Lainie Brookman Couture Dressmaker in Waurn Ponds, Victoria, Australia | Design & fashion

Lainie Brookman Couture Dressmaker

Locality: Waurn Ponds, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 416 373 586

Address: 20 Blackheath Mews Waurn Ponds 3216 Waurn Ponds, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.lbcouturedressmaker.com.au

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25.01.2022 Ok lets all remain calm..I clearly wont be sleeping much to try & get as many masks out as possible by Sunday. I will contact you as soon as your order is ready. Please understand I cant humanly get to everyone who has already ordered in time for Sunday but I am doing my absolute best & have all my family on board helping me as much as they can. This comes into effect Sunday 11.59pm.

25.01.2022 What a day! Hundreds of masks picked up today & Ive only just stopped sewing. Edit-forgot to add my assistants! Monica & Pat as well as Karen, Jessie, Cal & Kellie. More people will be contacted tomorrow & lots to go out in the post. Thankyou to whoever left the bottle of Prosecco on my doorstep!! ... And thanks to Sarah, Katey & Sarah for the chocolates & wine to keep me going Oh just remembered I better sew my girls some masks for their one day of school before remote learning starts again See more

25.01.2022 Congratulations to all the winners of @flemingtonvrc Just for Fun categories that were just announced today. We had a great time dressing up & I certainly learnt a few things. Firstly Fashions on the Field is bloody hard! It’s not just a matter of throwing on a dress & a headpiece. The time & detail that goes into each outfit is incredible & I certainly now have a much greater appreciation & understanding of this! Planning for four people is even harder. Trying to get a co...hesive look while not being too matchy matchy is difficult. Choosing fabrics, styles, accessories, shoes, headware...the list is endless! So big props to everyone that puts themselves out there & enters a fotf event, whether it’s online, a small country meet or a huge event like Flemington. You all deserve a big round of applause! Photography-Louisa Jones Location-Moorabool Valley Chocolate Hair/Makeup-Monica Henry Outfits-made by Lainie

25.01.2022 Please note-I currently have a huge shortage of mens fabrics. Im waiting on fabric orders placed well over a week ago & are currently in transit from all over Australia. There is nothing I can do about this as Aus Post is experiencing delays. There are black, navy, greys & blues amongst the orders. ... I will not be answering any messages today regarding orders-my sole focus is to sew & get as many made as possible. I will contact you as soon as your order is ready to collect. Thankyou for your understanding.

25.01.2022 Facemasks currently available for immediate pick up/post. Medium size. $14ea 3 layers of breathable fabric, metal nose piece with elastic behind the ears. Handmade in Geelong. Please comment under picture or send me a pm.

24.01.2022 Come at me 2021! I’m hopeful, I’m excited & I’m eager for a fabulous year creating, designing & making. If you’re keen to work with me this year please send through a no obligation enquiry-key dates are already filling fast! ... Louisa Jones Photography

24.01.2022 Featured in todays @geelongaddy, Geelong Flower Farms Georgie Stanton rocking one of our first floral face masks that went out. Cute!

24.01.2022 Face masks update. By now I should have made contact with everyone whos orders will be ready tomorrow & then mid-late next week. Its getting to the point where you cant be too picky on colours. The more flexible you are-the quicker youll get your order! Thankyou to those who are happy to wait. My hold up is still waiting on fabric, in particular black, grey, blues-these are still in transit from all over Australia & due this week sometime! ... I have had over 1500 mask orders & have a team of sewers working as hard as they can to get these orders filled. Once again thankyou for your patience. See more

23.01.2022 Face mask update. Im sewing as fast as I can! Lucky to have had my mum, sister, brother, husband, daughter & bro in law give me some help with cutting & sewing over last couple of days. My current hold up is elastic-waiting on my order to arrive. Fingers crossed tomorrow. Out to a 14 day wait minimum. ... Thanks for your understanding. See more

22.01.2022 Finally something to celebrate today-from 23rd November wedding limits in Victoria will increase to 100 guests! (Providing everything goes to plan). Up to 100 at a venue, but still only 10 at a private property (eg your home). Masks still required at this stage. We’re getting there...slowly but surely! Pic courtesy of @geelong wedding guide.

22.01.2022 Cutest little mask going out today for a special boy who has a long road ahead of him. After the latest announcement this morning about mandatory masks to be worn in the Melb lockdown areas, Im prioritising Melb clients who have ALREADY ordered. I cant take new rush orders from Melb at this time. Wait time for new orders is 10-14 days. Thanks for your patience.

