It's About the Work

December 11, 2007

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Another team challenge… gahh, my stomach goes into knots when I hear that! Though this is the time to get all of the big, group ones out of the way, it still hurts to know that a designer’s position could be easily dictated by another designer’s skills, or lack there of. Sigh… but drama of course, prevails. Nevertheless, I’ve resigned myself to speaking solely about the fashion as that is what I’m best at, that is what you want to hear, and that is what this show should be about… so let’s get started!

Project Jillian
Overall I felt all three looks definitely looked like they were from the same collection/time period, which is an incredible feat, considering what they had to work with. All were young and flirtatious, and very smart move on their part by using the exact same fabric in all three looks – editing with so many choices was definitely the crucial part of this challenge.

Jillian
It was true what Tim said about these looks, Jillian certainly was designing for herself (which is a o.k… Donna Karen does it). I feel the proportions of the overalls are fantastic, lengthening the legs while still being flattering to the waist and torso. Also, by choosing light-weight denim it keeps the look from being completely overpowered by the one fabric, as it hugs and skims the body instead of becoming stiff and rigid like traditional overalls. Lastly, great job to Jillian for thinking of opening up the neckline; it really brings in a more feminine feel to the torso section.

Rami
I really appreciate the overall shape of Rami’s design, I think it’s cute, perky, and harks back to its retro roots, while keep the flirtatious continuity that Jillian’s look is giving off. The binding with the liberty print was a great way to tie in Kevin’s top and clearly was the blend of all three designs: the v-neck top and fitted bodice of Jillian’s, but with the liberty print and controlled fullness of both Kevin and Jillian’s pleating. Great job!

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