & Tailor to create your dream bridal gown. We promise this will be an unforgettable experience! ” – Manal
Leap Year comes but once every four years. And Leap Day, February 29, is not a national holiday anywhere. But that doesn’t stop the special day from being a highly coveted date for marrying couples to set their weddings on! This is exactly what Erin and Jamel decided to do- Having a Wedding as unique and special as their relationship!
Their Wedding took place at the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Garden in Virginia on a magical beautiful day! What I truly loved about Erin’s Wedding Day photos were the tons of smiles that were clearly shown on everyone’s face! Everyone had such an amazing time, and this is exactly what is so touching about weddings.It truly reflects the happiness and love all around!
Now let us talk about Erin’s Custom Wedding Dress! Erin had a 3-in-1 custom wedding dress designed by Brides & Tailor! It has a short skirt ( Which we won’t show you now :) ), a long overlay ballgown skirt that can be easily worn above it , a removable belt and a removable jacket. Best part yet? Her custom wedding dress had pockets! Pockets are so trendy for 2020/2021, and we will be providing all brides with the option of adding pockets to all of their wedding gowns.So so classy!
Erin’s makeup was so simple and elegant, with beautiful curls that reflected true elegance!
The groom’s tux also reflected elegance and what I loved the most was the first “look” . I won’t give any more details. I will let the pictures speak on their own:)
Who could’ve thought that our planned Styled Shoot was indeed STILL going to take place despite the Snow Storm Advisory Warning in Michigan in January 2020? This Styled Shoot was published on Contemporary Weddings Magazine, and I’m so glad to finally be able to share some of the photos from this magical day on our website!
We all drove in the Snow Blizzard and Weather Advisory on January 18th,2020 because we had this beautiful Concept in mind. We wanted to show potential brides how gorgeous it is to have Winter-themed photos! Michigan is known for its long winter months and snowy days, but we’re not going to just wait for Spring and Summer to have a shoot. A Bride is beautiful in any season!:)
The colors for the shoot were a mix of Blue, Gold, Burgundy and White. They just mixed up so beautifully and contrasted with the snow all around.
Brides & Tailor created a special custom faux fur piece in Burgundy to match the overall theme and to contrast beautifully with the snow and the wedding dress. The Custom Wedding Dress by Brides & Tailor was a very simple yet elegant gown. It features lace on the bodice, intricate lace detailing at the back, and a flowy soft tulle skirt for the skirt. We are always trying to showcase different gown styles that a variety of brides would love! Needless to say, the bride looked awesome in it!
One of my favorite parts about this shoot were the 2 main characters – The bride and the Groom :) Rebecca and Beau are husband and wife, and we cannot deny that the chemistry between those 2 was just AMAZING. They seriously made the photographer’s and the videographer’s work effortless! They were goofy, spontaneous and full of life!
For the table, a navy velvet tablecloth was used, and beautiful golf flatware, gold chargers and candle holders were used. The chairs also had golden accents and it was the perfect addition. Our planners Britt and Megan created the perfect setup and added some candles in just a few minutes. Planners really do magic:) The florist created beautiful pops of burgundy color floral work mixed with greenery,white and earthy colors. The flowers were out of this world! One of the things I also loved the most was the beautiful sofa which was perfect to add some warmth and coziness to the outside cold. The small vintage table used for the cake and the flowers was also so cute! Did you know that it was pre-purposed from a sewing machine? It looked absolutely gorgeous with the setting! :)
The cake was also an outstanding part of the shoot. Our awesome cake artist Mackenzie created an edible cake which has beautifully-blended navy blue and gold colors. It was the perfect cake for the perfect theme!
The makeup of the bride was so trendy and the bold lipstick color really made the lips stand out. The hairstylist created an elegant braid which really suited Rebecca’s face. For the stationary, Elisa created beautiful stationary with printed florals which had burgundy, blue and earthy colors.
All of this shoot would have never been possible without the efforts of these vendors and without 2 awesome vendors who were able to make the shoot streamed to all the audience in pictures. Kai Davis is an amazing photographer who is capable of capturing images with such great detail and color. Her photography is so airy and real that it really blows my mind away. Our videographer,Mas Media, is also such a talented videographer. Throughout the shoot, he was running around with his video equipment and his drone,and needless to say, his video speaks for itself. I literally teared up when I watched it. So so sweet to see what a work of art he has created.
I know I have probably written so much about this shoot already, but it is indeed one of my most memorable ones! Now all you need to do is sit back and enjoy these photos and video from this magical day!
