The New Direction

I will post a few early sketches of the route I was originally pursuing. However, while looking for additional inspiration, I came across a Vogue pattern that I fell in love with. It has the corseted details. But the style also incorporates the asymmetry and lightness that carries through in my day to day apparel. Sans the ruffle and with the addition of a skirt with a chapel train and I think I have a winner. Perhaps a slight alteration the the shoulder...

And it lends itself to beaded or embroidered embellishment along the neckline and hem.

Giddy at the discovery and the possibilities, I promptly ordered the pattern. Once it arrives, I will be creating a mock up. As much as the dress appeals on paper, I won't know if it truly works until I see it on me.

Hopefully I can accomplish the mock up by the end of January...after that day, I loose my coworker. Her eye could prove incredibly helpful in fitting the mock up when I finish it.