BONJOUR AND HELLO FROM MONTREAL

Just a minor update, to tell you all that I am still alive and well; doing my thing here in Montreal.
These days, I mainly post on this blog.

I would love to reconnect. Hope to see you around. . .

 

Model Amélie, Photo: Daniel Dlément

ATTENTION - FOLLOWERS ONLY!

 Photo Art by John Frantsen

Pre-Sale is a special offer only for the followers here on my blog.

If you want to have a first glance before the official event, that I described in my last post.
Just sign up as a follower and book a personal appointment to get a look and try on some of the temptations.

I´ll give 10 % off on top of the discounts.

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UPCOMING EVENT - SALE !

As I wrote some time ago, big changes are coming.
But before, I need to sell as much as possible off from my racks. Tons of clothes I have produced during the years.

 Photo Art by John Frantsen

My dear friend, Rikke and I are therefor planning an Event with champagne and canapées at Cadenheads Whisky and Lifestyle shop here in Odense, late november.

You can expect very good offers and big discounts on unique tops, skirts and corsets, cocktail- and gala dresses.

There is plenty of preparations to do. . . Like pricing the items with size and a short description on individual tags. Not to talk about press release, flyers etc.

-Something to look forward for. Spread the word and stay tuned for news anytime now!

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2014 - EMMY´S BEST DRESSED

As you probably know by now, I love colors. So, never mind trends. It´s about standing out in the crowd.
In my opinion, the best dressed at the 2014 Emmy´s, that took place August 25, at the Nokia Teatre, L.A.,  looked like this. . .

Allison Janney gets big points for choosing this outstanding, very elegant draped violet number by Nicolas Jerbran. PhotoCredit: Frazer Harrison, Getty Images.

Laura Prepon´s daring choice in this emerald green and turquoise number by Gustavo Cadile was also nice. PhotoCredit: Jordan

Giuliana Rancic also looked quite nice i her Gustavo Cadile dress. PhotoCredit: Frazer Harrison, Getty Images

 

Octavia Spencer looked georgeous in this draped chiffon dress by Tadashi Shoji. PhotoCredit: 2014 Jason Merritt, Getty Images

Kaley Cuoco from Big bang theory also looked very stylish and modern in this red and pink organdy/tulle- and applique dress by Monique Lhuillier. PhotoCredit: Strauss Invision AP.

January Jones looked dressed for the occasion in this asymetric ballgown from Prabal Gurung. PhotoCredit: Jason Merritt, Getty Images.

Mark-Ruffalo with Sunrise Coigney, who looked effortless elegant in this bright green asymetric draped dress by. . . PhotoCredit: Frazer Harrison, Getty Images

Samira Wiley in a simple, classic, but elegant bright yellow dress by Christian Siriano, looked nice and refreshing. PhotoCredit: Evan Agostin, Invision for the Television Campany AP Images

Who was your favorite ?

MUSE OR DRESS AMBASSADOR ?

I am offering you the opportunity to make a good deal, without compromising quality and style.

Especially if you are going to a premiere or another big event. If this sound as something for you, you have to come forward and contact me as soon as possible.

Another possibility is of course to become one of my permanent Dress Ambassadors or maybe even my muse.

Hubert de Givenchy with his muse, Audrey Hepburn

In both cases we need to met and make an agreement. You get a good deal, in return for making an effort to look as good as possible.

Just get in contact, if you think it would be worth it. See you.

A NEW SALON

Since I / we haven´t been lucky looking for a new workshop/showroom, I decided to rearrange my workshop and showroom and move it into our living room, to have it more presentable.

The Salon Collection is displayed here. I´m open for business and have some very good offers, if you or you and your friends would like to take a closer look and try some of the dresses. Just get in touch and make an appointment.

 Photos: John Frantsen

Read more about what I can offer in Services and take a look of some of the dresses in the Dress Gallery. I´m looking forward to see you.

PUNK: CHAOS TO COUTURE

A new exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum in New York, was launched a few days ago with The Met Gala - a fundraiser, to celebrate the exhibition.

The Exhibition is about how influential punk has been, how it has affected designers and their work in so many ways.

But when you look at all the guests at the benefit, very few seem to understand what punk was all about. 

It´s not about looking nice and beautiful. On the contrary, it´s about attitude and very rebellious, unconventional and therefor creative. Follow this link and look who didn´t get it. Here is a few who got it. . .

 Debbie Harry

Zandra Rhodes

Miley Cyrus

 

 Christina Ricci

 Madonna

NEW FASHION FABRICS

As promised here are the new fabrics, that I purchased in Montreal. I draped them on a mannequin to make you imagine what could become of them.

This beautiful silk-piece would be perfect for a woman who is not afraid to stand out.

This neutral, but effectful silk-organdy could even be used for a short wedding- or cocktaildress.

Last, but not least this "burned-out"-piece could be a nice choice for a premiere or an evening out.

If you would like to be dressed in one of them, please don´t hesitate. There is only enough for one-dress-of-a-kind and you will not see anybody else look-a-like.

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - ON THE GO!

Gala dress, photo by Steen Donsby, Model: Trine Bolander

Why limit yourself ? -I mean, with the internet there is no limits.

Clients abroad is of course an option! Especially when you live in a small city/country like Denmark, you have to think outside "the box" when you want to succeed.

That is why I´m offering my service to future clients, when I´m traveling locally, nationally and abroad.

If you can´t find the time, but still want to look the part, without compromising design, fit and quality, don´t hesitate to make an appointment. That is, if you like the idea and what I do.

Currently you have the chance to make an appointment, if you live in San Francisco or Montreal, since I´m staying there during the Holidays.

Feel free to contact me or follow the blog to stay updated. For further information, take a look at the menu.

