Fine Tailoring, Alterations, and Dressmaking in Southern Illinois since 1971
Here’s this week’s question:
Email your answer to patti.rath@gmail.com by Feb 14th, and your name will be entered again in our Feb. 20th drawing for a $100 PRATH gift certificate.
Posted on 7 February '11 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. No Comments.
Get a chance to win by answering our first question–by email to patti.rath@gmail.com:Posted on 2 February '11 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. 1 Comment.
Please e-mail patti.rath@gmail.com to confirm your place at our
OPEN HOUSE/TRUNK SHOW
Sunday, February 20th
12:30-5:30 pm
Come see our Spring/Summer 2011 collection of easy going knits, jackets, and playful dresses.
BREEZE . . . our stone-coloured Top in a soft all-cotton knit and airy georgette.
Adjust its length when you tie its skinny satin cord at waist or hips.
Worn here with our ONYX TOP in silky knit with mesh sleeves.
BREEZE goes sleeveless in summer, ONYX TOP gets down to business under a cardigan or jacket.
BREEZE . . . sizes 2-24. . . $110-$125
ONYX TOP . . . sizes S, M, L, XL . . . $80-$95
LATTICE . . . our ruche’d-all-over, all -cotton knit, dresses up and dresses down.
Designed to be worn backwards (a more modest neckline) or, as shown here, with lower neckline in front.
LATTICE . . . sizes S, M, L, XL . . . $140-$165
Posted on 24 January '11 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. No Comments.
Time for a few thoughts. And just what is it about a MAN’S WHITE DRESS SHIRT that is always elegant? Why?? It makes us think fresh and bright . . . it should be comfortable and washable, looks great whether pressed or casually rumpled. The neckline, buttoned or not, frames the face . The shaped hemline stays tucked in without adding bulk. When not tucked in, (whew!), that curved shape adds interest to all those otherwise-many-angles. The fabric suits you perfectly, whether crispy or extra-soft. Just a few reasons why The Shirt endures.
Do you prefer some shirts over others in your closet? Why??? If you’re uncertain, ask your tailor or alterations professional to help you to define the answers. Solutions can be simple: for example, moving the button on a cuff or collar band can make it more comfortable. You may discover new favorites in your closet.
The LIZBETH top , featured here, takes a spin on the Man’s White Dress Shirt Favorite. Check out the riffled seams on the bias-cut-for-comfort front, its always interesting buttons, its face-framing neckline, the subtly-striped fabrication. And now, our new oooh-la-la Italiano shirtings, pictured here, in soft, soft, soft pastels-on-white and perfect white-on-whites, are on sale now.
Oh!…… “Bring -out-yer-dead!”(ala Monty Python) when you spring-clean your closet. We can revive them and YOU!… in 2011.
LIZBETH is available for a limited time only. See us soon.
Posted on 2 January '11 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. No Comments.
Our Gift Collection includes:
* 25% discounted PRATH custom-clothing styles–free alterations up to $25.00
* hand-beaded silk scarves, 25% discount
* wool-and-leather totes and purses
* closet accessories such as
—-sweater/coat hangers, padded silk, 2 for $25.00
—-P.Rath Couture closet fragrance, 3 for $25.00
—-shoe bags for travel, custom made, $25.00/pair
Call us @618-203-4574 or email patti.rath@gmail.com to make an appointment. We treasure our time with you, be it for ten minutes or an hour.
We are inspired by our clients every day and by new friends met along the way. Hoping to see YOU in this Advent-to-Christmas season.
New friends from Texas who we met at the Vatican this November
Patti & Galen Rath @ P.RATH COUTURE
Posted on 1 December '10 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. No Comments.
Cardigan for Fall 2010--Michele is wearing our tie-dye'd cardigan in the softest cottton knit, with our (equally green conscious) all-cotton PRATH T-shirt, soft and fitted in oatmeal or athletic grey.
The Winner of our cardigan giveaway at the Fall 2010 Show is Cathy Roe! Congratulations, Cathy! Thanks to all who entered. We’ll post another contest prior to our spring collection 2010. Watch for it!
Posted on 17 October '10 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. No Comments.
Update: Our contest is now officially over, thank you to everyone who participated! We have designed portions of 27 runway looks with your suggestions in mind. Come your see your designs on the runway!
THE Cardigan winner will be announced at the October 3rd show. We are excited! We also have one gift basket winner from among our attendees at each of the shows, be sure to be at one of them.
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Our shows are:
Saturday Oct. 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00
&
Sunday Oct. 3 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00
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Our Fall 2010 Runway Collection is almost complete… we are looking for your help! We will be adding one complete look based on YOUR design opinions.
Every week thru the summer, we’ll post a different design question to help us define our final collection look and we look forward to your input. Each time you respond, we’ll enter your name into a drawing for a free
P. Rath Couture Cardigan of your choice. (Check out the Cardigan in our Ready-to-Wear Collection by clicking here. It’s been a smash hit and you’ll love having one!)
Week 5 Question
What are three or four words that describe shoes or boots to wear with your favorite skirt -and-cardigan look? Think cold weather when you reply….
This question is now closed, thanks to everyone who responded!
Week 4 Question
Would you prefer to wear a pencil skirt or an A-line skirt with your favorite cardigan?
This question is now closed, thanks to everyone who responded!
Week 3 Question
How often do you visit your dry cleaners per year? Does your ideal new Fall-Winter cardigan sweater require dry cleaning or hand-washing?
This question is now closed, thanks to everyone who responded!
Week 2 Question
Will your favorite Fall Sweater have three-quarter length or finger-tip length sleeves?
This question is now closed, thanks to everyone who responded!
Week 1 Question
What’s the perfect colour for your first fall sweater?
This question is now closed, thanks to everyone who responded!
The winner will be announced at our Oct. 3 Runway show. You need not be present to win but you’ll want to be at one of our shows. It’s a fabulous collection and will include one of YOUR design ideas.
Posted on 9 June '10 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. 1 Comment.
Posted on 24 April '10 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. 1 Comment.
A modern and abbreviated Trench Coat
Here, in embroidered fine-wale cotton corduroy w/dyed-to-match shell buttons
3/4 length sleeves, ruffled edged
tone-on-tone floral satin lining
Missoni-knit T-top and cardigan
Photos by Alexandria Elise Brahler, 618-559-0249 (alexandriabrahler@gmail.com)
Posted on 31 March '10 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. No Comments.
Black wool texture’d pique; shapely and fitted as much or as little as you prefer. White satin lining.
The ruffle’d collar with stand-up or lay-down options.
Beautifully curved asymmetrical front closure, black patina’d metal hook ‘n eye closure from collar to mid-thigh.
Under the coat, a pewter solid and black print 2-layer dress in translucent, bias-cut georgette for fit-and-flare silhouette. Polyester georgettes are wonderful; all -season, hand washable, fast drying–GO GIRL!
. . . with fringe-frayed edges at neckline and armhole (also available with sleeves and/or optional darts for more fit at the waistline if preferred). An easy-to-wear dress like this is perfect for the rigors of business travel. All ready-to-wear is typically cut for an A-B bra cup sizes. Our business in couture (custom-made clothing) allows us to cut the garment for a C or D bra cup size; thus a garment that flatters you. Though the garment is soft and swingy (thus easy to wear) the garment must fit in all the right places.
Posted on 2 January '10 by Patti Rath, under P. Rath Couture. 5 Comments.
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