Origami Fashion

This week, I was introduced to a new apparel making technique. The art of origami fashion.

Origami Dress

Origami is the Japanese paper-folding art. Intrigued, I researched ideas and looked at plenty of photos and videos, coming to the conclusion that it's amazing! Some of the three-dimensional elements take the designs to an all new level, and I became completely impressed.

I constructed my very first paper crane today while watching videos of the TR Cutting School by Shingo Sato. Like the fashion technique, it's quite complicated, but the results are worth it. When you have the time, check out some of the videos. Here are a few noteworthy pieces that caught my eye:

Bebe Dress... a more everyday wearable 3D piece.

Pattern Puzzle Taught in the TR School

Beautiful Design by Thierry Mugler. Very strong angular pieces and sharp direction of the shoulder.

The Shingo Sato Sleeve. Amazing 3D sleeves to add interest to the design.

The best part is that the TR youtube channel features tutorials so that you can start your very own origami fashion project! Take a look at some and try the techniques on a smaller scale. If that's too intimidating, practice some plain ole' origami first. When you're ready, dive in!

With Love,

Cookie

Disney Inspired

Halloween is coming up and it's one of the most fun times of the year when it comes to dressing up. It's the day that you can be whoever you want, any person, any character.

But sometimes, you can be a subtle version of your favorite character, taking inspiration from their outfits to create a daily look for yourself.

Some of the most popular looks to get ideas from happen to be Disney characters. Take a look at these and ask yourself, would you really wear any of these?

Belle

Ariel

Aurora

Snow White

Pocahontas

Jasmine

Sometimes you just have to let out your inner ego and let your creativity soar!

With Love,

Cookie

Blazer Days

I feel like one of the most confusing times of the year is this current transition from autumn to winter.  One day, it's 80 degrees because summer still doesn't want to let go, and the next, it's 30, because winter wants to give a warning that it's coming. Sometimes, you can't figure out whether you should wear shorts or a winter coat, a headband or earmuffs.

However, those in-between times are some of the greatest- the 58-73 degree weather when it's too hot to wear a full coat, but too cold to wear bare arms.... so what do you do?

You can wear a cool hoodie or a nice, light jacket, but I think autumn is perfect blazer season.

Blazers can dress anything up, from a plain skirt to jeans. They come in a variety of colors and fabrics and can give you relief during this WTF weather. Want some ideas on how to wear a blazer? Read on...

For a Date:

Gray blazer and light pink skirt

Wear a lighter colored blazer with more feminine colors to go on a stroll with your significant other.

Running Errands:

Bright Blazer with Rolled Jeans

Blazer and Leggings

Throw a blazer over a t-shirt and rolled jeans or even over leggings if you want to look chic, yet stay comfortable!

Night Out:

Blazer and Dress

For a night out without getting too cold, put a blazer over your favorite dress!

Mix and match colors, patterns, fabrics... anything! When it comes to blazers, do what makes you happy and fits your style.

With Love,

Cookie

Designer Series: Rodarte

Ever since they stepped on the scene in '05, I've been intrigued by the Rodarte (pronounced roh-dar-tay) sisters, Laura and Kate Mulleavy. Their designs always gave a sense of gothic romanticism, a style I've learned to love, thanks to Tim Burton. My favorite part is their characteristic lace pattern I like to call the spiderweave (aka I honestly have no idea the name of this pattern):

Texture and pattern are frequently used in their designs to create a cohesive whole. Rodarte pieces always stand out artistically, and here are some images of why I love them!

All the models in the Spring 2013 show wore these dragon ear cuffs!

Illuminated Heels

Spring 2013 RTW

The shoes!

Rodarte Collaboration with Target

Chain leather pants anyone?

Gorgeous color.

Rodarte clothing is both beautiful and inspiring for those designers that want to push the possibilities. I can't to see what comes next at the next fashion show!

With Love,

Cookie

P.S. If you're like me and DEFINITELY want a dragon ear cuff, you can find some here and here.