Advice on body shape and style from an expert ladies tailor
One of the most sought after designs is the fit and flare dress. Given the right cut, it is immensely flattering to all body shapes and sizes. For many of my customers, commissioning an Eliza dress is their first experience of having a garment / outfit made to measure. As each garment is individually cut,… Read More Anatomy of a dress
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again, less is most definitely more. It’s advice I impart time after time, yet in this particular instance it’s advice I’ve disregarded. Occasionally, even an expert can ruin the mixture and here’s my own particular ruinous journey… I’m in the process of redesigning sample dresses for my… Read More Keep it simple
Whilst the temperature may still be hovering around an unsociable zero degrees, and layers are still very much an option for anyone over the age of 18, I can’t help but be drawn towards all things spring. Just as it’s fun to look at festive catalogue from the White Company when it lands on the… Read More Let’s get shirty
The search for the perfect outfit for the Mother of the Bride can be a tricky one. It’s not your day as such, but as a major protagonist you’ll want to reflect your personality, sophistication and image, whilst maintaining an air of subtly to compliment your daughter / son on their big day. For many… Read More Mother of the Bride / Groom – a guide
In my experience, one of the trickiest garments to find off-the-peg is the trouser; too long, not long enough; too tight on the thigh, to baggy on the thigh; too high in the waist, too low in the waist; the list of complaints is endless. In fact, the reason I fell into tailoring in the… Read More Design your own trousers
Whilst most businesses are chasing their tails at Christmas, at Eliza Wyke, it’s generally a time to take stock, be reflective and contemplate the coming year. As yet another year draws to a close, one seeing the business growing stronger than ever, its the perfect time to review the website and more importantly, update the… Read More Eliza needs some new pictures
Its a rare occasion that I’ll get a new outfit. It’s seldom bought, and more often manufactured, and generally in a frantic rush. Usually its a quickie manufacture of the silk hero vest teamed with white jeans and the trusty tweed. However earlier this summer (yup it’s taken me a few weeks amidst the wedding… Read More Eliza needs a new outfit – modern occasionwear
Another year, another trend, but one thing remains constant and that’s fashion’s love of Lace. Once again on the occasion-wear scene, lace is the most popular trend for brides, Mothers of the Bride / Mother of the Groom and of course guests. First up in the Eliza Wyke Studio is the perfect little lace number… Read More It’s all about the Lace
Never cast a clout ‘til May is out is what my beloved grandfather used to say to me every year at this time. Essentially (for those non-Yorkshire readers) it means you shouldn’t discard winter clothes just yet as nature has a nasty habit of reminding us winter is never far away. I, for one, will… Read More Spring shirts
The days are getting shorter and the weather is getting chillier, so it’s time to think about winter fashions. Whilst Britain can never been guaranteed a great summer, we can usually be certain of some chilly weather over the winter months. This year, at Eliza Wyke, it’s all about the coat. First up for autumn… Read More Frockcoat Fun
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