Competition Couture

 

This week saw an exciting return of dancing at the prestigious Wintergardens since 2019 and what an eventful return it was! The team at Chrisanne Clover are so thrilled for our Sponsored Gold dancers who won both the Amateur and Professional Ballroom with the ladies utterly dazzling the floor in their beautiful gowns embellished with Swarovski® Crystals. 

Take a look at the couture that took centre stage at the Blackpool Dance Festival 2021 ...

 

Here we take a look back at some of our favourite Smooth couture dresses made over the years with each one beautifully embellished with Crystals from Swaroski®.

Though no longer available to buy, take inspiration and contact our helpful couture sales team to have your dream Smooth gown brought to life by our talented team of designers and dressmakers.

For more information contact [email protected] to make your ideas a reality.

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

When it comes to Dancesport couture, Natascha’s styles always stand out from the crowd. Each piece is bold, fearless, and utterly breathtaking. Natascha is never afraid to try something new, creating innovative, eye-catching looks that continue to set trends across the industry and completely dazzle on the dancefloor...

 

Each piece is created to enhance the effect on the floor in a refreshingly modern way, tying together vivid colours, flattering silhouettes and of course, the stunning Swarovski® embellishment that defines each of her designs.  Each piece is completely different but no less stunning, whether its bold geometric shapes, head to toe sparkle or all the colours of the rainbow shaded to perfection, each dress is elevated by her confident approach to style.'  

 

Phoebe Ratcliff-Reid, Couture Designer

 

 

‘Chrisanne Clover makes the most outstanding dresses for Natascha and makes her look absolutely stunning.’ Domen Krapez
 
‘I am so proud to be a Chrisanne Clover sponsor as the company is the best in the business and over the years the dresses have been of outstanding quality with the most beautiful designs. It makes me so happy to work together with the most amazing team of designers and dress makers. I love the intricate design detailing of Swarovski® crystals on my dresses, they are really something special and unique, making each couture one of a kind. Pleated fabric on my dresses has become a signature look for me, it is a gorgeous look and creates so much drama.’ Natascha Karabey

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Love this couture collection? Contact our helpful sales team who will be more than happy to make your dream dress a reality [email protected]

 

Watch Domen and Natascha dance here >

 

 

May has always been a month full of utter excitement with the Blackpool Dance Festival taking place with dancers, customers and friends travelling to the UK from all over the world. Oh how we have missed you all and we are so looking forward to seeing you all again very soon! Here we take a look back at some of the couture featured at Blackpool over the last few years …

2019

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In 2019 Natascha wowed audiences with this magnificent Saffron Ballroom dress featuring an absolutely stunning crystallization that really dazzled under the spotlights. Embellished in a rainbow of colours in Crystals from Swarovski® including Ocean DeLite and Laguna DeLite.

 

Shop saffron fabric here > Shop red fabric here >

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Paulina added drama and delight to the dance floor with this magical white fringe Ballroom dress that truly had a life of its own and created such fantastic movement. Embellished beautifully in Crystals from Swarovski® in Crystal, Crystal AB and Pearls. 

 

Shop fringe here >

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A new colour that we launched that year BUTTERCREAM graced the Blackpool Wintergardens with professional dancer Emi Toyama who looked a picture of elegance. Beautifully embellished in Crystals from Swarovski® including Silk Shimmer and Metallic Sunshine.

 

Shop buttercream fabric here >

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Izabela Skierska wowed audiences with this magnificent White Ballroom dress dancing with partner Kyle Taylor. A nude stretch net bodice is beautifully adorned with hero motifs and is embellished with Crystals from Swarovski® including colours Crystal, Lavender DeLite, Fuchsia Shimmer and Burgundy DeLite. 

 

shop lace motifs here >

 

 

2019 saw the second Chrisanne Clover and Espen colloraborative Fashion Show take place at the Imperial Hotel. A collection of Chrisanne Clover Couture, Espen SAlberg for Chrisanne Clover Dancewear and Espen Salberg Designs hosted by the lovely Carmen was a true success and such a great way to open the dance festival at the Imperial Hotel.

 

2018

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In 2018 Monica wowed audiences with this  magnificent Cappuccino and White shaded Ballroom dress. Godets are layered in shaded satin chiffon over white satin chiffon, with white organza underskirts. Embellished beautifully in CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI® in Crystal, with Crystal AB sew on’s.

 

Shop shading here >

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Natascha looked gorgeous in this striking Fluo Red pleated Ballroom dress. Embellished magnificently in CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI® in a very unique style. Adorned with Light Siam and Crystal for the front, with shading in a kaleidoscope of colours in Crystal AB, Crystal, Citrine Shimmer, Citrine, Fire Opal, Hyacinth and Light Siam for the back.

