Mika Inatome Custom Bridal

Working with Mika was one of my favorite parts of the wedding process. I said yes to my dream dress only to find out that they were no longer taking orders. So I said yes to another dress, but it wasn’t quite what I’d been hoping for, and I was a little heartbroken. After many sleepless nights, I found Mika online. I sent her pictures of the dress, and she told me she could re-create it, and for less than the original. Not only that, but she made the dress specifically for me, changing the proportions for my body and incorporating feedback from me at the last minute. She also made my veil, which I felt complimented my dress perfectly. Seeing Mika for our appointments quickly became a bright spot in the stress of wedding planning. It felt like time set aside just for me, and a big plus was getting to spend time with Mika, who is so bubbly and sweet and effervescent. My mom loved Mika too. I really feel that she saved the wedding and made me feel special every time I saw her. I felt so beautiful on my wedding day, and I will cherish the dress forever.

After having little luck finding my "dream dress" I took my vision to Mika and she constructed for me a couture gown beyond my wildest dreams. Mika is a creative genius who is deeply committed to giving every bride her very best. There's so much to be said about her skill, artistry, and work ethic.

She understands so precisely how to work with different fabrics and how to achieve what will make her customers feel like their most glamorous self. Through her expertise and perfectionism, Mika was able to construct a silhouette I never thought could be achieved on my body.

I wanted a very specific art-deco-natural pattern that had lots of sparkle. When we couldn't find the perfect fabric for my dress she enlisted artisan's in India to hand bead the entire overlay for my dress. Understanding my style and flair for a dramatic look, she designed a cathedral length veil that used the same hand-beaded pattern from the dress.

Working with Mika is a true gift (she's hilarious and a treat to be around) but you have to know it is work.You enter into a creative collaboration and commit to helping make every decision with her along the way. (I had a fashion savvy friend who was also available to come to each and every fitting to help me articulate my vision, which was very helpful.) For me and my friend, we loved getting to co-create with Mika and it made wearing it on my wedding day even more special.

From the first discussion about my vision for my gown, to the muslin fitting, to my wedding day... I could not be more thrilled with the process and the opportunity to know Mika and wear her stunning creation.

Wedding Photo Credit: Lucie Bulois

Mika is an incredibly talented designer who made my dream wedding jumpsuit come true. I came to her with my ideas and she was so excited about making my dreams a reality. She worked tirelessly on the intricate details of my garment and made sure that I was to look amazing on my big day. Not only is Mika a skillful designer, but she is also a kind and thoughtful person. Despite having many clients she always made me feel as if I was her only one. I am still receiving so many compliments on my wedding garment that she created for me! I highly recommend her!