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Jun 7, 20202 min read

Body Chain Project: A Creative Interpretation of Caribbean Culture and Protest

I haven't made a body chain in a while. But I was attending a themed zoom party yesterday with @rasfmradio, and my mannequin always...

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Feb 18, 20202 min read

Trends and Translation Part 1: Current Fashion/Runway Trends and How To Incorporate Them Into Dance

1. Bows Bows are back! and unlike the 80s where we would typically see them at the hip on a low waisted party dress, the 2020 version of...

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Jan 6, 20202 min read

Daughter of the Diaspora Dress- Kente Cloth Print Project Rationale

Last month, I made a dress that I called "Daughter of the Diaspora". I name the majority of the pieces that I make, usually based on the...

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Dec 25, 20194 min read

Sourcing Fabrics for Your Sewing Projects

People always ask where I get materials from. I am fortunate to live in a fashion capital, where I have easy access to supplies. I don't...

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Dec 8, 20192 min read

A Perspective on Fast vs. Slow Fashion with Regard to Dance Costume Design

A while ago while researching, I came across a New York Times article regarding designers that deal in slow fashion. It got me thinking...

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Dec 8, 20191 min read

5 ways to Recycle Clothing and Textiles in the NYC area

Because I do one-offs- one of kind looks for myself or for clients, I often have scrap from various projects left over. I sometimes use...

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