Studio?

Went last night to look at a potential studio for rent....oh how id love to have a dedicated-seperate- space for my work.

We shall see :)

Brain Storm

Made a prototype of an accessory last night-  it looks pretty awesome but still has a few kinks to work out.  The biggest of which is what kind of closure to use that will maintain the integrity of the design, provide strength and be affortable enough to implement. 

I have 4 weeks to figure this out!

I need more than a brainstorm-i need a hurricane.  :) :) :)

Color inspiration.

Cloudy- almost stomy sunset w rain in the distance.

Inspired

I have a few goals for JFW-

1. To show ready to wear.  I LOVE LOVE LOVE avate garde clothes-  but i really want ot figure out a way to translate some of love for historically based garments into clothes you can wear to a nice party or dinner.  I'm not a casual girl- as a rule- but this is going ot be a huge challenge for me.

2. To realize that this is just my first  {RTW} collection- not my only or my last.  I can grow from here and dont have to put so much pressue on myself to achieve perfection

3. To use amazing fabrics-  because to me textiles are the outfit.  A fine silk or a beautiful wool is elegance.

4. To learn from those around me. I am so blessed to be surrounded by so many open and welcoming designers who are willing ot let me learn from their experiences (successes and failures) while at the same time letting me experience both.

5. To have fun and enjoy the process-  because i rarely let myself.

Jacksonville Fashion Week!

I have been selected as one of 5 emerging designers to show at Jacksonville Fashion week.  During the next 116 stressful days I will try to make the following rules my mantra.  (I didn't write these)

Mad Hatter

Mad Hatter: No wonder you're late. Why, this watch is exactly two days slow. (Disney Alice in Wonderland 1951) 

Or two weeks-  You will have to forgive me with being slow to post these-  I wrapped up the project- and quickly moved on to another without a second thought.  Perhaps I am the one who is mad.   

I hope the photos are worth the wait.  

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Androgyny is the mixing of feminine and masculine characteristics.  I love playing off masculine textures and fabrics yet turning them into something so inherently feminine that it cant be seen as anything else.  The sharp contrast-to me- gives the look power, grace and presence.  

The seafoam green silk blouse is french seamed and bias cut with a one shoulder detail. Shoulder is hand pleated,gathered with a rough- but finished- edge.

 Tweed skirt is fitted throughout. Three button detail at the center back slit (not pictured)

 

Silk Prize ribbon with crown detail on hat-  Can be worn in a variety of ways (necklace, pin etc)

Q < 3

White Rabbit: Your Majesty, members of the jury, loyal subjects... and the King... the prisoner at the bar stands accused of enticing Her Majesty, the Queen of Hearts, into a game of croquet, thereby and with malice of forethought, molesting, tormenting, and otherwise annoying our beloved... Queen of Hearts: Never mind all that! Get to the part where I lose my temper. White Rabbit: ...thereby causing the Queen to lose her temper. 

   Disney's Alice in Wonderland, 1951

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Bias cut- red silk gown with a daringly low back and deep cowl neckline.  It might not cut off heads....but it will break hearts.

   

 

Makeup :: Tracey Upson, Makeup Artist www.traceyupson.com
Hair :: Daisy Chavers :: www.oscarandlulas.com

Photographer:  Marie Star Photography  www.mariestar.com
Production Assistant :: Angela Boldt
Videography :: Aimée Dodds