Question 1

What kind of customs do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer all kinds of customs! From bridal gowns to reception looks, lingerie to swimwear, we are here to help bring your vision to life!

Check out some of our previous commissions here.

Interested in vintage bridal gown redesign, learn more about the process here.

Question 2

What is your pricing for custom pieces?

Accepted Answer

Pricing for custom pieces is determined by a number if factors and can vary greatly. Here is a general guide for custom pricing:

Swimwear and Lingerie: Custom starting at $350
Bridal Gowns: Custom starting at $1500
Vintage Bridal Reconstruction: Custom staring at $800

Note: these estimations do not include shipping costs or local taxes.

Question 3

How long will my commission take and how many fittings will I need?

Accepted Answer

Production timelines and the amount of fittings will depend on the complexity of the design. Here is a general guide for production timelines:

Swimwear and Lingerie: 6-8 weeks, 1-2 fittings
Bridal Gowns: 8-10 months, 3-6 fittings
Vintage Bridal Redesigns: 4-6 months, 2-4 fittings

Note: these estimated timelines do not include the design process or account for shipping. If you are unsure about when to begin the custom process, please email our team for assistance.

Question 4

What is included in my custom order?

Accepted Answer

Swimwear and Lingerie: 
Full deck of designs and fabric swatches based on initial design consultation. 
One full fit sample is included.

Bridal Gowns: 
Full deck of designs and fabric swatches based on initial design consultation. 
Two full fit samples are included.

Any additional samples that may be requested due to change in design, materials or body fluctuations may incur additional costs.

Question 5

I do not live near the design studio. Can I still order a custom piece?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are honored to make custom pieces for clients both near and far. If you are not local to the design studio, all meetings will be conducted remotely. Samples will be shipped to the client and fittings will be conducted over video chat.

Note: shipping costs are not included in custom pricing and are to be covered by the client.

Question 6

Where are your products created/who creates them?

Accepted Answer

Each and every product listed for sale is designed, sewn, packaged and shipped by me. Everything is handmade with love at my studio in Massachusetts .

Question 7

Where do you source your materials?

Accepted Answer

My materials are sourced from a variety of locations. In an effort to be sustainable, a great deal of my fabrics and trimmings have been donated to me through the intimate apparel department at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Due to the limited nature of some donated materials, certain fabrics and designs will be limited in quantity or one-off designs. The rest of my materials are sourced from a variety of fabric stores and sellers, both online and brick and mortar stores. To minimize waste, fabric is not purchased in large quantities, therefore certain items and fabrics may not be available to restock.

Question 8

Do you take custom orders?

Accepted Answer

Here at Ryan DePaolo Designs, we are always looking for new and exciting projects, and love the opportunity to create custom pieces for our clients. While we can not promise we will be the best fit for the custom piece you so desire, but if you are interested in a custom piece, please fill out this form. To learn more about our custom process, please visit our informational page.

Question 9

Do you except returns?

Accepted Answer

We do not accept returns or exchanges in any form; our items are final sale. Each item is unique and hand crafted and therefore can not be restocked. In addition, due to the intimate nature of most of these garments, for sanitary and hygienic purposes, items can not be returned.

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