My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Fashion designer Erykah Hatch-Coates, as she recently introduced the Amerykahh Fashion’s Spring 2024 Bridal Collection – The Blissful Blooms Collection. The stunning collection features a blend of romantic and modern bridal wear, perfect for today’s stylish modern bride. To learn more about the collection, you will want to read her feature fashion story on the Virginia Bride Magazine blog. Follow the link: https://vabridemagazine.com/styled-shoot-amerykahh-fashion/

My name is Erykah Hatch, and I am the owner of AmErykahh LLC. I am not going to write a unbiased review because this is my company. I am going to write a honest review so that anyone reading our reviews gets a full scope of my company, and my capabilities.

I went to Marymount University and received my BA in Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising. I used to work in bridal for three years prior to starting my own company. I have modeled, tried on, and made multiple wedding gowns all through out this time. In 2020 I got engaged right before the pandemic hit. We wanted to wait to have our wedding, so that everyone we wanted to be there could make it.

I was originally going to get a custom wedding dress from another designer, but i thought what kind of designer, owner, and example would i be if i didn't do it myself. So I took on the challenge of making my dream dress, without knowing fully what I originally wanted. Working in bridal and trying on different looks almost every week didn't help me decide on what i wanted, it just added new ideas, however it did help me choose a neckline, silhouette, and help me learn what i didn't like on my figure. However, what I did know, was that I wanted a cape.

My wedding was set on October 14th 2023. My best friend was also getting married a week before my wedding and she had asked me to make her gown as well. So i thought, okay I can defiantly get two dresses done before September. January of 2023 I started planning out the friend's gown, by February-March sketches, mood boards, and all other renderings was completed and approved. In April I had a fashion show for my newest bridal line in Arlington, Virginia and I had just started cutting her gown fabric.

By Summer we had both of our first and second fitting. During this time my gown was half way done, and I decided to do more. If there is one thing you will get to know about me is that I am EXTRA and I love putting a spin on things, so I decided to make myself a second look for my reception. By August-September we had both of our third and final fittings. Her gown was 100% completed before October even began and I brought her gown to their wedding in Richmond, Va.

In a matter of 8 months I was able to have a fashion show, complete 2 bridal gowns, and a reception look. I hope that as you are reading you are able to grasp my capabilities as a designer and business owner. I hope you can see how hard I work to cater to be the best for my company and to you as the bride. Here at AmErykahh we are strive to be every bride's best friend!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Erykah for my wedding dress, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. She perfectly captured my vision and created a dress that was beyond stunning. Every detail was thoughtfully crafted, and it fit me like a dream! Erykah also has an amazing eye for styling, and her recommendations for accessories really elevated the entire look. If you're looking for someone who understands both design and personal style, I highly recommend Erykah!