I would like to tell you about my exciting new business, Geraldina's Couture.  As a couturier, I design, make and sell highly fashionable clothing.

After working for 5 years with Dolce and Gabbana, Dior, Fendi and Peggy Jennings, I have decided to realize my dream to start my own business.

I have opened a design studio in Hartsdale, NY in Westchester County where I can welcome customers, custom design their most special occasion outfits, fulfill their needs and make their dreams come true.

A customer may come in with a photograph of a gown they like and I can create it for them in their choice of fabric, color and detail.  If they are not sure what they want I suggest what would be appropriate for their  silhouette, style and the occasion.  With approximately 12 measurements, I can transform a few yards of fabric into a magnificent bridal gown or ultimate occasion outfit.  Anything is possible at Geraldina's Couture!

My family still owns a clothing manufacturing company, which enabled me to develop my passion for this type of work very early in life.   I made my first dress at age 10.  At 18, I worked in my uncle's fabric business which educated me in the nuances of every fabric..  I studied all facets of clothing design and execution in school including pattern making  by hand using geometric measurements - distinct from computer generated shapes.  I have worked in all lines of clothing: men's, children and women and possess the skills of a master seamstress and tailor able to work in the most intricate of fabrics, beading, furs and sewing techniques.  

Before coming to the U.S. in 2010, I had my own tailoring shops in Albania and in Greece.  On the second day after arriving in New York, only able to speak 3 words of English, my 13 year old son acted as my interpreter when I answered an ad for a seamstress for a high end designer.  After demonstrating my ability for 2 hours, I was hired on the spot.

While there is a popular tailor shop across the street from my boutique, he has already sent over customers to me because he doesn't want to do the detailed work of deconstructing a garment and redesigning it.  I can do the most complex fashioning in a very short time.  I have remade high fashion gowns scaling them down 6 sizes because the customer like the style and couldn't get her size.  I redo and refresh vintage items so that a  Mother's or Grandmother's dress can be worn today with a perfect fit.