Janay A Handmade

Amber and Theo- Rock and Roll!

Janay — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 02:54:27 +0000

Amber was one of the most fun brides I have ever worked with! Her style is so classic 1940’s, with a quirky twist. We custom desgined her wedding gown in collaboration, taking inspiration from the textured “fan” fabric I had used on a short dress for the Roaring 20’s Wedding Hive Fashion Show.

Janay A Handmade Birdcage Veil and Flower/Vintage Pearl Fascinator

Photos by the ever amazing Melissa Lin Ellis
Californos event space, classy!
Scarlett Garnet created Amber’s drop-backed necklace.

All vendors part of the Wedding Hive, Kc’s Indie Bridal Collective.

Full Photo Journalism on Melissa Lin Ellis Photo Blog.

Something New just popped up at the Studio!

Janay — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:26:00 +0000

Check out the newest addition to the Janay A studio!

Some brides have stated that they missed the sign on the gate while traveling east. So I decided to kill two birds with one stone (or for the more delicate minded…Pick 2 flowers with 1 pull.) This lovely mailbox will help show you the way and protect the mailman from the vicious guard dogs. Have a fabulous day!

You can't miss it now!

Lovely new mailbox for the Studio!

Don't worry, these vicious animals will be contained prior to your appointment!

Mismatched Print Daywear

Janay — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:57:37 +0000

I wanted to share the fun ensemble I designed for Abby, who is modeling in a competition with a category in which they wear mismatched print outfits.

River, Mountain, Wedding: Ericah + Randy

Janay — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 17:25:16 +0000

Working with Ericah was such a joy! I created her custom two piece wedding gown just from exchanging emails, and then she came for a fitting in person to Kansas City. She made her own DIY Pre-wedding mini-tutu with gold streamers, how fun!?

We had such a great time together, and she even put up with te bumpy ride of me driving her around one one of my first days driving stick shift!

Ericah and Randy were married on May 8th at Dinosaur National Monument, CO.

More about the Couple.

Photos thanks to Kevin Winzeler Photography

Liz Casely and Chris Pruitt- Hawaii

Janay — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 14:50:40 +0000

I had the pleasure of designg Liz’s wedding dress for her tropical wedding, grecian one-shouldered and so perfect for her~!

I also created white Linen Vest and Pant, Liz’s Veil, and all their accoutrements.

Photos thanks to Al Pitzner - PitznerPhotoArt.com

Hooray for whimsical new commissions!

Janay — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 18:51:49 +0000

Can we have an “OH-YEAH!”?

Custom gown is created with champagne hand dyed cotton eyelet over an ivory shantung slip. Soft, asymmetrical tiers cascade down the skirt to give a light layered, multi textured look.

The bodice is a low V-front and a very cut out V back, with the neckline trimmed with touched ivory shantung that cascades into 2 streamers in front and a mock-train in back, that will gently move away from the body when walking. This over piece adds movement and flow to the dress, and the train will bustle up to floor length after the ceremony.

V-neckline is accented with sage green lace and organza ribbon, for a soft and textured edge to the neckline. A wrapping skinny leather belt cinches in the waist and adds a hard/soft contrast. A “granny chain” across the back adds support between the shoulders, hand crafted to include personal components and a pendant drop in back down the spine.

I am so so so excited to make this gown!

SPREAD the Word! Janay A Handmade makes an appearance in St. Louis!

Janay — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:30:59 +0000

SPREAD the Word!

Janay A Handmade makes an appearance in St. Louis!

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Grimm Tales – New Fashion Show Photos!

Janay — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:49:49 +0000

Carlina in Janay A, By Jeff Evrard

Photos by Jeff Evrard

Wedding Hive

Hair, Makeup, and Necklace by Skyline Salon.

more coming soon!

Janay A Fashion Show with Wedding Hive!

Janay — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:07:34 +0000

Doors at 5:00, Gown Gallery fashion show at 6:00, Janay A Handmade fashion show at 7:00.

We have oh-so- pretty and dark things planned!

$5 suggested donation

Model styling by Skyline Salon for the Janay A show- not to be missed!

Stacey’s Rustic Wedding

Janay — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 23:29:40 +0000