These days this word seems to be carelessly used by every sewist or brand that's just creating cut and sew ensembles for private clients.... yes there is a category called bespoke. You can create something bespoke but what makes it "Couture"? Can we call any bespoke outfit "Couture"? Starting with first Couture house in 1858 there has been some unique features that makes it Couture & luxury that is devoted to handmade! Either a collection inspired by a theme or be it made to order for a bride or customer a couture design always starts with a sketch and follows with a toile with custom fitting process. Since the fabric it utilizes is very expensive and luxurious no designer ever cuts a couture design directly. Once the type is fitted the adjustments made then the designs is mostly hand drawn for surface detailing on the toile itself. This allows the designer to better understand the design on how it will look on the body. Once the basic work is done most couture creations will have separate lining and understructuring that is required as a base. A couturier works and builds the under structures first. Next the actual fabric is cut in panels and basted and the surface design is drawn on the fabric and then beaded/embroidered/handpainted. This is a time consuming process and can take up to weeks or months even! The detail is always done by hand and fast methods such as printing, machine embroidery are not included in couture! Sadly many patrons are not aware of this and fall prey to certain designers who insist printed and machine embroidery means couture. Also a design is always made for a collection or a patron individually and custom designs are used for each. Embroidery or lace purchased on retail from India or other countries and then sewn into a design will not fall into the category of Couture either. Again due to lack of awareness most patrons are mislead to believe because it was purchased from India ( not sharing its freely available) it can be labelled as Couture! Once the embroidery is done it's a step by step process in hand sewing and fitting and making small adjustments and finishes to get the ultimate look. A couture outfit will take months and possibly 4 to 5 fitons including toile!!! The patience and participation of the patron is a must as it is a creative art piece made just for her! At the end of the day the creation that is the result is based on a lot of hard work and many hours of labor and creative thinking and execution to achieve that dream! If you want to get a unique couture outfit give about 6 -12 months and get in touch with us on info@yasisurikiribandara.com ! We will make something truly unique for you!

So since 2020 we have been working on this line of hand-painted and silk painted and batik bridal dresses and sarees.... This seems to be what our brides loves the most!!! We then embroider it and embellish it tooo!!! This was inspired by the purple pea flower and my take on it!!! A simple elegant representation that is unique and creates an oomph factor that is so unique. Our batik and silk handpainted kandyan bridal was also embellished and embroidered.. this mix media creates a unique harmony and contrast to create the overall eclectic look that is so appreciated by the modern bride looking for something unique for her special day! The modern meets vintage with a tough of eclectic design is what is depicted through this line... each design carefully painted on silk with accents in embroidery... Is this your vibe? Did you look for this kind of bridal? Have you been looking to get such a dress or saree created just for you? We can create the design that is most close to your heart and story. So it's just for you..... If this is your vibe then we would love to create for you....

It's again that time of the year to celebrate! You will find yourself once again completely inundated with so many options. An that's where it starts!! As an advocate of slow fashion I'd advice rather than purchasing a myriad of clothing items you never needed or would wear it would be wiser to choose your key occassions and the required key looks for it! Invest in pieces you could wear over a long time and re-style as and when needed. And that is where personal style comes in! Are you a maximalist or a minimalist? Do you like prints or solids? Do you like modern or traditonal designs? My advice is let your personality speak! Your style will evolve as you do! Do not conform to trends promoted by fast fashion. Our collection this season is in keeping with our focus on slow fashion this holiday edit is all about a mix and match pieces in seasonal colours that can be worn for yiour favourite occassions from dinnrs, carols, church, parties and even a wedding. There are a selection of techniques used in this collection from handpaint, braiding, 3d petals and draping.... Each brings out a unique design tat stands out and will last in a wardobe for many seasons to come. We are also available 6 days a week to serve you better and you can even book a design ( 2 week leadtime) ...... Do give us a call or mail us and drop by!!! Have a great holiday time peeps!!!

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CFTCSL FASHION COLLEGE Learn from our online and in person classes and workshops geared to be practical and helpful to any aspiring fashion student and entrepreneur. LEARN ABOUT OUR COURSES Basics in draping Price 15000 Duration 4 Weeks Enroll < Back About the Course Learn the basics in draping from scraatch! We all know a designer cannot operate by knowing patternmaking only. Learn the art of draping from the start and how to utlize it in design development and designing as a whole. From basics and fabric direction to pleats and tucks.... learn the basics within a few weeks!!! Individual and group lessons available! Your Instructor Yasisurie Kiribandara 15+ years in fashion design, fashion business, garment exports and award winning designer and alumni of AOD and Visakha Vidyalaya. Founders Institute Mentor and Mentor at Chokolaate