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TOPIC:Each designer can choose ONE (at a time, no mad rush like with the Barbies) to build an outfit around. The outfit must not merely complement or "go with" the accessory, but must INCORPORATE IT as part of a single thought. The outfit and the accessory must look as though they were made to be together.
my accessory was some aviator sunglasses, shown in the center of my design and can also be seen here: [link]
DESCRIPTION:
After doing some research, I decided to go with something sleek, simple, sophisticated, and sexy. I went with the color pallette on the glasses (gold & brown) and decided to do a formfitting strapless dress that hits just below the knee. the bodice of the dress mimics the shape of the sunglasses frames, and consists of a ruched brown leather bust trimmed with gold piping. the vertical line in the center of the sunglasses also inspired the vertical lines seen throughout my design, such as the line going down the front and back of the dress, the line on the gloves, and the line on the back of the shoes....
on the back of the dress, brown "tortoiseshell" leather wraps around and kinda mimics the shape the ear pieces would make when they're folded up...once again, trimmed in gold piping. underneath this, there is a "U" shaped cutout to add some more sexy. on the bottom of the skirt there is a panel made of the same leather as the back of the dress.
pair it up with hot shoes & leather gloves, and you have a good going out dress...which is what I imagined when I saw the glasses. something hot to wear out when you want attention.
hope you like!
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design (c) me....steal =
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Comments: 25
OiPanda [2006-12-23 00:06:53 +0000 UTC]
I love this so much. XD I can stare at this dress for hours, GOD I would so buy it... with the glasses to match. :0
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sparklefly In reply to OiPanda [2006-12-23 03:58:32 +0000 UTC]
yay! it was really fun designing a dress for the sheer purpose of lookin hot when going out.
i'm glad you like it!
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spacetraveller [2006-12-01 16:55:56 +0000 UTC]
it's georgous!! Your models have such perfect bodies.. My always have disproportion
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sparklefly In reply to spacetraveller [2006-12-01 23:15:14 +0000 UTC]
aw, well this one took a lot of time to do, since i wanted her to look symmetrical on both sides...just keep practicing, you'll get it!
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TobyRM [2006-09-08 14:35:04 +0000 UTC]
i thought you would win this challenge, because i think this dress is absolutely perfect for those shades (grrr...). i really hope you win the next one!
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sparklefly In reply to TobyRM [2006-09-08 16:45:06 +0000 UTC]
haha aww thanks! maybe it's a conspiracy
haha jk. i wish i would have won....so far it's been an elusive little creature. there's still a few more challenges left, so maybe my win is stuck in there somewhere.
it's alright though, i'm happy with what i created.
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ceazar [2006-09-08 01:48:36 +0000 UTC]
steph....this is such a lovely dress...to be honest! it's a perfect cocktail dress, but only maybe when the glasses were not there...freaking accessory challenge...this has got to be the worst challenge for me, yet...
BUT! i love it!!!!!
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sparklefly In reply to ceazar [2006-09-08 01:53:04 +0000 UTC]
thanks!! i'm glad you love it. i do too. it was kinda hard incorporating sunglasses into the oufit because sunglasses aren't really something i think about when planning an outfit or something. this current sketch thing that's due tomorrow is kinda giving me a little trouble though.
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ceazar In reply to sparklefly [2006-09-08 01:59:03 +0000 UTC]
me too!!! i don't have one yet!!!! omg!!!
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panda-eyes [2006-09-06 12:26:12 +0000 UTC]
Woah! This amazing! You've totally brought out what you were meant to with this, the colours...everything, it's amazing
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sparklefly In reply to panda-eyes [2006-09-06 18:30:19 +0000 UTC]
thank you! i'm glad you like! i had fun with this challenge
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wakasashe-fashion [2006-09-06 06:21:36 +0000 UTC]
Okay, this was amazing work. I am crazy about the way you handled this; you were inspired by the physical shades, and the mood of them. She very sexy and confident. The detailing is great, this is your wearable aesthetic while still bringing innovation to the table. Did the bottom piece change from the sketch? It seems different here, as I liked the sketch in every aspect.
I call this for the win. Expertly handled!
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sparklefly In reply to wakasashe-fashion [2006-09-06 07:40:26 +0000 UTC]
yeah i added a leather panel on the little flared out bit at the bottom, just to add a bit more to the dress,
since i thought it looked a little plain after coloring it. i'm glad you like it, we'll see who wins tomorrow,
there are a lot of fabulous designs this week!
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realityundersiege [2006-09-06 04:03:36 +0000 UTC]
drop dead gorgeous. The gloves are to die for. Your represented those shades both literally and in mood in this outfit...
wonderful
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sparklefly In reply to realityundersiege [2006-09-06 07:38:24 +0000 UTC]
thanks dear! i'm glad you like it
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hallistorkx3 [2006-09-06 02:45:04 +0000 UTC]
i am a big fan of this beautiful details and design, it all flows well. you are also improving on your fashion sketches from challenge to challenge.
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sparklefly In reply to hallistorkx3 [2006-09-06 07:37:59 +0000 UTC]
thank you! yeah these challenges have kinda forced me to get better with my sketches.
i'm glad you like the dress...i'm kinda in love with it.
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catzilla [2006-09-06 00:43:55 +0000 UTC]
Holy crap!!! Amazing work! I love love LOVE the detailing on the front of the dress that mimics the top of the glasses! That's gorgeous! I love the bottom of the dress as well! This is awesome. Mine looks sad now XD
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sparklefly In reply to catzilla [2006-09-06 01:14:57 +0000 UTC]
aww i'm sure yours looks fab. but i'm glad you like mine!!
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lasmith [2006-09-06 00:40:15 +0000 UTC]
WOW! .... I said it in the sketch and i'll say it again, this is you Best ever i love the colors and the sleekness. YOu really hit the assignment on the bullseye with this one. Wonderful!!!
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sparklefly In reply to lasmith [2006-09-06 01:13:45 +0000 UTC]
thank you! i'm so glad you like it
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sparklefly In reply to cjrogers1993 [2006-09-06 01:13:17 +0000 UTC]
i don't know my fabrics, i'm afraid, but i have an idea of what it should be made out of: something thicker and more heavyweight than satin or silk and with a kind of matte finish.
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