Words cannot express how great my experience with Manal and her team has been. For a year now she’s been...read moreWords cannot express how great my experience with Manal and her team has been. For a year now she’s been answering my questions and helping my make my final decision. The actual dress is more beautiful than anything I could have hoped for! If you’re looking for great customer service and a one of a kind dress you must work with Manal! Through every step of the way she is there supporting and encouraging you!read less
Ashley Swarthout
7/17/2020
Ladies, do not hesitate on ordering a gown from Manal!! I'm a pear shape and she disguised my tummy and...read moreLadies, do not hesitate on ordering a gown from Manal!! I'm a pear shape and she disguised my tummy and snatched my waist. I also wasn't sure about bling so she added a removable belt which was so smart, so that I'm able to wear it over the dress or over the overskirt as I see fit! In stores a custom made dress, drop veil, belt, bolero, and overskirt in my rushed time would have been five times the price. You can't beat it! Communicate the dress of your dreams to Manal and she will build it for what you would have paid for a high end David's Bridal gown. Go to a professional tailor with the info she sends you about measurements and get them to do it. She follows them perfectly and your dress will fit exactly!! Will add photos in March after my leap year wedding, it came today and I'm overwhelmed with how perfect this is.read less
Erin
1/27/2020
I’ve worked with Brides & Tailor on multiple occasions and have had only amazing experiences with them! Not only have...read moreI’ve worked with Brides & Tailor on multiple occasions and have had only amazing experiences with them! Not only have I seen some of the most beautiful gowns ever but, Manal is a true professional and her attention to detail is simply unmatched.read less
normsi
7/17/2020
I worked with Manal and she was a dream from the beginning... As any bride could be, I was nervous...read moreI worked with Manal and she was a dream from the beginning... As any bride could be, I was nervous of the idea of putting an idea to paper and it coming out exactly what I envisioned. As someone that can be quite indecisive already... Manal put my worries to rest. She recreated the exact dress I had been hoping for! She was more than patient with my all of the place ideas. She was responsive to my messages. She got the initial sketch, through the final sketch back to me VERY quickly. I'm no longer worried about ordering my dress before I try it on because I believe she will make every effort to recreate exactly as discussed. If you have a dress in mind... And can't find it anywhere.... Contact her! She will not disappoint. Next review for when I receive my final dress!! Thank you so much Manal!read less
Emily
4/18/2020
Manal has been super sweet and helpful throughout the entire process! Great communication and very thorough in her explanations/answers to...read moreManal has been super sweet and helpful throughout the entire process! Great communication and very thorough in her explanations/answers to my questions. She mixed together 3 different style dresses for me and the sketch came out exactly how I envisioned! Can’t wait to get it started. Definitely recommended!!read less
Brynne
3/26/2020
It’s hard to find people that can custom a dress based on your inspirational photos. Well let me tell you!...read moreIt’s hard to find people that can custom a dress based on your inspirational photos. Well let me tell you! This company has WON. They are so easy to work with. Their sketch work is beautiful and in color example just makes it more WOW! I can’t wait for the actually dress to be created for my special day. Thanks for helping my vision come true.read less
Dawn
6/21/2020
I loved the sketch that was made for me! Manal is wonderful and helpful. She was prompt in answering all...read moreI loved the sketch that was made for me! Manal is wonderful and helpful. She was prompt in answering all question I had as well as asking me for information I didn't think of. I am truly thankful i found her on Etsy and am glad to have her making my wedding dress and flower girl dress.read less
Crystal
4/25/2020
Manal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so...read moreManal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so painstakingly easy!! I was supposed to get married on Halloween (Covid ruining everything), so I didn’t want a traditional white dress and let me tell you it was SO difficult finding a dress I almost gave up the idea of the non-traditional route. But then I found my saving grace, Manal thank you so so much! She paid attention to all the little details I asked for, gave me so many options of fabric colors, lace appliqués, beadings, etc! Also they made me a matching veil for FREE!! Such a sweet little surprise and you can’t beat that for the price! If you are having trouble finding THE dress, look no further and create your own beautiful gown 💕read less
Justine Harper
7/17/2020
The sketch was very pretty. She did it twice as there was not a clear understanding for the first sketch,...read moreThe sketch was very pretty. She did it twice as there was not a clear understanding for the first sketch, whether my fault or her fault, she made it right. I ultimately did not have the dress made because I was quoted a higher price for a plus size gown and she stated the higher price was for the extra material. Of course, charging more for a size 18 or 20 because of extra material would make more sense if the sizes 0s, 2s or 4s were given discounts, which I'm sure they aren't. It all evens out. It's just one more burden for a plus size bride. Gowns available for purchase whether a 4 or 24 or even larger all are the same fee. The price for my gown was quoted higher than more intricate gowns on her site. I do love her work and clearly she has beautiful gowns so I am disappointed I was unable to purchase from her.read less
Lori
8/01/2020
Very pleased with the dress! She worked great with me and helped me make my dream dress a reality! Would recommend!
katharinaedwards
6/19/2020
Manal is great to work with. Readjusting my wedding plans because of COVID-19 has been stressful, but Manal has been...read moreManal is great to work with. Readjusting my wedding plans because of COVID-19 has been stressful, but Manal has been understanding and accommodating.
Here’s just one example of Manal going above and beyond with her customer service. Usually, I would have been able to do a final fitting of my dress in Manal’s showroom before taking it home; but because of COVID-19, I haven’t been able to travel home for the fitting. Since my dress is custom, Manal said it shouldn’t need any alterations, but if I do, she will cover it.
