I'm so SO excited to have Joanna guest blogging for me today, she's fabulous! From the moment I stumbled across her site this summer, I've been obsessed with her unique, feminine, drop-dead-gorgeous designs. And I obviously knew we were kindred spirits from the moment I saw one of my favorite "anne" quotes on the home page of her website ;) So grateful she agreed to do a little post about her business--and make sure you read to the end, she is offering a lovely discount to blog readers! --Jessica Shae
Hi there, from western, upstate NY! My name is Joanna, and I am so happy that Jessica has allowed me to share with you a little bit about my business, Espoir Bridals.
Growing up, I was able to watch my mother sew dresses and outfits for my younger sister and me, and I always looked forward to the day when I would be able to sit in front of that old machine and sew for myself. It started out with a skirt... I can still remember the cherry patterned fabric... and then it was a rag doll. Looking back, I really cherish those many hours spent working with my mom and learning from her, and I am so grateful for the time and effort and love that she gave to me. All in all, I'm just a small town girl who loves to embrace the beautiful God-given gift of femininity {and rejoice in it}, and create dresses that reflect that.
A little bit about Espoir Bridals -
A little bit about Espoir Bridals -
I was blessed to sell my first wedding gown off of Etsy in 2011. It wasn't really a planned thing, but I loved it so much that I felt like, hey, maybe this is something that I could do! After working on multiple gowns for advertising, I "officially" opened business this past summer, and it's been a huge blessing ever since!
At the moment, I am working with brides from Washington DC, and Missouri, so long distance customizing is absolutely workable! In addition to the custom design aspect, I have a heart for designing gowns that are both modest and attractive. There are so many options when working with the bride's themes, colors, materials and patterns, that the choices are endless. I have also always loved words, and writing, and telling stories, so intertwined throughout all of the design process, is finding out what "story" the bride wants to tell, and then "telling" it with the design. This helps to make the whole process - style, design, theme, and most importantly the dress - very personal... which I love!!
I feel so blessed to be able to do something that I love so much, and to be included in one of the most important and special times in a woman's life! I find it a privilege and a blessing, and always look forward to meeting those who will come into my life through this. I'd love to hear from you, so if you have any questions, or just want to chat, send me a message and I'll be in touch!
Because Jessica Shae has been SO super sweet in allowing me to blog here with her, and in celebration of her very own upcoming wedding {so exciting!!}, I am offering a 10% discount on all custom bridal orders placed before February 14th, 2013!! {keep in mind, that this time frame is just for the order, not for when you will need/receive the dress. So you can plan ahead!!} Just mention that you read/heard about me through Jessica's blog!!
XO,
Joanna Kristina
Joanna Kristina
