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reworked bridal - 2024
wed after party set + necklace, upcycled using original fabric + fastenings
materials
lace w/ combo hand-beaded + hand-stitched sequins + lace, satin poly lining
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original design
1980’s saks bridal gown
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reworked + finished redesign
after wed party set + necklace
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notes
ashley was so gracious when we started brainstorming for this project;
creating an after party wedding set - the showstopping beading throughout
the neckline, waistline + sleeves was a big focal point that we agreed
needed to stay.
a top + skirt was what felt right with the amount of material we had to
work with + we didn’t want to use any new fabrics or fastenings - I loved
learning that ashley’s wedding day looks were all second-hand, including
the dress she got married in - cool bride move.
the necklace was created using the original lace + beaded waistline of
the gown which was hand constructed. after some reinforcing + adding
a clasp, it became the sweetest surprise of it all.
the finished crop was constructed from the original bodice of the gown +
turned backwards + refitted. the original zipper was removed + reutilized as
the front fastener. the original sleeves were deconstructed + used to create
the short sleeves, which can be worn buttoned or unbuttoned. hemlines were
refinished + lace reinforced throughout.
a pleated waistline + refinished hem for the skirt lining. a raw edge finish for
the lace skirt to keep it fun. the skirt was constructed using the deconstructed
skirt from the gown + the original lining was kept in place. extra piece of lining
was used to create the waist bow tie used to fasten the wrap skirt.
cheers to you ashley + erik!
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tingz tings sf, ca