This November, Flying Dress Aruba turns three! 🎉
What started as one "crazy idea" has blossomed into a dream business that has empowered, uplifted, and captured unforgettable memories for over 1,000 incredible women.
We want you to join the celebration! In honor of our birthday month and celebrating entering our 4th year of business, we’re taking you back to where it all began, sharing some of the biggest lessons we’ve learned along the way, and offering you a special gift to say thank you for being part of our journey.
From a Dream Over Cocktails to Reality
It all started in 2020 with two questions over cocktails: “Why is no one doing flying dresses in Aruba?” I (Stacy) said, to which my friend replied, "Why are YOU not doing it?!".
This got me thinking. It set something off in my mind and I began to dig deeper in to the world of "flying dresses". After months of research I presented this business concept to my dear friend Edrick, who just so happened to be an extremely talented photographer, and thankfully he said, "YES" and he was in!
The idea took root, and despite the challenges of launching during a pandemic, we both poured our hearts and souls into making it happen.
We practiced tirelessly, refined our techniques (it didn't always go according to plan - see video below), built the website from scratch, searched for picture perfect locations all across the island, figured out how to make the dress "fly", and turned every challenge into an opportunity to grow.
When we officially launched in November 2021, we never imagined the response would be so overwhelming. Within months, Flying Dress Aruba became a sensation, and we were fully booked with women from around the world eager to experience their own "flying dress" moment. We even had clients telling us that they had flown to Aruba especially to do their flying dress photoshoot with us! What an honor!
3 Years Later: What We’ve Learned
Running Flying Dress Aruba has taught us so much. Here are a few lessons we hold close to our hearts:
It's More Than Just a Photoshoot: Every client steps into a dress, but they leave with so much more—confidence, empowerment, and unforgettable memories.
Women Are Warriors: We’ve been privileged to hear inspiring, emotional stories from clients who amaze us with their resilience and strength.
Everyone Has Their Insecurities: Women are often their own harshest critics, but we see beauty in every client. While we enhance photos to a natural, magazine-quality finish, we celebrate each woman as she is.
It Takes a Team: Building Flying Dress Aruba has been a labor of love, but we’ve learned the importance of having a support system. Growing our team has allowed us to meet the increasing demand while continuing to provide a 5-star experience.
Friendship and Business Can Thrive Together: Running a business is not without its trials and tribulations, but one of our greatest achievements has been the strength of our friendship. Edrick and I have proven that with aligned mindsets, shared goals, and open communication, a partnership can thrive even under the pressure of success and external sources. We've learned how important it is to check in with each other, celebrate wins, and tackle challenges together as a team. This bond is a key part of what makes Flying Dress Aruba so special.
Being First Inspires Copycats: Since we launched, others in Aruba have started offering flying dress photoshoots too. While imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, it’s also motivated us to stay ahead and continue raising the bar. Our 200+ five-star reviews and glowing client testimonials prove that we’re doing something right. We take immense pride in delivering not just stunning photos, but a world-class experience that sets us apart.
Love What You Do: The long hours, early mornings, and countless shoots are worth every second. Seeing our clients shine makes it all so rewarding.
Taking Flying Dress Aruba on Tour
Over the past three years, our journey has expanded far beyond Aruba's shores. We’ve been incredibly fortunate to take our flying dresses on tour, offering photoshoots in stunning destinations like Bonaire, Curacao, the Bahamas, and Miami. Each location brought its own unique beauty, and seeing our clients shine in these breathtaking backdrops has been a dream come true.
But we’re not stopping there—2025 will be even bigger! We’re already planning to bring the magic of Flying Dress Aruba to even more incredible destinations, so stay tuned to find out where we’ll be headed next. Who knows? We might just be coming to a dream location near you!
Celebrate With Us!
We’re marking our anniversary with something special for YOU!
Black Friday Sale: Planning your flying dress moment in 2025? Now is the perfect time to book! 📆 Don’t miss out—check out our Black Friday Sale page for all the details on how you can get up to 30% OFF!
Take 25% OFF All Canvas Wall Art: Gift-giving season is right around the corner so why not treat yourself to a keepsake from your flying dress photoshoot in Aruba and turn one of your digital images in to a canvas! Visit our online print shop to order yours in time for Christmas! 💸 No code necessary, discount automatically applied.
Free "Guide to Posing" PDF: Strike a pose like a pro with our free posing guide! Whether you’re planning a photoshoot or just want to level up your selfie game, this guide has you covered. 👇 Download your free guide here.
Thank You for 3 Wonderful Years
To all our clients, followers, and supporters: thank you for being part of our story. Every review, every shared photo, and every booking has helped make Flying Dress Aruba what it is today.
We can’t wait to see what the next three years bring—and we hope you’ll continue to "fly" with us!
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