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We have some of the best - Mondo Guerra, Mona Lucero, DeeDee Korn, Kimono Dragons, Gino Velardi, Topping Designs, Brooks Luby, Anthony Heimann, Ann Marie Designs, Equilibrium, Anna Festa and Kotomi Yoshida - to name just a few. This is mainly because I know how difficult it is to build an industry from the ground up in a landlocked city in the middle of fly-over country. However, it’s also the amazing local designers that inspire me for various reasons. MB: Of course, the big designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, Dior, Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen give inspiration. 303: What other designers inspire you? Why? Once I get the silhouette and design to my satisfaction, I draft the pattern and make a mockup called a “muslin.” From this, I can further refine the design and pattern before the fabric is cut. Moreover, I relax and let it drape naturally and it can be amazing. Sometimes, the fabric doesn’t want to do what I think it should.
I joke that the fabric speaks to me in this process, however, it’s pretty true. I then drape the fabric on a dress form and refine the design to communicate my vision. MB: I start with a basic idea of what I want the gown to look like. My model lineup is stunning, so my gowns will show to their best advantage.ģ03: What is your process to create one of your handmade designs? MB: While I’m always honored to be asked to participate, I’ll be showing in the company of some of Denver’s best designers.
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