About the Designer

Alisa Tyler is the owner and designer of Only the Best Bridal Couture. Her initial interest in sewing was sparked from her maternal grandmother’s love of sewing. Learning to sew at the age of 8, this talent remained untapped as a child, except for occasionally making puppets and doll clothes.

Upon leaving for college, Alisa took her sewing machine along and began to sew sporadically in her free time. This ignited an interest in sewing that was deeper than ever before. She began to make dresses for herself as well as friends and family, perfecting her skills while developing her passion. Since the early 1980’s sewing has remained one of her best developed talents.

Always interested in fashion, her interests have mostly drawn her to create formal attire – prom, evening and wedding gowns, specializing exclusively in wedding gowns for most of her career. She has refined her skills by studying couture sewing under Susan Khalje and pattern draping under Julien Cristofoli, and spent hours learning from successful businessmen and women in the industry. Sterling Capricio of Los Angeles is the person who inspired her to turn her love for sewing into a career.

Relocating to Arizona in 2004, Alisa decided to study the southwest wedding culture and develop relationships before starting her business here. She began Only the Best Bridal Couture in April 2009, premiering her first collection at the Phoenix Bridal Debut in January 2010 - where she was featured as the only local designer participating in the fashion show. Her dresses were chosen for the Grand Finale of the fashion show during the June 2010 Phoenix Bridal Debut.

Sewing has remained Alisa’s passion for almost 30 years and she is happy to provide her skills and expertise in creating your special gown for your special day.