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Metallic Ikat Striped Geometry Dress

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I love working with stripes just as much as I love textured ikat fabric. When I saw this striped Italian ikat blend with copper accents, I knew it would make for a great party dress version of the JLD Striped Geometry Dress silhouette. The metallic threads add a luxury feel and I thought it would be fun to play with the direction of the “blurry” stripes that are characteristic of ikat weaving.

Much of the inspiration for my designs comes from my environment and looking beyond literal fashion references. Here are some artworks I was drawn to, mainly because of the intersection of stripes.

Teresita Fernández’s Stacked Waters 1

Teresita Fernández’s Stacked Waters created for the entrance space of the Blanton Museum of Art

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A site-specific installation consisting of 3,100 square feet of custom-cast acrylic that covers the walls in a striped pattern

Monir Farmanfarmaian’s Hexagon

Monir Farmanfarmaian’s Hexagon (2010), shown by the Haines Gallery at The Armory Show in 2013

If you are interested in placing an order for a dress in this new fabric (or another option), email us at jamielaudesigns [at] gmail [dot] com.Metallic Ikat Striped Geometry Dress 2

This new design is also featured on the Britex Fabrics blog.

Metallic Linen Palazzo Pant Jumpsuit

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Metallic Linen Palazzo Pan Jumpsuit MainThe JLD Linen Palazzo Pant Jumpsuit silhouette has been a customer favorite. We’ve decided to update this look in new fabrics for 2017, starting with a luxurious linen with a silvery sheen. The metallic finish adds visual interest and elevates the material, yet still meets the functionality criteria since it is a linen.

The inspiration for this design came after a trip to Palm Springs earlier this year. (And yes, I brought along another version of this jumpsuit to wear during my trip!) In Palm Springs, I was surrounded by Old Hollywood glamour—Mid-century modern architecture, poolside bungalows, and vintage shopping—as well as the city’s modern makeover. I visited several art museums and dined at stylish restaurants around town. What I noticed when looking back at my phone was the number of photos I took of lighting fixtures. They all happened to be my favorite images from the camera roll and themed around the bright, shiny, and geometric.

Similar to the intersection of old and new that I observed in the desert, I wanted to update this vintage-inspired silhouette in a modern fabric. Here are some of the lighting design pieces that caught my eye.

Lindsey Adelman’s Branching Bubbles at L’Horizon Palm Springs

Lindsey Adelman’s Branching Bubbles at L’Horizon Palm Springs

Marjorie Edris Chandelier with its 365 bulbs at the Palm Springs Art Museum

Marjorie Edris Chandelier with its 365 bulbs at the Palm Springs Art Museum

Jim Campbell’s low-res light art experiment in perceptual cognition on view at the Palm Springs Art Museum, based on the digital pixel and the information it carries

Jim Campbell’s low-res light art experiment in perceptual cognition on view at the Palm Springs Art Museum, based on the digital pixel and the information it carries

To break up the shininess, I decided to cut and sew the necktie in black using the wrong side of the fabric for some contrast. I added side seam pockets—just like in the original version—and used woven flat non-roll elastic for the waistband to help resist rolling or twisting.

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Left: Our Blue Cotton-Linen Palazzo Pant Jumpsuit; Right: Our new Metallic Linen Palazzo Pant Jumpsuit

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The elastic waistband on this garment carries the weight of the linen pant legs, creating an effortless feel when worn

I styled this wide leg silhouette with my No. 6 Crowley Tassel Slingback Clogs for some elevation. And in case you were wondering, we shot this look in the Moon Viewing Garden, quite appropriate for this silver metallic jumpsuit. If you are interested in placing an order for a jumpsuit in this new fabric (or another option), email us at jamielaudesigns [at] gmail [dot] com.

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This new design is also featured on the Britex Fabrics blog.

Fashion Travelogue: Black and White Dotted Ikat Midi Dress

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My favorite spot in the Noguchi Museum

Two weekends ago, I visited one of my favorite places in New York, the Noguchi Museum in Long Island City, which has both indoor and outdoor components. Spring has been such a tease this season and I was finally able to catch a sunny day break (and also wear my new Black and White Dotted Ikat Midi Dress while exploring the museum).

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Light versus dark

I love Isamu Noguchi’s play on opposites, particularly the lighting in this former industrial space turned gallery. I also took part in an intimate, docent-led tour and learned more about the artist’s life and work. It was a great way to spend a Saturday morning/afternoon, full of inspiration.

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Under the birch trees

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The sculpture garden

In addition to the beautiful sculptures, the space also has amazing natural light.

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The afternoon light hitting the marble room

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View of Long Island City from the second floor gallery through the birches

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My new favorite outfit

As for the outfit, I will definitely be taking this with me to Japan. This dress is a bit of a permutation of my Ikat Demi-Gathered Waist Dress and a great palette for accessorizing. I styled it with a pair of opaque purple tights, my ceramic bead necklace by Object & Totem, and my go-to black tassel loafers by Dieppa Restrepo from Totokaelo.

Jamie Lau Designs Dieppa Restrepo Gastons

My go-to leather tassel loafers by Dieppa Restrepo

Stay tuned for the next installment of Fashion Travelogue!

P.S. Check out Artsy’s Isamu Noguchi page for more info about the artist.

Weekend Inspiration: CONFETTISYSTEM at PS1

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Cherry blossom branches and metallic mylar fringe galore at PS1's two-story gallery

Cherry blossom branches and metallic mylar fringe galore at PS1’s two-story gallery

I went to MoMA PS1 over the weekend, mainly to check out the new CONFETTISYSTEM installation 100 Arrangements. Creative duo Nicholas Andersen and Julie Ho transform simple materials such as tissue paper, cardboard, and silk into interactive objects that create a point of focus, where memories are made and a spontaneous collaboration with the viewer is sparked. For 100 Arrangements, Anderson and Ho have created an immersive environment inspired by the mechanics of theatrical staging and fly systems.

Colorful diamond decorations at PS1's two-story gallery

Colorful diamond decorations at PS1’s two-story gallery

I first came across CONFETTISYSTEM in 2009 when I read about their amazing metallic piñatas on DailyCandy and instantly became a fan. I had the pleasure of working with Nick and Julie last month to create decorations for my confetti-fueled New York book launch party at 3rd Ward – multicolor tassel garlands, handcut confetti in trapezoidal shapes, and metallic mylar fringe piñatas (filled with confetti, of course!). Let’s just say even the cleanup portion of the evening post-party was fun, too.

Confetti fun at 3rd Ward (Photo Credit: Liz Clayman)

My New York book launch party at 3rd Ward (Photo Credit: Liz Clayman)

Photo booth magic at 3rd Ward (Photo Credit: HAVE BOOTH WILL TRAVEL)

Photo booth magic at 3rd Ward (Photo Credit: HAVE BOOTH WILL TRAVEL)

This artist-design firm has built up quite a diverse clientele. CONFETTISYSTEM has art directed and created installations and sets for fashion brands (Lanvin, Opening Ceremony, United Bamboo) as well as musical acts (Beach House, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Beyoncé). They have also created custom design work for MoMA PS1, The New York Times, and Pop Magazine with Gagosian Gallery. Sounds like these two have the funnest jobs ever!

CONFETTISYSTEM: 100 Arrangements is on view until March 31, 2013 at MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Ave. at the intersection of 46th Ave., Long Island City, NY 11101.