Photo: Daniel Clément, Exhibition 2010

STUDENT CHIC

-On a rainy day? No! Just dressed up for Student Gala-party. 

 

This is a one-of-a-kind from last summer. The student wished for a green and black dress with a velvet draped top and bare back. 

 

Have you noticed, that the tendencies for gala dresses of students the last couple of years seems to be short dresses. 

THE CUSTOMER-RELATION

If you like me are working with all aspects of fashion, right from the idea/design and pattern-making to the execution of the final product, it is very important to be aware of what kind of customer you are targeting.

My customers are primarily very style- and quality-conscious women, that knows what they want and don´t compromise on quality and fit.

On the other hand, it is also important that the customer knows who they are dealing with and what they will get when they approach me. That is why I am writing this !

My passion is to realize your dreams and fantasies for the big moments in life. By creating something unique, I am putting my mark on and contributing to making your day one to remember.

The foundation for all my creations is my design-philosophy, that I have developed through time. My ongoing creativity via inspiration, that I have got through all kinds of impressions and experiences.

The mark of my creations are conscious design, a perfect fit and good quality, that I find of equal importance, all together to enhance your style and personality.

In reality, creating is a way of communicating and expressing yourself. I am doing what I am, because I can´t help it. Of course I hope that you are able to appreciate and like it.

When all comes to all, it is really a matter of taste, to be conscious about yourself and your surroundings.

If you can relate, you probably found the right guy. I am looking forward to meet you and help you out.

FASHION CONSULTATIONS & CLASSES

Would you like to learn how to make your own dress or do you need assistance in some way ?
I can help you out in case you want to do it yourself, make your own personal pattern or need help with sewing techniques or fittings.

I offer individual sewing classes/consultations for 1-2 individuals in subjects as: Wedding dresses, Corsets, Cocktail-, Gala- and Evening gowns.
Price: 60 Cad per. hour for a personal consultation and 100 Cad per. hour by two persons or for two hours. Discounts by more consultations.

On top, I offer Design- or Evening Schools sewing-classes in subjects like: From Idea to product, Patternmaking, Sewing techniques, Dressmaking and Fittings. Other suggestions are welcome though!

Feel free to make an appointment via contact and find out what I can do for you.

Ballgown made of violet silk-taffeta, backed with silk organdy, supported by a built-in corset and a big seperate tulle-skirt. Photo: John Frantsen. Model: Ann-Charlott. 

KISPUS

Do you know the old danish movie, Kispus? The Movie by Erik Balling from 1956, was the first danish movie in color.
The movie, that was inspired by Holger Blom, one of the Great Danish couturiers of that time, is a sweet and subtle love comedie. A movie that I recommend, if you are into old danish movies and fashion history.

The fabulous costumes of the film were created by another danish couturier though. That was Preben Birch, who did costumes for danish movies through many years. These two were together with a third couturier, Uffe Brydegaard, named The three B´s.

The movie is about the exccentric couturier, Mr. Marcel, played by Angelo Bruun. He is giving one of his nice dresses away to the daydreaming seamstress, Eva Møller, played by Helle Virkner, when he discover how well it suits her.
He is betting with the Actress, who actually ordered the dress, that he is able to present the seamstress as a glamour-girl wearing his dress at the coming premiere-party. -And he is wright.

At the premier-party, Eva meets and falls in love with Jakob, played by Henning Moritzen, that drives around in a big limousine. They both think of each other, that the other one is rich and she fears that he is going to discover her modest background.

But Jakob himself is a poor student, that works as a chauffeur and has to sell his books to invite Eva out.
This leads to many misunderstandings and "kispus"-playes. But after many complications, love prevails over snobbery at the End.
                                                                                                                            

TV2FYN-REVIEW OF FASHIONSHOW

Read more about the Fashion Show that took place to support cancer-patients at TV2Fyn´s website.

You can still make your bit on the dress I created for this event, by going to the online auction at Lauritz and support the great cause. The pink dress is shown here in front together with vintage dresses from The Collection of Time / Tidens samling.

THE FINAL DRESS OF THE CHARITY FASHION SHOW

Here is the result of all my efforts, for the Breastcancer Campaign and good cause "Støt brysterne"/ "Support the Breasts". 

The dress is made out of 10 metre airy silk, 1 metre of dupion-silk and about 180 hand-sewn rhinestones. It took about 30 hours to finish the dress. 

It is auctioned at Lauritz during this week. Make your bit, if you have the courage to wear this "One-of-a-kind dress and support the good cause.

Model: Katrine Damgaard from Diva models 

Photos: Daniel Clément

The fantastic shoes of the model was a perfect match and were kindly lent from Bianco shoes in Odense. They can be yours for only 600,-

BREASTS, ART & FASHION SHOW

Here is a photo from the Charity Fashion Show, I made the final dress for.

GALA BALL

It´s time to polish your dancing-shoes. Because at long last you have the chance to show off your Ballgown.

The Ball takes place Saturday the 6. of march from 18.30-24.00 at the City Hall of Odense, Denmark.

The tickets are in danish currency, 695,- excl. fees and includes among other things a welcoming drink, a light meal and coffee. 

 

The earnings will benefit the H.C. Andersens Childrens Hospital. Get your tickets at Danbillet.

If you miss the Dress, it can be ordered right here.

FASHION SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT

YOU FOUND MY BLOG!

 

 Welcome into my Creative universe and my very first blogpost. I hope you will follow along.

 

From my Graduation exhibition 1999

At the moment I´m working on a Final-dress for the Fashion Show - Breast, Art and Fashion. An event for the benefit of  the "Fighting Cancers"-Campaign "Support the Breasts".

If you want to support this good cause, the Show is taking place the 29/10 at Grand Hotel in Odense, Denmark and tickets can be purchased via Danbillet. 

 

I hope to see you there.