BreastLift
Inspired by YSL’s gold breast plates, and modern day breast lifts by the knife, I decided I’d take some time out to mold untreated, un-dyed leather. The molding process only works if the leather is at least 1/4” thick. I used a severed mannequin as a base for molding the leather into its final shape.. This nude mold was actually a learning experiment and my first try, you can sort of tell I played it by ear for this project. It was extremely enjoyable and the learning process has given me many more ideas for leather molding projects.
I cut out the shape in a very organic way. I didn’t want it to look too calculated.
I have several more ideas on how to incorporate this leather molding process into real, more wearable garments. I’m thinking of cutting out sculpted pieces and integrating them into leather jackets.
For this outfit, I designed another white collared shirt by default. Since I knew it had to be something that complimented the nude corset I re-configured the center front opening to be curved/scooped out so that it did not disturb the corset. The pleated skirt with asymmetric hem is from Salvo.
I also tried styling it with a plain white shirt tucked into the corset.
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August 27th, 2009 at 11:26 pm
Amazing…
August 27th, 2009 at 11:56 pm
I love the form of a woman. Very nice.
August 27th, 2009 at 11:59 pm
I'm excited to see a leather jacket done with this sort of technique. Love the pendant impression… like you fell asleep with the necklace pressing into your flesh.
August 28th, 2009 at 12:12 am
Very beautiful….
August 28th, 2009 at 12:23 am
Love it. Very reminiscent of hussein Chalayan, but honestly I like it better like that. Be nice to mold a bone pattern onto gloves.
August 28th, 2009 at 12:24 am
this piece is striking. i think the most wearable styling is with the plain shirt underneath the leather. but who says the other ways you styled it aren't wearable? I'd wear it out! beautiful skirt also, i love the material.
August 28th, 2009 at 12:41 am
its like your alter-ego-superhero outfit… the lace up in the back is my favorite part.
August 28th, 2009 at 12:51 am
Reminds me of the lady suits made by Buffalo Bill.
August 28th, 2009 at 1:11 am
This reminds me of trigum and final fantasy, in a good way. There is an extreme edginess I get from this and I like it.
JOY D.
August 28th, 2009 at 1:29 am
EWWWWWWW
August 28th, 2009 at 1:37 am
you're so daring. i love the way you think.
August 28th, 2009 at 1:41 am
you are incredible.
i just read your entire blog in one sitting and i am in awe of how talented you are.
amazing.
August 28th, 2009 at 1:47 am
With built in nipples and all..go get it girl!!! You have been reading my mind!
August 28th, 2009 at 1:51 am
fucking amazing. youre such a genius
August 28th, 2009 at 1:57 am
OMGosh! You are absolutely unreal!!!
xx
August 28th, 2009 at 2:01 am
This is just beautiful!! I love the necklace imprint, such a nice touch, and I'm really excited to see what you do with the technique next
August 28th, 2009 at 2:11 am
I am speechless. So cool. And a little Chainsaw Massacre-y.
August 28th, 2009 at 2:23 am
how did you shape the leather like that!!???
August 28th, 2009 at 2:28 am
oh my my miss luxirare!! love the softness skin-like quality of the leather against the structured darkness of everything else….very Alexander McQueen!
August 28th, 2009 at 2:45 am
you are a genius!
August 28th, 2009 at 3:19 am
so intriguing, like a medieval warrior queen. I'd do the back laces in black and maybe darken the embossed necklace slightly with a dye to make it look more burnt it, y'know? Thanks for being inspiring as usual.
August 28th, 2009 at 3:59 am
Incredible. You're too talented and I love how you transform everything into an idea.
August 28th, 2009 at 4:06 am
Your talent never, ever ceases to amaze me. I enjoy your blog insanely.
August 28th, 2009 at 4:29 am
hey ur back! i always look forward to ur posts cuz i know theyre always so thoughtful n mind blowing. u r so talented! how long did it take u to do this?
August 28th, 2009 at 4:30 am
Oh, wow. There is some post-apocalyptic warrior thing happening in the first images. Great and very inspiring experiment with leather molding. You never fail to impress.
