Glamorous Holiday Wear at POP-UP Shop
Kopecky’s designs highlight a woman’s natural beauty and curves. Her aesthetic shows in the ruby red, emerald green and rich gold fabrics of her Holiday Collection. read more >
Greatest Hits
"What’s Trending Now"
Tess was featured in the hot new trends and designers Vogue internal fashion department.
Dress for Success
Theresa Kopecky of Tess Designs help organize the second dress sale for 499 Dresses, a project to support “The Winding Road to Recovery”. read more >
Stick to Your Feminine Ways For Fall
Lady chic looks have inspired Theresa Kopecky…with her Tess Designs collection of dress, tops and skirts named after Hollywood stars and their famous characters. read more >
Austin Fashion Week: Tess Designs
...simple lines in silks and cottons... hear more >
Introducing Tess
I had the pleasure of being introduced to Theresa Kopecky, the incredibly sweet and talented designer behind Tess, a locally made, vintage inspired dress company here in Austin, Texas.... read more >
Exclusive with Tess Dress
Theresa is the designer of Tess and truly exempli es the Tess woman--gracious, thoughtful, creative, and articulate along with the smarts and courage to face anything. Her dresses are inspired by the 50s and 60s and the ladylike women of that era. read more >
Fashionably Yours: Chic Look Inspired by American Classics
Beautiful pleating detail on the shoulder that cascades down the body... hear more >
Outfit: Tess Dress (skirt)
...I think this is a attering silhouette, hips & all... read more >
Visited: Tess
As I touched and played with the dresses, I really got a feel for their heirloom quality and the unique details – like 100% rayon linings and matching belts – that make them special. read more >
Press Roll
Theresa’s Favorites for Holiday
They’re not only perfect for work or play, but think of having one of these for an upcoming holiday party?? Gorgeous!! read more >
499 Dress Charity Sale
This woman is seriously talented! read more >
Saturday Shopping
Austin Fashion Week 2011
...had the pleasure of meeting Theresa from Tess Dress in the audience along with many others and found her delightful read more >
12 Delightful Things
Adored Austin just discovered Tess, a clothing lines whose production is completely based in Austin, Texas. The Sabrina dress in red is her favorite! read more >
Fascinator Friday
Tess Dress Doo Wop Fashion Bash
Theresa from Tess Dress makes these really feminine and pretty 60s inspired dresses for the modern woman. Fabulous and chic! read more >
Austin Fashion Week Parties
Recap: Austin Fashion Week’s Style, Speed And Glory Fashion Show
Local dressmaker Theresa Kopecky of Tess Designs showed a stunning gold dress, the “Edie.” Her styles are frequently in uenced by lms especially those from the ’50s like Pillow Talk and Sabrina. read more >
Austin Fashion Week Has Begun!
I’ve been swooning over her dresses since she first debuted her site. Her designs are so feminine and truly celebrate women. read more >
Recap: Austin Fashion Week Kick Off
A Tess Designs Evening
...take a peak at the Tess Designs studio. The building and studio were very Mad Men-esque. read more >
Come and Join the Party!!
I do know one event I will definitely be attending. The lovely Tess Designs has invited me to wear a Tess Dress to the Doo-Wop Fashion Bash. read more >
Event Spotlight: Doo-Wop Fashion Bash at Touch of Sass
One in particular stole my heart: this little number inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s Givenchy dress worn in the classic ’50s romantic comedy Sabrina. So simple, yet so incredibly refined! read more >
Tess Designs at Austin Fashion Week
Tess Designs takes to the catwalk! Showcasing gorgeous dresses and separates, including exclusive sneak peeks at their upcoming collection, the beautiful Tess models are going to knock the sight right out of your eyes!! read more >