Embarking further into fashion

In 5 days, I board a plane to New York, leaving behind my husband and my dog to fend for themselves for the summer.  I am hoping when I return that I gain some perspective on what I need to do get my line to launch higher than ever before and at the same time gain some insight on my own personal musings.

It's funny that these past few months I've watched all the fashion documentaries and TV shows to try to prepare myself mentally for a city like New York, but as I watch the movie "Into the Wild" I am remembering thoughts I've had to get over to be able to make this NYC journey.

Since making the decision to buy a one way to ticket to New York, a lot of people have asked how the relationship between my husband and I are.  My first reaction is to laugh, but I hold it enough to just smile and say were doing great and say "what's four months in New York compared to a lifetime of being together." I have to hold back more laughter when I say that to people because when I hear myself say those words it sounds so cheesy.

I've come to the conclusion that my love life is private, cheesy, honest, and genuine, but I think like most people I don't ever feel deserving to be loved even though I have found love.  It's something my husband tells me that he "broke me from."  You know that feel when someone you love loves you back and you know you should be happy, but all you think of is "why the hell do you love me?"  And then your first instinct is to ask them "what is wrong with you."

I'm glad my husband has stuck around for over 12 years, I don't think my life and personality would be the same without him.  I guess it finally took 12 years for me to realize that I deserve love, I deserve to love myself and I need to make a new life in New York.  A life that perhaps my husband, my dog and myself can live together in perfect harmony, lol.  A girl can dream, right?

Finding My Way To New York

In a little over a month, I will be making way to New York while my husband stays in Arizona.  I guess it's a little unconventional for some people and a few people have asked how my marriage is.  I can honestly say it's stronger than the day we got married.  Although, I can see myself hard to tear away from New York, in October we are celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary and I have to come back for some of my brides.  One bride is even getting married on our anniversary and I want to make sure she makes it down the aisle in her dream dress.  After all, we will share the same wedding date and I will always remember hers.

I guess I'm writing this blog today because I feel very lucky to have my husband who has stood by every vow we ever took and has kept every promise he ever made.  I know I will miss him very much, but I will always feel his support from afar.  We have always worked together as a "team."  Maybe it's because when we met he was my boss and when he worked in baseball he had the team mentality to stick together.  Whatever it was that brought my husband and I together, I am truly thankful.

And even more thankful that I have his blessings to live out my dream of being a New York fashion designer.  They say "if you love something, let it go. If it comes back to you, its yours forever.  If it doesn't, it was never meant to be." Well I know for a fact that my relationship was meant to be.

Here is a picture of my husband and I last year when we visited family in Maryland.  His mom took this picture mid Maryland trip.  I spent two weeks with my husband, his mom and met all his family on the East Coast, but like family secrets go.  I won't tell you a thing.  Like Vegas, what happens in the family, stays in the family.  : )

More from my line inspired by the 1920's

A couple of weeks ago, I debuted a new line of wedding gowns inspired by the 1920's.  Taking inspiration from one of my favorite British miniseries Downton Abbey and a favorite American storyline from the 1920's The Great Gatsby.

Here is the line that debuted at the Venue Scottsdale on Sunday, January 27th, 2013. 

Photos by As You Wish Photography
Hair by Salon Stylush
Makeup by Stephanie Nault

Here is the Youtube of the grand finale for the show / my set.  I don't like walking up on stage, but I did it for this show.

A letter to the universe

Dear universe,

I don't know why you keep me up late almost every night or why I constantly think about my next move.  It's like a chess game that never ends as I always chase down every dream.  My only hope that these sleepless nights have purpose and I know I will be where I need to be.

I'd love to be normal, but I guess the universe has bigger plans for me.  Whether that be in fashion or life in general, I guess I have to keep working hard and keep chipping away at my goals until my dream is a reality.

I hope it's worth it as I would love to have a nice life with my husband, my dog and have better relationships with my friends and family.  As social as I am, I can be distant, since I am always thinking of my reality.  Which is, I have to keep moving and working and I can't rest for too long.

I don't know why I'm writing this blog at 12:45am, but again this has always been the hour I get most of my work done and I'm always wide awake until 3am.  Whatever happens good or bad, things are always meant to be as they are.

I know I can't change the past, I know I was born this way, I just hope my future is bright and hope some really good opportunities come my way.

XOXOXOXO
Jennyvi

The Raven gown in honor of the Super Bowl

If the term for a group of crows is a murder, then let an "unkindness" of ravens reign over the 49er's today.  Having had the chance to visit many of my husband's family in Maryland last summer, I am in full support of the Baltimore Ravens today.

