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Designs by Zo
@designsbyzo.bsky.social
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Queer & Size-Inclusive Couturier
Based in St. Paul, MN

Website: https://www.designsbyzo.co/
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Here are some examples of what I've done either for myself or as past commissions. Descriptions for each of them can be found in the alt text!
Associate publisher of Minnesota Bride Magazine, Brooke Beise, wearing a custom skirt design for the 30th-Anniversary "Best of Bride" Awards Gala; commissioned in spring/summer 2023. The skirt features a 3/4-circle floor-length cut with a collage of the first 30 MN Bride magazine covers, printed onto a heavyweight bridal satin. Other features include in-seam pockets, elastic waistband, and a magenta poly-satin lining. Wedding officiant, Zach Halliwell, wearing a sleeveless tailcoat and matching overskirt; commissioned winter/spring 2024 Both the tailcoat and overskirt are made from a heavyweight maroon linen and lined with a grey-floral printed cotton. The tailcoat features antique silver double-breasted buttons, a pointed front waistline, deep back pockets, an M-lapel, and an adjustable lace-up back (not pictured). The overskirt is a floor-length half circle with wrap-around waist ties, which are supported by belt loops and a buttonhole. The center back waistband has an inner tie to secure it to the back belt loop of the trousers worn underneath. Cosplay commission for a close friend, completed in February 2024; Fischl from Genshin Impact. Main pieces featured: - a layered tunic with a pointed hem and high-low overskirt; ornate details made from lavender satin, dark purple jersey knit, heather grey jersey knit, purple-grey 4-way-stretch knit, tan ponte knit, black mesh, black fabric paint, periwinkle bias tape, purple sew-on gems, and gold satin. Back fastened with hooks & eyes and a zipper. - a ruffled collar with large lavender bow; secured with ties for adjustability; made with lavender satin, black mesh, black jersey knit, and a gold satin star w/ a purple gem. The collar also has elastic straps that attach to the front and back necklines of the tunic for additional support. - asymmetric gloves with curved top edge, both based in black mesh and features a small black wing and purple band. One glove also covers the hand using both black and purple jersey knit, and features a gold appliqué along the arm. The other glove is a fingerless-gauntlet style, and is layered under a purple-chiffon arm ruffle. Other pieces, not pictured: - black satin hair bows - small black eyepatch - leggings made from black jersey knit and black mesh; trim added along thighs using grey jersey knit Personal project, worn for Twin Cities Con 2024; cosplay of Emily from Hazbin Hotel Items made from scratch: - white velvet sleeveless turtleneck - white velvet gauntlet gloves Periwinkle organza puff sleeves - white satin corset belt with pearl beading - black stiff-tulle petticoat; worn underneath for volume - white floor-length circle skirt; made using thrifted tablecloths and sheer curtain fabric - sheer midi overskirt with periwinkle organza godets and navy blue layered overlays - white satin decorative cover for crossbody bag
November 14, 2024 at 9:08 PM