in the studio

my studio has become my inner sanctum.  here, I can glance up from my work and see ticket stubs to places I have been in my travels, both alone and with loved ones.  photos from those travels hang on the walls as well, reminding me of laughter and exploration.

I am an avid traveler, and enjoy journeying to not only new places but also new times. on my shelves, walls, and windowsills are bits and pieces from many decades:

corsets from 1810, 1860, and 1910
evening gloves in satin, cotton, and kid leather
masks from formal balls
a mason jar of feathers for hatmaking and tucking in a swept up coiffure
beaded handbags found in vintage shops
bedecked hats and bonnets
fashion plates and sketches from past and future projects

all of these things remind me of why I am sitting in that chair each day: I love history, I love fashion, I love textiles, I love buttons, and I love bringing together all of these things to create a unique experience for each client.

why should fashion be constrained to what is on the runway today? why limit yourself to things found in retail shops? why not have that coat you saw in a vintage magazine?

I would love to help you bring history into you every day wardrobe.  let me know your vision and we can work together to make it happen.