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Jennie0898
saving bee bees since 2005
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Wedding Date:
9/23/2006 3:00 PM
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Watermill
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by ChristineAE
Anyway, I honestly don't like the whole sheer thing, and I don't like that most of the designers that make long sleeves add a BELL to it....why do they have to flare at the bottom? If I wanted to look like an F'ing Princess from Medieval Times....I'd just buy a COSTUME!
I have to agree with you 100%. Most long sleeve gowns are totally not my taste.
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Jennie0898
saving bee bees since 2005
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Wedding Date:
9/23/2006 3:00 PM
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Watermill
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by JessicaM.
Hi, I am Jessica and my eyes are bigger than my wallet. If you are like me, and want a couture gown at an off-the-rack price, this is the thread for you! 
I am getting this dress re-created.
you see, I am not only the knock-off thread president, but I am also a client!
Jess,
Who are you using to make your gown? The same woman as Christine? I apologize if this is a redundant question, but I didn't notice throughout the thread if you mentioned this info.
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Posted 8/12/05 11:52 AM
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JessicaM.
totally
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4/23/2006 12:00 AM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by Jennie0898
Posted by ChristineAE
Anyway, I honestly don't like the whole sheer thing, and I don't like that most of the designers that make long sleeves add a BELL to it....why do they have to flare at the bottom? If I wanted to look like an F'ing Princess from Medieval Times....I'd just buy a COSTUME!
I have to agree with you 100%. Most long sleeve gowns are totally not my taste.
ditto- I don't get it either...I guess it's supposed to add drama and flair...and maybe a little tiny bell would be nice....but they just go waaayyy overboard on most, of course this is JMO!
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Posted 8/12/05 11:52 AM
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JessicaM.
totally
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4/23/2006 12:00 AM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by Jennie0898
Posted by JessicaM.
Hi, I am Jessica and my eyes are bigger than my wallet. If you are like me, and want a couture gown at an off-the-rack price, this is the thread for you!
I am getting this dress re-created.
you see, I am not only the knock-off thread president, but I am also a client!
Jess,
Who are you using to make your gown? The same woman as Christine? I apologize if this is a redundant question, but I didn't notice throughout the thread if you mentioned this info.
no, the woman that is making my gown is a retired professional wedding dress maker (FIT alum, so I know I am in good hands  ) she just happens to be in fh's family, so she is doing it for me, kind of as a favor I guess- but mostly because she is genuinely happy and excited for us...and she LOVES the design and cut of my dress. She may take on a few gowns here and there, so I could ask her if anyone else is interested. she does live in Brooklyn though (WIlliamsburg) and does NOT travel well (she is old- 85 I think, and she needs to be driven anywhere)
She reminds me kind of as yoda- b/c she looks so small and frail- but a sewing machine is her ligh-saber----she just comes out of nowhere with her skills!
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Posted 8/12/05 11:56 AM
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Jennie0898
saving bee bees since 2005
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Wedding Date:
9/23/2006 3:00 PM
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Watermill
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by JessicaM.
She reminds me kind of as yoda- b/c she looks so small and frail- but a sewing machine is her ligh-saber----she just comes out of nowhere with her skills!
You're killing me!!! I'm picturing this little old lady who looks like Yoda sitting at a sewing machine!! 85 and she still can make a dress god bless her!!! I am always amazed by the older generations... They have an incredible work ethic! I was sort of hoping she was out on the island but no big deal. I'll just keep looking!!
Thanks!
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Posted 8/12/05 12:01 PM
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ChrissynRicky
Board Princess
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Wedding Date:
4/30/2006 3:00 PM
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Fox Hollow - Woodbury, NY
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
I wish I had a grandmother like that! It always adds that special something!
I honestly think getting a wedding dress custom made is really special. You're involved in the making, the ideas, and the whole process....so it's very sentimental.
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Posted 8/12/05 12:03 PM
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SomethingBlu
Enjoying the journey...
Member since 10/04 10523 total posts
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5/27/2005 3:00 PM
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Jericho Terrace - A+
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
I'm not an '06 bride, but can I play?
My dress was made by mom and was inspired by this Amsale...of course, the model is very thin so I adjusted the beading and design to emphasize my body type. 
