When I was first contacted by Emma she wanted to know if I was up to the challenge of making her a grand dressing gown; with her specific criteria, all of which will be revealed as Emma shares her story, in her own words. However, prior to our meeting I…
Following on from the previous article Black Women in Fashion https://coralturner.com/black-women-in-fashion-a-portrait-of-dressmakers/ I would be remiss to not write about Ann Lowe, an American Designer who dressed one of America’s First Ladies, Jacqueline Kennedy. Ann Lowe described by Julia Faye Smith in her book ‘Something to Prove’ ‘America’s Forgotten Designer’ I…
When I first embarked upon my couture business full time, I was naïve as to some of the challenges that would lie ahead. Don’t get me wrong, whilst not coming from a perspective of setting up a business through rose coloured glasses; having assisted others set-up and grow their…
A friend came to visit me recently, with her she bought 4 department store dresses that she had purchased from well known brand names. My friend’s complaint, she had only worn each of the dresses a couple of times, but they were coming apart at the seams, she then asked…
Yesterday, I had the most phenomenal experience, and I would like to share with you why I salute Natalie Brown – a digital television presenter whose show ‘Time with Natalie’ addresses the work/ life balance we all aim for. The filming took place in a chic town house near Euston…
One of the most common questions that we ask one another is “What do you do?”. When I respond to that question, “ I am couture designer.”, I get a mixed reaction of quizzical looks and flattering nods of “Oh that is wonderful.” And from time to time, I get…