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, balanced proportions, 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.

This is bridal as architecture.
This is bridal as storytelling.

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 posture.
It changes how you feel walking down the aisle.

Themed & Statement Bridal Work

We specialize in elevated, narrative bridal aesthetics including:

Renaissance & Victorian Inspired

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 embroidery
Soft illusion panels

Modern Sculpted Bridal

Deep illusion necklines
Sheer corset bodices
Strategic boning visibility
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

Investment

Custom corset-based bridal begins at $1,850
Full couture embellished gowns begin at $3,200

Final pricing depends on:
– Fabric selection
– Embellishment density
– Structural complexity
– Timeline

Payment plans available upon request.

Timeline

Ideal booking window: 6–12 months before wedding date
Rush projects considered on a case-by-case basis.

Begin Your Bridal Consultation

Your gown should feel intentional.
It should feel engineered.
It should feel unforgettable.