FAQ

In order for a custom garment to be truly Couture, it must come from a Couture Design House. The term Haute Couture is protected by French law and regulated by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode. There are very specific requirements to becoming a Design House that produces Haute Couture garments. In order to be considered to be a Haute Couture Design House , the house must:- Design made-to-order clothes for private clients, with more than one fitting- Own an atelier (workshop) that employs at least 15 full-time staff members and 20 full-time technical employees in France- Present at least 50 original designs to the public every season, in January and JulyIn addition, the garments are primarily hand sewn. Bespoke garments are custom, made to order garments made to a clients specifications. This method of clothing making envelops many of the advanced, and Haute Couture techniques and exquisite fabrics without the staff and regulatory requirements listed above.

The time varies based on the complexity of the item, fabric availability, fittings required, and existing projects in the queue. Typically, plan on 8- 12 weeks, but rush options are available. We can discuss turn around time when we discuss the scope of your project.

We will happily alter any custom item you have created at our atelier. We unfortunately do not offer alterations on other items at this time.

There is an initial consultation to discuss your wants, fabrication, turnaround time, etc. After that, your project is broken down into three categories: pattern making, fittings (if applicable) and final construction. You are informed along the way as your project progresses.

This is a difficult question to answer because it really depends on the scope of your project and material selections, but we really want to manage expectations. There are two components: Pattern making and construction. To give you a better frame of reference, you will have a custom item made specifically for you that cannot be found on the rack at a department store. For your Bespoke items, you can find similar price points at retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman.

Unused Ready to Wear and Ready to Use items, in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery. Prior authorization is required and can be obtained by emailing your return request to hello@simplyfabulosdesign.com Given the nature of bespoke items, they are not returnable.