Hanna Hartnell

What a wonderful experience. I came to Hanna not knowing what I wanted or how to do it. Hanna creates a warm and friendly environment that allows you to relax, alleviating the stress involved in finding the right dress. She was able to help me define the style of my wedding dress when I didn't even know where to begin. By simply asking me a few questions about the wedding plans, such as location, theme and budget, she was able to help me narrow down what it was that I needed in a wedding dress. I was really impressed with how much she knows about design, and was fascinated by her new reversible gown from a collection she dubbed the "Double Dare". Believe it or not, but here is a wedding dress that you actually CAN wear again! Each dress in the collection is a simple, yet elegant design lined in a contrasting silk, which can worn inside out after the wedding. What a brilliant idea! Not only did I get the perfect dress made to measure, but in essence I got TWO dresses for the price of one!So, if you're getting married, and you're looking for something outside the square - DO give Hanna a call, you won't regret it!

Posted 03/03/09 | Report Abuse

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Hanna Hartnell is amazing. First, I am very thankful Hanna has created a Mail Order Bride system so that I would be able to order my wedding dress from across the states. She listened patiently and excitingly to my thoughts and ideas. She offered advice to improve on my ideas. Then, she explained how the Mail Order Bride System works and what I should expect.

We communicated mostly though email and occasional phone conversations. After speaking to Hanna I felt confident that she knew what she was doing and trusted her 100%. I could tell Hanna has the passion and talent to custom make any dress to fit any body type. She knows what she is doing.

I am amazed how she was able to alter my dress according to my measurements and photos. A couple weeks later I received a lovely package in the mail complete with my wedding dress, a charming garment bag and hanger. I put my dress on and loved everything about it. The fabric quality and texture was what I expected. However, there were a couple alternations that needed to be done to make it picture perfect. I explained the problem areas and emailed photos of myself in the dress. Hanna is very perceptive on alterations. She took the time to explain to me how she would complete these alterations and the detailed explanation convinced me she knew what she was doing.

Fortunately I was able to visit Hannas boutique for final fitting. It was a lovely experience! Hanna welcomes you into her home and creates a very personalized visit. A couple weeks later I received another lovely package in the mail. I tried on my dress and my mouth dropped. I was so amazed of how Hanna did it. My wedding dress fits beautifully. You can tell the dress was made for me; she did a wonderful job! It really is a piece of art.

Overall, Hanna was very accommodating and helpful throughout the whole ordeal. I am very thrilled and satisfied of the outcome of my dress and experience as a Mail Order Bride. I feel my dress is worth more than what I paid. I strongly recommend Hannas dresses for any occasion. Anyone would be lucky to own a dress made by Hanna Hartnell!

Posted 02/02/09 | Report Abuse

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Hanna Hartnell is a fantastic designer and a wonderful, warm person. She has stunning clothing and will tailor any design to fit you perfectly. I don't have many, but hers are my favorite clothing pieces. You can stop in her studio shop to look, though if you are seriously looking for an item to buy (such as for a particular occasion), make an appointment. She will guide you to styles which will look good on your body and can tailor the clothes to fit you perfectly. There is only one dressing room so if she has an appointment and you just stop in, you may not be able to try anything on.

Posted 05/11/06 | Report Abuse

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