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Veronica Sheaffer has built a nationwide reputation for classic, feminine gowns and sweet, old-fashioned wedding design. Beginning as a self-taught designer and dressmaker, her gowns and wedding projects have been featured in numerous blogs and publications (Bridal Guide Magazine, Eco-Beautiful Weddings, ELLE China, Ruffled, Southern Brides etc.). She recently contributed to the book Handmade Weddings, published by Penguin Books Australia, and is the author of the popular blog My Hands Made It.

Veronica Sheaffer was previously Creative Director and Designer for Coco Irene, a women's clothing and accessories line she founded with friend Taryn Parker. Coco Irene received attention from such respected publications and television shows as Daily Candy, Lucky Magazine, Time Out Chicago, Chicago Fashion, Chicago Social and Good Morning America Now, among many others. During that time, countless brides began approaching Veronica for custom gowns - traveling from around the country to obtain her timeless designs.

Veronica's bridal gowns and accessories speak to a bygone era of true femininity and luxury. Only the finest fabrics are used and each piece is the utmost in quality and detailing.

Be sure to visit her blog My Hands Made It ( http://myhandsmadeit.com ) to see the latest creations.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,000 - $2,499
$2,500 - $3,999
$4,000 - $6,499

Who do you provide services for?

Bride

Which of the following services do you provide?

Appointments Only
Full Customization
Sample Sales

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months
6-8 months
9-11 months
12+ months

What is your return policy?

Final Sales
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Elizabeth Sent on 09/02/2019
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jumpsuit of my dreams

I knew I wanted a jumpsuit for our reception because I wear them all of the time in real life, but they were surprisingly harder to find than I thought they would be. Enter Veronica, who made the perfect ensemble for me to wear to the party. She is a queen who can make anything and was worth every penny.
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Lisa Sent on 08/14/2012
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After trying on dresses I thought I wanted (but realized I looked like a cupcake in), I purchased a simple chiffon strapless dress from JCrew. My mom passed away several years ago, and I wanted to add the beautiful embroidered lace from her dress to mine, along with straps and some sort of pouffy flower on one side.
Then came the amazing and talented Veronica Sheaffer! After I had my dress, my mom's dress, and some extra fabric ready, I started searching for someone who could help me visualize what I wanted and sew it all together. A mutual friend suggested Veronica, and immediately, when I clicked on her website, I fell in love. So in love, that had it not been too late in the dress making game, and had I not already bought my dress, I would have asked her to make me a dress that second. I seriously searched and searched for dresses for months, finding nothing I liked. From the super expensive to vintage dresses, I saw nothing that was pretty, delicate, unique, or me. Veronica's dresses are a dream come true. She uses the most beautiful fabrics and knows how to piece them together into something modern with an angelic vintage feel. So, I knew I wanted her to help me with my dress, because I could tell she'd understand just what I was looking for.

When I saw my dress for the first time, I wanted to cry. It was beyond what I imagined. Veronica turned my simple dress into something that was so meaningful, one-of-a-kind, and such a combination of my phenomenal mom and me. She pays such attention to detail, the hand-sewn flowers she created on one shoulder were so perfect, she even cut some of my mom's lace to make leaves, and placed little pieces inside for the centers of the flowers. She also made me a gorgeous hairpiece to match the flowers on my dress! Everyone was amazed at what Veronica created.

Veronica's prices are very reasonable for the incredible job she does creating her wedding dresses and the work she did for me!
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