The Dress Contest is proud to announce our annual 2001 Dress Contest winner, Heidi and Eric, who were married in Puyallup, WA, on April 8th, 2000:

"My Maggie Sottero gown was truly the most beautiful gown I have ever seen. It featured a real corset top and a full ball-gown skirt. I couldn't imagine wearing anything less extravagant for my walk down the aisle. This gown fit everything I didn't even know I was looking for, and after trying on at least 100 gowns nothing else even compared.

This gown was made of matte satin and had gold scroll work embroidery on the bodice and was repeated on the hem of the gown. I liked the scroll work so much it became the inspiration for the theme of my wedding, and was also featured on the cake and wedding stationery. It was absolutely stunning, and I received innumerable compliments on the uniqueness and overall beauty of the gown. I finished off my wedding day ensemble with a finger-tip length veil, red roses, and satin Mary-Janes."