22.01.2022 Stunning! Alterations by Lainie. Jake Hogan Photography Mt Duneed Estate

22.01.2022 Late last year I was thrilled to be a part of a styled shoot for Makeup & Hair Artist MaryJane Ashlyn. Here’s a sneak peek. Louisa Jones Photography @bridesbymaryjaneashlyn ... The Wild Garden Florist Bellbrae Harvest See more

22.01.2022 Finally got to my last bulk order-my Dads business Pro Alarms! He had to wait a while & doesnt like the colour much but I think the mottled look is quite stylish for some tradies! Weve trialed some different elastic too-half the order will go around the head instead of the ears. Will wait for the review!

21.01.2022 How to wear your mask. Theres one simple trick that will make my masks sit better on your face. Gather the elastic slightly! Your mask arrives flat, by gathering the elastic youll get a better fit on your face. See pics for an example. Flat, without gather, with gather.

20.01.2022 A non face mask post for a change. Unfortunately with stage 3 restriction re implemented from midnight Wed, I can no longer have any client fittings, as this is not an essential reason for leaving home. The entire wedding industry is feeling so sad & uncertain for our brides & grooms. With no dancing & interaction allowed for the unseeable future-who knows what the weddings of the future hold. If face masks are still required until the end of the year they must be worn by the couple, their bridal party & anyone attending. No one wants that. Lets hope everyone can do the right thing & we can get back to beautiful weddings & events soon & without restrictions.

19.01.2022 Mask up Victoria! James from @Hyped Media & Monica from Monica Henry Art out yesterday in our masks. I was a bit sad yesterday seeing all the kids at school in their masks. But Im back in full swing at the machine today. ... 3 layers, pocket for an extra filter, metal nose piece & elastic loops. $14ea. Still taking orders (although my mum tells me I should stop ). But out to a 2-3 weeks wait minimum. Send me your mask selfies!!

19.01.2022 Working my way through all the black & navy orders. If you havent heard from me yet, you will by Wednesday at the latest. I will then have stock available for immediate pick up/post. If Ive sent you a message about your order & you havent replied, Ill presume you no longer need it. Which is absolutely fine, I just need to know so I can pass it onto the next person on my list. Thankyou again for everyones support. I have a feeling well be wearing masks for a while so good to get ahead & have a few on rotation.

18.01.2022 Face masks. I will get back to all enquiries as soon as I can. We have a family funeral today so Ill be closed until this evening. Thankyou for your understanding.

18.01.2022 Update on my business reopening. As per Government & DHHS advice. I have been on the phone most of the morning with Business Victoria & another local dressmaker. ... Our situation is unique apparently & we dont currently fit into any boxes, as we are sole trading dressmakers operating from our homes. The official advice given is that we can proceed with caution. So in light of this I have the following good news. I can reopen from Monday 14th September for client fittings. However the following strict guidelines will be in place as I am operating from my home so please be respectful of this. *Essential appointments only. I will be prioritising clients based on their occasion date. *Existing clients only -any new booking will be by phone or messaging only for the time being. *Masks must be worn for duration of appointment. *Hand sanitizer available on arrival. *Maximum of two people per appointment. *No bathroom available for use. *If you are unwell (or anyone in your household) please reschedule. *Only local clients permitted from Greater Geelong region at this stage. *Appointments will be spaced to allow time for cleaning in between. *These terms are subject to change at anytime. Geelong will be in Stage 3, Step two on the 14th. Once we move to Stage 3, Step three, restrictions will be reassessed. Thankyou!

18.01.2022 Well I think its safe to say I have finally caught up on all my orders! (A few being collected & posted this weekend) For anyone who Ive contacted & hasnt got back to me-your order will be cancelled. I completely understand that people have sourced masks elsewhere & thats fine. ... I now have plenty of stock on hand, especially in mediums & can still take orders for black & navy in large, medium & small. I think well be in masks for a while so good to get ahead of the game & make sure you have a couple on rotation. $14ea, pick up Waurn Ponds or postage available. Thankyou again to everyone for your support in these crazy times!

18.01.2022 Avos & chillies anyone? Ready for immediate pick up/post or can be added to your existing order. Large chillies x5 Medium avos x11 $14ea.

17.01.2022 Lets have a little look back on racing fashions to break up the mask feed. Most of these pics are dresses I made clients for last years Geelong Cup. Lots of gorgeous colour.