August 28th, 2009 at 4:40 am
WOW LADY WOW!!!!
camille x
August 28th, 2009 at 4:44 am
You never cease to amaze me with your projects! Amazing job!
August 28th, 2009 at 5:15 am
amazing shots. love those shoes!
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August 28th, 2009 at 5:17 am
holy shit!! That's the extent of my eloquence today because I am astounded. the organically-cut leather is gorgeous and I love the cross imprinted in the front..the lace detail in the back…and the re-constructed white shirt…perfect! Your projects get better and better, I can't say enough good things.
http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com
August 28th, 2009 at 5:41 am
I LOVEEEEE THIS!!!!!!
I'm so blown away, the extra "branding" of the cross just adds to the quirky-horror-esque edge of it.
It's taken all the nude-coloured skintights to a new level.
(Your shoes are so sick.Love.)
How do you actually "mold" leather? Using a heating device? (If this is a trade secret, I understand if you don't want to reveal it!)
This post was totally worth the anticipation.
Beautiful beyond words.
August 28th, 2009 at 6:27 am
Perfect, really perfect- except for the nipples. It's just too much for me.
Maybe I'm not avant garde enough? Too conservative? But even on an aesthetic level I feel like they disrupt the lovely smooth leather lines.
August 28th, 2009 at 6:29 am
I love your posts. They never fail to make my day! x
August 28th, 2009 at 6:43 am
This is so beautiful and completely innovative! I also LOVE the shoes, who makes them?
August 28th, 2009 at 6:58 am
finally….
this is very cool mademoiselle like always worth the anticipation a bit hussein chalayan but very luxirare.
yes how did you give the leather the shape wanted?? i so wanna know…
bien à vous très chère
leslie
August 28th, 2009 at 8:04 am
Mmmm, open front white shirt. I'd say fuck it all, and wear a sexy bra underneath. BAM!
August 28th, 2009 at 8:47 am
Nice pants.
August 28th, 2009 at 8:52 am
Caitlin-
yeah the nipples are pretty intense, not for everyone.
August 28th, 2009 at 8:55 am
not a fan of the corset because of the shape of the garment.
it would be amazing if you just make a simple corset with cross 'stamps' allover!
but of course you are amazing and you make things other people will not even think of.
i could not think of someone better than you in doing this kinda thing.
ive always wanted to do things you do but too lazy to even google how to!
August 28th, 2009 at 9:01 am
and one more thing,im always curious why you have so many tools and equipments..
even the simplest things like the plastic packaging for your chips,and the shaver.
i mean,not everyone will buy those sort of things unless they are having a party.
when i buy kitchen appliances,i always always always consider how often i will likely be using the thing.
you know,money-wise decision
August 28th, 2009 at 9:20 am
Completely mind blowing. Can I please apprentice for you?
http://www.trustme-itsparadise.blogspot.com
August 28th, 2009 at 9:56 am
How is it that you know how to do so many random/amazing things?
August 28th, 2009 at 10:28 am
The nipple detail is amazing! Very silence of the lambs. I hope you were listening to "Goodbye Horses" while you made that.
August 28th, 2009 at 10:47 am
WOW, that is INCREDIBLE. the details are truly amazing.
August 28th, 2009 at 10:52 am
i'm thinking that a pair of Luxirare boots are in the not too distant future. . . could i be right?? i bet the leather molding would be amazing for a pair of stylized moccasins or something. great work lady.
August 28th, 2009 at 10:57 am
huh, reminds me of a mcqueen molded corset
August 28th, 2009 at 10:59 am
This is just fascinating! I really love the asymmetrical skirt.
August 28th, 2009 at 11:11 am
The branding of your necklace is the most incredible detail. Wonderful!
August 28th, 2009 at 11:36 am
Woah that is incredibly erotic! I'd love to know how you come up with these ideas! I eagerly await the next post!!.x
August 28th, 2009 at 11:43 am
Like Margiela, but definitely a lot more organic. Not exactly wearable but definitely very inspirational. Everything you touch turns into gold, my lady! I look forward to be completely astonished by you again very soon.
August 28th, 2009 at 11:57 am
absolutely love it, especially with no shirt under or over the corset. I think the nipple details are just right – faintly there, but not full on. The shape is so beautiful.