Manal personally deliver the dress to my parents’ house and all of the pictures and videos of my dress look beautiful. I can’t wait to try it on!read less
Irene
5/11/2020
A few months ago, I fell head over heels for a dress that was no longer being made - after...read moreA few months ago, I fell head over heels for a dress that was no longer being made - after searching and searching for other similar options, I decided that I would never get the dress out of my mind and that I needed it to be custom made...that's when I came across Brides & Tailor...and let me tell you, it was by far the best custom experience I've ever had. I was assured that the dress would be made on time (and in fact, it came early!) and that they would do everything in their power to create something beautiful...and wow, is it beautiful! Working with Manal was a breeze and her communication was out of this world. The dress fits like a glove and the details are exquisite. I could not recommend Brides & Tailor enough!read less
Alison James
4/07/2020
Excellent designer . Her work is beautifully custom made. She is thoughtful and the kindest person. If you chose this...read moreExcellent designer . Her work is beautifully custom made. She is thoughtful and the kindest person. If you chose this bridal boutique, you won't regret it but cherish the memory for years to come. Her custom designs are simply gorgeous. Please check her out.read less
Brittany Onyene
7/17/2020
They were there for me during the pandemic when I could not go in to dress shops and find my...read moreThey were there for me during the pandemic when I could not go in to dress shops and find my dream dress. I sent them a picture and they made that picture a reality.read less
Katharina Edwards
7/22/2020
I just got my wedding dress in the mail and couldn’t be happier with it! I didn’t even want to...read moreI just got my wedding dress in the mail and couldn’t be happier with it! I didn’t even want to take it off! The process of ordering a dress online can definitely be scary when you have no idea what it will look like until the end...but the team at brides and tailor made this experience amazing! I told them exactly what I was looking for, sent some pictures and from there they sent me swatches and we were ready to go. They keep you updated through the whole process and you even get to see a picture of the dress before they send you it to make sure it’s what your vision was.
For brides non traditional like myself or traditional..definitely give these wonderful people your business. You will be so happy you do! After literally hundreds of dresses.. I finally found the one!!!read less
Kelli
3/21/2020
Manal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so...read moreManal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so painstakingly easy!! I was supposed to get married on Halloween (Covid ruining everything), so I didn’t want a traditional white dress and let me tell you it was SO difficult finding a dress I almost gave up the idea of the non-traditional route. But then I found my saving grace, Manal thank you so so much! She paid attention to all the little details I asked for, gave me so many options of fabric colors, lace appliqués, beadings, etc! Also they made me a matching veil for FREE!! Such a sweet little surprise and you can’t beat that for the price! If you are having trouble finding THE dress, look no further and create your own beautiful gown 💕read less
Justine Harper
7/17/2020
Words cannot express how great my experience with Manal and her team has been. For a year now she’s been...read moreWords cannot express how great my experience with Manal and her team has been. For a year now she’s been answering my questions and helping my make my final decision. The actual dress is more beautiful than anything I could have hoped for! If you’re looking for great customer service and a one of a kind dress you must work with Manal! Through every step of the way she is there supporting and encouraging you!read less
Ashley
7/15/2020
After trying on so many dresses, I was so frustrated. To me, what I wanted was so simple but no...read moreAfter trying on so many dresses, I was so frustrated. To me, what I wanted was so simple but no one made it because it was considered “not traditional.” I looked in my city at custom gowns and they wanted thousands! That’s where brides and tailor came in. They helped put to paper what I had in my mind. They kept me updated throughout the process, kept prices fair and when my dress was delivered this week, I felt pure joy!! Manal was a gem to work with and I will definitely be referring anyone I know getting married to brides and tailor! What a great experience!read less
Kelli Nuttbrock
3/27/2020
It was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent...read moreIt was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent her 3 separate dresses and asked her to combine them all into my dream dress.. but in black! I never had luck finding a black dress that looked bridal... until I met Manal! She put together exactly what I was imagining in my head and it’s made perfectly! She was super sweet, helpful, and very responsive. She made the fear of ordering a wedding dress online completely disappear. The turnaround was insanely fast as well. Prices were extremely reasonable given you’re getting a handmade, one of a kind custom dress. I couldn’t be happier with the quality of the customer service and dress I received. I will definitely be recommending Brides and Tailor to everyone looking for a wedding dress! I will update the review with pictures once I say I do!read less
Brynne Verbel
8/06/2020
Every time I see a new post from Brides & Tailor, I’m always so excited to see one her new...read moreEvery time I see a new post from Brides & Tailor, I’m always so excited to see one her new designs. Manal is able to create classic and elegant designs or something edgy, contemporary and bold.Who says all wedding dresses need to be white? The last time I worked with her, she had created a gorgeous black dress that was understated and elegant.Don’t hesitate to reach out to her and create your ideal vision of your wedding dress!read less
