ONTAVIA ROULETTE

Baltimore, Maryland Area

Ontavia Roulette is the designer of the namesake American Couture house.

 

"We Pride ourselves in traditional Parisian Garment construction and skills. Skills include but are not limited to tambour embroidery, Hand stitching, pattern making, and +75 man hours per Garment."

Currently building the Atelier to meet Parisian Haute Couture standards.


Ontavia Roulette has recently relocated to the DMV area by way of California. 

"We have a many of programs developing within the house.We are currently giving the local university students majoring in fashion the opportunity to have hands on experience."


Our New York fashion week 2017 installation proceeds will go to the Roulette Fashion Scholarship.

We also develop minority models, giving them the opportunity to learn European Runway and aesthetic

 

CUSTOM CLIENTS



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Consultation

Before the Process Begins: To develop a better grasp of your vision, We sit down together and create a visual or “inspiration.” to find the perfect representation. That will ultimately be the end garment. I will then note of design elements that you’re drawn to (e.g. silhouette, construction details, fabric manipulation, etc.). If you want more customization and/or an original Ontavia Roulette design, The inspiration you provide will serve as a reference for me to conceptualize. I will sketch ideas for you based on the visuals/preferences. After the review and feedback on your favorites, a final sketch will be fleshed out and approved at your consultation!


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The Process

In order to complete your design, you and Ontavia Roulette generally meet a minimum of 4 times. A consultation is required, 2 fittings*, and garment delivery.

The Consultation is the first meeting and has several important elements: design finalization, fabric suggestions, measurements, design contract, scheduling fitting and due dates, etc. The client may also request to see work samples at this time.

Fitting 1 is done in using a design sample. This sample is often sewn in an alternative fabric, which allows me to pin and mark the garment freely.

Fitting 2 takes place with the garment in final fabric. Generally, the garment is 60­‐75% complete at this time. This fitting is to perfect tailoring.

Garment Delivery is for final try­‐on and pick-­up.

*Additional fittings may be requested.


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Fabric

Designer provides fabric (from design deposit). For your convenience, I offer the option to have fabric sourced and purchased as a package with design and garment construction. The client is still kept abreast of fabric selection and fabric swatches (samples) can be provided upon request before final fabric order is placed.

 

Prices & Payment

Ontavia Roulette Custom pieces starts at $1,100 and the average price for a formal/wedding look is between $2,100 - $4,000.

If your budget is somewhat lower than the starting price of our dresses, please fill out the form below so we may better assist you.

Also, subscribe to our mailing list, follow us on Instagram, and check our shop for special creations released only via mailing list.

Lastly, In order to make an appointment, fill in the form below.


Custom Clients

You are set up with an online account for invoicing. It allows you to track your payments and balance. For in-‐person payment, a card swipe that connects to client accounts is available along with cash options. I accept major Credit Cards & CashApp. No personal checks are accepted.

The full design fee is split between deposit and balance. The deposit* must be paid in order for work to **commence. The account allows for you to may make payments towards your balance at the beginning and end of your service. The balance must be paid on or before garment delivery.

*Deposits are non-­refundable once work has commenced.

Schedule A Consultation Below


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BECOME A CLIENT


We will contact you within 48 hours

*All Custom orders require a non-refundable deposit.

**Work commences 3 business days after Deposit

We do not make copies of Garments. We reserve the right to decline service to any customer or project. Once the fabric is purchased and/or cut there are no refunds.

Other Helpful Information

• Generally, garments require a minimum 6-week work-­time (intricate designs, and/or formal wear may require longer). Inquiries under this minimum are subject to qualify as rush fee orders.

  • Rush Orders may be fulfilled at a higher price point.

• Work‐time may shift based on demand/season. Please ask about current work­‐times!

• Custom design orders are placed under contract to ensure the understanding and agreement between client and designer throughout service.


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