16.01.2022 New fabric getting cut! If anyone who has a current order wants this instead of a floral let me know! Waiting not very patiently for more floral fabric deliveries

16.01.2022 Amber & Scott. Married Fri 8th January at Mt Duneed Estate. I can’t tell you how excited I was to be a part of this wedding & to see it all come together after this beautiful couple rescheduled from November 2020. Amber’s gown was made from whisper pink silk satin, blush sparkle tulle & two types of lace perfectly blended together to create her ‘fitted boho gown’ brief. We started late-later than I’d normally like after not being able to get to the lace shop any earlier t...han November due to Covid closures. But the end result was worth a few late nights on my part! Congratulations to the both of you. Dan Brannan Photo

15.01.2022 Clever idea alert. A friend of mine just sent me this-shes made an elastic button holder to help keep her daughters mask in place! And no sorry I do not have time to make these but I can give you a piece of elastic & some buttons with your Childrens masks purchase. (Not my mask or child haha but permission to share)

13.01.2022 EDIT-Please note there is a minimum one week wait on masks due to extremely high demand. I am prioritising doctors, nurses & health care workers. Thanks for your patience & understanding. Certainly not a direction I thought Id be heading. But Im now taking orders for face masks. Cotton outer & a muslin & cotton lining. Pocket for an additional filter if needed, a metal nose piece & elastic loops to ensure exact fit. Ive spent the morning working on the pattern after co...nsulting with several nurses. If youre going to wear a mask it needs to fit well. Large, medium & small available in black, pale pink & assorted pretty florals. (The medium fits me) $14ea. 3-5 day turn around at the moment. PM me if interested. Certainly strange times were living in! See more

13.01.2022 Churning through orders this week! If I havent contacted you regarding yours, I wont be far off. My latest hold up is awaiting plain fabrics including more black. Thankyou everyone for your patience. This is certainly a bigger task than Id anticipated. Still taking orders but current wait time is out to 3 weeks.

12.01.2022 Feeling a change in the air! Eight months ago was my last wedding-the stunning Sharni & her four bridesmaids. This week has certainly picked up & even though there’s still uncertainty with restrictions, I have a lot of beautiful dresses restarted & ready to work on again. Finally! @michael renga weddings

12.01.2022 Tee & Jackson. Dec 2020 Pink bridesmaid dress alterations by Lainie. Before Covid, Tee had booked me in to make her bridal gown-unfortunately with the year that was, multiple date changes & fabric stores operating online only & fittings not allowed that ended up not possible. But I was thrilled to still be involved in this stunning wedding by altering the pink bridesmaids dresses. Each girl put their own twist on them & what a result! ... The most colourful & stunning bridal party I’ve ever seen! Weddings with Ryal

12.01.2022 Wedding numbers up to 150 guests in Victoria at a venue. Yah!! (Small numbers still apply to private properties-15 from midnight then up to 30 from 14th Dec). Jake Hogan Photography

12.01.2022 Katrina-Best Dressed Lady at Glen Innes Races NSW yesterday. Her first ever Lady of the Day win, wearing this gorgeous bright linen blend dress! Millinery-Myliss Design. ...

12.01.2022 3 fabric deliveries today with another 6-8 due this week. One arrived missing the grey I ordered but theyre resending. Also a huge thanks to my wonderful Aunty Trudy in Brisbane who has raided her local spotlight for me & has some new darker fabrics & prints on the way! Still working through all the orders & will be in contact as soon as theyre ready. Thankyou.

12.01.2022 Well after todays announcements I still have no idea where I stand. Ive put myself in the beauty category due to the closeness required for fittings & the impossibility of social distancing in my small studio. If thats the case it seems I cant have clients until at least 23rd Nov. This is also the proposed date when weddings numbers can hopefully increase to 50. Im in limbo along with every bride, groom & every wedding vendor. All I do know is with mask wearing... compulsory for the foreseeable future...that does not make for a nice wedding . Who else is feeling uncertain & lost? Michael Renga

10.01.2022 No surprises here in my Top 9 for 2020. No weddings featured & mostly racewear flashbacks & my family entry into Myer Fashions on your front lawn. We all know the year has been extremely challenging & difficult for the wedding industry. It’s hit us hard but we will come back stronger than ever. Farewell 2020!

09.01.2022 Still working my way through your orders! Going back through my notes I realised I have missed a couple of people so my sincere apologies-the orders came in so quickly & all at once & Im using the old fashioned pen & notepad system to record everything so human error can occur. Please send me a message if youre still waiting. Im hoping to be caught up by the end of the weekend but theres still a lot of people to get to & a lot of fabric to still arrive ... Thankyou to everyone for your patience & understanding & your support of my small business in these very challenging times. Lainie (Pictures are some florals in large I have in stock).

