Plastic Ball Gown

by Jamie McIntosh

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Plastic Ball Gown

Sewn from square sheets of clear and matte blue plastic, this historically accurate gown has a corset to match (made from 225 mustard packets, with grommets and lacing on both sides). The garment is a women's size 5. Skirt is multi-layered with matte and clear blue plastic. Matching bows on blouse sleeves and front; ruffled details on collar and sleeves. (To see additional views and close-ups, please visit the textile gallery at www.twistedtextiles.com

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Fine Art Other/Misc. Fashion/Beauty fashion dress textile sculpture women feminism unusual

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irish rozario

irish rozario 22 Mar 2007

very resourceful! i wonder how long it took you to do the laces.. lol welldone!!

Anonymous Guest 22 Mar 2007

this is great use of plastic ... way cool! but do u wear boxers or t-back lol

Charles Jones

Charles Jones 22 Mar 2007

But I'll bet it would be HOT to wear. :) Another exquisite piece---truly twisted in just the right way!

Jamie McIntosh
Artist Reply: Thanks Charles :) Yes, the gown is quite stuffy (but I suppose if one wanted to shed some pounds, this would be the way to do it, no?) I have plans for some more pieces like this...it was definitely worth the wait. I also love the surrealness (is that a word?) of your drawings. Myself? I never "doodle" on paper, though I probably should, and so I've never found the freedom that your works seem to express. Thanks so much for the inspiration! --Jamie
Ruth Kauffman

Ruth Kauffman 21 Mar 2007

WOW! You sure did a terrific job of this gown, Jamie! I agree with Joanna...I would never have the patience!! LOL Welcome to AW!

Jamie McIntosh
Artist Reply: Thank you :) So far I am really happy with this portfolio site (people are actually *active* here!...) have a great weekend, Jamie
Jerry

Jerry 21 Mar 2007

Interesting modern style!

Joanna Jungjohann

Joanna Jungjohann 21 Mar 2007

WHATTTTTTTT? lawes you must have the patience of JOB!! BRAVO, welcome to aw, have fun and make magic!! peace

Jamie McIntosh
Artist Reply: Thanks...It did take quite a bit of time! I'm not sure now how it ever got done, but here it is! Some day I'll make the "stays" for it, to keep the skirt nice 'n poofy...