 

Shop pleating here >

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2018 was Angela Zheng’s last Blackpool Dance Festival before retiring and for the Team Match Angela danced beautifully in her polka dot dress featuring a splash of Emerald colour and embellished in CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI® in Jet and Emerald.

 

Shop Polka Dot fabric here > Shop embroidered fabric here >  

 

 

2018 saw the first Catwalk fashion show take place at the Imperial Hotel in collaboration with Espen Salberg. No one could imagine how popular this show would be and was such a huge success.

 

 2017 Shop pleating here > Shop fishnet fabric here >

 

Shop velvet fabric here >

 

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Kristi wore this brilliant Aqua feather trimmed Ballroom dress embellished beautifully in CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI in Crystal AB, Light Sapphire Shimmer, Aqua AB, Aqua, Light Sapphire Shimmer and Silver Shade. Skirts are layered in georgette over satin chiffon hemmed with luxury feather boa, finished with satin chiffon and organza underskirts.

 

Shop aqua fabric here >

 

2016

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In 2016 Monica wore this striking Silver and Cappuccino Ballroom dress beautifully embellished with Swarovski® crystals in crystal and crystal ab in intricate designs.

 

Shop silver fabric here >

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Natascha graced the Wintergardens dance floor in this dazzling white and cappuccino Ballroom dress beautifully adorned in Swarovski® crystals and jewel stones.

 

Shop crystals here >

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Paulina looked magnificent in this beautiful Black and cool aqua Ballroom dress with feather fringe beautifully adorning the neckline and shoulders.

 

Shop cool aqua fabric here >

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Joanne looked gorgeous in this pretty black and sugar pink Ballroom dress featuring ruffled satin across the bustline, finished with a petite bow, adorned with Swarovski® crystals.

 

Shop sugar pink fabric here >

 

 

 

Inspired by these couture dresses? Contact our couture team who will be more than happy to make your dream dress a reality [email protected] 

 

Shop our collection of Sponsored Gold Couture dresses here >

 

Monica’s style has become synonymous with elegance. In each design there seems to be an effortlessness, an ease with the sole purpose to enhance the dance and her own regal energy.

The simplicity of colour or a form are often celebrated with rich stoning and beading to create a luxurious classic look. Despite the overall timeless feel, each piece still features a modern and exciting edge, with daring cutouts, dramatic plunging necklines or a full sheer effect cappuccino bodice covered in bold embellishments.  It’s through this clear creative vision and constant development of past styles fused with high fashion features that something unique and instantly recognisable is created.

Monica’s style is constantly evolving but in each piece it is clear to see an elegance that is at the same time powerful and confident.

 Phoebe Ratcliff-Reid, Couture Designer

 

'I have been sponsored by Chrisanne Clover for over 10 years and in that time I have tried and tested many different styles! There are definitely certain characteristics that have flowed through each couture over the years making my collection of garments unique to me.

 

I love details and sometimes very simple dresses that give a touch of class. Generally the cut of the dress is the same to emphasize the curves of the body. I don’t like too much material in a dress and the colour is usually tan with a splash of colour that is exquisitely embellished with Swarovski® crystals in intricate designs.

The look I strive to achieve within my garments is to look elegant, classy and feminine with a touch of sexiness that every woman desires to achieve.'   Monica Nigro  

 

Take a trip down memory lane with some of Monica's throwback couture highlights ...

 

 

  

 

 

To have a dress made inspired by Monica's collection please contact our couture team who will be more than happy to help make your dream dress a reality
[email protected]

 

Be Inspired with our Hybrid Hues couture that combines 2 shades from our colour range creating unique and interesting tones. So whether you cannot decide between 2 of your favourite colours, or you want to create a shade that is slightly in different tone; there are endless possibilities to creating the colour you want, your way ...

 

Hybrid hues was an extremely fun collection as it was a fantastic opportunity to experiment with our fabrics and see how we could combine and overlay colours to create new and exciting hues. We used  a variety of techniques, such as strong contrasts like Plum over Tropic Lime to create high impact or more tonal blends, such as bluebell over sugar pink to produce a soft and dreamy lilac. Whether it’s buttery Papaya or dramatic Viper, we hope these new colours inspire you, the options are endless! 

 Phoebe Ratcliff-Reid, Couture Designer

 

 Most of these dresses are no longer available, but please contact our couture team for a dress inspired by this collection
[email protected]

 

   

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Be inspired with this couture  that combines colours saffron over orange creating a stunning shade of mango.

