Winter wedding-New York, 2004

Design challenge: What's a girl to do when she's picked out her dream dress for a beautiful winter wedding -- only to realize the implications of going strapless in January? Rather than freeze, this bride decided to have a custom satin jacket created just for her, which served not only to keep her cozy but also to lend the ensemble even more sophistication and elegance.

Inspiration: Victorian period

The jacket: silk satin with China silk lining. Shawl collar. Princess seaming. Three buttons at center front. Extended length in back.