Classical Tutu: Sapphire Fairy - May 2010

This is a classical tutu I created from scratch to fit Kara from Dance Repertory Theatre.

It includes 12 layers of hand-pleated & hand-dyed tulle, 15 bones (spiral & steel) in an extremely fitted bodice, and my first and possibly only experience with panty ruffles.

It was used in 12 performances with the Austin Symphony Orchestra for the Young Peoples Concerts reaching around 28,000 students.

Spring Collection 2010

This collection of three looks was inspired by feeling the sun warm my skin. I wanted to create something aesthetically simple and structural.

The dress uses a shimmer organza with complex draping to play with reflection. The structure is further manipulated by two small, horizontal bands.

I created the illusion of light and shadow by draping a sheer layer of fabric over areas of the short and pant.

Bridal Jumpsuit

I wanted to create a bridal look that ignored some of the usual accoutrements of bridal femininity.
My inspirations for this work ranged from WW1 uniforms to the fierce determination of the character Sarah Conner in Terminator 2. I wanted to clothe a woman who would choose something different and decisive for such an important day.

Digital Print

Green Fashion

Millinery Work

Photoshop & Illustrator Specs

The top work focuses on patterned textile swatches and a croquis created with Photoshop.

In Spring Shapes, the technical flats were done in Adobe Illustrator. It includes a peach pattern imported from Photoshop and an eyelet pattern created directly in Illustrator.