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One can't help but notice the display windows on the corner shop of Fourth Avenue's Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Luly Yang Couture just stands out. This timeless, elegant and classy bridal- and evening-wear boutique is a delightful example of what fairy tales are made of. Rows and rows of enchanting shoes and frills greet you as you walk through the door, almost distracting you from Yang's exquisite accessories and sumptuous gowns.

Luly Yang Couture is celebrated for its beautiful bridal and evening gowns, fanciful wraps and contemporary garments made of luxurious Asian and European silks and laces. Each gown is made with tender loving care and sparkles with sophistication and romance, and each allows women to express their individuality.

Luly Yang Couture wedding gowns start at $2,000 and up. Brides can choose from the ready-to-wear gowns off the rack or have one custom made (with at least six months' advance notice). Sample sales are also held periodically.

Using only the finest textiles — including satins, silks and laces embellished with dazzling beads, embroidery and other trimmings — Luly Yang Couture specializes in more than your traditional white dresses. Now more than ever, women are looking for unique gowns in full color, gowns accentuated with a colorful sash and other designs outside of the norm. "We specialize in individuality because our brides are all very unique," says Yang. "We want to make sure that it suits her accordingly."

Even with a growing clientele around the country, Yang is happy to make Seattle her headquarters and loves designing for local women. "Seattle women are down to earth, but elegant and sophisticated in a quiet way. The gowns I design for our local clients reflect their sophistication," she says.

By Joann Natalia Aquino
Special to NWsource