Contrast

GARMENT 3: Structured dress.

Using the same process as the earlier garments, I have chosen a bodice pattern and extended it to fit the length of the ribcage.

This is fitted to the same using extra fabric to create pattern pieces. This is re-worked in the pattern stage to add in the extra volume.

The collection uses contrasting fabrics and techniques to highlight the silhouette and process of tailoring to another form. I have chosen to bone this garment to emphasize the silhouette reference.

This has a very similar pattern to the previous dress but is constructed in a different manner which changes the outcome completely.

I am hoping these garments still work together as a cohesive collection.

I would like to use a drawstring in the hem of this garment to pull in the shape a little.