Chain Jacket
Today’s post provides a little sneak peak through the process of making a Luxirare Chain jacket.
It all starts with a shoe, some messing around, some drawing, some muslin fitting, and then onto the final
prototype.
Out of all the shoes I’ve seen through a couple of seasons now, these YSL cage boots have to be my absolute favorite in terms of design. In terms of heel height, my favorite shoes are definitely the Nini Ricci platform ankle boots from Fall 09; only Daphne Guinness seems to have the access to these shoes so I have definitely given up my pursuit for them. Of course there are a million copies of this cage boot, some even really good, but no copy has been able to mimic the cage heel. The major selling point of this shoe was definitely the cage heel. The whole shoe reminds me of the movie, Hellraiser, except without the pins.
After fiddling around with the shoes, I start to design my jacket to go with this shoe.
The major material/fabric for this jacket? Thats right, silver cut black chains. I found these super light weight chains that are actually made of aluminum and ordered them immediately. I thought it would be good for clothes because it wouldn’t be too heavy.
The base drape. You can see it differs from the drawing, thats because I made some slight changes.
The jacket may look like its made out of sequins, but actually these are all just chains sewed onto the fabric.
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Category: Fashion | Tags: feature 195 comments »
November 12th, 2009 at 1:53 pm
stunning!!!!! my god did you sew the chains in by hand?!
November 12th, 2009 at 1:55 pm
BEST EVER. Is it super heavy to wear? I love the cup design and how it is truly the perfect compliment to the shoes. Although I personally liked the Calvins with the square heel that seemed almost detached from the rest of the shoe. Funny how they both came out around the same time. Do work Ji!!!
November 12th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
you´re such a genious!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
How many pairs of pliers did you gt through – your hands must be blistered!
Adore the peachy colour under the flounces.
November 12th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
i want this jacket! i want it so much!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Oh my god!!!!!!!!!!! This is my favorite fashion post since I have started coming to Luxirare in July. Wow. So simple but just brilliant. It looks so good with the shoes. You make the YSL cages look fresh despite them being pounded into our heads for the past year. I have never seen them look so good.
My GOD I love that jacket.
I have not “gushed” over luxirare in quite some time but dear god this is gush worthy. Just beautiful.
Thanks for the inspiration girl.
November 12th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
what impresses me the most about you is how you’re able to come up with a concept, act on it, and see it through to completion. in the future, i’d like to see you get into more detail with how the piece was actually produced. did you have trouble with sewing the chains on? did you attach them only at certain places to create movement in the places where the chains aren’t sewn down? what about the shoulders? how are they constructed? did you end up lining the sleeves or body– cupro perhaps?
again, this is all quite fascinating to see you realize your vision, but rather than jumping directly from the conceptual drawing stage to the finished product, i would’ve like to see more of the actual construction process.
November 12th, 2009 at 2:13 pm
I’d like to see the jacket with nude legs and the cage heels – the leggings are a bit distracting and I’m not a fan of the texture combined with the heels and jacket.
Is the bottom half of the jacket mesh on top of nude fabric?
Anyhow, great work! and love love love the sketches and muslin pics. Looking forward to more ‘behind the scenes’ photos!!!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:13 pm
Wow, thats amazing! How long did it take to sew all those chains? That must have been very difficult!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
It looks so fluid!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:16 pm
PLEASE DESIGN AND SELL CLOTHES TO US MERE MORTALS
November 12th, 2009 at 2:18 pm
amazing, as always!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
wow i am dumbfounded. have been reading your site for quite a long time and i get “dumber” every single post.. literally! thanks for sharing such a beautiful piece u made
November 12th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
Completely stunning, triple underlined. I love the trompe l’oeil of the chains glinting like sequins.
I think what keeps us marvelling at your site is not only the depth of creativity of your ideas, but the perseverence and patience to create them. Equally if not more inspiring.
You should see the french Frederic Wiseman documentary “la danse” (playing at the film forum)–if you haven’t already. It is outrageously inspiring cinematically and there are also amazing scenes of the costume department.
November 12th, 2009 at 2:41 pm
I’m awestruck!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:42 pm
you are more creative and talented in the field of sewing & design than some major designers selling today. and that’s a fact.
November 12th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
This is absolutely fabulous! I love how the sleeves and the bottom have a tan color showing through- it looks unique this way….and WOW the chest is superbly done! love it!
November 12th, 2009 at 2:54 pm
You are so talented & amazing! The heels are to-die-for, but I think the jacket just topped it.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:02 pm
So gorgeous. Seriously, that is such a good coat. And the shoes are delish.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:11 pm
FANTASTIC. You show such intense attention to detail and patience with involved processes in both your food and fashion posts. In a time when everything is so mass-produced and slap-dashed together, I find your site so inspiring. Real craftsmanship.
