Michelle Duggar and a Strapless Wedding Dress

I saw the video of Michelle Duggar going to Kleinfelds in New York searching for a wedding dress to renew her vows. I wonder if the Producers of the Network selected Kleinfelds as "Say Yes to the Dress" is also on the TLC Network.
However, I was still sad to see Michelle looking at strapless dresses. When the dress was finished, to me, it was still a strapless dress with material underneath.
There are some fantastic bridal stores that feature only modest wedding dresses. I've mentioned before in previous posts other all-modest bridal stores.
Of course as a modest bridal store owner, I would have loved to have shown her our fantastic styles that did not require serious alterations.
A designer creates a strapless wedding dress design, it was not meant to have a modest neckline and sleeves - it was meant to be strapless.

Kleinfelds is an amazing bridal store. Their website states that they have the most bridal gowns in the world. Out of all of those incredible gowns, they didn't have ONE dress that was considered modest enough for Michelle?

Interesting.

Couture for a Cause - In Stages Prom Event

We have been asked to participate in the Prom and Party Dress Fashion Show and Expo presented by In Stages.
On Sunday, January 31st, 2010 at the Missouri History Museum, Chatfields will have a booth presenting the latest in Modest Prom and Evening Wear. The event proceeds will be donated to the Women at Risk International (WAR).
Expo hours are 2-6:00pm and the Fashion show is at 4:00pm.
Stop by and see us.

Click here for more information:
What's Your Stage Prom Event

Modest Prom Dresses

Modest Style Prom dresses are on their way! Please contact the store (314.965.6565) to schedule an appointment. There is a limited supply so hurry to come see the designs before they're gone.
I have stocked various sizes from size 0 to 30.
Check out the gallery for some of the designs in the store:
Chatfields Boutique Gallery 4

We track each dress to ensure no one else at your event will have the same dress.

Kevin Jonas and a Modest Bride

I had read a while back that the Jonas brothers preferred girls that dressed modestly. I was happy that a very popular "boy band" would prefer a modest girl.
That's why I was a little dissappointed that Kevin's bride chose a strapless Vera Wang wedding gown.
What is your opinion? Can a modest bride wear a strapless wedding dress?

It is her choice to wear whatever makes her feel beautiful and glamourous on her wedding day.

Happy New Year

To all our 2009 and 2010 brides, thank you so much for purchasing your modest wedding gown from Chatfields Bridal Boutique.

Your support enables us to expand our modesty lines and take on new designs.

We pray that you also have a wonderful and prosperous 2010.

Thank you for choosing modesty on your wedding day.

Cancer Survivor Bride

I've had the pleasure of meeting some incredible brides, but there are some brides that I'll never forget. I feel sometimes that I'm able to be part of the most wonderful day of their lives.

I received a note this week from a very precious bride.  She is a breast cancer survivor.  She told me that she once thought that she would never be beautiful again after struggling with chemo treatments. But after finding her dress at my shop, she felt amazing and beautiful on her wedding day. 
I cannot express enough, how much her note touched my heart. 

It's a pleasure owning this little store - pure joy!

Epoch by Modest Couture - Modest Wedding Dresses

I am so excited to announce Epoch by Modest Couture. For brides that are searching for a modest wedding dress that's unlike any other wedding dress, check out these fantastic new custom designs.
Many are vintage-inspired and yet still meet the standards for many faiths, including LDS brides and Apostolic brides.
The website address to preview the designs: Modest Couture.com, or through the Chatfields Bridal Boutique shop - Chatfields Boutique.com.

Also on Facebook. Facebook Modest Couture

Vera Wang does Sleeves!? Sorta

In October, Ivanka Trump married publisher Jared Kushner in a Vera Wang dress with - SLEEVES. Although they were sheer, which doesn't meet most of the modesty standards of the brides I serve; I was thrilled to see her in a bit more modest wedding dress, even if it was a tiny bit.

I love the lace and covered buttons down the back of the dress. Gorgeous.

For the wedding industry to change and move away from the strapless wedding dress, it would take a big designer like Vera Wang. Every magazine, tv show, and advertising of any kind show women in strapless dresses, so naturally that's what most brides think they are supposed to wear.

I've seen Vera's 2010 bridal collection which is almost all strapless, so another year of the strapless is what to expect.