After countless visits to bridal boutiques, I opted to have my dress made. Kathy was able to convert a lace blouse into my dream gown. After our first visit, she told me how much fabric I needed, and I headed downtown and purchased it at Michael Levine. The empire waist, floor-length dress was inspired by Valentino (I had tried on a $9K dress from his Sposa line that just didn't feel like the perfect gown). My dress was elegant, and exactly what I had envisioned. Kathy is so talented, and so reasonable. So, if you can't find the perfect dress, get it made! I was so glad I did.