I’m guessing the chains were sewn on by hand— how long did it take? Like Daniel (above) I would love to hear more about the process.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
Gorgeous, and I agree with Natalie completely – it’s your perseverance to see these very detailed projects through to the end that is so impressing. Wonderful!
November 12th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
unbelievable.
eagerly awaiting the day i can purchase your pieces and hang them, not in my closet, but on my walls.
will you treat us to a video in the near future ?
November 12th, 2009 at 3:26 pm
Every time you post a new creation, whether fabric or food, my mind is blown. And that’s a fact.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
A video is coming very soon.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
i am way beyond impressed. this is gorgeous. incredible.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
You never cease to amaze me everytime. LOVE your fashion posts very much. This is such an amazing jacket! Just wondering if u sew the chains on by hand (if so, omg, your patience level is way up there) or if you used the machine. Many have probably told you this, but I think you should honestly consider selling your creations. They are very fabulous work.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
I guess that’s how modern bourgeoisie spends some free time at home nowadays… still wondering how your cortex comes up with so much creativity all the time!
November 12th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
This piece is absolutely amazing. I stumbled across your website months ago while jumping from food blogs. I have to say I am so glad I found it, and while I do enjoy your food posts, I enjoy the fashion aspect SO much more.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
F! the end. it is really nice how the chains ‘fan’ out at the bottom/sleeves. how much does that weigh??
November 12th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
i heart hte pik in black and white where you are touching the drawing’s hand and it looks like ure drawn too. so i know u said the chains are lightweight, but having that much on the shirt is it heavy at all? also, i think it would be sick to have a fitted jacket made of the dark top color.
November 12th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Is there nothing you cannot do?
i love the photograph of you in black and white next to your drawing – genius
November 12th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
About two months, just worked on it a little every week.
November 12th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
wow. fucking stunned.
November 12th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 12th, 2009 at 5:30 pm
Nice to hear kathryn! I’m glad there are a few people who like the fashion too. =)
November 12th, 2009 at 5:30 pm
your blog is amazing. YOU are amazing! WOW!!!
November 12th, 2009 at 5:30 pm
The top portion of the jacket was sewn by machine. The nude portions, the chains were sewn by hand.
November 12th, 2009 at 5:40 pm
LOVE LOVE LOVE the YSL cage boots, and your jacket….is Uh.May.Zing!!!
xx
November 12th, 2009 at 5:57 pm
Dear Luxi,
Please keep on doing what you do. I love the intelligence of your designs, be they edible or wearable. I love the little intellectual and pop-culture references you make in your creations, and it’s also wonderful how you straddle the deeply serious and the deeply superficial.
Thank you xx
November 12th, 2009 at 6:02 pm
I am speechless. This has to be my favorite post you’ve done.
November 12th, 2009 at 6:03 pm
This is my favorite project of yours yet. I love the nude underlay skirt, gives it a very interesting illusion of being pleated. I think Gaga would be jealous.
November 12th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
hi! it blows my mind how you think so out of the box ALL the time (wrt both the food and fashion) and it’s crazy dream-like. So i’m wondering, how you afford everything? it must be so expensive, I really admire how you (must, presumably) work real hard to afford to do the things you love.
I hope I don’t offend you! i just wanna know how you can stay so invincible; i’m in awe.
November 12th, 2009 at 6:17 pm
Absolutely unbelievable. I can’t imagine all the hours of hand sewing that went into this! Amazing.
xx
Tiffany
November 12th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
That is amazing!
November 12th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
Your work is AMAZING.
November 12th, 2009 at 6:40 pm
You are out of this real. Incredibly talented in every way and your concepts just blows my mind! The dress is gorgeous and I can’t even imagine the amount of work that went into it. This is my favorite post so far!!
November 12th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
Fantastic! I’m simply in awe.
November 12th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
Ok, please ignore the typos and wrong use of words in my last post. I was that stunned by the amazingness. :}
November 12th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
Wow! That jacket is gorgeous! I think its one of the most beautiful thing I’ve seen so far on your blog. I’m sure you’d never want to repeat the effort it took to make it, but you should get yourself a troop of sassy Italian seamstresses so we can all share in your creations. Get on it.
November 12th, 2009 at 7:31 pm
Wow this is absolutely incredible! Of all the amazing pieces you’ve made this has to be my favourite. I love the contrast of the black and nude panels with the chains. Incredible!
November 12th, 2009 at 8:02 pm
I can’t even begin to imagine the number of hours this jacket must have taken you to complete! And with such finesse! Between your ingenuity and skill in the kitchen and apparel design, I know I speak for a number of people when I say, please open up a restaurant/boutique! Pronto!