There are a lot more pictures posted in my review on The Bride's Review board...
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Message edited 1/25/2006 9:37:44 PM.
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Posted 8/12/05 12:15 PM
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ChrissynRicky
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4/30/2006 3:00 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Just gorgeous Sasha!
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Posted 8/12/05 12:17 PM
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Jennie0898
saving bee bees since 2005
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Wedding Date:
9/23/2006 3:00 PM
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Watermill
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by SomethingBlu
I'm not an '06 bride, but can I play?
This was the "inspiration"...Amsale Blue Label
I modified it for my body type and the hand embroidery we found from India...I also added a crystal hem (will have better pics when I get my pro-pics)...made with love by my mom! 
OMG I LOVE that dress!!
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Posted 8/12/05 12:19 PM
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SomethingBlu
Enjoying the journey...
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5/27/2005 3:00 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by ChristineAE
Just gorgeous Sasha!
 THANK YOU!
Girls, the best part (besides having a dress made for YOUR body type) was the fact that the original was $4500...my dress was under $300 and that included HAND embroidery on silver thread from India and Italian silk satin!  Why pay more?
ETA: Of course my mom didn't charge me labor, but having your dress made by a professional still has a lot of benefits.
Message edited 8/12/2005 12:29:43 PM.
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Posted 8/12/05 12:19 PM
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PrincessConsuela
Almost there 2 yrs 2-3-08
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Wedding Date:
2/3/2006 7:30 PM
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Fox Hollow
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by JessicaM.
Posted by PrincessConsuela
Posted by ChristineAE
i didnt think you werent going to get liner in the dress i just wanted to know if it was going to be a nude colored liner or solid white which jmo would give the gown a different look.
that might be interesting...to have a the contrasting liner under the lace- it would definitely give the dress a different look...
hmmm Consuela, does this mean you are going for the "different" dress....hmmmm LOL
hey- if you want, you can have both dresses made for the price of purchasing one...then you don't have to choose! LOL
you guys really dont think i havent thought of that before. both gowns!!! well i already have. LOL but that is not going to happen. i am going to pick one
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Posted 8/12/05 12:28 PM
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ChrissynRicky
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4/30/2006 3:00 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by PrincessConsuela
Posted by JessicaM.
Posted by PrincessConsuela
Posted by ChristineAE
i didnt think you werent going to get liner in the dress i just wanted to know if it was going to be a nude colored liner or solid white which jmo would give the gown a different look.
that might be interesting...to have a the contrasting liner under the lace- it would definitely give the dress a different look...
hmmm Consuela, does this mean you are going for the "different" dress....hmmmm LOL
hey- if you want, you can have both dresses made for the price of purchasing one...then you don't have to choose! LOL
you guys really dont think i havent thought of that before. both gowns!!! well i already have. LOL but that is not going to happen. i am going to pick one
It's Number 2 right?
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Posted 8/12/05 12:30 PM
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chikita315
It's An Obsession
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Wedding Date:
2/18/2006 3:00 PM
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Wherever you are
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
I don't have a knock-off dress, but I will have knock-off invitations
Anyway - you girls will all look stunning in your dresses, knock-off or not
I like saying knock-off
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Posted 8/12/05 12:42 PM
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marymoon
Someday Bride
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by chikita315
I don't have a knock-off dress, but I will have knock-off invitations
Anyway - you girls will all look stunning in your dresses, knock-off or not
I like saying knock-off
Knock it off! 
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Posted 8/12/05 1:40 PM
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M&S Sept12006
2 Years Down...
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9/1/2006 3:00 PM
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Westbury Manor - A
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Ladies!
Question: how much does it cost (appx) to have a dress like that made? For example a re-make of a Reemie? Detailed bodice, full skirt, and strapless?
TIA
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Posted 8/12/05 1:40 PM
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hmpena
Momma to be- team blue!
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Wedding Date:
1/15/2006 3:00 PM
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Fox Hollow A+
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Now I wish my dress was custom made!  I agree with Jess and Christine, PrincessConsuela, get both made and wear one for the ceremony and one for the reception!
Sasha- your dress is stunning! Your mother is so amazing.
