It was wonderful meeting Alex at the last Styled shoot I did. Alex is a wildly talented dress maker who, after I met her, I found out made her OWN wedding dress AND reception dress! Frank Murphy Fashions is located in the quaint and beautiful downtown White Bear Lake area. Their fashions are elegant and timeless formal wear. I would highly recommend checking them out and giving Alex a huge hug from me when you see her! Head on over to their web-site to be in touch and see more of their incredible work.
What 3 words describe Frank Murphy? Luxurious. Timeless. Sophisticated.
How long have you been in business? The Frank Murphy design and store was established in 1931.
Why or how did you get started in your industry? I am one of the new owners of Frank Murphy.
What have weddings taught you? Weddings are such a joyful occasion and it’s important that you feel good about yourself and what you’re wearing to the wedding!
What is the style of Frank Murphy? We carry everything from casual to formalwear catering to each generation in the full range of sizes and price points.
What the newest trend you have seen happen on a wedding day? It’s a current trend for the bride AND the mother of the bride to do an outfit change! Such a fun bonding moment to surprise the guests with your second look.
What are some sources of inspiration or influences on your work? I personally design wedding gowns for brides who want a one-of-a-kind piece. I’m passionate about quality fabrics and construction techniques. I encourage my brides to help with the design, fabric selection, and even a couple stitches so that on their wedding day, they can take credit for their gown!
What’s your favorite way to wind down after a hard day? At the end of the day, I love sketching new designs for my clients!
What was the best thing you did to make your wedding day unique? To design my own dress! It was so fun to be able to take credit for my one-of-a-kind gown on my wedding day.
Advice you would give to newly engaged couples. Keep the wedding planning fun! Don’t get too stressed or annoyed with all the advice you will get. Try to enjoy the process!
What sets you apart in your industry or what do your clients say about you? My primary concern is for my clients to look and feel good in their clothes! I am always glad to special order pieces just for them – in their size, color preference, and vision. Let me know how I can help dress you for your upcoming event. We can even design a custom piece together!
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