Therese saw a fringy gown on Dancing With The Stars that she thought she might look good on her body, and visited my studio with a photo. She had a very specific budget in mind and a wanted a vibrant, fun color, a hot pink.
Sadly, there is very little vibrantly pink glass in the world, and I could find none of it made up into beaded fringe for purchase . I did find a few 2" bead droppers in a somewhat bright pink, but attaching individual fringes in the density required did not fit the budget. Also, the fringe length required was a minimum of 4" and preferably a range from 6" to 12". Available funding also eliminated the possibility of stringing an entirely beaded fringe gown, so we decided to use rayon fringe, in beautiful, bright Electric Pink.
Therese is in excellent shape, and chose to leave her arms bare, so we connected her wrists to her body visually with lovely pave cuffs and gave her long earrings to decorate her neck without conflict with the neckline of the gown.
The color suits Therese's personality. I have a number of clients well past retirement age, and all of them are vibrant individuals, with warm and joyful energy. I really enjoy the idea that finding things to do that one can be passionate about lengthens and enriches lives, and Therese is living proof of that idea.
The very best thing about this gown is the movement of the fringe and I hope Therese will provide me with an action shot. OR, maybe, with my fancy-schmancy new camera and improving photo skills, I can take one of my own at the next local event Therese attends.
Oh, and a final word, Therese's gown came in more than 20% under her budget limit, which is always news I love to give. That doesn't happen often, but we do our best to be respectful of each clients cost requirements, and to hand over a final invoice that reflects the estimated cost. She was pleased, and... she brought a lovely bouquet of bright red carnations. SO SWEET! Thank you. :o)
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