November 12th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
*FAINTS*
November 12th, 2009 at 8:07 pm
stop it, you are too amazing! This is a work of ART!
November 12th, 2009 at 8:28 pm
My goodness, that is some meticulous craftmanship. Ahh-mazing! I would love to see your designs strutted down the runway. Completely unlike any other blogger out there and a total master at your craft. I wish I was as patient and witty as you as a designer.
November 12th, 2009 at 9:00 pm
amazing… fabulous!!
November 12th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
As soon as I saw the front page, I literally said, “Holy shit!” Incredible. Just when I think you can’t outdo yourself, you set the bar higher.
Can you do a FAQ: what you do for a living, your design/clothing construction/cooking training if any, hobbies, etc.
November 12th, 2009 at 9:18 pm
It is indeed a stunner. I know how horribly difficult chain can be to work with. Your construction makes it look as easy as ribbon. I have one question about the bodice. How often did you sew on each of links in the sequence in order for it to fit snuggly. When I tried doing something like this I found that I had to attach each link, but maybe you have some special trade secret.
November 12th, 2009 at 9:26 pm
oh my god. oh my god. you amaze me so much. this is incredible. your blog is incredible, ahh
November 12th, 2009 at 9:29 pm
OMG!!!!!!! you are so talented! ……. I love your blog!
November 12th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
those shoes are divine and the jacket is a dream. saw the shoes at the barney’s sale but they didn’t have my size, which was truly unfortunate. speaking of sales, i thought of you today when i stopped by the row sample sale. i made out like a bandit (four super soft, amazing pieces) and lauren hutton was there!
November 12th, 2009 at 10:03 pm
This is probably the most amazing thing I’ve ever seen. Except maybe for those insane armadillo shoes from McQueen’s latest show. How heavy is this when you wear it? Even if the chains are relatively light, it must still be very heavy!
But wow, this is beautiful.
November 12th, 2009 at 10:16 pm
I absolutely love you showing your idea process. Hopefully, we can see more behind the scenes posts in the future, because most blogs who feature sewing are absolutely outdated. You can draw AND sew which is amazing.
November 12th, 2009 at 10:18 pm
Also, I was wondering what brand your dress form is or where you purchased it at? It looks sturdy and I like that the base has wheels.
November 12th, 2009 at 11:04 pm
badass. just badass. michael jackson would pee his pants over this.
November 12th, 2009 at 11:20 pm
Wow, the workmanship is jawdropping as usual. Your work is akin to couture more than just the run of the mill production.
I don’t see any of the threads/stitching from the chain to the fabric at all. I think there’s a very immediate translation from the sketch to the final prototype. Which is usually a struggle to achieve.
Like in architecture, 99% of the time, we don’t get to create a satisfactory physical conception of our sketches (usually when we start putting spaces in, fenestration, building services, etc, things change a lot).
Do you rationalise your sketches as you draw, so that it’s realistic?
November 12th, 2009 at 11:27 pm
I love the obsessive-compulsive nature that the chains brought to this piece. I’m totally at a loss for how the chains on the upper piece could be sewn by a machine! I can imagine a sea of broken needles…
November 12th, 2009 at 11:45 pm
Fucking Couture!
November 13th, 2009 at 12:12 am
masterpiece! i would pay up to 5 thousand for that. how about auctioning off your pieces? haha. your dog is cute, she/he looks confused/bored at what you’re doing.
November 13th, 2009 at 12:14 am
Hi Pan,
Good point you make about the distraction, I have to say I do agree now that you mention it!
November 13th, 2009 at 1:29 am
hi there possible to see an updated visual of you in the jacket with cage boots minus the leggings?
think it would look twice as badass!
; )
November 13th, 2009 at 2:05 am
wow! you are amazing and very talented.
is it heavy? the jacket?
I Am Denise Katipunera
November 13th, 2009 at 3:25 am
this is such a beautiful piece. i’ve been a reader of your blog for a while now and i love both the food and fashion posts. i know this will sound odd but i am really intrigued to know what star sign you are…?
November 13th, 2009 at 4:06 am
Capricorn.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:12 am
wow!!! words cannot describe how fascinated I am.
November 13th, 2009 at 5:21 am
J, this is so fucking impressive! Are you worried about it oxidizing? Actually come to think of, it would probably be a rad look since the mesh is flesh toned.
It’s probably because market is coming up soon, and I’ve been in final fittings and pricing meetings all day, but my brain is swelling with estimations on how much this dress must have cost to make, and how much it would cost to produce and sell it. I don’t know why but I’m completely fixated.
