The Daily Commute…

Ilove my daily commute to the Lily Absinthe Studio. <3

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Introducing The Camille

We would like to take this opportunity to introduce another version of our newest and most exciting dress designs, the Camille. Inspired by the Aesthetic Movement, Impressionism, and a touch of Japonisme, we attempted to combine shades of green and chartreuse along with floral motifs to create a dress evocative of spring. Here are just a few views:

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The Camille is based on the Mid-Bustle Era styles that the Impressionist models would wear, primarily characterized by a fitted, narrow tied-back skirt that is swagged, pleated, and ruffled with fullness from the knees down. This style was also made popular by the famous actresses of the time such as Lilly Langtry and Sarah Bernhardt. What also makes this skirt more distinct is the custom bayleuse which is installed in each of our dresses which serve to create the distinct silhouette that characterized the late 1870s/early 1880s.

What’s On At The Atelier…

What’s on? There’s a whole lot of shirring going on at the atelier: 🙂

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And enjoying a little hand finishing the faux “obi fold” with the Aesthetic Japonaise print gown. <3

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And for a little inspiration… 🙂

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Charles Sprague Pearce, “Lady with a Fan”, 1883