I present to you "Pour Vous".
I didn't come up with this fancy French name myself. Mike, the owner of the the Studio Commissary did. I never name my outfits, though I wish I had the creativity to do it. The original name for this ensemble was "Suit with 2 Collars". Isn't that romantic?
Usually I am inspired by designers and films. This time I was inspired by a vintage paper doll suit.
I added the turban instead of trying to replicate the original paper doll hat.
I rounded the collar to make it easier to sew.
This is the first version I made of this design back in 2012. I love this leopard velour fabric. It was perfect for this outfit, but sadly I used it up.
I also wasn't happy with the fit of this version. It was on the big side for Gene. I ended up making the jacket more fitted.
I was also inspired by this 1954 Jaques Fath design. So I added a fur hat and collar to get this look.
The only thing missing is the buttons.
I wasn't sure I would like this suit without the belt, but I really do.
I added fur cuffs for the heck of it.
Tornado is one of my favoirte models since I painted her lips.
This is the 2012 version.
The next several pictures are different looks than can be made with all the accessories.
There are a few more combinations I thought of after I did this photo session. Which look do you like the best?
Ten pieces!
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2 comments:
These are really lovely, but the cream and leopard/black are far and away my favorites!
To be honest I can't choose a favorite, all the looks are stunning. So elegant and perfect, I love this design!
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