THE BRIDE WORE: PATRICE RAMOS-DIAZ

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Get the lowdown on having Patrice Ramos-Diaz design your wedding gown.

By Jae Pickrell Jun 21, 2010

It's no fashion industry secret that Patrice Ramos-Diaz is foremost on the minds of a lot of Manila's prospective brides when they're considering who's best to execute their wedding gown imaginings.

Patrice is well-known for bringing out the beauty of blushing brides on their big day through her well-crafted wedding gowns. Romantic, modern, and intensely feminine, Patrice's design aesthetic embodies all the ideals a woman wants to project on her wedding day.

But while people know Patrice through her more traditional design approach, we've decided to feature one of her more unorthodox brides to emphasize her versatility. Client Lloyda Lim-Tan had an entirely uncommon request for her wedding gown: she wanted it to showcase a digital print instead of the more traditional beadwork that most brides go for. She also wanted it to have an oversized bow train—in orange!

Jump to the next page to find out what Patrice has to say about having her as your wedding gown designer, and don't forget to check out the photo gallery to see and read about Lloyda Lim-Tan's quirky wedding ensemble.

View more photos from Lloyda Lim-Tan's wedding at BridalBook.ph >>

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR DESIGN PHILOSOPHY AS A BRIDAL DESIGNER?
My aesthetic leans towards modern-romantic, feminine styles. A flattering silhouette and high quality fabrics are the most important components of the gown, but I also give importance to details to give it that special hand-crafted touch. I also love using lightweight fabric like French lace, pi�a, silk organza, or tulle.

WHAT IS THE SIGNATURE FLAIR THAT IMMEDIATELY CHARACTERIZES A WEDDING GOWN DONE BY PATRICE RAMOS-DIAZ?
I think it's a combination of all the elements I've just mentioned, but I make sure that each gown is as unique as the individual wearing it.

HOW EARLY BEFORE THE WEDDING DO CLIENTS HAVE TO APPROACH YOU?
A year to 6 months before the wedding.

HOW OFTEN DO YOU HAVE TO MEET/TALK TO CLIENTS REGARDING THEIR WEDDING GOWN DESIGNS?
I allocate a month for the design phase. This entails a series of meetings—first, to discuss the requirements, budget, and details of the wedding (date, venue, etc.) and also to explain the whole process from ordering the gown to the day of the wedding. On the second meeting, the bride confirms the order by giving a 50% downpayment, signs a contract and submits her moodboard. After a week, I submit my first set of studies/sketches. I give brides a few days to appreciate the designs, before sending them back to me with her comments. After this, I refine the concept and submit a number of proposed final designs.

Click here to view and read about the wedding gown Patrice Ramos-Diaz made for Lloyda Lim.

Click here to view Patrice Ramos-Diaz's Designer Directory.

View more photos from Lloyda Lim-Tan's wedding at BridalBook.ph >>

HOW OFTEN DOES A CLIENT HAVE TO VISIT YOU FOR FITTINGS?
Around five times.

ON AVERAGE, HOW LONG DOES A WEDDING GOWN TAKE TO MAKE?
Four to six months.

WHAT ARE THE PRICE POINTS OF A PATRICE RAMOS-DIAZ WEDDING GOWN, AS WELL AS THE PIECES FOR THE BRIDAL ENTOURAGE? DO YOU DO THE GROOM'S AND GROOMSMEN'S ENSEMBLES AS WELL?
Prices vary. It really depends on the requirements, and of course all the other components like design, fabric, fabric consumption, and details.

Yes, I do outfits for the groom and groomsmen too.

OUT OF ALL THE WEDDINGS YOU'VE DESIGNED FOR, ARE THERE ANY SPECIFIC ONES YOU LOVE OR ARE DEARLY MEMORABLE TO YOU?
Each wedding I do is special and memorable, especially because I get to establish a friendly relationship with my clients. The experience of creating leaves me fulfilled, especially when the brides express to me how happy they are with their gowns.

ANY POINTERS PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HAVING YOU AS THEIR BRIDAL DESIGNER?
I treat each wedding as an individual project and my approach is much like a collaboration where the brides are involved in every step of the process. I believe the success of each project depends greatly on how I am able to create a unique expression of a bride's personal style while I stay true to my aesthetic.

Click here to view and read about the wedding gown Patrice Ramos-Diaz made for Lloyda Lim.

Click here to view Patrice Ramos-Diaz's Designer Directory.

View more photos from Lloyda Lim-Tan's wedding at BridalBook.ph >>