Terry Dresbach talks Season 1 Easter eggs, sending Brianna through the stones, and why this is her last season with the show.
We all love to see a stylish snap of our favorite celeb rocking the latest fashion when they show up on the red carpet. But something even more amazing, is when we spot a forgotten photo from their past showing the styles of times gone by. But what about these forgotten photos of celebs captured at their most iconic moment—their prom! Let’s take a look back at some of the most famous celebs of today, and what they looked like on their prom night.
While attending the Documenta 12 Art show in Kassel, Germany in 2007, i had the chance to attend a fashion show for the amazing creative Senegal fashion designer OUMOU SY which was held in the Kassel train station. All the costumes were more of a contemporary art pieces. costumes made out of details from natural materials, mixed with modern day used tools and materials. visually intriguing with all its details and different sources she uses in her costumes from textiles, compact discs, baskets, perfume bottles, feathers and raffia . mixing together the past and present of the african culture and history specially in Senegal. each of her designs tells a story behind in so much creativity and irony .
In the distant past Egyptians were wearing with such a pathos, which inspires many today designers. Although this period of 5000 years ago, I have to say that in that time some people are able to …
This past February's post, Ten Fantastic Online Sources for Vintage Style Crinolines, proved to be highly popular and garnered a number of follow-up questions regarding buying, sourcing, repairing and wearing crinolines. Some of them have been answered here in other posts, but I received one query this spring from a lovely reader in Louisiana (which, as a s side note, is a state that I've always felt hugely towards and hope to visit someday) that I don't believe I'd really delved into here before. Interestingly, I have been asked similar questions before over the years, so it seemed high time I shared my answers to it with all of you, in case others out there were wondering the very same thing. As today is not only the first Sunday in July, but also July 4th Eve, this isn't going to be an epic sized post by any means. No, instead it's a quick answer to a fun question, which is... “How do I get that crinoline peek effect?” This is just how my reader phrased her question and I must say, I adore that term, which no doubt most crinoline (aka, petticoat, aka pettiskirt) wearers will understand the meaning of. What she's asking is how to I have just a wee bit of my crinoline show in a way that looks complimentary to my outfit and is clearly intentional, not like I'm a new to wearing vintage and/or am going to a 50s themed costume party/fancy dress ball. Interestingly, many folks are not a fan of this look, in part because it wasn't overly common to see the hem end of a crinoline jutting out from beneath a skirt of dress back in the 1950s, though some people did opt to do so on occasion, especially if the crinoline was lace or otherwise fancily trimmed at the bottom. Allowing an inch or two of your crinoline to playfully peek out from under your skirt can be a fun look though for sure, and sometimes it seems to enhance an ensemble even more than if the crinoline was completely obscured. {American movie star Debbie Remolds rocking a beautiful summertime halter dress and strappy Grecian style sandal outfit with just a hint of her voluminous crinoline peaking out - at least while sitting. This is the sort of subtle "visible crini edge" look that those who enjoy this styling trick tend to aim for. Vintage photo source.} As a general rule, I personally prefer to have my crinolines remain hidden (and try to ensure their length compliments my skirt or dress so that the two fall in an even, flattering manner without creating that dreaded "too-long-hem" look where the last few inches of a skirt or dress just flop over where the crinoline ends). However, if my crinoline is lace trimmed or if I'm trying to tie its hue into the overall colour palette of my ensemble, then I may let a wee bit peek out on purpose. If you enjoy having a little bit of your crinoline appear at the bottom of your skirt or hem, be it once in a blue moon, on the daily, or anywhere in between, read on for some simple ways to achieve this fun effect: -Should you happen to regularly wear dresses and/or skirts of roughly the same length - say 26 or 27 inches long - intentionally purchase crinolines that are 1 - 3 inches longer that (the US online shop Pettiskirt Style, for example, has a fabulous range of different length crinolines). -Consider hemming some of your dresses and skirts a little to allow existing crinolines to show through at the bottom (I'd suggest just folding and hemming the