06/14/09

Dream come true!

by peonybride2009

Kiko created a stunning, exquisite, elegant wedding gown for me which was beyond my greatest expectations. When I first met with Kiko, I was feeling frustrated and discouraged after visiting many dress shops, feeling that I would never find that perfect dress. But as I described my vision for the gown, Kiko drew a wonderful sketch of exactly what I had in mind! We discussed many different options and I was able to see the progress of the dress every step of the way...choosing the fabric, going over the design for the bodice & skirt, and discussing numerous options for the bustle. Kiko's expertise and honesty was greatly appreciated when discussing the design for the dress. Kiko is a perfectionist, and he will involve you every step of the way to make sure that your dress is perfect for you. In the final months before the wedding, I was very busy & stressed and began "shrinking", in both the waist and bust. I was very concerned that the dress was not going to fit, but Kiko made sure that it was a perfect fit and I felt beautiful in that dress on my wedding day. Kiko also helped me to find my bridal jewelry by contacting someone to make a custom necklace and earrings using the same pearls and Swarovski crystals he used on my dress, so that it was a perfect match. Another wonderful trait is Kiko's calm and relaxed presence--something that I really appreciated amidst the craziness of planning a wedding. I really cannot say enough wonderful things about Kiko. If you are looking for a custom made wedding or evening gown, do not hesitate to go straight to Kiko!

• Pros: workmanship, personality, design experience, value
• Cons: none

10/08/08

Simply elegant!

by juliak1

Finding Kiko was a dream come true. I am 6'3" tall and finding a dress off the shelf was not an option. Kiko designed a dress that made my tall frame flow elegantly and was a perfect look for our beach wedding. He was incredibly accommodating to my tight schedule and limited availability. The end result was a gorgeous heirloom piece that I will treasure and pass on. Thank you Kiko!

• Pros: Impeccable sense of design, pride in craftsmanship, fun and relaxing

06/11/08

Kiko is a dream vendor.

by triciaped

I?m really not sure I could ever say everything I want to say about Kiko. He dealt with my extreme pear shaped plus size body, and made me feel beautiful (sadly, a rare occasion for me.) All while staying well within my budget! He was kind, sweet, funny, supportive, full of ideas, and listened carefully at all times. He is just a dream. Of all my vendors, Kiko is the only one who, by then end, I felt a sincere emotional connection with. I wholeheartedly recommend him.

• Pros: Personality, price, design guidance, flexibilty
• Cons: None

04/22/08

Look no further. Kiko is the best!

by DMarie1

From someone who tried all the rest, I can tell you, Kiko is the best! From the moment I first spoke with Kiko, I knew he would provide me with the custom bridal gown of my dreams. Kiko is fun, personable, professional, and compassionate. As someone who is both self-conscious and unsure of herself when it comes to fashion, I searched for custom dress makers who could help steer me in the right direction and help me design a dress that both flattered me and made me comfortable. Unlike the other dress makers I visited, Kiko was willing to be flexible and to work with my budget and with my very vague concept of what I was looking for in a wedding gown. Kiko knew exactly what would make me look my best and he created a dress and veil that defied all of my expectations. Kiko made this very nervous bride feel beautiful, confident, and comfortable, and for that I cannot thank him enough.

• Pros: Quality, craftsmanship, personality

11/29/07

I LOVE the dress that Kiko created for me!

by sophie34

The process of working with Kiko was fabulous...I felt like I had a partner in creating the dress that was the best fit and best design for me. I enjoyed all aspects of the process - from concept/design to the final dress fitting. It was fun. I think the most fun was the final fitting when Kiko helped me to play "dress up" with shoes and jewelry. If you're looking for someone to relax and have a good time with while creating a great memorable dress...Kiko is your man.

• Pros: custom design at reasonable price

10/25/07

Completely Stress-Free Experience - One of a Kind Gown!

by erikaann20

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kiko. He made me feel so comfortable and completely at ease during the whole process. He knew exactly what type of wedding dress would look good on me and he listened to my suggestions and then created a gown that was absolutely perfect and exceeded all of my expectations! I got endless complements on my gown during the wedding! The fittings were extremely stress-free and Kiko created an upbeat environment that made me feel more reassured every time I went into his shop. My veil that he made was also wonderful and the ring bearer pillow that he created matched my dress and was so cute! In addition, Kiko offered free advice to my mom who was trying to assemble her outfit for the wedding as well. He gave her helpful suggestions on what things she needed to look for and she looked wonderful as well! Kiko has a great sense of humor and you will always feel at ease and reassured. I am so happy that I had Kiko make my wedding dress - I cannot recommend him enough! I feel so lucky to have been a Kiko bride!

• Pros: Quality, Value, Service, Great environment, Stress-free experience

10/17/07

A true artist!

by cisacson

Kiko is talented, friendly and easy to work with. He created a stunning wedding gown for me at a very reasonable price.

07/16/07

One less thing to worry about

by teresakessenich

Like so many other people who have written reviews about Kiko, I too felt stuck and lost after visiting numerous bridal shops and not finding the right wedding dress. Kiko helped me in so many ways. He is not ony reasonable, (he'll give you different quotes for different fabrics so that you can find something in your price range), but he can piece together the dress you want based on details of different dresses you've seen and liked. I was a little nervous that I was going to be committing myself to a dress before I could even see it, but there was nothing to worry about. Each visit with Kiko there was little more dress to try on until it was all finished and beatiful. At one point, I tried on the almost finished product and was worried about the cut, but didn't say anything. That night I emailed him to ask if I could come back in, when I came back, I had him raise the skirt 1.25 inches and he didn't even bat an eye. He makes it a priority to keep a smile on your face. Thanks Kiko. My dress is amazing and one of a kind.

• Pros: get what you want, no pressure, flexible scheduling, different prices for different fabrics
• Cons: I could only afford to get one dress, or else I would have had him make me three!

05/22/07

Custom service is an understatement when it comes to Kiko.

by jwyborny

My wife got her dress from Kiko. WOW, what service. As the date got nearer, she started getting more stressed and more active. The result was the shrinking bride effect. I don't know how many times he had to change the dress to fit her, but he did. She looked amazing on our wedding day. Totally unique dress for my lovely wife. And he's really friendly and helpfull.

04/03/07

WONDERFUL STRESS-FREE EXPERIENCE

by blubbera

Encouraged by the great reviews, I made an appointment with Kiko in his studio. After my initial consultation, even though Kiko was already extremely busy, he agreed to do my dress. The experience was completely professional and stress-free as Kiko is totally up front about things like cost (very reasonable), what the process entailed and how much time it would take, what he thought of my ideas. Kiko has a wonderful, calm personality, and was able to provide gentle guidance to keep things moving in the right direction. This was extremely helpful to me, as I am a busy professional and did not have a lot of time beforehand to pore over wedding magazines in search of ideas. The result was perfect for me- an understatedly elegant dress that fit my personality and my body to a T. Thanks Kiko! I recommend Kiko wholeheartedly without reservation.