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I work in bespoke hand painted "wearable works of art" that show off your unique personal style or wedding theme. These custom creations are one-of-a-kind pieces painted entirely by hand for your day and beyond. My speciality is working with couples who are looking a little off the beaten path and want clothing that can fit the story and aesthetic that is uniquely "them."

Something for Everyone

Bridal dresses often take the spotlight in wedding fashion, but painted clothing and accessories can give anyone a special look for the day. I put equal focus on outfits for grooms, non-traditional couples, and other members of your family or wedding party. One of my favorite clients has been a couple who wanted a dress painted for the bride's grandmother, who was their flower girl!

Eco-Friendly Fashion

I paint on high-quality secondhand pieces or items given to me by the client to promote slower, more conscious fashion. If you don't yet have an item to paint--for instance, if you are here to find a wedding dress--I will work with you in finding the perfect piece(s) to personalize.

The personal nature and non-traditional lean of most of these pieces often means they don't have to be one-use, but rather can be worn over and over again after the event.

My Process and Materials

Couples may commission a single item to be painted, or expand to complementing or matching sets in your party. Scarves or ties make excellent gifts for bridesmaids, groomsmen, or family members! I offer discounts for larger/multi-item commissions.

Items or outfits can be fully painted, partially painted, or feature small motifs, colors, or patterns. I can paint any theme in any style or aesthetic, and work closely with you in designing the exact look that you want. This includes a preliminary consultation, a detailed dive into your piece(s) with sketches and/or samples, and updates as I work so you can be involved in every step of the process.

I use specialized fabric paints and have not yet met a fabric they don't work on, but will consult with you if either of us has concerns. Washability of fabrics/clothing is unchanged by these paints; in other words, if your dress is machine washable, it stays that way after I paint it.

Depending upon my workload, it may take a month or more for me to complete larger or more complex pieces. Be sure to reach out in plenty of time to suit the nature of your project!

I look forward to hearing from you!

I am committed to helping you have a day that is 100% your own. Reach out with any questions, or for a conversation about getting started!

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Frequently asked questions

What are your price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns?

$500 - $999
$1,000 - $2,499
$2,500 - $3,999

What are your price ranges for full-priced suits and tuxedos?

$500 - $999
$1,000 - $1,999
$2,000+

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Father of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Flower Girls
Groom
Groomsmen
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom
Ring Bearers

Which of the following services do you provide?

Full Customization
Rentals

Which of the following items do you offer?

Plus Size Gowns
Shoes
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months
6-8 months

What is your return policy?

Final Sales
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Shannon W. Sent on 08/03/2020
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Custom Painted Tea Towels for Wedding Gift

The tea towels Kendra painted for my nephew’s daughter were exactly what I asked for and more. Based on the information she was given, she personalized them for the recipients. She went to their wedding registration, picked a color scheme, and came up with some ideas she thought they would like. For instance, they had camping equipment on their registration. Kendra chose to incorporate a tent, lantern, and outdoorsy scenes on some of the towels. They are perfect!
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Liz Sent on 09/26/2020
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Incredible Custom Hand-Painted Tie

Kendra Houston of The Casual Reply was great to work with, and her custom painting work is incredible. I commissioned a custom, hand-painted tie for my father as a wedding gift of a picture of him and I. She painted it beautifully and it made a wonderful, memorable gift. Kendra was responsive and easy to work. Highly recommend!
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Andrew Sent on 10/02/2020
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The perfect wedding gift

My best friend was getting married and has a tragically boring registry. Instead of getting her a generic gift from the list, I commissioned a pair of custom gifts from Kendra. At the start of the process, I didn't really know what I wanted but Kendra proposed a bunch of ideas and sketched patterns and colors to help me figure out the perfect gift. The set was a hand-painted scarf for her and tie for him with complementary patterns and colors. Kendra even packaged them up along with a beautiful note about the significance of the design. The gift was incredibly well received!
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