excess fabric, in case you change your mind at some point and want to let the hem out to its original length again). -In an absolute pinch, if you just needed to shorten your hem for a day or other brief period of time, you could use a small number of tiny, secure safety pins to temporarily hem it, though it's very likely that at least a little of the metal from such would show up on your skirt or dress if you did so, and it's also possible that the safety pins could damage the garment so proceed with caution there, if you do take that approach. I'd also recommend ironing the hem flat, but not ironing over the pins themselves, as doing so could also create damage and/or rust if there's steam, water or starch involved, to your garment itself. -Or conversely, you may wish to add (sew, fabric glue, or even attach with snaps for a removable option) some pretty trim, lace, additional tulle, etc to the bottom of an existing crinoline to length it a touch. -If the waistband of a skirt allows, roll (fold) it over once or twice to shorten the over all length of the garment. -And in the same vein, wear your skirts a bit higher up (perhaps with a belt to help the lines of the outfit still flow smoothly, if need be) and thus the crinoline should naturally show at the bottom, if the two were similar in length to begin with. {If your crinoline - or, for that matter, lace or tulle trimmed slip, another popular mid-century undergarment - is as pretty as these stunning 1950s examples, you may not want to keep its hems hidden in the slightest, especially if the colour(s) or your crini help to tie your outfit together all the more. Vintage image source.} ♥ ♥ ♥ Those are my approaches to creating a a spot of "crinoline peek", of which, in the long run, the easiest may to simply try to buy crinolines that are a little longer than some of your favourite skirts and dresses, or alternatively, garments that are a touch shorter than your current crinolines. Given the vast number of repro, vintage style, rockabilly, gothabilly, and pinup girl style clothing companies that produce garments that hit at or around the knees on many people, the latter approach may be the easier of the two. Sometimes, of course, you may find that crini + clothing combos you have already line up this way naturally, and thus little to further (garment) hem lengthening may be required. When I intentionally aim to have a little of my crinoline show, this is usually how and why it happens. Thank you to my reader for this great question! Now two for all of you...Do you have any other tips for helping ensure an intentional bit of your crinoline hem shows, and in general are you a fan of this look or do you prefer to keep your crinis completely under wraps? {Beautiful vintage Independence Day Gil Elvgren pinup girl – naturally with a bit of slip showing. Image source.} And last, but not least, I want to wish a truly happy, safe, fun filled and fabulous 4th of July to all of my awesome US readers and friends tomorrow. I hope that your celebration is as cheery and beautiful as the fireworks that will be capping off the evening from coast to shining coast!
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Size Chart Runs Small Slightly Small True To Size Slightly Large Runs Large XS S M L XL Size Measurement Standard Metric X-Small Chest 28" - 32" 71cm - 81cm X-Small Waist 24" - 28" 61cm - 71cm X-Small Front Length 31" 79cm X-Small Back Length 40" 102cm Size Measurement Standard Metric Small Chest 30" - 34" 76cm - 86cm Small Waist 26" - 30" 66cm - 76cm Small Front Length 30" 76cm Small Back Length 40" 102cm Size Measurement Standard Metric Medium Chest 32" - 36" 81cm - 91cm Medium Waist 28" - 32" 71cm - 81cm Medium Front Length 31" 79cm Medium Back Length 41" 104cm Size Measurement Standard Metric Large Chest 34" - 38" 86cm - 97cm Large Waist 30" - 34" 76cm - 86cm Large Front Length 32" 81cm Large Back Length 42" 107cm Size Measurement Standard Metric X-Large Chest 36" - 40" 91cm - 102cm X-Large Waist 32" - 36" 81cm - 91cm X-Large Front Length 34" 86cm X-Large Back Length 44" 112cm Inches Centimeters Costume Sizing Tips
I’ll be ON VACATION from September 9 through September 13th. I will still be able to fill orders for PDF patterns that are shown in my shop, but as I’ll be away from my studio, I won’t begin any orders for paper patterns until September 16. During this time, please feel free to ask any questions you may have, and I'll answer you as soon as possible. Thank you! *^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^ This is a Sewing paper Pattern This is NOT A GARMENT it is a SEWING PATTERN -.-.The picture of the pattern may not correspond to the design, it is here to show how my paper pattern looks like-.