Christine Anne - a little about me - Learning to sew at the age of 8, my childhood hobby of sewing doll clothes quickly became a passion. Taking the basics of sewing I learned from my mother I continued to teach myself using patterns. I began my formal education in sewing with a class in high school and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design from the International Academy of Merchandise and Design in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years I have developed my talent and skills including a keen eye for detail. My passion for design and love of fabric lead me to a career in designing custom fit gowns. I enjoy the hours I spend creating a gown that is as unique as the woman wearing it rather than producing a gown that just anyone can wear.

Branching out on my own

After working for two known Custom Bridal Designers in Chicago, I opened my own shop in 2003, specializing in bridal couture. “Christine Anne COUTURE” is located in historic downtown Libertyville, Illinois.

Over the past 16 years I have designed countless custom fit bridal gowns and special occasions dresses. I am inspired by high quality fabrics and the challenge to create a gown that fits my client perfectly. I work with fine silks, satins, taffeta, organza, chiffon, shantung laces and other beautiful fabrics. Trims, ribbons, crystals and rhinestones are a few of the embellishments used to complete the design. Each gown is meticulously crafted and hand finished according to the high standard of workmanship I have developed over my career.

Building relationships.

I work one-on-one with each client. Getting to know my client and the details of the event help to create the perfect gown. What makes it perfect is not the fit as much as a sense of who the woman is and that she’s made the dress part of her.