Not Your Average Alterations

Over the weekend, I bought the most incredible Phoebe Couture dress for a wedding I am going to in October.  Two of my best girlfriends, Shauna and Stacy, wore Phoebe for their wedding rehearsal dinners and I absolutely fell in love with their dresses. 

Stacy's pretty Phoebe

Shauna's pretty Phoebe

So beautiful!  I just had to have one of my own.  Predictably, though, it needs a few alterations… 

I only trust my alterations to the fabulous Gizzelle James.  She is a Midtown-based fashion designer specializing in alterations, custom dresses, re-styling and wedding gowns.  Gizzelle is incredibly skilled, very personable and, frankly, totally amazing (we used to go to the same kickboxing class – she’s tough, too).   Gizzelle has helped me with emergency same-day alterations and correctly advised me on not needing New York hems on my beloved J Brands.  Although, she’s definitely not the cheapest in town, I always feel confident about the care of my clothes when I leave them with Gizzelle.  And, she’s a blast – I love chatting with her about fashion while she is re-working my latest purchase. 

Gizzelle!

Here’s the Q+DD on Ms. James:  In 1991, she moved to Atlanta and started a custom clothing business.  Gizzelle built a steady client base by creating original designs and restyling vintage pieces.  In 2006, Gizzelle started her first ready to wear collection.  She appreciates the desire for beauty and luxury in fashion, and she says that her taste and design ability have led to collections that are both sophisticated and modern.  And – Gizzelle’s super-awesome and does fantastic alterations.

Give her a try – and let me know what you think!

xx, L

Gizzelle James Couture
814 Juniper Street, NE
Suite 301 (2nd floor)
Atlanta, GA  30308
404.872.1604
http://www.gizzellejames.com/