Whether for prom or a formal event, this dress will make you stand out in a sea of plain black dresses
By 1977 Zandra Rhodes, who had begun the decade with romantic and folkloric chiffon gowns, went full-on punk with purposely tattered dresses, safety pins for fastenings, and intentional holes
The shift is from Simplicity by American Duchess, the petticoat was done using my measurements (the hem is 4x my waist circumference) and the false bum is from the American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking
Hot sauce: I have used a few different hot sauces for this, from jalapeo to sriracha sauce
Its a style that works well in fabrics like satin or crepe, making it suitable for daytime wear, dinners, or casual gatherings with a polished touch
2024 Autumn Dress Trend: Good (Leather) Form Stepping away from its edgy roots and embracing more feminine, artful silhouettes, leather takes on new life for autumn