The first-ever Platinum Issue of Bride's Magazine hit newsstands on September 16, 2003 to help all brides plan their most priceless celebration. The issue features an exploration of the current nuptial explosion, and charts anthropological, geographic and economic changes to "The Great American Wedding." Cover dress by Carolina Herrera. Photo by Paul Lange, courtesy of Bride's Magazine.
The book How To Alter a Bridal Gown provides step-by-step instructions, organized in easy-to-reference sections, to create the perfect fitting gown. Complete with illustrations and innovative techniques. This book is a must for either the professional seamstress who wants to make money at a business or the amateur seamstress who simply wants to alter a gown for herself a family member, or friend. -- From simple hems and side seams, to extensive alterations involving shoulders, sleeves and bust seams, this book details the exact procedures necessary to alter all styles of bridal gowns. Other professional tips and techniques detailed in the book include: bustling techniques for outside and inside bustles, time saving tips and tools of the trade, professional spot cleaning and pressing, comprehensive list of supply resources, hand beading techniques, fitting the gown, altering special problem areas, and a sample price list.