07.01.2022 NOTE-Front floral sold out through exisiting orders. Ill try & get more stock & update. Some pretty new florals added. Please note Im still working very hard to get through all your orders & your patience is appreciated. I dont mind if you send me a little reminder though, especially for those that ordered early on. ... Current wait time for all new orders is 2-3 weeks. See more

07.01.2022 2020 brings some new Terms & Conditions to Lainie Brookman Couture. BOOKING DEPOSITS A booking deposit is now required to lock in your date. ... Bridal gowns made to measure $200 Bridal gown alterations $100 Bridesmaids, evening wear, mother of the bride made to measure $50 Racewear/Fashions on the field $50 per outfit The deposit comes off the total cost of your garment, but is non refundable if you change your mind with less than 90 days notice. PAYMENTS Quotes will be provided upon initial consultation & a 50% deposit is required at the calico fit with balance due by/at pick up. Im more than happy to arrange payment plans, providing the balance is paid by pick up. I have been lenient in the past letting some clients take garments before full payment, but Ill no longer be allowing this. CHANGES POLICY I have always been very lenient with clients making changes during making & Ill always strive to ensure client satisfaction! However any significant changes made to the initial design during production could incur additional costs to the original quote. For example, if more fabric is required & more hours needed for adjustments. This will be discussed during your consultation. These t&cs have been put in place to secure your place & to maintain transparency throughout your made to measure experience. Any questions or queries I am more than happy to answer! Lainie Brookman.

06.01.2022 EDIT-14 day wait minimum due to very high demand! Please PM with your orders. Who would have thought...this is the new fashion statement! The government are recommending all Victorians wear face masks in public where you cant socially distance. I have been inundated with orders & there is currently a 7-10 day wait but happy to put you on my list if youd like some for yourself & your family. ... $14ea, three layers, metal nose piece & elastic over ears. Plenty of colours & fabric choices available. Pick up Waurn Ponds or postage at additional cost. See more

05.01.2022 Big delivery of floral fabrics yesterday along with black & navy. Ill be working hard today & tomorrow to get all these out & am hoping to then be caught up on everyones orders by the start of next week. Then Ill put what I have in stock up for sale & any reorders will only be a couple of days wait at most. Thanks!

05.01.2022 Who likes Marvel movies? Masks in this fabric coming this weekend! Large, medium & small will be available. Happy to take pre orders or add to your existing order. Limited stock.

05.01.2022 One step closer Regional Vic! As of Thursday this week weddings increase to 10 people allowed (this includes the couple, celebrant & two witnesses). Slowly getting there! (Junior maid & all alterations by Lainie) ... Smitten Wedding Photography

04.01.2022 Thanks to the Geelong Indy for the write up in today’s paper! Luke Voogt was very thorough & called me back a couple of times to clarify details. @louisa Jones photography.

04.01.2022 Please note-Due to extremely high demand & now having to employ several machinists to keep up with orders, there will be a small price increase. Face masks now $14ea. All current orders & enquiries will remain at previous price. Thankyou for your understanding.

03.01.2022 Melanie with her entry for the last week of Country Racing Fashion. Pleated skirt with pockets & matching belt with a white scuba fabric top. We were able to one fitting in between Covid restrictions then I completed the outfit & posted to Mel in Horsham. Headpiece Millinery by Mel.

03.01.2022 Big order going out to some disability support workers today. A different colour for everyone!

02.01.2022 Well this is a game changer! Hopefully todays announcements allow me to see clients again.

02.01.2022 Been having a play today with an Xsmall sized mask. Ive found the smalls are too big for younger children (aged 4-7). They wont have a nose piece because theres not enough room for one, but still have 3 layers & a pocket for an additional filter if required. Theyll be $12ea as opposed to all the other sizes at $14ea. If youve previously ordered a small & its too big for your child, let me know & Ill get you to try this size. Please note under current guidelines children under 12 are not required to wear masks. These are to be used under parent supervision & discretion. New orders are still being taken however there is still a minimum 2 week wait. Thankyou.

01.01.2022 One year ago today. Myer fotf Tassie State finals where Peta came Runner Up. She then went on to win the NSW state final & come RU in the National final. 2020 was going to be massive for me. I had a huge number of clients to create for & was so excited for the possibilities. But as we know Covid has taken that away. Nothing we can do but move forward & look towards a huge (hopefully) 2021 fotf season! Thankyou to all my wonderful clients who have been happy to postpone their customs to 2021-Im very appreciative & excited for what we can create. @getracy

01.01.2022 How cute are my nephews. They wanted masks like Mum & Dad have. Jack chose camo & Max chose zebra print! Monica Henry Art