November 13th, 2009 at 5:23 am
Also, just had to add that this dress would looks so freaking fantastic with clear latex leggings…
November 13th, 2009 at 6:49 am
beautiful!! I love the photo where you hold the hand of your drawing! fun mirror effect!
your work is so delicate and striking at the same time!
November 13th, 2009 at 9:39 am
finally, another luxirare sketch.
this must be my favorite part of the post.
Cheers,
wekilledCOUTURE.
November 13th, 2009 at 12:50 pm
OMG. OMG!!!!!!!!!! you.are.amazing.
This is THE MOST incredible post I have ever seen.
WOW
Amber
November 13th, 2009 at 1:12 pm
You amaze as always. Love the nude base color and the detailing of the cups.
November 13th, 2009 at 1:19 pm
I LOVE that you showed your actual sketch of the dress before it was made. So so so so amazing. It must have taken so long to sew the chains by hand. Absolutely breathtaking.
November 13th, 2009 at 2:21 pm
I have to just say, the photograph where you are “touching hands” with the sketch is unbelievably great…
November 13th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
You’ve inspired me to finish my own art project, an oversized winter scarf. Thank you!!!!!!
November 13th, 2009 at 3:53 pm
I love you bring up the word simple. I am trying to design towards that direction. Its easy to add, hard to eliminate. Design gets hard when you stop designing for the hanger, and you start designing for the girl. Anyone can decorate, design something complicated with intricate patterns etc…Sometimes I design just to design, but I want to stop and go back, try to simplify. Simplified but making it still interesting.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Oh thanks for the film tip Natalie! I will be sure to check it out when I have time. I love any movies with crazy theatrical costumes.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Hi, no I sewed the chains on the top portion of the jacket by machine, then the skirt by hand.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Yes its my favorite picture too! Glad you enjoy it.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:59 pm
Guinn, thats wonderful. Do work!
November 13th, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Hi isuka,
Maybe I can post this outfit on my image feed for you if I have time. Things are pretty busy around here as thanksgiving is coming up. But we will see. Thank you for the suggestion.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
Sadly these skilled italian seamstresses are dropping like flies, the ones that have cultivated their skills and using their techniques in paris “flou” are hard to find, like needles in a haystack.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:03 pm
Fact: I like to eat Maruchan Ramen while watching new episodes of The Hills late at night.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:05 pm
Yes, there are lots of things I can’t do….Example; put me in a sport, any sport, and I’ll fail miserably.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:07 pm
No trade secret, I just sewed the chains as close as possible next to each other. Its good to link knot the end of the chain to the beginning point of where it starts on the fabric. It anchors the chain, Then once the anchor is set in you can start pulling the chain straight onto the fabric and put your sewing machine through it.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
I love how you bring up the broken needles! There were indeed a couple of them!!
November 13th, 2009 at 4:09 pm
I got it from an industrial sewing supply/notions store on 39th between 7th and 8th, right next to port authority.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:10 pm
Straddling the line between deeply serious and deeply superficial…interesting..I like it.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
Yes that is also my favorite picture. The jacket feels like a heavy peacoat, but isn’t heavy compared to what a real chain jacket would feel like.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
Liz, the detail you bring up about the pleats, SO TRUE! I was thinking the same exact thing, that it felt pleated.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:17 pm
Whoa did you get a picture of her? Yes the cage boots are my favorite, too unfortunate they didn’t have your size, they would have looked great on you.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:20 pm
Hi Fashion Roadkill,
Thanks for appreciating the sketch part. I wanted to skip it because I was really tired but I thought it would be a nice way to enlighten the process. I had to draw an almost full size illustration for the pictures so there was a little elbow grease involved but I think it was worth it.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:29 pm
Maybe there will be something for you in the Luxirare Store, coming soon.
November 13th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
This is really lovely, my favourite post of yours so far. I was just wondering where you purchased the chains from?
November 13th, 2009 at 5:20 pm
They were sourced from a Factory in China. I ordered them in bulk, in various thicknesses.
November 13th, 2009 at 6:08 pm
I have to agree with you and the other commenters – the photo of you touching the hand of the sketch is my favorite. Although it’s so cute how your pup is looking up at you and then sleeping on your tummy in a couple photos. I so miss my old dog.
Love the comments about Italian seamstresses. Back in the day, I worked as a buyer at the old I. Magnin in SF. We had a whole group of Italian tailors and seamstresses who also worked there. They were amazing. I used to find excuses to head down to the “sewing room” just so I could hear them chatter away in Italian and scope out what they were working on.
November 13th, 2009 at 6:17 pm
chain boobies xo
November 13th, 2009 at 6:19 pm
Are you God? You have left me speechless, yet again
November 13th, 2009 at 7:25 pm
wow, so stunning. you are such a talent…amazing… you are a Capricorn?! me too
YAY!
