Sara Stanford says ‘I do’ to exclusive bridal line
Published:Tuesday | July 30, 2024 | 12:06 AMKrysta Anderson/Staff Reporter
It is every bride-to-be’s dream to find the perfect gown. With over 12 years of experience carefully curating bridal collections, bridal boutique owner, Sara Stanford is finally saying ‘I do’ to a collection of her own.
Stanford’s decision to design came after noticing that more and more brides yearned for original and unique bridal couture while maintaining that desired wedded rubric of structure, detail, modern elegance, and timeless beauty.
“These principles are woven into every stitch and seam of my gowns as I wanted to create dresses that not only looked beautiful, but also provide the perfect fit and feel for every bride,” the owner and designer of Sara E Bridal told Island Wedding.
As it relates to style, the focus was primarily fashioned around traditional silhouettes that exude sex appeal as well as elegance. The collection is the ultimate showstopper, displaying intricate bead work and delicate lace details, which accomplishes the mission of adding a touch of sophistication.
“There are mermaid shapes but then we also have fitted A-lines with wide, flowy detachable overskirts. The unique details of high splits or oversized bows and removable sleeves and straps provide versatile and customisable options, allowing brides to create a look that is truly their own and feel stunning on their big day,” she revealed.
Stanford, who took a little over a year to create this one-of-a-kind wedding line, noted that the time was mostly spent sourcing the right manufacturer who understood her need for quality. Each fabric was specifically selected by the owner to ensure the finest materials, then the gowns were carefully crafted in Europe, evident in the quality and craftsmanship.
“For my first collection, some designs were selected from the manufacturer, and I infused a lot of my own ideas, design elements, and vision to add that special Sara E touch,” she said, adding, “I’ll be including more of my own designs in future collections, while still offering brides the ability to customise any design they like, ensuring each dress has that unique, special quality every bride is looking for.”
Driving her passion home, Stanford hoped to offer this once-in-a-lifetime experience that would eliminate the need and hassle to travel overseas for wedding dress shopping and alterations. Each bride receives a one-on-one online consultation with Stanford herself, where she can work with her to customise or even design her dream wedding gown. “This ensures that every bride gets the individual attention and bespoke service they deserve, making their journey to the perfect dress a memorable and stress-free experience. With Sara E. Bridal, brides can now have access to exquisite, customisable wedding gowns without the need for extensive travel,”she shared.
Although there was a bit of apprehension and self-doubt in the midst of excitement, everything changed for the better when she received resoundingly positive reviews from budding brides. “Having the dresses in hand and seeing them on future brides is the best feeling in the world!”
Stanford aims to ensure every local and international luxury bride has access to one-of-a-kind wedding gowns with the same care, concern, and enthusiasm that brides have come to expect from the Bliss Bridal Boutique and Sara E. Bridal brand. “It’s crucial to me that each bride enjoys the consultation, feels like a true part of the process and [that we] provide brides with a seamless once-in-a-lifetime experience,” Stanford added.