Lesbian Wedding Ideas for The Bride in Pants

Hey Tomboys,

So you wanna get married, eh? You sure? You sure? Are you sure? Have you had anything to drink before you clicked this link? Okay, you're sure. Are you sure that you're sure? If you're not sure,  that is okay - here is a website that you should click on to continue your internet browsing: https://wheelof.com/lunch/ (Go with Pizza).

For those still here (after the pizza), let's explain basic suit terms that you might see in the slideshow and what it means for your bottom line:

•  Off-the-peg: any suit that is off the rack. Purchasing one of these and tailoring it is often your cheapest option.

• Bespoke suit: a bespoke suit is anything commissioned to a particular specification. "Custom-made", "made to order", "made to measure" and sometimes "hand-made" are near-synonyms.

A majority of the companies specifically for the gender-bending bride that I'm introducing you today are bespoke suit tailors. Some however use "made-to-order" suits using templates and exquisite tailoring processes that create an end result that's just as good. These are going to be the most bang for your buck economically speaking. That is, if you can't quite spend the benjamins on a bespoke suit. It's the next best thing.

Without further ado'! Introducing tailors from around the country. 

First up, Denver Dress Makers is the tomboy sister site of Denver Bespoke, located in Denver Colorado.

Here's what to expect: "Clients come to us and tell us a bit about the looks and styles they love, and we start sketching until we get the perfect look.  This means that we can do pretty much anything with any color and texture. We also realized that a traditional menswear fit just didn’t work for women that were a bit more curvy. A traditional menswear fit would make the shoulders and bust boxy and that look didn’t feel right at all. But luckily, we also had tons of experience fitting dresses. By combining the types of internal structuring and pattern-making that is found in a couture wedding gown with traditional tailoring techniques, we were able to develop designs that could be 3-4 inches more fitted in the shoulder and bust while still hanging perfectly smooth on the body. The best way to get in touch is to email me (Lianna) at [email protected]."  PS. This Lianna is unrelated to the Lianna currently writing this article.

Next up is New York Times featured Saint Harridan which boasts a Masculine Silhouette, Tailored for Her

What to expect: "Stop for a minute and imagine. Imagine a store where you are the expected customer. Where the clothes are made to fit you. In a style that feels like you. Where you are greeted with respect, assisted by people who live to see you look your best, and revered like the Saint that you are. That's what our Pop-Up Shop Tour is all about. Creating space by and for Saints. Where you - a butch woman, a trans man, a stud, a boi -  can walk in, take an impeccably made men's style suit, and have it fit." To find out where they're coming near you, click here. 

Next up is Dutchess Clothier

What to expect: "Duchess strives to provide the stylish man or woman with whatever suit styles they fancy, from whatever eras they fancy. Suits have remained virtually unchanged for two hundred years, and for good reason. A good suit is comfortable, attractive, and commanding. Duchess suits are made to measure, which is the tailoring process in the happy midland between off the peg and bespoke. Made to measure suits are based from a pre-existing pattern that is altered according to the client’s measurements. At Duchess, master patterns undergo the changes based on over twenty crucial measurements taken from the client’s body. A machine-sewn made-to-measure suit created with skill can be indistinguishable from a bespoke suit, if it is done correctly. Suits at Duchess are done with meticulous attention to detail, and are of the highest quality!"

Next up Dangerous Mathematicians who tailor for both the  Masculine vs. Feminine: Tailored Pieces That Offer The Best of Both Worlds.

What to expect: "Dangerous Mathematicians custom-designs tailored suits for women. We specialize in lesbian wedding suits that mix traditionally masculine and feminine style in the context of high-quality fabric and construction. It's all in the Details. We take the time to put together what works. Color details, shaping details, fabric details and various other design details all come together to create an outfit that best suits the individual."

Next up is Sharpe Suiting | We Fit You based in Los Angeles, California.

What to expect: The Sharpe difference is in Andropometrics.  "Our suits fit androgynous bodies better using Andropometrics ™: our trademarked formula for masculinizing or better matching the individual identity of butch women, trans men, and anyone who wants a Sharpe fit. Although our suits and dresswear are inspired by our community, we will gladly suit anyone who wants a high quality suit with a perfect fit. *We Will Have Women's Patters Available Late 2014!"

Last Up is Bindle & Keep located in New York City

What to expect: Our purpose is singular; our methods time-honored and true. The only variables in the art we practice today come from you—our deft hands, extensive array of fabrics, and years of expertise are all at your disposal. The exact combination of fabric, lining, and cut you choose in our first meeting had never existed before that moment and, until you say otherwise, never will again. Lonesome as it may be in your closet—and dare we say, the world—that is the very definition of “one of a kind.” A bespoke suit is not merely a purchase (although it does cost $). A bespoke suit is a self-portrait in fabric, a studied collaboration between client and tailor that results in a singularly personal garment calibrated for life’s momentous occasions, but comfortable enough to sleep in."

For a cheaper alternative. It may be better to purchase items that come already built to sizes, with the tomboy bride in mind. Enter Fourteen Style.

What to expect: "Fourteen is a clothing line of classic suit separates specially tailored for the lesbian, queer, and trans community. We provide high quality formalwear for those whose identities lie outside the fits and styles of traditional women and men’s clothing. Our small team of fashion designers develop our pieces in-house with the finest quality fabrics. All our garments were tested on models with a wide range of gender identities to ensure the best fit for our customers. The result is exquisite, ready-to-wear wedding apparel."

I hope we've given you a comprehensive list and a great starting point. Best of luck, Brides to be!

In All Things Tomboy,

Lianna

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Lianna Carrera is a stand-up comedian and comedy writer living in Los Angeles, CA. This space is what happens when a comedian runs a fashion blog. Meet our newest Tomboy fashion blogger, here.