Paris Boutique: New Arrivals

Paris Boutique: New Arrivals by parismetrocentre featuring dresses

Paris boutique Trend Report: Lace

Paris boutique Trend Report: Lace by parismetrocentre featuring butterfly jewelry

Lolita dress

I loved this project! Creating an alternative dress for a brief set by Phaze, I was able to showcase my technical skills and use my creative skills to make matching accessories. Photography by Chris Proctor.

My Alterations

 I do alterations in my spare time, so thought I would share some of my work :)

Ones To Watch, Sept 2011

Asger Juel Larsen SS12

This collection brought a certain darkness to the runways after the bold colours of the previous shows. With motorcycle and punk culture influences, this was one of my favourite shows. Heavy cottons, animal print, beards made from nails, this show had everything.

T.Lipop SS12

This collection seemed a world away from the Asger designs. Natural fabrics including suede, cotton, sheepskin and fur trims, this collection was very minimalist. Staying away from prints, the garments were generally plain, with some lace detailing and edging. Layering the different coloured garments created depth to the outfits and made the collection come to life.

Bring on next season <3

p.s. images coming soon :}

Final Major Project: Garment Creation

This toile pair of palazzo trousers are made from a knitted patterened fabric with a heavy weight cotton drill waistband. The final pair will be made using a cream/ivory coloured lightweight chiffon with a lace covered cotton drill waistband. The gathers allow the fabric to fall beautifully and create the flattering silhouette I wanted. I did cut the waist band on the bias, which has made the fabric twist, but other than that I am very pleased with how they have turned out.

This toile is made from callico as it is similar to the fabric I will be using for the final garment. The two centre front panels, cups and centre back panels will be made using a printed stiff cotton fabric of my own design, and the front and back side panels will be a dusky pink silk dupion. This dress was fairly simple to construct. I used bra cups as a guide line for where to place the cups on my dress. The hem is cut by hand to create the shape in my original designs, then the paper pattern is altered to match.