the process

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we begin with an in-person or virtual consultation from our brooklyn studio, where we explore silhouettes, references, and fabrics. this is where the dialogue begins, the first step in translating emotion into form.

sketch & fabric presentation
after our meeting, you’ll receive sketches and fabric proposals that bring your story into shape and texture. together, we refine the concept until it feels true to you.

approval & muslin fitting
once approved, we move into the muslin test, a first physical draft of your piece. this stage allows us to perfect the structure and proportions before moving forward.

construction & fittings
your gown is then brought to life through careful construction and a series of fittings, where each detail is adjusted until it fits like a second skin. all alterations are made in-house.

final fitting & delivery
when everything feels right, fit, fabric, and feeling, your piece is finished and ready to become part of your day.

timing
each project takes around six months from consultation to completion. shorter timelines may be possible for simpler designs, with an additional rush fee depending on production availability.

craftsmanship
each piece is handmade in brooklyn or produced in collaboration with our trusted team in mexico city. all materials and finishes are carefully selected to honor both quality and intention.

made to last
mariana bridal pieces are created with longevity in mind. while designed for a special day, they are meant to live beyond it—to be reworn, reimagined, and carried into new chapters.

to begin your custom bridal process or inquire about existing silhouettes, please reach out to

bridal@marianabyalba.com