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Posted 8/12/05 1:46 PM
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ChrissynRicky
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4/30/2006 3:00 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by M&S Sept292006
Ladies!
Question: how much does it cost (appx) to have a dress like that made? For example a re-make of a Reemie? Detailed bodice, full skirt, and strapless?
TIA
My woman charges approximately $500 including the fabric. However this can vary based on things...but nothing higher than $600.
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Posted 8/12/05 1:48 PM
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metmymatch
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Wedding Date:
11/11/2006 4:30 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
i just have to ask... how much does it cost to have these dresses made? my mom asked her local seamstress about one for me and she quoted $3K ot $5K.
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Posted 8/12/05 1:54 PM
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PrincessConsuela
Almost there 2 yrs 2-3-08
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2/3/2006 7:30 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by hmpena
Now I wish my dress was custom made! I agree with Jess and Christine, PrincessConsuela, get both made and wear one for the ceremony and one for the reception!
Sasha- your dress is stunning! Your mother is so amazing.
stop your gown is gorgous!!!!!
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Posted 8/12/05 1:58 PM
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JessicaM.
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4/23/2006 12:00 AM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by metmymatch
i just have to ask... how much does it cost to have these dresses made? my mom asked her local seamstress about one for me and she quoted $3K ot $5K.
you cannot go to a "seamstress" with a shop and such- you need to travel to someone who works out of their house and by word of mouth...also, I imagine someone who has cheap rent and low property taxes!
I am paying a little more than Christine- but less than $1000 on a $5000 dress! 
SASHA!!!! your dress is fabulous. I know I read you had some problems getting in completely on time, but wow- simply beautiful! would you be so kind as to give me your indian embroidery contact!!
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Posted 8/12/05 2:14 PM
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ChrissynRicky
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Message edited 3/3/2006 8:47:09 AM.
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Posted 8/12/05 2:26 PM
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tracie143
"I'm Addicted"
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6/3/2006 3:00 PM
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Bourne Mansion
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Christine - how is the material that your women uses. Have you seen it.... I might give her a call once I have dress picked out thanks again for the information!!!!!
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Posted 8/12/05 4:07 PM
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LaurenluvsTJ
Married life is sweet!
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Wedding Date:
5/28/2006 12:00 PM
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Westbury Manor
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by chikita315
I don't have a knock-off dress, but I will have knock-off invitations
Anyway - you girls will all look stunning in your dresses, knock-off or not
I like saying knock-off
Where are you getting your knock-off invites from?
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Posted 8/12/05 4:13 PM
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Goldi1021
Growing a miracle in my belly!
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2/18/2006 7:00 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by JessicaM.
Goldi- both dreses are stunning, but I really love the one you chose- fantastic and the back- it's so different and beautiful.
Thanks. the Steven Yearick dress weighed about 10 pounds. It was so heavily beaded and just breathtaking. I am pleased with my ultimate choice. It is a dress for a tall person (I'm 5'8") with curves. I truly did not want a ballerina style dress with a big skirt and crinoline. It would be the furthest thing from MY STYLE as I tend to be a minimalist depsite my expensive tastes. I think I would have chosen a long line sleek dress regardless of if I had to cover a tattoo or not.
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Posted 8/12/05 4:16 PM
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Jennie0898
saving bee bees since 2005
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9/23/2006 3:00 PM
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Re: the Official '06 Designer Knock-off thread!
Posted by Goldi1021
Posted by JessicaM.
Goldi- both dreses are stunning, but I really love the one you chose- fantastic and the back- it's so different and beautiful.
Thanks. the Steven Yearick dress weighed about 10 pounds. It was so heavily beaded and just breathtaking. I am pleased with my ultimate choice. It is a dress for a tall person (I'm 5'8") with curves. I truly did not want a ballerina style dress with a big skirt and crinoline. It would be the furthest thing from MY STYLE as I tend to be a minimalist depsite my expensive tastes. I think I would have chosen a long line sleek dress regardless of if I had to cover a tattoo or not.
Minimalist does not always mean inexpensive. BTW, the dress you picked is GORGEOUS!!! Though I have to say that was probably a tough decision because the Steve Yearick was absolutely stunning too!
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Posted 8/12/05 4:22 PM
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