Pretty (and Funky) in Pink

The model’s dark hair and ivory skin was just crying out for something fun, flirty and feminine, so I decided that this pretty, pink chiffon number was just the thing. Created from 100% pure silk chiffon, the delicate pink shade and halter style perfectly complemented and contrasted with the model’s long, dark hair.

Fuchsia gloves, tights, and a pair of kinky boots in black patent leather added a little edge to the style for the photoshoot. Finally, the outfit was crowned — literally — with a sparkling tiara for a glamorous fairy-princess-meets-rock-chick look. Fun, but elegant, the dress features frayed edges and hand-stitched details and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion, making it perfect for a glamorous night at the opera or a formal fundraiser.

I chose chiffon for this design because of its feminine look, versatility, and strength. Despite their fragile look, chiffon and voile are surprisingly hard-wearing, and can be used for a number of different looks. I love to create beautiful and unique pieces for my collection, but not at the expense of our environment and I’m passionate about only using sustainable materials which don’t diminish our planet’s resources.

After the initial design and creation of the pink chiffon dress, I visited with the model to make some last minute adjustments to make sure that the dress fit perfectly — something which is incredibly important with a figure-hugging piece such as this one — particularly as the dress is designed to be worn without a bra. I think Kari Geha‘s photography work is also genius.

The overall effect of this outfit is feminine without being overly girly, and our model loved the dress so much, she didn’t want to take it off once the shoot was over.

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Photos of the Sequins, Lace, Mesh & Ponte Fabrics

Here is the sequined fabric with a light underlay that I tested to see if I was happy with the contrast.

I began draping the fabrics to see how they would look as a collection.  You will see how this morphed into something else as time goes on.  This was just the beginning.  The draping process is just the start of any collection.  To see a gown from start to finish visit my dressmaking page.

Choosing the design to compliment the sequins.

The sequins spoke to me in many different forms.  I treated it like a knit so it would mold close to the body.  I draped most of the shapes, as this fabric had a mind of its own.  Once I got the technique down I was off and running.  I felt like I could shape this fabric into anything I wanted.  For the Town & Country Collection I visualized women wearing the sequins with jeans and boots as well as out to a gala.  All one needs to do is change up the pieces.

Imagine this tunic without the lace leggings, a perfect party dress.  Wear the tunic with jeans and boots, out in the country, or if you live near me, up in the mountains.  So versatile.

Ponte fabric adds a new dimension to the collection.

Ponte fabric is another new fabric for Brooks Ltd.  It is easy to wear, comfortable and has no season.

Here is my version of a LBD(little black dress).  Mine is navy blue!

Take this LND (little navy dress) and mix it up with navy leggings and you have a whole new look.

In the city, in the mountains.

This collection has just begun.  I will write more about the actual runway show in my next blog. See more samples like this on my About Town Lifestyle Clothing page!

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