English Channel Dress An homage to Bonne Maman

An homage to  Bonne Maman jelly jars

Ink on fabric

handmade out of the artist's personal collection of materials

embroidery fixes certain lines in place

Dry Clean suggested

English Channel Dress An homage to Bonne MamanMade aboard a sailboat in the English Channel. Constructed from a reclaimed garment base and extensively reworked by hand. The bodice is built through layered appliqu and hand embroidery, with exposed stitching that traces the structure of the form. Fine, crossing straps create tension across the body, while the lower half falls into a softened, irregular drape. Incorporates vintage tea napkins, English bead trim, and a metallic cocktail shell sourced