Inspiration Book : Pages 33 &34

Ghosts and Witches :
Sure I could say that I'm posting these pages in  honor of Halloween, (Happy Halloween!!!) but who am I kidding. These have some of favorite things, namely creepy fashion. Not necessarily Gothic, because really, if you look at the white dress, it's not Gothic at all - but it is undeniable creepy. It has kind of a shroud look. I just love the way the sheer polka dot fabric is pulled across the stiff crisp white underneath.
As I was building this page I saw it go from just pretty uses of black lace, to a nod to the creepy and mysterious. The inclusion of the Gothic aesthetic into couture still surprises me when I see it, and I still love to be surprised by what I see.

Inspiration Book - Page 10

Page 10 : This page is all about how nature is a never ending source of inspiration. I love how the twisting of the tree creates shadows and light, and how the texture of the bark is highlighted as a result. As much of a stretch as it may seem, I relate this to the play of light on the beaded dress, (which is so beautiful and so simple).  The rustic birdcage is an excellent example of how you can maintain the integrity of the materials and yet create a whole new life for them. The regal dress at bottom left would be charming paired with the intriguing scarab earrings. The contrast of it's formality against the elegant yet undeniably raw element of the beetle...I just love to see something that could really be considered creepy  (epically if it was crawling on your walls) showcased for it's complex and beautifully intricate design courtesy of mother nature. This is also why I LOVE the little bat and jewel pendant, you almost don't notice that it's a little golden bat at first - which is just so cool. Nature never ceases to amaze.