Shailee Strevy Allcorn’s Story
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Shailee’s Wedding Dress, Veil + Alterations:
Shailee chose an exclusive sheath lace wedding dress from Ava’s Bridal Couture by Allure Bridals (Couture Collection). Shailee designed the custom bishop sleeves added by our alterations expert on-site for a one of a kind, custom wedding dress. Antique ivory over nude gave a timeless, subtle rich tone to the lace.
We’ll let Shailee tell you how she fell in love with her dress:
“I started off fearful of how I would find ‘the dress’, because I’m not emotional and afraid I wouldn’t feel the moment of emotion if the dress was ‘the one’. I knew I wanted something unique, something I hadn’t seen yet online or in store shopping. I looked for straight line, more geometric patterned lace but with a classy twist. I tried on a dress that I loved the bottom lace pattern of, but the top was too much and ruined the dress for me. It also did not have sleeves (a must). I expressed this to Sue and she pointed out to me that the lace pattern on the bottom of the dress continued all the way up the dress, the top just had another layer of a different lace on it and that it could easily be removed! After this discovery I was so excited I began to see it come together. We tried different sleeve options and when everything was pinned on and fitted I actually cried!”
“I knew I wanted custom sleeves and thought I was dead set on a flowing bat wing or bell sleeve but the more I thought about it I know I’m not very careful and didn’t want to be dragging the sleeves through food and such the day of. I was watching one of Ava’s Bridal’s stories on Instagram and saw a Bishop sleeve being featured and fell in love! Tammy was amazing in helping guide me through the process of designing a sleeve from scratch. I’m bigger in the hips with a small waist and my dress was tight initially in places that I did not find flattering. I was panicking but Sue and Tammy helped ease my mind and she killed it with placing boning in just the right places to make me feel curvy and slim!“
Shailee’s Advice for Future Brides:
Just breathe and trust your stylist, they know what they’re doing! If you like/ don’t like something don’t be afraid to let them know, you never know what tricks they have up their sleeves!
Shailee + Garrett’s Wedding Songs:
Better Together – Luke Combs
Make You Feel My Love – Adele
Bridal alterations to sculpt the fit were like icing on the wedding cake! Ava’s Bridal “basic fit” otherwise known as “tailoring” the top of the dress and straps to fit just right on the big day. Bishop sleeves with buttons at the cuffs were added to transform Shailee’s look. She also had the layer with beaded embroidery removed to give a more uniform, clean look; her dress was truly one of a kind! Now, let’s hear about the alterations process through Shailee’s eyes.
Shailee’s Client Testimonial:
From my very first interaction with Sue over the phone, I felt welcomed and supported. I knew this would be hard for me with the loss of my father and wanting something unique; Sue made the process so easy and fun! When we walked into the salon I instantly felt like I had made a friend! She encouraged me to chase my creative ideas and the results were amazing.
Shailee + Garrett’s Dream Team:
Venue: @Thebarnatsparrowcreekranch
Dress: @Avasbridalcouture
Videographer/Photographer: @kenzie.galyeanphotofilm
Florist: @joysflowersgraham
Hair/Make-Up: @kissandmakeupdfw
Caterer: @backhomebakery
Beverage Vendor: @pour__up @aggtown_tea
Bride: @therealslimshailee
Groom: @gallcorn52
Our entire team did not want the dress planning to end with Shailee! From shopping for her wedding dress, personalizing, customizing… we truly got to know Shailee on a deeper level. We are honored to be part of her love story and honoring Dad in the coolest ways with her dress. These moments are so meaningful and unforgettable for us – THANK YOU with all of our hearts for your friendship, joy and laughter. We adore you <3