Couture and One of a Kind
Couture Dressmaker & Tailor
Heirloom-Quality Garments Handcrafted by Mary Grace Godfrey
Custom Bridal, Christening, Communion, and Couture Designs | Made in South Bend, Indiana
At Anagrassia, every garment is meticulously handcrafted by Mary Grace Godfrey in her South Bend atelier, just steps from the University of Notre Dame. From couture wedding gowns and First Holy Communion dresses to embroidered Ukrainian shirts and custom wool coats, each piece is designed to honor tradition, elevate beauty, and last for generations.

Best Flower Girl Dresses
Featured in many top wedding and sewing magazines & blogs around the world. Shop the popular flower girl dress designs today! Every dress is custom and hand made in the Anagrassia Atelier.

About the Designer
Mary Grace Godfrey is a couture tailor and founder of Anagrassia, a high-end atelier based in South Bend, Indiana. Known for her hand-embroidered jackets, heirloom dresses, and bespoke outerwear, Mary Grace merges old-world tailoring techniques with modern design sensibility. Each piece she creates is made by hand, one at a time, using natural luxury fibers and structured couture construction.
Her work reflects a deep commitment to craftsmanship, beauty, and cultural heritage. As an emerging designer with a strong point of view and technical mastery, she represents the future of high fashion—rooted in tradition and refined through innovation.
Follow her journey or inquire about private commissions at anagrassia.com.
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Custom Silk Crepe Wedding Gown for a Notre Dame Bride
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Custom Silk Crepe Wedding Gown for a Notre Dame Bride
Custom Communion Dress and Silk Jacket for a Spring First Communion
Easy Summer Sewing: Rag Doll Fabric Panels for Kids and Beginners
American Craftsmanship at the Capitol: Anagrassia Designs for Inauguration 2025
In January 2025, Mary Grace was honored to design and tailor the jackets and cape worn by Senator JD Vance’s children at the U.S. Presidential Inauguration—an unforgettable moment that reflects the atelier’s commitment to American craftsmanship and timeless design.

