The inspiration for this costume was the ‘One Hour Dress’ by Mary Brooks Picken. I wanted to create a simple but effectively elegant gown with few seams and just enough embellishment for flair.
Materials used: vintage velvet ribbon, faux peony flower, floral flocked chiffon, chiffon, glass beads, fishtail cord
Dress has a boat style neckline, streamline silhouette, gathered shoulders, and a fusion of cape/batwing style sleeves. The sleeves are finished in a hand beaded vintage ribbon. A cream colored slip was made to create contrast for the floral flocked chiffon. Features a hand sewn and embellished belt, with starburst beading pattern, ties in the back.
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