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This Ballroom dress combines colours lilac dream and sugar pink to create multi tonal effects from the bodice to skirt.

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This couture experiments with creating different tonal shades by using Bluebell over Sugar Pink.

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This couture beautifully combines Jade over Electric Pink creating luscious hues and shading.

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A colour like no other this  couture combines colours Plum over Tropic Lime creating a gorgeous hue.

 

Watch for more colour combination ideas ...

For sample requests to experiment with your own colour palette please contact [email protected]

 

 January is well known for kick starting the year with the UK Open dancing championships that takes place at the Bournemouth International Centre. Here we take a look back at some of our couture highlights  over the last 4 years with each dress beautifully embellished with Swarovski® Crystals ...

 

'For me, I feel like this is the time where people open up and experiment with their designs, having fun and exploring what works for them and how best to show their personality on the dance floor, testing the waters for Blackpool. Our dresses from the UK open embody this feeling, they are full of innovation, exciting silhouettes, stunning embellishments and new and beautiful fabrics.'

 

PHOEBE'S THROWBACK FAVOURITE
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'One of my absolute favourites was 046PP, a dress Izabela wore for the UK Open in 2020. It was fun, exciting, new, soft and feminine all at once. She took a risk and the result was a showstopper.'


Phoebe Ratcliff-Reid, Couture Designer

 

  

  

Here we take a little trip down memory lane at some of best couture dresses worn at the UK Open over the last few years. No longer available for sale but if you feel inspired by any of these dresses and want a made to measure dress designed just for you, please contact our couture team who will be more than happy to help [email protected]

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Natascha wore this dazzling Saffron Ballroom dress featuring a rainbow of crystallization shading down the centre front bodice and exploding in colour on the centre back. Pleated georgette adorns the skirt, mirrored perfectly with pleated floats attached to embellished wristbands.

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Monica looked gorgeous in this Cappuccino and Silver Ballroom dress adorned with feathers and  embellished with Swarovski® Crystals. 

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Izabela wore this majestic Sugar Pink Ballroom featuring our Dream Sunset Print that is ruched beautifully over the bodice, flowing down into a feature godet with floats floating from each arm. 

 

Natascha wore this magnificent Black and White Ballroom dress embellished beautifully in Crystals from Swarovski® in Crystal AB and Crystal. Skirts layered with shaded pleated georgette godets, over white organza underskirts. Shaded georgette floats float from each arm finishing the look perfectly.

 

Monica wore this exquisite Black and Metallic Silver Ballroom dress embellished in Crystals from Swarovski® in Crystal, Crystal AB and Jet. Skirts layered with satin chiffon over silver organza hemmed with crinoline creating fantastic volume and movement.

 

Anna wore this dazzling Purple Rain stretch net Latin dress embellished in Crystals from Swarovski® in colours Burgundy DeLite, Heliotrope and Amethyst Shimmer. A shaped stretch net skirt features 2 splits at the front and centre back, and adorned with fringe for added movement. Finished perfectly with a lycra belt completing the look.

 

  

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 For the final Izabela wore this magnificent show stopping black velvet feather dress. Embellished beautifully in a rainbow of colours using CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI® in Crystal Shimmer, Silk Shimmer, Topaz Shimmer, Light Colorado Topaz Shimmer, Tangerine Shimmer, Hyacinth Shimmer, Fuchsia Shimmer, Light Siam Shimmer and Siam Shimmer. A stunning bow features centre back completing the look perfectly.

 

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This exquisite shaded feather Ballroom dress is made with abstract fishnet and embellished in CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI® in Crystal AB and Crystal.

 

 

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 Anna wore this striking Black Ballroom dress adorned in Angelic and Quinn Motifs. Embellished beautifully in CRYSTALS FROM SWAROVSKI® in Crystal AB, Citrine, Citrine Shimmer, Light Colorado Topaz and Crystal.

 

 

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Evgeniya wore this gorgeous Cappuccino and Red Ballroom dress featuring our Passion Embroidered Motif with an incredible 25 motifs placed beautifully around the dress. Stunning embellishment detail using Crystals from Swarovski® including colours colours Hyacinth Shimmer, Fuchsia Shimmer and Silk Shimmer.

 

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Olga wore this gorgeous Tropic Lime feather Ballroom dress featuring bugle bead dropper detailing in silver and embellished beautifully using Crystals from Swarovski® in colours Crystal AB, Citrine and Peridot AB.

 

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Joanne wore this adorable black and white velvet dress featuring white laces amour motif, sunflower motif and harper ribbon. Embellished beautifully in Crystals from Swarovski® with Crystal and Crystal AB.