12.13.2006

Washable Evening Gowns

If the holidays leave you feeling that your only choice in designer clothing, formalwear, and fancy party dresses is dry clean only, then you'll be pleasantly surprised with this site that I stumbled across in my never ending search for easy care, washable clothing - just in time for New Year's!

Ronald Everett of Ronald Everett Design in Toronto,Ontario has produced some gorgeous, original creation evening gowns in fabrics that normally would be considered dry clean only; velvet, suede, and faux leather! Sizes range from small to extra-large/18+. You may want to use his contact form to get details if you require any special alterations/sizing before placing an order

These ARE high fashion items so they are priced accordingly, but not so expensive that they are unattainable like many haute couture type of designs. For those shopping from the US, you may want to do a search online for a currency converter so you can see what your approximate prices would be. (Canadian and US currency are very close, US pricing will give you a slightly lower price than what's quoted on his site in Canadian currency) I'm sure his staff won't mind giving you a final figure (with shipping and taxes) in US currency.

Be patient with the site, I seemed to have some problems navigating it but it was definitely worth hanging in there to see all of his offerings. I particularly enjoyed looking at the photos from his runway show.

While at his site, take a peek at his outerwear also, much of it is washable as well.

Here is a link to his EveningWear page

If anyone out there has ever purchased one of these creations, I would be excited to hear their opinions. Nonetheless, this definitely gives us women who want more easy care, environmentally friendly, oh, heck WASHABLE choices, hope for the future. Listen up, designers, we want a change - and good for you Ronald Everett, we applaud you!

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