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November 20, 2008
Guest Blogger: Aimée Morgan, Home Design Editor
Lucky Stars
I already knew that Jane Wang was an amazing designer…that’s why we featured her in the Jan/Feb issue (out now). But she gleaned even more respect from me after I saw her in a news clip on CBS last night.
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Allegedly, the owner of a bridal boutique in Livingston, New Jersey, has been taking dress orders and deposits from unknowing b-to-be’s, but not delivering the dress. Frantic, brides have been calling the owner and have even sent letters from their lawyers, but with their weddings only weeks away, they were still out a dress—and the money.
One bride, desperate for a resolution, contacted the designer directly. Lucky for her, it was Jane Wang. Apparently, the dress had been ready for weeks but without receiving payment from the shop, Wang held onto the dress. The bride was thrilled she’d still be able to wear the gown of her dreams. Wang, hand-sewing the dresses by herself, has aided up to six brides that were also cheated by the same retailer. Lazaro, another well-known designer, has promised to finish a different bride’s gown so it’ll be ready for her New Year’s nuptials. I can’t imagine the roller coaster ride these women have endured.
To safeguard your dress and dinero (a 50 % deposit is standard), BG suggests that you draw up a specific contract and pay with a credit card. This way, if something goes wrong, many credit card companies won’t hold you financially responsible.
If you want to read the full CBS report (from 11/18 as reported by Kirstin Cole), go here. For BG tips on buying a dress, check out "Ready, Set, Shop for Your Wedding Gown" in our Wedding Gown Guide. Lastly, kudos to Jane Wang and Lazaro for stepping in to help these distressed brides—and don’t forget to pick up the latest BG to see read all about Jane and see runway pics of her newest line. Cheers!
Posted by Aimée at 2:27 p.m.
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