Our Interview with Ariane of TwoBirds

We used to think that a dress is limited to one look (ok, maybe you can throw a cardigan over it, or pair it with flats instead of heels) until Ariane Goldman turned our world upside down! Ariane, the founder and creator of twobirds, designed a phenomenal dress that comes in two sizes, four different lengths, 20 colors and over 15 ways to wrap! It's the ultimate dress for women of all shapes and sizes. As a bride, you can give your maids a choice in whether they would like to tie their dress in a Grecian twist, one shoulder, or even wear the fabulous frock as a strapless gown. Ariane has graciously given us some of her time so we could hear how she developed such an amazing dress and to learn a little more about this talented woman!

BB: What do you think has been the most important factor in the success of your business?

A: I believe in designing a product that women of all shapes and sizes can relate to. The fact that twobirds dresses can be wrapped to flatter various sizes and shaped women is a key attribute... it seems to make sense for women everywhere.

BB: When designing for women, specifically bridesmaids, what are your inspirations?

A: I always think comfort is the greatest inspiration so draping and flowing silhouettes inspire me.

BB: How did you come up with the amazing idea for the twobirds signature dress?

A: As I was planning my wedding four years ago I was shocked to find that there was nothing out there for my bridesmaids to wear that made them feel beautiful and that they could wear again. I had a vintage Norma Kamali dress that wrapped various ways and it dawned on me that that's what I wanted my bridesmaids to have, similar shape and fabric but different styles as they all had different body types. I bought fabric and started working with a draper and the twobirds dress was born! The reaction at the wedding was so strong I quit my corporate job and started twobirds bridesmaid three months later.

BB: Where do you see the future of the dress evolving?

A: Since the dress is really so versatile I don't want to change the essence of the dress but would love to evolve the fabrics and adornments. We've recently added rosettes to the collection and they are a hit for the maid of honor to stand out a bit, or the entire bridal party so I think I'm going to look to more trimmings. We're also going to launch a chiffon collection too. The dress will be chiffon on the bottom, which flows amazingly and adds such elegance.



BB: Was there a specific event or person in your life that led you to begin designing bridesmaid dresses?

A: My wedding and the desperate search for my own bridesmaids!


BB: What high school trend are you embarrassed to admit you followed?

A: Z Cavaricci pleated pants. I wore them in EVERY color!





BB: If you weren't a designer, what career path would you have chosen?

A: Well since I was on Wall Street for 8 years before I changed paths, I've been able to make that decision once which has been SO rewarding. If I did it again perhaps an interior designer as I love to scour flea markets and to create spaces for every occasion!

BB: What's your favorite dress in your collection?

A: The twobirds ball gown length with the rosette bottom, I feel like a princess in it!

BB: Any hints to what is in store for this Fall?

A: Chiffon and Ombre.

BB: Advice for certain styles for different body shapes?

A: I think strapless is great for busty as is sleeves so you can wear a bra. The one shoulder is wonderful for larger women as the asymmetry draws attention and attracts the eye.


BB: What's in your purse?

A: My wallet, sunglasses, Carmex, travel size “Issey Miyake” perfume, picture book of my 8-month daughter Charlie, Altoids, and keys!


                                                                                   Thank you Ariane!