{"product_id":"the-merry-bright-custom-made-floor-length-couture-gown","title":"The Merry \u0026 Bright: Gown + Sleeves | Custom-Made Floor-Length Couture Gown","description":"\u003cp\u003eCustom Made in Your Size + Your Colorway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drama of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merry \u0026amp; Bright\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, made entirely for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally designed as a show-stopping Christmas gown, The Merry \u0026amp; Bright is now available as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecustom-made couture design in any size and your choice of colorway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the sweeping satin skirt and statement fur trim to the detachable sleeves and adjustable corset back, this is a gown designed to make an entrance—and because yours is made to order, it doesn't have to be Christmas red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate the original red-and-white holiday look, choose an unexpected Christmas color palette, or transform the design completely for portraits, maternity, formal events, birthdays, senior sessions, or editorial photography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Bodice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fitted satin bodice features a feminine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esweetheart neckline with princess seam shaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and supportive satin shoulder straps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than heavy boning, the bodice is fully lined and structured to create a smooth, flattering silhouette while remaining comfortable to wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe back features our signature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eadjustable lace-up corset construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with reinforced loops and a coordinating modesty panel. The shoulder straps extend toward the corset back, adding another element of adjustability to the fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wide contrasting satin waistband defines the natural waist and is finished with a sparkling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erhinestone buckle at center front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetachable Statement Sleeves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne gown. Two completely different moods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merry \u0026amp; Bright includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetachable satin statement sleeves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to sit off the shoulder. Each sleeve is finished with a plush faux-fur cuff at the wrist. Choose sleeves as shown or we can create a detachable puff sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear the gown without them for a clean, classic sweetheart silhouette, or attach the sleeves for the dramatic couture look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Skirt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe floor-length satin skirt is cut with generous fullness to create the sweeping, dramatic silhouette that defines The Merry \u0026amp; Bright.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWide horsehair structure helps support the hem and encourages the skirt to hold its shape without requiring excessive layers of heavy underskirt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original design is finished with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplush white faux fur framing the front opening and continuing around the sweeping hem and train\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating that unmistakable storybook Christmas look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor custom orders, the trim color can be changed to coordinate with your selected satin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Your Colorway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis design does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e have to be red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause every Merry \u0026amp; Bright custom gown is made to order, we can create your gown in a variety of available satin colors and coordinate the contrasting trim and waistband to your vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmerald + Ivory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for an old-world Christmas look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlush + Ivory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for pastel Christmas portraits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack + White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for dramatic editorial styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoyal Blue + White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a winter-inspired gown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurgundy + Ivory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a rich holiday palette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePink + White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a whimsical statement gown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed + White\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the original Merry \u0026amp; Bright\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave another color combination in mind? Select your preferred colorway or contact us before ordering to discuss available fabrics and trims.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Your Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merry \u0026amp; Bright is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecustom made to your measurements and is not limited to our rental sizing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can create this design for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echildren, tweens, teens, adults, and maternity clients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the proportions of the bodice, sleeves, skirt, and overall length adjusted appropriately for the wearer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is especially important with a design this dramatic. Rather than simply enlarging or reducing one standard pattern, we use the measurements provided with your order to create the appropriate proportions for your gown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour Custom Gown Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Custom-Made Floor-Length Merry \u0026amp; Bright Gown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Detachable Satin Statement Sleeves with Faux-Fur Cuffs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContrasting Satin Waistband with Rhinestone Buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaux-Fur Skirt + Hem Detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merry \u0026amp; Bright can be created for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristmas portraits, holiday events, mother-and-daughter sessions, maternity photography, senior portraits, birthdays, formal events, fine-art photography, editorial sessions, pageants, and statement portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the original Christmas palette or completely reinvent it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Custom Order Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour gown will be created according to the measurements submitted with your order. Please carefully follow our measurement instructions before submitting your sizing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric colors, faux fur, trims, and specialty embellishments are subject to availability. If you are ordering for a specific event or photography date, please review our current custom production timeline before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause each gown is individually made to order, placement, proportions, and small construction details may vary slightly according to size and selected materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by Bentley + Lace • Custom Made to Order\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Merry \u0026amp; Bright\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour size. Your color. 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