Discover the 2027 wedding dress trends, from lace and floral details to transformable gowns, vintage inspiration and made-to-measure designs. Explore Souad’s bridal advice and inspirations at Maraval Couture

Why line a garment? How do you choose a fabric for your body shape or understand its drape? In Chapter 4 of L’Atelier des Matières, I share my dressmaking advice on lining, drape, body shape, pre-washing and creasing to help you understand and work with fabrics.

Which fabric should you choose for a dress, suit or bespoke creation? In this third chapter of L’Atelier des Matières, I share my dressmaking experience to help you choose a fabric according to the design, body shape, drape and desired result. From linen and wool to cotton voile and brocade, discover why every project deserves the right fabric.

Cotton or viscose, linen or cotton, silk or satin, organza or chiffon… In this second chapter of L’Atelier des Matières, I compare different materials, their drape, behaviour, and uses in sewing to help you choose the fabric best suited to your creation.

Discover the difference between fibres, yarns, materials and fabrics. Learn how fibres become textiles and how their composition and construction influence drape, texture, elasticity and behaviour in sewing.

Learn how to read a textile label and understand fabric composition, fibre blends and care symbols. Discover why 100% cotton is not always the best choice and how to choose and care for your garments more effectively.

Discover a romantic Bridgerton-inspired dress handmade by Maraval Couture in France. Explore the €7 sewing pattern, embroidered fabrics, elegant trims and video tutorial to create your own gown.

Discover how to sew an elegant embroidered sheer fabric dress with Maraval Couture. Download the PDF sewing patterns for the bodice and skirt, and follow our instructions to create your own handmade dress.