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Beth Elis

Beth Elis
Bridal Designs with the Essences of Flair

Nere Emiko, the creative force behind Beth Elis designs, brings a myriad of fascinating pieces to her design table. Born and raised in Nigeria, Africa, Nere was surrounded by the lavish, richly-colored fabrics of her culture and as a child, she soaked in the visual splendor.  Her father had always loved fashion and she grew up in a family where creativity abounded. Nere traveled extensively, and just as many artists become inspired by their experiences, Nere’s creative spirit was given sustenance by the ancient world of Palestine – and in particular - Ancient Bethel. The name of her company, Beth Elis, is a derivative of Ancient Bethel.

Nere graduated from college with her considerable spatial skills and began working as a Computer Engineer.  But the call of fashion beckoned and in 2008, she took a leave of absence from work and started designing a line of clothing.
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Los Angeles at the Ebell Club 4.22.09

Within her first year of business, her star had already begun to twinkle: she was invited to show her creations at Bridal Fashion week in New York. That’s an almost unheard-of achievement. The reception she received was most encouraging.  From there on, Nere didn’t look back. 

Here’s what brides can look forward to in Nere’s designs: Her dresses are distinctly different - not at all stereotypical – and that is probably a welcome relief to many brides.  Nere loves to play with necklines and her gowns are known for their emphasis on backs and arms. Her sleeves are always eye-catching and she infuses color into her designs. She says, “I have a knack for being able to read the essence of a bride’s character and I’ll ask her the important question of whether or not wearing white is essential to her. If it’s not, I love infusing the gown with some blue or silver – perhaps some rum pink or we can go the antique white route or a sand-colored direction.”

Nere’s world is exotic and enormously interesting and she attracts women who are citizens of the world.  Recently, she met a Swedish bride-to-be who had moved from Germany to Japan but who had decided to marry in Tanzania, Africa.  While the bride was ‘modern’ and sought simplicity, she also wanted to please her grandma who was somewhat conservative and traditional.  Nere instinctively knew how to meld all those components together and created a unique, distinctly beautiful gown that captured all those important elements.

The international Nere lives in Texas, but she can travel anywhere. The example of this chance five-minute meeting with a Swedish bride in a hotel lobby where she was able to conceptualize exactly what the bride wanted, gives one an idea of Nere’s talents – which don’t require much fuss. Her keen imagination and her ability to conceptualize the end product from a diversity of components is why she was invited to New York’s fashion week within her first year in business.

Beth Elis designs are sophisticated – if that’s what a bride desires – but most importantly – Nere Emiko will create a Beth Elis gown that celebrates the rich individuality of a woman on one of the most important days of her life.

by Diana Lyle


Beth Elis
11600 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin TX 78758
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Tips
  • #11 QUICK FIX
    Traveling with an emergency kit is like the American Express campaign, “Don’t leave home without it.” It should have everything from panty hose and nail glue to smelling salts and Tums, but the most commonly used item is SAFETY PINS!  Although you should have a needle and thread, I have resorted to using safety pins for fixing hems on tuxedos, bustling the brides gown, pinning broken bra straps and creating a veil or headpiece out of tulle when the bride’s was left at home.  Safety pins are great for a “quick fix.”
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  • #16 COMFORTABLE RECEPTIONS
    Reception spaces are taking on a comfort theme nowadays. Rather than using cocktail tables alone, couples are creating a lounge effect in their reception areas by adding cozy furniture groupings of sofas and coffee tables, along with tenting and draping, lamps and lanterns, lit up trees and dozens of candles. You may want to hire a jazz quartet or flamenco trio to create a sultry ambiance.  Some couples are even hiring cigar rollers!  You can also use this set-up outdoors for a living room beneath the stars!
    Jill La Fleur, The Wedding Planner

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  • #31 FLORAL DECOR
    No wedding is complete without flowers. Try updating the traditional centerpiece by using masses of your favorite flowers in a variety of complementary tones for added texture and interest. For instance, if your bloom-of-choice is the gerbera daisy, try one centerpiece with dozens of red gerberas, another with orange, and another with fuchsia-colored bunches. Let your imagination run wild!
    Ariel Yve, Ariel Yve Design

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