August 28th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Ms. Luxirare-
.
If you ever want to sell that fabulous tan leather piece you got to let me know. I'm so serious about it.
Great job as always and it's so worth to wait for you to post a new entry.
xoxo
Nini
August 28th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
good start on the leather, probably needs a bit more work on the form.
August 28th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
This is so great! Loveit! <3
August 28th, 2009 at 12:43 pm
Amazingness that only you could pull off.
We've moved our blog to: http://revolutionvintage.blogspot.com
August 28th, 2009 at 12:57 pm
Silence of the Lambs guy will be jealous.
August 28th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
audacious!
August 28th, 2009 at 1:58 pm
what the….
totally worth the wait. i can't wait to see more sculpted pieces using this technique. i wanna see a full on crazy ball gown with this! the open front white shirt is ridic.
August 28th, 2009 at 2:05 pm
Wow! I love that you kept the nipples on the form :p
And by the way you're featured on refinery29: http://www.refinery29.com/under_the_influence/from_chloe_bags_to_le_cordon_b.php?page=1
August 28th, 2009 at 2:10 pm
you are just a genius
August 28th, 2009 at 2:46 pm
What a cool project! I love the final result. The lacing on the back is just as lovely.
August 28th, 2009 at 2:46 pm
Anon-
The gold breast plate is actually derivative of YSL's gold breast plates. Alexander Mcqueen took YSL's idea and basically replicated the concept in his own way, using the same gold sculpting method.
Check out the reference here:
http://www.luxirare.com/2009/05/brilliance-vs-mere-talent.html
August 28th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
This took my breath away. This piece, to me, is more like fine art than a ready to wear piece. Something I'd gladly display in my home on a glass bust form or something like that.
How long did it take you to mold and stamp it?
Oh and the skirt is amazing! Right up my alley.
August 28th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
This is gorgeous. I love leatherwork, and it's a pleasure to see what you do–I love all your projects, but this may be my favorite yet. (I can't help but hope that you do add something metallic to the mix, but that's my love of shiny talking.)
August 28th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
This is so raw and beautiful.
August 28th, 2009 at 4:39 pm
freaking genius..
August 28th, 2009 at 6:27 pm
the detail of the cross tucked into the belt is very satisfying .
pochahantus
i dont know how to spell pocahantus
August 28th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
when i am left confused, spellbound, and breathless it usually means i have read a new post from luxirare. beautiful.
August 28th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Wow. This is art!
August 28th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
what an awesome piece. love your attention to detail.
August 28th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
…..ok i love you
August 28th, 2009 at 8:57 pm
You are the most absurdly talented yet well rounded person EVER. Seriously. Most innovative fashion and cuisine. I'm always amazed.
August 28th, 2009 at 9:20 pm
I liked the first outfit you had on best. Very superhero-esque.
August 28th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
Wow! Again you manage to captivate us with your undeniable talent.. The leather adaptation is much more organic and skin-like, it's like I'm looking at a woman made out of leather lol.. The necklace imprint makes it even more unique..
I like it when you wore the white shirt tucked in more, you could see the laces in the back which gives it a nice detail.. I also love the combination of the pleated skirt with different lengths and the leather tights, they perfectly compliment each other..
August 28th, 2009 at 10:19 pm
u are crazy! i am in loveeee.
August 28th, 2009 at 10:50 pm
Another reminder why your blog beats all other blogs and why I loyally look at this religiously. Can all the Rumi-Camille-Lulu-Bryan Boys top this craftmanship? Hell no. I might as well delete my own blog.
August 28th, 2009 at 11:37 pm
hey lady…
i love that you just keep on outdoing yourself! keep up the amazing work.. you really are an inspiration
August 29th, 2009 at 12:42 am
Your blog is beautiful.
August 29th, 2009 at 6:01 am
you are so creative/inspiring!
August 29th, 2009 at 9:46 am
sooo talented. you always keep things interesting..
August 29th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
Wow, very McQueen!
August 29th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
wendy-
its actully more ySL. Mcqueen appropriated YSL's gold breast/stomach plates that YSL did back in the day.
