Rani Totman, designer of St. Pucchi, incorporates sparkling jewels, delicate laces, classic bustles and feminine silhouettes to complete a fantasy look for every bride.
Rani Totman, designer of St. Pucchi, incorporates sparkling jewels, delicate laces, classic bustles and feminine silhouettes to complete a fantasy look for every bride.
Born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand to Indian parents, designer Rani Totman’s multicultural background contributes to her visionary design.
Growing up Ms. Totman first attended a boarding school in India and, following her natural creative inclinations, went on to pursue a degree at the University of New Delhi, majoring in English Literature.
Later, drawing on her experience from her family’s business, the largest lace manufacturing company in Thailand, Ms. Totman started her first custom tailoring business in Bangkok at the age of 20.
Recognition Ms. Totman was first spotted for her design talent in the United States in 1990 as a finalist in the category of Best Bridal Designer in Dallas. Later, nominated for three consecutive years as a Style Innovator at the prestigious Chicago Apparel Center’s Bridal Debi Awards, Ms. Totman went on to achieve the success of Best Bridal Designer in 1995.
Beautiful Collections Luxurious silks, rich embellishments, intricate hand embroideries, and so much more grace her three collections; St. Pucchi Couture, Avine Perucci and Sposa by St. Pucchi . In conjuring an Old World elegance that transcends fashion, the award winning designer travels the world seeking the most exquisite laces, crystals and silks for her expertly hand-crafted and signature gowns.
“The collection aim is to raise bridal fashion to a level of artistry … the effect evokes an undeniable sense of romance,” says Ms. Totman. “My dresses are for the confident woman who knows exactly what she wants and doesn’t allow trends to dictate what she wears.”
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