How to Design Quinceanera Dresses
A teenager's quinceanera is one of the most important days of her life. It is the day she is presented to the world as a young woman. Teens often want to design quinceanera dresses that express their unique personal style. You can help your teen design a one-of-a-kind quinceanera dress.
Things you will need:
- Magazines for inspiration
- Seamstress
- Fabric
- Buy several prom and/or wedding magazines. Quinceanera dresses are similar to many prom and wedding dresses both in the fabrics used and the style. Quinceanera dresses typically have fitted tops and full skirts. You should be able to find a multitude of dresses with this silhouette in these magazines. While the Internet is also a good source for dress pictures, magazine pictures are better because you can easily take them with you when you meet with your seamstress.
- Review these magazines with your teen. Have her flag her favorite dresses. See if there is a common theme in the dresses she likes. Avoid having her settle on one particular dress design; it is better to have multiple options.
- Discuss potential fabric colors and patterns. While the traditional quinceanera dress is pale pink or white, nowadays anything goes. Your teen can truly express her individuality through her fabric selection. Encourage her to be creative. Do not, however, purchase any fabric until you have met with your seamstress.
- Select a seamstress. It is best to work with a seamstress who has experience making quinceanera dresses. However, a seamstress who has made prom or wedding dresses should also be fine.
- Discuss your teen's design with your seamstress. Your seamstress should be able to tell you what fabrics will work best with your teen's design and how much fabric you will need.
- Purchase the fabric as advised and take it to your seamstress.