Hi-C meets E.D.

Ruffle top and raw silk skirt for a client who winters in Tucson. These ruffly, pleat-y shapes are very me, but the fruit punch colors aren't usually something I'd gravitate toward, which made it a fun experiment in expressing her style and mine together. Into a box and off to Arizona today.

Fearless in fuchsia

I love Joanna. Her sense of style and adventure when it comes to clothes are a dream for a designer. She had me whip up this very simple shift for her in the loudest, loveliest shade of hot pink. In that color--the color of azaleas, popsicles and grandma's lipstick all rolled into one--the crisp lines and '60s silhouette just look so terribly chic. Notice the kelly green shoes? Love Joanna. Love her.

Who's Your Dancer?

Oregon Ballet Theatre and photographer Alicia Rose included a look from my Fall 2007 collection for the 2008 "Who's Your Dancer?" campaign. Shown: La Garçonne jumpsuit with black ball buttons and rust wool beret (OBT provided the toe shoes--and the gentlemen escorts).

Winter 2007: Bone White Wool Shift Dress

This dress has been on my winter wish list for...years ("bone white wool shift w/buttons and seaming detail"). This fall I finally found the five hours, and the fabric, to make it. Modeled by Jamie, photographed by Josh Elliott.