November 13th, 2009 at 8:19 pm
[...] another note, Luxirare is a genious. I want this jacket so bad. But for now I’ll settle for gazing at (aka drooling over) the amazing pictures of [...]
November 13th, 2009 at 9:49 pm
beauiful and inspired. those are some of my favorite shoes, too.
i saw a girl on the subway the other i day i thought might be you…hoped was you but didn’t say anything. haha you have fans, girl.
November 13th, 2009 at 10:35 pm
[...] Luxirare’s Chain Jacket is flat-out amazing, not to mention inspiring. And those YSL booties aren’t bad either. [...]
November 14th, 2009 at 2:08 am
you make the seemingly impossible, possible
*applause*
wewontgothere.blogspot.com
November 14th, 2009 at 3:12 am
I love visiting your blog. It is a feast for the eyes and the soul. My daughter-in-law is just finishing her design course. I have sent her links to your blog on many occasions. I am going to go and send her this post too.
This is stunning…ahhh…would that I was young again and could even contemplate wearing something so amazing! (I am probably your oldest fan!!! LOL)
I read everyone’s comments and I have to say, in addition to the fashion and food posts I come back for your amazing photography. You are a gift in my day!
November 14th, 2009 at 8:01 am
I love the image where the sketch is reaching out and touching the finished piece! Do you always design in large format, at almost a 1:1 scale? I can imagine large format drawing allows for a better visualisation of the the finished piece… I would love to see your other sketches.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:08 pm
I wish I could add to the comments, but really, there is nothing left to say!
Fantastic! I almost like the white fabric in the picture better than the beige; white goes so much better with black. However, I do like the leggings, unlike others? I don’t think the distract too much, and they emphasize how cute and fluid the top moves. Without the leggings, it would be distracting away from the beauty of the top; so the leggings are kind of a nice, black, blank canvas for the top to over. Bravo for your dedication! 
Luxirare store? Yes, please. And one more thing: is there a way to set it where you can **** out the curse words in the comments? Your posts don’t curse that much, and I enjoy them that way, so please keep them that way! 
But the comments are really nasty to read, even if they ARE giving complements, they are hard for me to read with so much profanity. Really distastefull and distracting! Otherwise, love it! This is my favorite non-food post! I am a behind-the-scenes lover. And the Doggie? SO CUTE!
November 14th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
wouldn’t you know, they had several “NO CAMERAS OR VIDEO RECORDERS” signs all over the showroom so alas, no pics of miss hutton
November 14th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
FUCK ME, I JUST DIED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is absolutely stunning!
You are what I love in fashion, I hate those stupid designers that copy from the high street.
November 14th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
Capricorns rule, don’t we! I’ve been checking your pages from inception, and your designs never fail to impress me. But this? This is beyond! Love the textural elements between the shades of light and dark that are created by the chains. Must let you know that even though my aesthetic is very different from yours, you’ve inspired me to share some of my own designs, too! When is that store coming???? Allow me to pre-order : 1 leather bustier in tan. 1 Nude Moto Jacket. 1 Chain Jacket. Thanks!
November 14th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
i love how your drawing is posed like Edward Scissorhands. . . especially because the resulting jacket looks like something his sister might wear! Fantastic work lady. xx
November 14th, 2009 at 6:22 pm
The shoes are incredible.
The jacket is amazing.
But somehow its the silhouette of your back and hair in the first picture where you’re crouching in front of your sketch, that’s breath taking.
Great post, all around.
November 14th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
Gorgeous, really stunning.
I saw you mention a Luxirare store in some comments further up, does this mean we might be able to purchase some of your deisgns in the future?
November 14th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
That is the most incredible jacket I have ever seen. You are an unbelievable talent!
Where did you find all of those chains and what kind of fabric did you use to sew them to? Is it hand sewn?
OH MY GOD!
November 15th, 2009 at 1:01 am
i RARELY post comments on blogs… i mean RARELY. but every single time that i come to your blog i feel as though i would be a horrible person if i didn’t leave you a comment telling you how talented you are! this is soooooooooo amazing— blows my mind!! if you ever decided to sell your designs there would be a waiting list that goes for years just so women could get their hands on your stuff! sooo incredible!!!!!!!!
November 15th, 2009 at 3:38 am
i love visiting this blog. you surprise me every time, it just gets better and better! i mean seriously, all of these sewed on chains? this must’ve taken forever! it looks like a couture piece that costs $$$$. don’t be too upset over the nina ricci’s bc the pieces you have are extremely beautiful, original, and really one of a kind. thanks for letting us witness your talent!
