A quiet breath of refinement, Garden Serenade evokes stillness, grace, and the soft bloom of a moment held in time. The gown’s sleeveless high neckline and columnar A-line silhouette create a sense of poised structure, while the glazed floral print—whispered across powder-blue silk—suggests a watercolor garden unfolding beneath morning light. Serene and self-possessed, this piece honors the beauty of restraint, inviting the eye to linger, not rush.
Every Gramercy gown is made bespoke, with pattern, proportion, and color tailored to honor the unique posture, shape, and event of its wearer.
Expertly cut to balance fluidity with form, the gown features a sculpted high neckline and tailored bodice that elongates the figure. Subtle princess seaming creates a gentle contour through the torso before releasing into a softly flared skirt that moves with quiet elegance. Hidden side pockets add ease without disrupting line. Fully lined in silk habotai, with hand-finished seams and an invisible back closure, Garden Serenade is finished to atelier standards and designed to flow effortlessly from stillness to motion.
Technical Description & Construction
Silhouette:
Dramatic A-line / soft ball gown silhouette with the option of a structured overskirt panel or watteau-style train, creating a regal, floor-sweeping profile.
Neckline & Bodice:
A sculptural stand collar dissolves into a soft surplice V, forming an architectural hybrid that frames the face and elongates the neckline. The bodice tapers with precision, contouring the torso in clean, fluid lines.
Sleeves:
Sleeveless, with precisely cut armholes that preserve the gown’s architectural purity and elongate the silhouette.
Waistline & Details:
The waist is shaped by a wide, softly structured band—precise yet unforced. Discreet side pockets, tucked into the seams, offer a quiet note of modern practicality.
Fabric:
Crafted in heavyweight silk chosen for its structure, sheen, and ability to hold form—essential for the gown’s architectural neckline and tailored sweep.
Print & Patterning
Motif:
The custom print—delicately glazed over the surface—recalls botanical illustrations rendered in soft brushstrokes. Its composition is engineered to preserve clarity and balance across the silhouette, allowing each petal and tendril to bloom in rhythm with the gown’s architecture. The effect is neither literal nor abstract: it is suggestion, not statement. A garden as seen through memory.
Placement:
Motifs rise organically from the hemline of the skirt and train, guiding the eye vertically.
Smaller accents at the bodice enhance the surplice shape without clutter.
Asymmetrical arrangement heightens the naturalistic movement of birds and branches.
Negative Space:
Expanses of powder-blue silk frame the print as wearable art, allowing each element to breathe with elegance and clarity.
Color Palette
Base:
A wash of powdered blue forms the canvas, cooled by undertones of mist and morning sky. The floral glazework layers soft greens, faded lilac, and hints of golden cream—evoking the palette of a conservatory at first light.
Effect:
A palette that balances cool serenity with warm accents—alive with dimension, harmony, and refined movement.
Investment & Couture Process
Garden Serenade is priced at $4,350, which includes your custom pattern, an at-home prototype fitting, and full couture construction in our New York atelier. Within the Calabro Collection, most gowns range from $4,500 to $6,500, depending on the textiles you choose—from classic silks to specialty jacquards to limited-edition European couture prints.
All of this is completed through our white-glove remote process, allowing you to experience true couture without ever having to travel.
The beauty of Garden Serenade lies in the tension between its elements: the refined structure of the stand collar meets the painterly freedom of the aviary print. It is both architectural and romantic, poised and expressive—designed for women who move through the world with grace, intellect, and unforgettable style.
A quiet breath of refinement, Garden Serenade evokes stillness, grace, and the soft bloom of a moment held in time. The gown’s sleeveless high neckline and columnar A-line silhouette create a sense of poised structure, while the glazed floral print—whispered across powder-blue silk—suggests a watercolor garden unfolding beneath morning light. Serene and self-possessed, this piece honors the beauty of restraint, inviting the eye to linger, not rush.
Every Gramercy gown is made bespoke, with pattern, proportion, and color tailored to honor the unique posture, shape, and event of its wearer.
Expertly cut to balance fluidity with form, the gown features a sculpted high neckline and tailored bodice that elongates the figure. Subtle princess seaming creates a gentle contour through the torso before releasing into a softly flared skirt that moves with quiet elegance. Hidden side pockets add ease without disrupting line. Fully lined in silk habotai, with hand-finished seams and an invisible back closure, Garden Serenade is finished to atelier standards and designed to flow effortlessly from stillness to motion.
Technical Description & Construction
Silhouette:
Dramatic A-line / soft ball gown silhouette with the option of a structured overskirt panel or watteau-style train, creating a regal, floor-sweeping profile.
Neckline & Bodice:
A sculptural stand collar dissolves into a soft surplice V, forming an architectural hybrid that frames the face and elongates the neckline. The bodice tapers with precision, contouring the torso in clean, fluid lines.
Sleeves:
Sleeveless, with precisely cut armholes that preserve the gown’s architectural purity and elongate the silhouette.
Waistline & Details:
The waist is shaped by a wide, softly structured band—precise yet unforced. Discreet side pockets, tucked into the seams, offer a quiet note of modern practicality.
Fabric:
Crafted in heavyweight silk chosen for its structure, sheen, and ability to hold form—essential for the gown’s architectural neckline and tailored sweep.
Print & Patterning
Motif:
The custom print—delicately glazed over the surface—recalls botanical illustrations rendered in soft brushstrokes. Its composition is engineered to preserve clarity and balance across the silhouette, allowing each petal and tendril to bloom in rhythm with the gown’s architecture. The effect is neither literal nor abstract: it is suggestion, not statement. A garden as seen through memory.
Placement:
Motifs rise organically from the hemline of the skirt and train, guiding the eye vertically.
Smaller accents at the bodice enhance the surplice shape without clutter.
Asymmetrical arrangement heightens the naturalistic movement of birds and branches.
Negative Space:
Expanses of powder-blue silk frame the print as wearable art, allowing each element to breathe with elegance and clarity.
Color Palette
Base:
A wash of powdered blue forms the canvas, cooled by undertones of mist and morning sky. The floral glazework layers soft greens, faded lilac, and hints of golden cream—evoking the palette of a conservatory at first light.
Effect:
A palette that balances cool serenity with warm accents—alive with dimension, harmony, and refined movement.
Investment & Couture Process
Garden Serenade is priced at $4,350, which includes your custom pattern, an at-home prototype fitting, and full couture construction in our New York atelier. Within the Calabro Collection, most gowns range from $4,500 to $6,500, depending on the textiles you choose—from classic silks to specialty jacquards to limited-edition European couture prints.
All of this is completed through our white-glove remote process, allowing you to experience true couture without ever having to travel.
The beauty of Garden Serenade lies in the tension between its elements: the refined structure of the stand collar meets the painterly freedom of the aviary print. It is both architectural and romantic, poised and expressive—designed for women who move through the world with grace, intellect, and unforgettable style.
