# Women’s Bespoke

- Link: https://shopquirkla.com/womens-bespoke/
- Published: 2026-09-28T02:54:39-07:00
- Author: Melynda Choothesa

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Quirk · Women’s bespoke · Los Angeles & remote

# Women’s bespoke.⏎ Your own point of view.

A suit, a dress, a set. Start with how you want to feel.

Explore a personal commission with Melynda Choothesa, Founder and Creative Director
of Quirk and Couture Zen. Bring your occasion, your references and the details you
wish you could find.

 [  Discuss your ideas ↗  ](https://shopquirkla.com/contact-us/)

Made around you

Your silhouette.
Your proportions.Your personality.

A conversation about fit, fabric and the way you want to wear it.

## Start with your point of view.

### Suiting & separates

Explore a jacket, trousers or coordinated set with the shape and styling that feel
right for you. We can discuss structure, ease, length and how the pieces work together.

### Occasion dressing

A wedding, a celebration or a moment that calls for something personal. Bring the
setting and the mood; we can explore a design direction together.

### Vintage inspiration & fit

Love a period silhouette but can’t find it in your size? Ask about a newly made 
interpretation, including commissions for plus-size women. The original proportions
are a reference; your proportions guide the fit.

From the custom archive

## A botanical⏎ wedding story.

A pale pink dress with lily-of-the-valley motifs, designed alongside the husband’s
floral-detailed suit. Both outfits were custom commissions by Melynda.

 [  See the coordinating wedding looks →  ](https://shopquirkla.com/bespoke-weddings/)

![The full coordinating wedding dress on the form.](https://shopquirkla.com/wp-content/
uploads/2026/10/bridal-dress-form.jpeg)

 The full coordinating wedding dress on the form.

![Back fitting view — the draped lace and full skirt.](https://shopquirkla.com/wp-
content/uploads/2026/10/bridal-back-fitting-original.jpeg)

 Back fitting view — the draped lace and full skirt.

![Detail inset — lily-of-the-valley motifs and bodice construction.](https://shopquirkla.
com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/bridal-bodice-detail.jpeg)

 Detail inset — lily-of-the-valley motifs and bodice construction.

![Melynda Choothesa, Founder and Creative Director of Quirk and Couture Zen](https://
shopquirkla.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/melynda-founder-1.jpg)

 Melynda Choothesa
Founder & Creative Director

Meet your designer

## Hi, I’m Melynda.

I’m Melynda Choothesa, Founder and Creative Director of Quirk and Couture Zen. Based
in Los Angeles, I’m also a fashion designer, costume designer and stylist. My work
moves between music-video costumes, personal styling and bespoke pieces for individual
clients.

My costume work includes Bad Bunny’s “Volví” in Puerto Rico. I also designed and
constructed a Satine-inspired costume for model Kelsey Merritt, reworking a vintage
showgirl corset with hand-draped details. For Kaiser Permanente’s Rose Parade float,
my work brought costume design and styling to a very different setting.

Across those projects and private commissions, I think about the person, the setting
and what the clothes need to do. For your bespoke piece, that starts with your ideas,
how you move and how you want to feel—from the silhouette to the fabric and finishing
details.

 [  More about Melynda & Couture Zen ↗  ](https://couturezen.com/about/)

Wherever you are

## Let’s work your way.

### Connect over Zoom

Start the conversation remotely. The Orlando wedding commission was completed entirely
over Zoom, without an in-person meeting.

### Meet in person

Prefer an in-person conversation? Ask about appointments or having us fly to meet
you. Travel is available by arrangement.

## A few things to know

Can we start with a reference image?

Yes. Bring images and tell us which details speak to you. We’ll discuss the silhouette,
materials and what can be translated into your commission.

How are price and timing decided?

They depend on the design, materials, fitting needs and schedule. Share your date
and approximate budget when you inquire so we can discuss what is feasible.

Let’s make it personal

## What would you love to wear?

Tell us about the piece, your occasion or everyday use, your location, date and 
approximate budget.

 [  Start a conversation ↗  ](https://shopquirkla.com/contact-us/)