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Custom Themed Bridal & Corset-Based Gowns

Couture Bridal, Built on Structure

At Cod & Bum, bridal is not off-the-rack.

Each gown begins with a foundation of true corsetry — engineered shaping, sculpted waistlines, and internal structure that supports the body without sacrificing beauty.

Whether your vision is romantic, gothic, historical, modern, theatrical, or entirely one-of-a-kind, your gown is designed around you.

The Power of a Corset Foundation

Unlike mass-produced bridal gowns, our designs are built using traditional corsetry principles:

• Steel boning for sculpted shaping
• Waist definition without collapsing
• Built-in support (often no bra required)
• Balanced weight distribution
• Long-wear comfort
• Structured silhouettes that photograph beautifully

A corset-based gown creates presence.
It changes how you feel walking down the aisle.

Themed & Statement Bridal Work

We specialize in elevated, narrative bridal aesthetics including:

Renaissance, Historical, and fantasy Inspired- Or keep it Modern!

High Quality period accurate materials
High contrast corsetry
Dramatic sleeves
Historical silhouettes with modern wearability

Romantic Embellished Couture

Hand-placed lace
Three-dimensional florals
Beaded overlays
Custom one of a kind embroidery
Soft illusion panels

Hand painted materials

Modern Sculpted Bridal

Deep illusion or high timeless necklines
Sheer corset bodices, mesmerizing materials
Strategic boning visibility and placement of your choice
Clean architectural lines

Dramatic Reception Transformations

Overskirts
Detachable trains
Convertible corset bodices
Second-look reception pieces

Fully Custom Process

1. Consultation

We begin with a design call (virtual or in person) to discuss:
– Theme & aesthetic
– Venue
– Silhouette preferences
– Fabric choices
– Timeline

2. Design Development

You receive:
– Concept sketches
– Fabric sourcing options
– Lace & embellishment direction
– Construction plan

3. Measurements & Structure

Every corset foundation is built from:
– Detailed measurement chart
– Proportion mapping
– Torso length evaluation
– Bust shaping customization

4. Build & Fittings

Depending on complexity:
– Mockup fitting (optional but recommended)
– Structural corset build
– Lace & embellishment placement
– Final fitting & finishing

Fabric & Materials

We work with:

• Silks
• wools and others natural fibers
• Hand-dyed lace
• French lace
• 3D floral appliqué
• Illusion tulle
• Hand beading
• Embroidered overlays

Every material is selected intentionally to complement the corset structure beneath it.

Who This Is For

You are likely a Cod & Bum bride if:

– You want something no one else has
– You care about structure and fit
– You love historical elements but want modern refinement
– You want to feel powerful, not just pretty
– You want a gown that photographs dramatically