INSPIRATION
This season for Platinum I've focused on fabrics. Less bead-work enabled me to manipulate fabrics into dramatic tucks, layers, bias tiers, and draping. We also showed a group of short dresses and a variety of "glam" cover-ups. Of course the Platinum signature "ball gown" was not left out.

TRENDS
Short is certainly the newest trend, as well as fit-to-flare skirt shapes and small A-line silhouettes. I address trends but they are re-interpreted into the Platinum look, for the bride who still wants glamour and a sophisticated, sexy cut. Construction and fabric are also key. Our gowns are fashioned with the highest level of detail and made of pure silk in the Boston area.

TIPS
My best advice is to let every prospective bride know that she doesn't need to bring an entourage when shopping for a gown! The more people involved in the decision, the more likely the bride will be faced with confusion and doubt – the fewer opinions the better. After all it's your day, not your friends', bridesmaids' or mother's! Enjoy the experience...