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Being Bride-Minded

by Van Der Velde

Designer Matthew Christoper of Van der Velde breaks down getting yourself in the right shopping mindset as a bride to be.

A Designer for All Brides

As part of the Van der Velde team, Matthew Christopher is innovating, creating works of art, and giving woman the gowns of their wildest dreams.

Matthew Christopher, with over twenty years experience in the bridal industry and well-known for his dramatic architectural seaming, and a fit that women love, combines talents with entrepreneur William Van Der Velde. William brings structure to Matthew Christopher’s unique and often flamboyant work style and is known for more whimsical, lighter gowns that dance. Together they have created clean, vibrant looks that bring a subtle old Hollywood vibe to the modern bride.

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