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The following techniques define a couture gown:
- The
gown should be cleanly finished on the inside with no raw seams visible.
- There
should be sufficient layers of fabric (underling and lining) so that
foundation garments cannot be seen.
- All
beads and lace should be individually hand-stitched.
- A
horsehair braid should be sewn inside the hem to push out the skirt
keeping it from looking limp.
- All
off-the-shoulder and strapless gowns should have boned bodices.
- All
working buttons should be covered in the same fabric as the dress.
Fastening loops should be well-stiched and a long zipper should be
hidden beneath the buttons in the back.
- Extra
Hooks and eyes should be placed at stress points - back, waist, and
neck.
Almost
none of these techniques can be found in a ready-to-wear gown.
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