November 15th, 2009 at 4:15 am
meeeeeeeeeeee wanteeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
November 15th, 2009 at 5:09 am
I have been going onto this site for ages
and i seriously love this piece! its looks very detailed yet also simple at the same time. I hope it’s okay if i take picture and post it on my blog? (of course, i’ll source it) (:
November 15th, 2009 at 6:24 am
I was wondering if you could post the link as to where u got the chains? and do they sell thinner and smaller varieties?
thanks! and simply breathtaking!!!
November 15th, 2009 at 8:54 am
What a great jacket, in some strange way it’s not too flashy in the wrong sense of the word. This would make an amazing floor length gown too- my favorite part are actually the cups- are those padded or does the shape just come from the chains? Also what fabric did you line the top portion with, self fabric?
November 15th, 2009 at 10:37 am
you are utterly out of this world. I dont know anyone quite like you! are you planning to open a luxirare shop soon – possibly an online boutique? please keep us posted!
November 15th, 2009 at 11:42 am
Beautiful. I love the pair of “exposed structure”. Like the cage heels reveal “the secret structure mesh” of beautiful boot, your chain lines reveal the structure of the jacket. Graphic and conceptual, but very wearable at the same time.
You should not be that bothered about your height. You are very well proportioned – that adds some virtual height to your frame.
November 15th, 2009 at 2:07 pm
Yes, I paired them with the boots cause the structure was semi-similar. I love these shoes, they are m favorite in my closet right now haha.
November 15th, 2009 at 3:20 pm
I am afraid to visit nowadays because your posts are always so original and incredible that blow me away every single time. I cannot imagine how hard it must be for you to come up with such great concepts. I’ve been holding off from purchases to cleanse my system but I think a Luxirare piece will break my ban.
November 15th, 2009 at 6:00 pm
this is so amazing. i love the look of sequined miniskirts and i’ve been looking for a good one online, but can never find one, but a chain miniskirt could be a good alternative. i think it’ll be a good DIY to do
thanks for the insiration!
November 15th, 2009 at 7:04 pm
holy moly. this is truly amazing, and to say the least- inspiring, amazing blog, will be following you
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November 15th, 2009 at 7:39 pm
oh, you always make me feel amazing! so intelligence design~
November 15th, 2009 at 7:57 pm
Wowwwww. I love this post toooo along with your others. This is the first time I see your sketch!
It’s so brave of you to just sketch life size on a piece of paper. I’ve done that on my finished designs but never before I finish them. Caz there’s always some changes when u finish the clothes, in my case. You just rendered them as is!!! I love how your charcoal lines come out lively on your cloth through chains. Brilliant choice! Your last few shots literally represents the line mark/ effect of charcoal or graphite on a piece of paper. And you created that in the photograph! The overexposure on the last 2 shots was especially effective to see a live design in front of you. Anyway, I can’t stop commenting on the piece i like. hehe. I just never seen a design that’s been rendered like this in comparison to the sketch and was really amazed.
November 15th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
You are so incredibly talented! You never cease to amaze!!!
xx
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November 16th, 2009 at 1:57 am
I love the jacket! I love all your other creations but I’m not brave enough to wear them – this one on the other hand is stunning and very wearable! The breast cones are beautifully done. Love the pairing of the nude fabric underneath the chains.
By the way, I saw the Nina Ricci shoes at the shop window at the Hong Kong store ‘On Pedder’ http://www.onpedder.com/ I’m not sure if they were selling the shoes or just using them as part of a Christian Joy exhibition. I just stood outside the shop and drooled at them!! I could not believe I’d see them in person. The exhibition is down now (was on in Aug-Sept), but maybe contact them and see if they’d be able to track down a pair for you?
was also drooling all over the cage boots when I saw them in person. held them in my hand like they were gold, but alas, I could not afford them.
November 16th, 2009 at 2:04 am
PS I did not realise 5th photo from bottom is a pairing if your illustration with a real photo! wow wow wow!
November 16th, 2009 at 4:05 am
you are amazingly creative and so very style! those birdcage shoes have been my dream since seeing them on seaofshoes. and that dress looks so good!
November 16th, 2009 at 6:48 am
this is so awesome!!!
November 16th, 2009 at 10:47 am
Altough I don’t like the cone form of the bust I really see the point of beign like this.
With no doubt this is one of your masterpieces.
I just saw in one comment “Luxirare Shop” …. Is this happening? Really!?
Girl, you are a trully visionary! I want to have your sketch on my wall, pure art!
