In the mountains of Vermont, working in her solar-powered studio surrounded by a lifelong collection of colorful vintage fabrics, lace, beads, buttons and trim, designer Tara Lynn works by hand and on vintage sewing machines to create one-of-a-kind wedding gowns from natural, organic and re-purposed fibers—gowns that are shipped throughout the U.S. and around the world.
Tara Lynn’s gowns are inspired by her love of nature and her research in flora and fauna; but every gown is unique and has its own story.
Tara Lynn’s creativity surfaced early, in the clothes she designed as a child. While still in high school, she enrolled in fashion classes and worked for a number of New York City designers.
After high school, Tara Lynn earned a BA at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, where she became increasingly concerned about the “dark side” of fashion—sweat shops, toxic chemicals and harmful, heavy metals in dyes.
This experience inspired Tara Lynn to launch her own clothing company, creating original wedding gowns from natural fibers including organic cotton, linen, hemp blends and organic silks.
From “Ms. Eco-friendly” to Miss America…to Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Known as an Eco-fashion Designer, Tara Lynn’s work has appeared at a number of shows around the country from New York to San Francisco, Canada and Europe.
Tara Lynn designed the evening gown worn by Ashley Wheeler, Miss Vermont, during the Miss America pageant. She was featured in People magazine for the hemp wedding gown she made for American Idol singer/songwriter Crystal Bowersox. In 2009, Tara Lynn was honored as the Vermont SBA Young Entrepreneur of the Year.
Tara Lynn behind the scenes at her 2011 bridal collection photo shoot.
Looking for something a little different? Explore our green, custom bridal collections inspired by nature, created by wedding dress designer Tara Lynn, and hand-made-to-fit from eco-friendly fabrics.
Hi Tara Lynn,
Oh my gosh!! It's a beautiful piece of art. Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into it.
I really think it turned out wonderfully. I loved the entire experience,
Thanks!
-Heather, NY Wed in VA
802-745-8042
5% of profits from Tara Lynn Bridal are donated to Umbrella and the Vermont Network for servicing victims of domestic and sexual violence.
