CUSTOM BLACK WEDDING DRESSES · MADE TO ORDER
A black wedding dress that feels
Design a one-of-a-kind black gown with our bridal design team, made to your measurements. Black chantilly lace, sheer sleeves, dramatic sparkle, a cape or a black veil: we shape every detail around your vision. Trusted by 2,500+ brides. Begin with a complimentary design consultation:
- Share your black-gown vision, inspiration, timeline and budget
- Get expert guidance on silhouette, black fabrics, lace and fit
- Leave with a clear sense of what's possible, before making any commitment
Why custom black
A black wedding dress designed around you
Black that's anything but basic
A black gown you truly love is hard to find off the rack. We design yours from scratch: classic and elegant, romantic and moody, or a gothic-inspired masterpiece. Custom gowns range from $1,500 to $5,500, and most brides invest $2,000–$3,500.
Your dress, your way
Start with your inspiration, then make it yours. Choose the neckline, sleeves, bodice, skirt, fabric, lace and fit. Go all-black, layer black lace over a nude lining, or add accents of red, gold or white.
Expert guidance & transparency
You won't have to figure it out alone. Your designer guides every decision, sketches your gown, and sends progress photos from our workshop, so you see your black dress coming together before it's finished.
Fabric, lace & color
Every shade of black, every texture you love
From satin and crepe to delicate lace to glitter and sparkle, your designer helps you choose the fabrics, lace and details that feel like you.
Black fabrics & lace
Luxurious satins and crepe, soft and flowy tulle and chiffon, or dramatic glitter and sparkle. For romance, choose delicate black chantilly lace, intricate floral and geometric lace, or beaded and 3D lace.
Black with other colors
Make black your main color or use it as an accent. Black and white is a favorite, rich reds and gold pair beautifully with black, and black lace over a nude lining gives a striking, sheer effect.
Accessories to match
Complete your look with a black veil, flowy wings or a dramatic cape, designed alongside your gown. Bold gold jewelry makes a beautiful contrast against black.
how it works
Your custom black gown in 3 steps
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Book a free design consultation
Breathe in, aaand breathe out. Your first consultation with one of our expert designers is relaxed, personal and totally free. Share your black-gown inspiration, explore fabric and lace ideas, and get price guidance for your design. Choose a complimentary 20-minute virtual call by Zoom or phone, or a free 1-hour appointment at our San Francisco showroom at 1301 Castro St. Zero obligation.
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Collaborate 1x1 with your designer, hone in on the details
We kick off the design phase with a $150 deposit. You'll work one-on-one with your designer on every detail: silhouette, neckline, the right black fabrics and lace, and how it all comes together with structural integrity. Then comes every bride's favorite bit: your personalized gown sketch, a keepsake to treasure and the moment you first see your black gown come together.
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Go behind the scenes, receive progress updates
Even when everything happens online, you're included every step of the way. During production, we take you behind the scenes at our workshop to see your actual dress being made: progress photos of the neckline and silhouette, the lace placement and the finishing details, all reviewed and approved by you before we finish your gown by hand.
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Loved by our brides
Brides who said “yes” in black
“It was really difficult looking for a wedding dress that was black but not goth. I wanted a dress that gave goddess of the underworld vibes. We did all our calls through zoom and Ali showed me different fabrics and lace design options. The sketch was amazing and she even sent me picture updates on the dress! My dress was about $3,500 which is really good for a fully custom dress.”
— Irelia P.
“I felt like I knew exactly what I wanted but I was worried that I would never be able to find it. When I found L&L, a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders. They were a dream to work with and they brought every element of my dress together seamlessly. I will forever recommend L&L to everyone getting married.”
— Ashly B.
TIED THE KNOT
Real Lace & Liberty brides
Design a black wedding dress that's as unique as your love
Over 2,500 brides have designed their dream dress with us. Now it’s your turn to wear black, your way.