14 DAY TRIAL // Here is a piece of news that will forever change the way you look at and act around a roll of toilet paper: a stunning wedding dress made entirely from toilet paper helped a woman pocket several thousand dollars.
The dress was entered in this year's 10th Annual Cheap Chic Weddings Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest (yes, the event's organizers might want to consider changing its name to a shorter one) and won first place.
Hence, creator and toilet paper enthusiast Susan Brenna from Orchard Lake in Michigan, US, got to walk home carrying a way heavier purpose on her shoulder. About $10,000 (€7,385) heavier, to be more precise.
A woman by the name Katrina Chalifoux from Knoxville, Tennessee, won second place and was handed a check for $5,000 (€3,692). Third place winner Amber Mills from Hurst, Texas, received just $2,500 (€1,846).
According to Business Wire, this year's 10th Annual Cheap Chic Weddings Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest was held in New York City, and bridal couture designer Kate Pankoke was one of the judges.
If the name Kate Pankoke sounds familiar, this is because the designer competed on Project Runway during both the 11th and the 12th season. Therefore, it's safe to assume that she is quite a wedding dress connoisseur.
Talking to the press, bridal couture designer Kate Pankoke admitted that, “As a designer who specializes in bridal, I was particularly impressed with the level of creativity the ten finalists brought to their dresses.”
“It was incredible to see how they used Charmin toilet paper to create soft and sturdy gowns that are as beautiful as those made from fine fabrics, and Susan’s dress was stunning!” the former Project Runway contestant went on to argue.
In case anyone was wondering, the Annual Cheap Chic Weddings Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest is the brainchild of Cheap-Chic-Weddings.com, which specializes in offering budget wedding ideas online. The makers of Charmin toilet paper are among the supporters of this project.
Commenting on the competition's latest edition, Susan Bain, co-founder of Cheap Chic Weddings, said, “We are continually amazed by the talent our contestants display.” “This year’s entries featured extraordinary fashion elements including embroidery, pleating, beads and lace!” added partner Laura Gawne.
For those thinking about entering this competition next year or at a later time, it need be said that the materials one is allowed to use to make their wedding dress are toilet paper, tape, glue and/or needle and thread.