When I sit down with a bride, I interview them. I don’t sell wedding dresses, I design brides," Diane D'Angelo says.

Vietnamese designer Nguyen Minh Tuan made a mark at Miss Universe 2024 by supplying stunning evening gowns for 14 contestants.

Many designer evening gowns cost $1,000 or more, placing them far outside the financial reach of many customers. This creates more than ample opportunity for the determined entrepreneur to start ...