August 30th, 2009 at 12:42 am
It puts the lotion on its skin…
August 30th, 2009 at 1:06 am
luxirare we want a behind-the-scenes post…. pretty please? we love you. why so enigmatic?
August 30th, 2009 at 2:14 am
This is really nice J. Good work.
August 30th, 2009 at 3:24 am
Incroyable! You have done it again. Amazing work.
August 30th, 2009 at 8:49 am
do you shoot the fashion shots? self timer?
August 30th, 2009 at 10:11 am
i tell you, i've been around in the blogosphere and you are quite unique. but you know it already. it's so difficult to find new and inspiring stuff in the web. i want to thank you for making your ideas concrete and sharing them with us.
August 30th, 2009 at 10:12 am
Speechless.. that's what you make me.
August 30th, 2009 at 11:25 am
You are amazing.
August 30th, 2009 at 12:42 pm
Way too dope. I'd like a nipple ring to go with those 8" money making shoes. Pleasers perhaps?
August 30th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
Super erotic. Very in your face sexuality. Only a brave, bold woman could pull this off. Wow.I, along with everyone else, would want you to sell your designs. At the same time, I don't want you to. Then they'd be mass-produced and somehow less special; I love that they're one of a kind. I'm also tempted to tell you to try to intern/work for someone like Rick Owens, but I don't know how much anyone can teach you about garment construction. I like that you're a seamstress first and foremost, a skill fewer and fewer designers possess Yalla, I like that Luxirare is enigmatic. Nice contrast to overexposed bloggers. You actually pay attention to the clothes.astly, all fucking hail YSL.
August 31st, 2009 at 7:40 am
I love the moulded leather – I went to Colette and the had a beautiful moulded black bodice (can't remember who by)…and ever since I've wanted to try it out….you must share how this is done. I fully appreciate that this may be some special heating process etc, but I'd love to have a go!
Just found your blog (where the heck have I been) and I'm in Love. Genius! x
August 31st, 2009 at 9:17 am
This is outrageous and gutsy and delicious. Well done. Am always in awe of your designs.
August 31st, 2009 at 10:35 am
i wish i was rich like you
August 31st, 2009 at 11:59 am
Amazing… love it. I miss your posts!
August 31st, 2009 at 3:35 pm
incredible. you are such an inspiration and i look forward to your posts!
August 31st, 2009 at 7:50 pm
One of the coolest things I've seen in a while. You fuckin rule!
August 31st, 2009 at 10:29 pm
madly in lust with this piece. AND THOSE PANTS !! OMG WHERE CAN I GET THOSE!! ===lovely as always.
September 1st, 2009 at 9:11 am
you are like this powerful entity.. your creativity and execution are so much more than just impressive. flattery might not be your thing but, honestly – you are immaculate.
September 1st, 2009 at 9:03 pm
WOOOWWWW!!!!
*speechless*
September 2nd, 2009 at 12:44 am
Awesome! =D
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September 2nd, 2009 at 3:49 am
It is absolutely amazing. Just… woooow!
September 2nd, 2009 at 5:08 am
OMG
September 2nd, 2009 at 5:45 am
I seriously ran out of words to describe how great and amazing your work is and of course how extremely awesome you are.
September 2nd, 2009 at 6:15 am
that is CRAZY! I hope you show us the molding projects you will do in the future!
September 2nd, 2009 at 10:17 am
Love you Blog! Amazing pictures!
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September 2nd, 2009 at 10:59 am
So interesting and amazing! Beautiful…
September 2nd, 2009 at 11:16 pm
whoa…! crazy cool, very cheeky and delightfully subversive.
September 3rd, 2009 at 11:09 am
some of these comments are lmfao 4ever.
ilu bb, keep up the excellent work.
September 3rd, 2009 at 4:45 pm
beyond incredible-you are a true artist.
September 3rd, 2009 at 7:21 pm
i cant even believe how amazing your work is. it has me in awe right now!i love your aesthetic!!i would L O V E if you checked out MY DESIGN BLOG:BRI'S DESIGN LOVE FEST
September 3rd, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Inspiring post.
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September 3rd, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Inspiring post.