Xoxo
November 16th, 2009 at 11:02 am
whew-wee sister!! i will probably link up to anything and everything you create forever!
i cannot even imagine throwing some black jeans on, FMPumps, and this bad ass mamma jamma of a jacket
as alabama whirly would say, you’re so cool
thank you as always, for sharing xx
November 16th, 2009 at 11:03 am
Stunning jacket and photos here… your blog is so unique!
November 16th, 2009 at 2:01 pm
i love all of these pictures! so creative.
and those shoes are amazing.
November 16th, 2009 at 5:43 pm
You know, I didn’t think you could top the heavenly delirium of truffles, but I was wrong. And, I certainly didn’t think I’d like another jacket more than Margiela’s, but really, I was so wrong. This piece is outlandishly wonder-evoking. It’s like streams of little stars cascade from each image to the next…love the MIchelangelo-esque-Adam-and-God-touching-fingers-ref in your photo above, not sure if that was intended, but clever nonetheless. That jacket, quite possibly the most magnificent thing I think you’ve created (that I have seen on your blog). Please do tell, was it insanely costly to have all those chains shipped over? Would you leave the contact info for that? Also, did you already work that company before or was it a blind-shot-in-the-dark when you decided to order from that particular company?
Thanks for your visually-nirvanic post.
GG
November 16th, 2009 at 5:49 pm
Oh, and your dog, a Maltese? Super cute, what’s his/her name? What do you use for his/her eyes? My aunt has been trying with zero luck something called “crystal eyes” and then has just started on some oral pills…I’ve looked in shops but cannot find anything for her little baby that will keep the tear stains away…any advice much appreciated – as always.
GG
ps-I am sure you’ve seen it already, but just in case…do watch Lady Gaga Bad Romance music video…the scene where she is wearing a the diamond crown-veil etc. outfit, I couldn’t help but think about you and that you would have been able to come out with an outfit for that particular scene that would have given McQueen a R U N for his $.
November 16th, 2009 at 5:57 pm
Of course I have seen it! I think every person who has internet access has seen it right? The bad romance video was able the sway the crowd that was anti-gaga. I think she is the only person that can pull off Mcqueen.
November 16th, 2009 at 9:07 pm
Been seeing lots of pairing of chains with fabric these days but I love that you took this jacket to the ultimate level and covered it so it’s almost armor-like, the top part especially. The cage shoes and the metal chains made me think of this amazing metal cage dress from Camille 2000. Totally recommend this movie if you haven’t already seen it; fantastic visuals, costumes and an awesome score of 60s lounge music.
November 17th, 2009 at 12:48 am
This is disgustingly amazing,,,,can’t get enough!!!
November 17th, 2009 at 6:01 am
You never ceased to amaze me at how you able to bring your creatively into life. I follow your blog religiously. Hope to be able to develop and foster my creatively as well as you do. When you have an idea/concept do you draw it right away? My problem is it happens when I’m about to fall asleep which is very infuriating.
November 17th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
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November 17th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
This is one the most stunning things I’ve stumbled upon in a very long time. Your process and execution are intriguing and awe-inspiring! I hope you continue to do what you do best for a very long time. Cheers!
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November 17th, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Holy mother of God, this is amazing. You continue to surprise me with every post. As I was scrolling down, I was super amazed and blown away by the the idea of you actually designing and making this. Gorgeous.
November 17th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, you are f*cking brilliant!
November 18th, 2009 at 7:23 am
you are honestly brillant.
that is an incredible piece
and you’re so talented
November 18th, 2009 at 7:50 pm
How did you make the cups stand out of the jacket? i think it’s a beautiful concept. How would you sew the chains by machine? I’d love to know, please E-mail me!
November 18th, 2009 at 8:23 pm
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AMAZING!!! <3
YOU ARE SUPER TALENTED!
November 19th, 2009 at 10:33 pm
the nina riccis would look so awesome on you.
November 20th, 2009 at 4:39 am
i am embarrassed to even use my name and fashion in the same sentence when i look at your blog. you are brilliant and such an inspiration! there is not enough meticulousness in this world today.
November 20th, 2009 at 7:13 am
Wow! You are the embodiment of everything I wish to be! I always get so excited to see posts up!! Amazing xx
November 20th, 2009 at 5:44 pm
Oh my goodness! This is amazing you are my idol! This is the kind of fashion I’ve been waiting to see. I am excited to see more! This is quite inspiring, you make me want to get up and go create something! Did you sew those chains on by hand?
November 20th, 2009 at 7:16 pm
My only complaint: that you blur out your face!
November 21st, 2009 at 9:09 pm
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November 21st, 2009 at 9:10 pm
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November 22nd, 2009 at 11:40 pm
I absolutely love this jacket to death. (I also love the photos, the entire post and the site.) Do you take commissions and is there any way of purchasing this jacket from you? It has my name written ALL OVER IT. Love your vision!
