Personal Throwback

Well, I guess this is really only a Personal Throwback if you count last semester as a time gone by. I guess it does count, technically. Regardless, these next few pieces are by personal request.

In my first Personal Throwback post, friend of the blog Sophia Almada asked to see some more recent work, so here it is! This is my second collection for my Fashion Design class at AAU. The first two pictures are what's called mood boards. As their name implies, mood boards set the tone for a collection, as well as displaying the fabrics and colors that do the same.

From left to right, the fabrics are: A) Silver Art Deco Leather, B-D) Patterned Reversible Wools, E) Quilted Silver Poly-Blend, F) Silver Satin Silk, G) Bronze-Washed Chiffon, H) Black Lace.

Anne Hathaway was my muse. My concept was bringing the sctructured undergarments of days gone by to the outside of the garments to add a decorative touch. One of my favorite things about historic fashion is seeing the undergarments that create the shape of an era.

Dress in F. Jacket in A.

Blouse in H; Skirt in F. Jacket in D with G bustle.

Left: dress in F; Jacket in E. Right: Suit in C.

Suit in D; Blouse in G.

Evening Gown in F; Corset and Bustle/Train in G.


Hope you enjoyed it!
Nostalgically Yours

Personal Throwback

This is a new segment I'm starting to share some of the work I've done over the years that doesn't really belong in my portfolio but still is fun to look at.

The following pieces were my entrance portfolio to the Fairfax Academy for Communications and the Arts. Just a fun fact: that guy in the crazy eye makeup in the flash slide-show is me! The Academy was an incredible experience, and in my opinion it shows the positive side of education. More on that later, though. Here are my pieces - keep in mind these were done about three years ago. All are pencil and watercolor on watercolor paper, so they're a bit faint. Hope you like them!



Before you continue I will say that all the work I share on this blog as my own is my intellectual property. I only post stuff that I could prove in court is mine. If you use my work without my permission I will pursue you to the full extent of the law.

Drawstring linen beach ensemble with accessories
and two bathing suit options.

Day-to-Evening top - this one was actually recolored on my computer.

Jazzy Party Dress in silk and chiffon.

Day-to-Evening Ensemble: Oversize Cowl Sweater and Tweed Skirt with matching shoes.

Evening Gown in Crepe Silk with Chiffon detail and matching accessories. This was actually inspired by a Bûche de Noël

Ethereal Work Ensemble with matching boots and attache case.

Urban daytime look: Walking dress in cotton and embroidered cotton chiffon overlay. Cropped Trench, matching gloves and shoes.

Fanciful Evening Gown in Olive Bias-cut Satin. This shows something my newer designs lack: A reckless disregard for technical feasibility - I'll figure out how to make it later!

That's it for now. This will be a continuing segment, however. Especially as I continue to uncover old artwork and designs during my move.

Hope you liked them!
Nostalgically Yours

PS: I'm itching to come up with hat designs for some of these things...!