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TESTIMONIAL by Diana:
"Having what can at best be described as a poor body image and absolute dread of myself in photographs, I was really apprehensive about finding a wedding dress that I felt good in and would photograph well so that I wanted to hang my wedding pics on the wall instead of throwing them in the bin. I was also dreading the trying-on of gowns in bridal shops, as I have heard so many horror stories about larger brides being made to feel awful during what should be some of the most fun times of their lives.
What a breath of fresh air I found in Chantal! From the moment I found her website and stunning dresses I was totally hooked, and when I met her to discuss the commission she was down to earth, really friendly and very honest about the types of gowns that would flatter me and those which I should avoid.
I decided on a variation on her Damsel design - I wanted lilies instead of ivy for the embroidery as lilies have special meaning for my husband and me. She designed a beautiful lily, which worked very well with the dress and also adapted the sleeves to suit me better. The fittings were wonderful - Chantal was very flexible and opened her showroom at times when I could make the journey, and seeing the gown take shape slowly gave me tantalising glimpses of how I might look.
On the day, Chantal dressed me and did my hair. She also masterfully stopped the family squabbles and managed to calm me down a little as I was very nervous.
The first time I saw myself, in full gown, shoes, hair and make-up I just wanted to stop time and stay like that forever - I truly looked the best I ever have and felt so beautiful. And when my handsome prince saw me walking up the aisle towards him he was totally stunned and could not take his eyes off me not just through the ceremony but all day. I was so glad Chantal was there to see the effect she created. With all the compliments and attention I really felt like Cinderella at the ball, which makes Chantal my fairy godmother.
And we're living happily ever after."
"Having what can at best be described as a poor body image and absolute dread of myself in photographs, I was really apprehensive about finding a wedding dress that I felt good in and would photograph well so that I wanted to hang my wedding pics on the wall instead of throwing them in the bin. I was also dreading the trying-on of gowns in bridal shops, as I have heard so many horror stories about larger brides being made to feel awful during what should be some of the most fun times of their lives.
What a breath of fresh air I found in Chantal! From the moment I found her website and stunning dresses I was totally hooked, and when I met her to discuss the commission she was down to earth, really friendly and very honest about the types of gowns that would flatter me and those which I should avoid.
I decided on a variation on her Damsel design - I wanted lilies instead of ivy for the embroidery as lilies have special meaning for my husband and me. She designed a beautiful lily, which worked very well with the dress and also adapted the sleeves to suit me better. The fittings were wonderful - Chantal was very flexible and opened her showroom at times when I could make the journey, and seeing the gown take shape slowly gave me tantalising glimpses of how I might look.
On the day, Chantal dressed me and did my hair. She also masterfully stopped the family squabbles and managed to calm me down a little as I was very nervous.
The first time I saw myself, in full gown, shoes, hair and make-up I just wanted to stop time and stay like that forever - I truly looked the best I ever have and felt so beautiful. And when my handsome prince saw me walking up the aisle towards him he was totally stunned and could not take his eyes off me not just through the ceremony but all day. I was so glad Chantal was there to see the effect she created. With all the compliments and attention I really felt like Cinderella at the ball, which makes Chantal my fairy godmother.
And we're living happily ever after."
TESTIMONIAL by Diana:
"Having what can at best be described as a poor body image and absolute dread of myself in photographs, I was really apprehensive about finding a wedding dress that I felt good in and would photograph well so that I wanted to hang my wedding pics on the wall instead of throwing them in the bin. I was also dreading the trying-on of gowns in bridal shops, as I have heard so many horror stories about larger brides being made to feel awful during what should be some of the most fun times of their lives.
What a breath of fresh air I found in Chantal! From the moment I found her website and stunning dresses I was totally hooked, and when I met her to discuss the commission she was down to earth, really friendly and very honest about the types of gowns that would flatter me and those which I should avoid.
I decided on a variation on her Damsel design - I wanted lilies instead of ivy for the embroidery as lilies have special meaning for my husband and me. She designed a beautiful lily, which worked very well with the dress and also adapted the sleeves to suit me better. The fittings were wonderful - Chantal was very flexible and opened her showroom at times when I could make the journey, and seeing the gown take shape slowly gave me tantalising glimpses of how I might look.
On the day, Chantal dressed me and did my hair. She also masterfully stopped the family squabbles and managed to calm me down a little as I was very nervous.
The first time I saw myself, in full gown, shoes, hair and make-up I just wanted to stop time and stay like that forever - I truly looked the best I ever have and felt so beautiful. And when my handsome prince saw me walking up the aisle towards him he was totally stunned and could not take his eyes off me not just through the ceremony but all day. I was so glad Chantal was there to see the effect she created. With all the compliments and attention I really felt like Cinderella at the ball, which makes Chantal my fairy godmother.
And we're living happily ever after."
"Having what can at best be described as a poor body image and absolute dread of myself in photographs, I was really apprehensive about finding a wedding dress that I felt good in and would photograph well so that I wanted to hang my wedding pics on the wall instead of throwing them in the bin. I was also dreading the trying-on of gowns in bridal shops, as I have heard so many horror stories about larger brides being made to feel awful during what should be some of the most fun times of their lives.
What a breath of fresh air I found in Chantal! From the moment I found her website and stunning dresses I was totally hooked, and when I met her to discuss the commission she was down to earth, really friendly and very honest about the types of gowns that would flatter me and those which I should avoid.
I decided on a variation on her Damsel design - I wanted lilies instead of ivy for the embroidery as lilies have special meaning for my husband and me. She designed a beautiful lily, which worked very well with the dress and also adapted the sleeves to suit me better. The fittings were wonderful - Chantal was very flexible and opened her showroom at times when I could make the journey, and seeing the gown take shape slowly gave me tantalising glimpses of how I might look.
On the day, Chantal dressed me and did my hair. She also masterfully stopped the family squabbles and managed to calm me down a little as I was very nervous.
The first time I saw myself, in full gown, shoes, hair and make-up I just wanted to stop time and stay like that forever - I truly looked the best I ever have and felt so beautiful. And when my handsome prince saw me walking up the aisle towards him he was totally stunned and could not take his eyes off me not just through the ceremony but all day. I was so glad Chantal was there to see the effect she created. With all the compliments and attention I really felt like Cinderella at the ball, which makes Chantal my fairy godmother.
And we're living happily ever after."
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