Amy Kuschel graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan in 1989. She started her career as a professional designer working for a New York City sportswear and dress company as Design Director. After 6 years of designing in New York, she moved to San Francisco in 1994 and became the Designer for a high-end special occasion dress manufacturer. In 1996 Amy became engaged and personally experienced the arduous task of trying to find the perfect wedding gown. She had rather simplistic needs ~ she wanted to look elegant and modern without spending a fortune. What she inevitably discovered was that she could opt to spend a reasonable amount for something mediocre, or spend an outrageous amount for something fabulous. Neither alternative won her favor. As an experienced fashion designer, Amy chose to create her own wedding gown. This was the inspiration for the Amy Kuschel Bride collection.

For Amy, Silhouette and Fit are of the utmost importance; she strives for a great cut - creating lines that flatter the female form. The collection is crafted with a combination of the finest fabrics and trims available ~ using luxuriously beaded French laces, custom embroideries, smooth satins & crisp taffetas. The final touches are in the details and trimmings; they must create a delicate balance between elegance & simplicity. In the end, each gown expresses Amy's conception of elegance and sophistication. "My designs come from an evolution of ideas that can be executed in many ways. I love the creative process, the excitement and challenge of trying to find the perfect harmony between silhouette and fabrication."

Kuschel & Company was formed in April of 1999 as a partnership between William Brugger and Amy Kuschel, a husband and wife team. They are committed to excellence in all aspects of their company and its products. Through continuous self-improvement in ideas, in quality, and in customer satisfaction they provide superior design and quality products to their customers. William has an extensive background in television and media. He serves as operations manager for Kuschel & Company. Amy is responsible for all aspects of design and marketing. The Amy Kuschel Bride collection is designed and manufactured at their design studio located in the Union Square area of San Francisco, California. All of their products are produced in the San Francisco Bay Area and are sold exclusively in their design studio and to full service bridal retailers.