-. I'm a pattern maker, and all my patterns are handmade to a standard size or custom size. That way, some measurements can be modified if necessary. They contain English notes as well as notches that make it easy to join the pieces of the pattern together. A cutting diagram and information on the required yardage are included. To keep prices down, SEWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT INCLUDED. If you require Construction Steps for your pattern, please let me know before placing your order. - No hem or seam allowance. - No detailed instruction, only the notches and symbols, and named lines basic instructions. - No step-by-step illustrations to go with instructions. However, I can write some basic construction steps if you need or any specific steps in the process that you would like me to describe ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ This is a pattern 1950-51 suit sewing pattern made exclusively for you, with your custom sizes or standard sizes. You will have your vintage design ready to cut and sew. .~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ Prices for custom (made-to-measure) sizes are the price of the pattern plus €20 Choose the pattern and then add the following item to your cart : CUSTOM SIZE SEWING PATTERN. https://www.etsy.com/listing/102701185/custom-size-sewing-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_1 FOR CUSTOM SIZES convo me your measurements and specify your body type. To assure the best fit possible, please refer to my INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO TAKE MEASUREMENTS by copying and pasting the following address into your browser: http://contrapunt.weebly.com/taking-measurements.html Once you’ve taken your measurements, please paste them into the “Note” box on the Order page. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ How to choose a STANDARD SIZE? I can make standard sizes S, M, L or XL with small adjustments to better fit you. Sizes are a tricky issue, and there aren’t any hard and fast rules, but I’d say my list of sizes is more European than American. To assure the best fit possible, please refer to my INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO TAKE MEASUREMENTS by copying and pasting the following address into your browser: http://contrapunt.weebly.com/taking-measurements.html THE BEST WAY TO KNOW YOUR SIZE is to take some measurements of yourself and use them to gauge your size. I can also modify a pattern to better fit your measurements. For example: You choose size S (Europe 40-42). If your body is closer to the first number, 86 (Upper bust/Torax 86-88 cm), than the second, 88, please tell me. Otherwise, the pattern will be the standard size S of between 86-88 cm for the upper bust. All sizes, both standard and custom, can be modified to your liking (for example, waist higher or lower; skirt longer, shorter, wider, narrower, unpleated, etc.). A dress can be made as either one or two pieces as a blouse and skirt, for instance. Please specify any of these alterations by email, or at the bottom of the form “Taking measurements”. .~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ Check out my other unique accessory collars here: www.contrapuntpatterns.etsy.com or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/contrapuntpatterns/ To know HOW TO TAKE MEASUREMENTS go here: http://contrapunt.weebly.com/taking-measurements.html TO SEE PHOTOGRAPHS of my patterns sewn go to https://contrapunt.weebly.com/gallery.html If you have any questions about this or any of my other items, do not hesitate to ask! I also enjoy doing custom work, and thanks for stopping in. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SHIPPING registered post-Correos takes 8-15 DAYS ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Please provide your PHONE NUMBER if you would like me to include it in the address. If you do, they can notify you by phone when the envelope arrives. The price includes a registered post and padded envelope. If you would like another shipping option (ordinary the CHEAPEST, insured, fast) or without a padded envelope, I would gladly change it for you, please let me know prior to making payment and I will adjust the shipping cost. You can check the rates in the Correos site (the Spanish national shipping company): http://www.correos.com/comun/tarifas/01P01b-CartasCertificadas.asp ----------------------------------------- SHIPPING EXPRESS: 3-4 DAYS PLEASE ask me for updates BEFORE purchasing. ----------------------------------------- NORWAY: cost €27.71 FRANCE, BELGIUM, ITALY, UNITED KINGDOM, ALEMANIA, SWITZERLAND, DENMARK: cost between €14.90 - €16.37 UNITED STATES and CANADA: cost €22.67 - €23.66 AUSTRALIA, JAPAN, HONG KONG, NEW ZEALAND: cost €33.25 . . . . . ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ . . . . . I work hard on my patterns. Please do not copy or resell them. ©copyright2017contrapuntpatterns . . . . . ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ . . . . .
With his new dance spectacular, Akram Khan has returned to the story of an unsung heroine from the Mahabharata. Take a closer look at the show
This is a Sewing Pattern .-.- Each item includes an image of a paper pattern.The image is meant to show the type of paper you will receive and how it’s been cut. The design in the image may not correspond to the design you’ve ordered (this is because I don’t yet have an image for all my designs). .-.- All my patterns are handmade to standard sizes or custom size and they contain English notes as well as notches that make it easy to join the pieces of the pattern together. A cutting diagram and information on the required yardage are included. I'm afraid they do not include sewing instructions or - No hem or seam allowance. - No detailed instruction, only the notches and symbols, and named lines basic instructions. - No step-by-step illustrations to go with instructions. However, I can write some basic construction steps if you need or any specific steps in the process that you would like me to describe. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ This is a coat design pattern made exclusively for you, with your custom size or standard size. You will have your vintage design ready to cut and sew. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ Prices for custom (made to measure) sizes are the price of the pattern plus €20 Choose the pattern and then add the following item to your cart : CUSTOM SIZE SEWING PATTERN https://www.etsy.com/listing/102701185/custom-size-sewing-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_1 FOR CUSTOM SIZES convo me your measurements and specify your body type. To assure the best fit possible, please refer to my INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO TAKE MEASUREMENTS by copying and pasting the following address into your browser: http://contrapunt.weebly.com/taking-measurements.html Once you’ve taken your measurements, please paste them into the “Note” box on the Order page. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ How to choose a STANDARD SIZE? I can make standard sizes S, M, L or, XL with small adjustments to better fit you. Sizes are a tricky issue, and there aren’t any hard and fast rules, but I’d say my list of sizes is more European than American. To assure the best fit possible, please refer to my INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO TAKE MEASUREMENTS by copying and pasting the following address into your browser: http://contrapunt.weebly.com/taking-measurements.html The best way to know your size is to take some measurements of yourself and use them to gauge your size. I can also modify a pattern to better fit your measurements. For example: You choose size S (Europe 40-42). If your body is closer to the first number, 86 (Upper bust/Torax 86-88 cm), than the second, 88, please tell me. Otherwise, the pattern will be the standard size S of between 86-88 cm for the upper bust. .~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ All sizes, both standard and custom, can be modified to your liking (for example, waist higher or lower; skirt longer, shorter, wider, narrower, unpleated, etc.). A dress can be made as either one or two pieces—as a blouse and skirt, for instance. Please specify any of these alterations by email, or at the bottom of the form “Taking measurements”. Check out my other unique accessory collars here: www.contrapuntpatterns.etsy.com or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/contrapuntpatterns/ To know HOW TO TAKE MEASUREMENTS go here: http://contrapunt.weebly.com/taking-measurements.html To see an example of my patterns sewn go here: https://contrapunt.weebly.com/gallery.html If you have any questions about this or any of my other items, do not hesitate to ask! I also enjoy doing custom work, and thanks for stopping in. ---------------------------------------------------------------- SHIPPING registered post-Correos takes 8-15 DAYS ---------------- Please provide your PHONE NUMBER if you would like me to include it in the address. If you do, they can notify you by phone when the envelope arrives. The price includes a registered post and padded envelope. If you would like ANOTHER SHIPPING OPTION (ordinary is the CHEAPER, insured, fast) or without a padded envelope, I would gladly change it for you, please let me know prior to making payment and I will adjust the shipping cost. You can check the rates in the Correos site (the Spanish national shipping company): http://www.correos.com/comun/tarifas/01P01b-CartasCertificadas.asp ----------------------------------------- SHIPPING EXPRESS: 2-4 DAYS ----------------------------------------- NORWAY: cost €27.71 FRANCE, BELGIUM, ITALY, UNITED KINGDOM, ALEMANIA, SWITZERLAND, DENMARK: cost €12.75 UNITED STATES and CANADA: cost €18:56 AUSTRALIA, JAPAN, HONG KONG, NEW ZEALAND: cost €24.09 ** ** Please bear in mind that the POSTAL SERVICE in some places isn't operating optimally, due to the Covid situation, and delays are not uncommon. Because of this, I’m RECOMMENDING DHL EXPRESS for the time being, as it’s the fastest and most reliable service right now. PLEASE ask me BEFORE purchase. ** ** . . . . . ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ . . . . . I work hard on my patterns. Please do not copy or resell them. ©copyright2017contrapuntpatterns . . . . . ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~ . . . . .
Our beloved stagnant marshmallow’s self-destructive sprint toward rock bottom is often frustrating to watch, but important for the character’s future.
Paper Mill Playhouse presents Disney's The Little Mermaid, based on the classic animated film of the same title. The American premiere of this brand new production will feature a revamped script, additional songs, a new physical production and an entirely fresh interpretation of the piece. Below, BroadwayWorld has a first look at the stars in action onstage!
Adventure Time's first mini-series, Stakes, colors in Marceline's past and brings her into the coming of age conversation that makes this show so great.
time changes, but love doesn't
Happy Halloween from our crew to yours! Over the past few weeks, our class has been working on numbers 0-5. We thought making a witch out of our five fingers was a great way to celebrate both the number 5 and Halloween! Our handprint witch has a surprise though; her nose lights up! We used battery powered tea lights for the pointy nose.