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September 3rd, 2009 at 11:24 pm
this is so odd but so cool – i def. want to do a post on my blog with your pictures.
be sure to check it out/stay posted –
http://jesuismichelle.blogspot.com/
September 4th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
are you really just one person!?
September 6th, 2009 at 6:01 am
seeing those http://www.style.com/slideshows/fashionshows/
F2009RTW/FENDI/RUNWAY/00170m.jpg from Fendi FW09 I had to think of your work.
But I prefer yours, because it's much more organic
September 6th, 2009 at 7:29 am
You have inspired me to appropriate the YSL breast and stomach plates for my art assignment.
Thankyou, you are seriously a beacon of hope for high fashion in this time of financial crisis.
And if you had your own fashion house, you would have many an investor fighting for a share. I wait with baited breath for each of your posts. Cheers, madeleinelouisewww.wekilledcouture.com
September 6th, 2009 at 12:17 pm
please update soon – gots withdrawals haha
September 6th, 2009 at 6:04 pm
very very creatiove…i also love hw her face isnt showning..it keeps u wandering
follow follow–>
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September 7th, 2009 at 1:14 am
I don't get used to the bodyform-leather, but I think you're the person who has risked more about this. I can not decide what I prefer -your kitchen entries or your fashion ones. Do you ever do something that's not amazingly artistic? (Sorry for the english, love from Madrid, Spain)
September 7th, 2009 at 4:15 am
i am not able to describe how much i like these outfits!
September 7th, 2009 at 8:10 am
Wow, if only I could get my hands on one of those moulds!
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September 7th, 2009 at 10:39 am
sooo creative and i love your shoes!
September 10th, 2009 at 3:12 pm
To tell you the truth, I love this idea, you're so creative, that's wonderful.
September 11th, 2009 at 7:17 am
Everything you create is so sick, you're art is an amazing inspiration to anyone, you are amazing. Absolute Visual Perfection.
September 12th, 2009 at 6:58 pm
At the same time as wishing for a 'behind the scenes' post, unable to comprhend how amazing your creations are, I think it would spoil the essence of mystery. At this point in time, you seem super-human.
I did a critical study on this piece for my A level, i hope you don't mind. In response I sculpted a belt with the same technique, A stomach button and tattoo with lightly tanned leather. Raw silk attatched behind the sides to be tied at the back.
Thank you so much for being so inspirational.
September 13th, 2009 at 11:00 pm
You have an amazing style. You should sell your clothes that you make on eBay
September 13th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
Also check out my blog @ kimberleylovesfashion.blogspot.com
September 13th, 2009 at 11:28 pm
Eventually I will try and set up an E commerce store…
September 14th, 2009 at 11:31 pm
Can anyone say “Silence of the Lambs”???????
September 15th, 2009 at 8:31 pm
you are one of the most brilliant creators i have ever come into contact with. I hope this is what you’re living on and is fully compensated by it. Let me know if/when you have your own label.
September 17th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
U r sublime
) Increadible finess… started to research moulding tecknics on the net right away…I wish I could knew more about you, where do you live are you a boy or a girl 
) Bravo!!!
September 28th, 2009 at 5:00 pm
You’re SO creative! I definitely support you starting your own store
September 30th, 2009 at 2:17 am
I would do anything to wear these pieces.
D
Again, gorgeoud photos
September 30th, 2009 at 2:18 am
I would do anything to wear these pieces.
D
Again, gorgeous photos.
September 30th, 2009 at 10:29 pm
You are absolutely amazing. You aren’t posting your favorite editorials, you aren’t imitating the Olsens and you certainly aren’t trying to pair fashion with pseudo deep introspection. You are innovative. You are an individual. You stand completely and thankfully in a league all your own.
September 30th, 2009 at 10:44 pm
it puts the lotion on the skinnnn….
October 3rd, 2009 at 6:08 am
oooh that’s hot and the shoes are gorgeous. i love this blog! it’s got everything i like and need. gotcha linked up on my own if you don’t mind. x
October 6th, 2009 at 10:53 pm
perfection as usual. i love the corset worn over the poplin shirt. you are so talented!
October 11th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Did you make this skirt / alter it at all.
I always come back to this post.. thinking of how i could make one like it…
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