Tessuti Awards 2010

Little Black Dress, by Kim Hoven

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Pattern Used: My own design
Fabrics Used: Cotton viscose, silk organza, ribbon, lace
Time To Create: 22 hours
Dress Influenced By: The theme of Red Carpet LBD: A gorgeous special occasion dress that can be worn many times over? I tried to solve this common dilemma by incorporating rich details and textures (and a high shine when hit by the photographer's flash), with a cotton base and simple silhouette to make the dress comfortable and wearable for many different occasions.
Additional Information: The ruffles on the back are silk organza, ribbon and lace. Photographer: Garth Davies

Name: Kim Hoven
State: NSW
Sewing Since: 1988
My Experience: My mother taught me how to sew when I was young, and I've learnt how to make clothes, costumes and formal dresses through experience (and a short pattern-making course).
My Sewing Goals: To develop better skills in dressmaking and pattern-making, to keep challenging myself and produce high quality designs.
Additional Information: Costumes, long embellished dresses, lace.