In honor of today, I am naming one of my newest gown designs "the Raven."  I made this gown for my 1920's inspired line.  It's made from a pleated lace and taffeta fabric with rows of feathers stitched in the skirt.

Here is the Raven gown, along with some of the photographs from As You Wish Photography - www.asyouwishphoto.net  / facebook - www.facebook.com/AsYouWishPhotos from the runway show that debuted at the Scottsdale Wedding Walk.  More photos will debut closer to when Downton Abbey's Season 3, Episode 5 airs tonight.

 If you too are a Ravens fan and would like custom painted artwork, please visit my cousin Lisa Martin's facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Presleys-Paintings or her website at www.presleyspaintings.com/

GO RAVENS!

Photos by As You Wish Photography
Hair by Salon Stylush
Makeup by Stephanie Nault


The rest of the bridesmaids / evening gowns from the show.  (The wedding gown line will be up soon.  Stay tuned)

 

You tube of the bridesmaids / evening set can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcO6P6Z3bO8 

A Wedding Gown Line inspired by Downton Abbey

Downton Abbey Season 3 starting back up on Sunday, January 6th, 2013 and I have decided to make my own challenge of creating a wedding gown a week, inspired by the show and if I get my act together a wedding gown per episode.

I was on the Austenprose - A Jane Austen Blog and they have broken down the details of each episode and perhaps if I'm ahead of schedule I can have a themed 1920's wedding gown ready to preview from my new "Abbey Collection" wedding gown line.

It also helps that in November one of my beautiful brides Tiffany and her bridal party had a upscale 1920's themed wedding.  I created the bridal gown, the maid of honor gown, 4 bridesmaids and the 2 flower girl gowns and all the hair accessories.

Here are some of the photos from that wonderful day.  I loved her wedding gown and her whole bridal party that I offered to be there to style her and all the maids.  There is nothing worse than having the train on the wedding gown out of place.  I am a perfectionist by nature since I am a Virgo and her wedding to me was picture perfect.

Photo by Caryanne Bullock

Photo by Nick Florio Photography

Photo by Bettina Dun

Photo by Bettina Dun

Photo by Bettina Dun

The Great Gatsby Fish Bowl

Our fish bowl is looking great after the first week.  I honestly cannot believe the amazing response we got for the Jennyvi Dizon Couture Great Gatsby set and Superior Model dress form giveaway.  So much so my handy cutter got a workout and may need to sharpen up the blades a bit.

If you are wondering, I made sure all the names were cut the same width and height.  I like to be as fair as possible, so even if you have a short name all the entries and votes "feel" the same when I put my hand in to choose the final winner.

If you haven't entered already, we would welcome you with open arms.  The contest is open to anyone interested, if you know of a store interested in carrying the set and displaying the dress form, let them know.  For any store who wins the set, I would promote the set in your store and do some mega social media for free.

Or if you are not getting married yet or know someone, feel free to enter.  Superior Model Form and I are completely flexible as long as you follow the guidelines and spread the word about us.  It's a win, win for everyone because more people would know about our fantastic companies and products.

Contest runs August 1st through October 1st.  Contest is open to anyone, including bridal shops to win a prize valued over $4,500.  Here’s what you need to do:

1.)  Like the @Superior Model Form Facebook page: 


2.)  Share the official post from the Superior Model Form  fan page on your page, the official photo post reads:

I/my company want to win the Jennyvi Dizon Couture bridal gown and bridal set!  Help us win by liking @Superior Model Form and voting for us by leaving a comment with the word “vote” on our post.  Each vote  (limit one vote per commenter) increases my chances to win the @Jennyvi Dizon Couture Great Gatsby Bridal Set and one Superior Model dress form!

One share = one vote, if you share multiple times we only count one share as an entry. But understand you want to share daily to get more votes and we will be tracking all the shares  and votes we see. 

3.  You may enter the contest for someone else using your account, as long as you follow the guidelines.  You can also enter the contest in-person at any Superior Model Form / Jennyvi Dizon Couture table at trade shows, expos or other participating events.  Limit one entry per person by dropping in a business card or name and contact information.  Those entries will be combined with all the Facebook entries into a drawing held on October 2, 2012.

4.)  The Winner will have shared the Superior Model original post and we will tally up the comments of their shared post by midnight October 1st. We will draw the winner’s name on October 2nd and post the YouTube video.  Good luck!


If you have any questions you can message me or email me at jen@jennyvi.com