Wedding Channel Couture Show

I am very excited to be showing the Collection at the Wedding Channel Couture Show in New York! The Couture Show is where all the newest bridal fashions are shown and where bridal buyers from around the country come to look for the next big thing as well as stock up on designs that they would like to showcase in their own salons. Representing me at the Show will be Emily Poole who has been working with us to bring exposure and recognition to the Collection. So, if you are attending, please stop by and say hello to Emily as she will show you pieces from the new Collection and answer any questions you may have!

What: Wedding Channel Couture Show
Where: InterContinental - New York Barclay Hotel
Whitney Suite - Booth 3
When: April 9 - 11, 2011

Raya & Bear

My bride Raya was referred to me by my dear friend Farrah. When Raya shared the news that she was getting married she immediately asked Farrah to design her dress. Farrah suggested that she work with me in achieving her vision. Upon my first meeting with Raya, we zeroed in on what her dream gown was going to be. With her mother Pam by her side at every fitting, it was truly such a treat. Her gown was a nude beaded and embroidered silk mesh, with a plunging halter neckline and back, very sexy, but still fully functional. Being a professional singer, we had to take into account that Raya was to perform at her own wedding and needed to make sure the fit of the dress did not interfere with her being able to hit those incredible notes.

With my own invite in hand, and the picturesque setting of the Malibu Canyon as a back drop, my husband and I were able to see her wonderful performance and beautiful wedding and reception up close and personal, it was truly spectacular. Her husband Bear, along with a long list of music professionals, provided the sounds of rhythm and love for a great evening. Photographers Andrew Craig, Dennis Tannen, and Larry Reeves captured the wedding, performances, and spectacular views perfectly.

Congratulations Raya & Bear!

Fall 2011 Collection Inspiration

I have always been inspired by unique design when I look forward to creating my gowns. I look at shapes, forms, textures, and colors from many different places. One of my inspirations has always been architecture, and so with my newest Collection, Frank Gehry's incredible use of line, symmetry, folds, and hard edges has come to life in my fabrics. I will be releasing the Collection soon, but thought you might enjoy seeing some images that have inspired me on the new gowns. They are still very feminine and sexy, but have some interesting architectural features implemented. Subtle textures and pops of color add softness to the new line that will fit and flatter any Bride.
Enjoy...

Trunk Show

Calling all Brides...come meet Alina Pizzano as we hold our intimate Trunk Show at the Salon. Come enjoy sparkling lemonade as you try on your perfect gown! All gowns from the Collection will be 25% this day only!

@ Alina Pizzano couture bridal
235 east colorado blvd.
pasadena, ca 91101

Saturday March 19th - 10-4pm

more info - 626.584.0076 or design@alinapizzano.com

We look forward to seeing you there...

Tamiyah & An

Tamiyah was referred to me by our mutual friend Orion. He was also a Designer at BCBG when I was designing there. He knew that by working together, we could execute the pefect vision of Tamiyah‘s dress.
The first day Tamiyah and I met, we reviewed her inspiration along with sketch ideas Orion provided. We came to find out that we actually worked at BCBG around that same time and didn't even know it! The world truly is such a small place!
As we progressed on her gown, Tamiyah was always such a pleasure to fit and work with. Her amazing smile was so contagious and she always lit up the salon.




We made her gown from silk hammered satin and silk Georgette, with a delicately enhanced beaded neckline. We incorporated a low back to accentuate her beautiful curvy figure, which, from my understanding, An loved.
Tamiyah and An had their wedding outdoors in Utah in such an amazing setting. The weather Gods were definitely smiling upon them that day! The picturesque mountains and river with all of their incredible colors and majestic beauty were almost overwhelming.
Photographer Jason Liu captured the wedding, the locale, and all of the natural beauty just wonderfully!





Congratulations Tamiyah and An!

Megan & Yaojen

I met Megan back in October of 2009, she came to the Salon with her cousin, who was also her Maid-of-Honor. She was looking for a gown that would highlight the features that her fiance, Yaojen, loved. She also wanted to surprise him with a traditional Hawaiian wedding dance, as they were to be married on the island of Maui. On a side note, Megan is an actual professional hula dancer!






So, as this was a destination wedding, I had to take into account that the gown was going to travel and that part of the gown needed to be detachable to accommodate the wedding dance. So, with the challenges and requirements needed for Megan's gown, I designed a dress along with Megan that was very sexy and elegant. The gown had a rouched bodice with a flowing satin chiffon skirt that was detachable, while the train stayed attached to the dress. As you can see from the photos, Megan wanted a very low back as well as some other details such as beading along the neckline, the straps and a light spray of beading along the entire dress.
The location and amazing wedding was captured by photographers Brian Khang and Aaron Dieppa. Megan and Yaojen look stunning in these photos along with the breath taking back drop!




Congratulations Megan & Yaojen!

Baby Doll

I thought I would share a little mini gown that was inspired by one of my Brides. I had previously designed a dress for a Brides niece, who was just 10 months old. The dress was a direct reflection of the Bride, with the same color scheme as the Bridal party and the same flow as the Brides. So, I thought it would be fun to design a dress for a baby girl that was also a mini-couture piece. This one is also made from silk and has a cute little tie to the back,which is also the same detail that my Bride had. Perfect for a destination wedding!