November 23rd, 2009 at 6:33 pm
i’m not sure you know quite how inspirational you are. it’s amazing to see your thought processes behind your pieces in photographic form
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November 24th, 2009 at 6:23 am
The jacket is absolutely stunning. Your creativity is boundless, your photography is amazing and I am a huge fan.
November 24th, 2009 at 5:29 pm
wow!!!!!! F -I N G crazyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!
November 24th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
the photo of you touching fingers with your illustration is such of symbol of how you bring the process of concept and design to life and how you keep that sense of interactivity between being wearable without compromising your vision…it’s also coy and very charming.
you mentioned before your clothes posts don’t generate as much traffic as your cuisine does…well i’m sure posts like these will definitely change that!! d*^.^*b fighting!!
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November 27th, 2009 at 8:04 am
OMG i have only just been introduced to your site but …AMAZING!!!! you are so, truly, gifted!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE the jacket!!!
looking forward to reading this more!
Christopher x
November 28th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
bloody hell, you are talented and inspiring.
November 29th, 2009 at 12:50 am
i saw an report about you and your blog on MTVRussia today
i’m your constant blog reader
and i’m amazed of what you’re doing.
November 30th, 2009 at 6:08 am
OMG I love your work, that jacket is f*cking fantastic, well done you! I already have the cage boots now you have me pining for the JACKET! – GIVE IT TO ME! hahahaha PLEASE……
December 2nd, 2009 at 3:08 am
um, you are my hero and i want to marry you.
December 2nd, 2009 at 1:44 pm
just one word:
PERFECTION.
December 2nd, 2009 at 9:54 pm
Impressive. Apart from this fabulous outfit, why dont you show your face as well?
December 3rd, 2009 at 7:58 pm
This is quite amazing. I love the trompe l’oeil effect of the chains seen from a distance. You can’t quite tell what they are. Incredible construction.
December 5th, 2009 at 1:15 am
finally – i came across a site that can be called truly inspirational …. the images are absolutely breathtaking and how wonderful you were able to share the process …. great take on the sparking trend, xx
December 5th, 2009 at 1:36 am
Love it.
December 16th, 2009 at 2:53 am
Words fail to describe my love.
I have shoes with those kinds of chains on it – draped across the foot… this jacket reminded me of my shoes, so fluid and all that!
December 17th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
The jacket is absolutely AMAZING! I design and make lots of flashy costumes for drag queens. I know how long those take, can’t imagine sewing all that chain! WOW, I am in awe of your work! XOXO
December 17th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
thanks!
December 22nd, 2009 at 7:41 am
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December 30th, 2009 at 8:31 pm
i am absolutely fascinated by this piece! its an incredible design and to see each stage influences me to show my designs in such a way.
how did you even sew the chains to the basic toile, i read earlier that you used a sewing machine, did you use it manually through each hole in the chain!? i’m asking because its so well made and if i was to use such awkward materials(in my eyes) like chains i wouldn’t know exactly how to go about it.
anyway, love how you portray your work. through photography also. your’e always inspire me to work harder.
annabelle xx
January 1st, 2010 at 9:09 am
As always I am floored by the brilliance of this piece (you truly actualize my total aesthetic desires). You not only have extremely unique creative ideas, but also the talent, discipline, patience, and skills to transform your ideas into realities. Don’t underestimate how rare this combination of personality traits is. I know so many artist who really struggle because they just can’t get their shit together…..you, lovely lady, most definitely have. And you should be very proud of that.
I believe what works as one of your greatest merits is how humble and gracious you are. After receiving an avalanche of comments gushing over your “brilliance” (which I thoroughly agree with), you don’t let it get to your head or in the way of accepting critique and criticism that may further your work. So congratulations on that! Stay true to your vision and remain forever open to always learning more and I’m positive you are going to achieve (and deservingly so) great things in your life. And thank you, because it’s the inspiring creations of people like you who make this world worth living in.
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January 8th, 2010 at 10:44 am
stunning!
January 11th, 2010 at 6:08 am
OMG! This is awesome!
I absolutely love the chains on the nude tissu, it’s amazingly well done, and the sleeves!!!
January 11th, 2010 at 6:09 am
Oh and I forgot to mention : the boots! <3
January 16th, 2010 at 12:51 pm
Vraiment très douée et j’adore la jaquette qui est somptueuse les bottines me font penser à la tour eiffel bravo pour cette réalisation
February 4th, 2010 at 12:34 am
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March 20th, 2010 at 9:14 am
I wanted to know for sometime now. I saw this a couple of months ago, but decided to come back to it. Is it heavy?
Even if it is, its probably the most amazing thing!!
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