It used to be no one wanted a black ball gown for competition. Black is the color of almost every gentleman on the floor. Universal belief is that the man is a frame and the woman should be a picture. SO... a black picture in a black frame? But when champions and winners wear something, then everyone wants it. Lots of winners have been wearing black lately, and Bonnie is a woman who looks great in black. She has striking blonde hair, great skin and beautiful features.
When she told me she wanted a black gown, I had to agree it would be beautiful on her. But I also know that she will wear this gown for a while and wanted her to be visible, and not instantly out of date, when this trend shifts, as they all do. I encouraged her to add a color to her black gown, at the very least white, or lots of crystal AB sparkle.
After lengthy negotiation and multiple re-designs, we finally landed on an acceptable solution, which included the addition of both a partial white side and a red accent.
The gown converts for International Style Ballroom by means of the skirt becoming a float. Another scarf float attaches to the center back of the necklace, designed just for the Ballroom. Bonnie has a simpler necklace for use in the American Smooth style. Isn't she lovely? I have the best clients!
When she told me she wanted a black gown, I had to agree it would be beautiful on her. But I also know that she will wear this gown for a while and wanted her to be visible, and not instantly out of date, when this trend shifts, as they all do. I encouraged her to add a color to her black gown, at the very least white, or lots of crystal AB sparkle.
After lengthy negotiation and multiple re-designs, we finally landed on an acceptable solution, which included the addition of both a partial white side and a red accent.
Black soft boning hem adds shape and movement.
The gown converts for International Style Ballroom by means of the skirt becoming a float. Another scarf float attaches to the center back of the necklace, designed just for the Ballroom. Bonnie has a simpler necklace for use in the American Smooth style. Isn't she lovely? I have the best clients!
