Well here we are at the the last challenge before the final three designers produce a collection. Where to start was my initial dilemma. I think it might have been a color scheme that initiated the process.I decided on powder blue silk, not only because I love the color but because it is an easy shade to wear, no matter what the doll coloring might be. It would certainly suit Gabby's coloring. My complement for this would be black and I used lace to add texture.
With all that sorted I embarked on my perilous journey. :-) What would I use as the ongoing elements in a collection and what would personify this in a single garment? I wanted to give myself latitude so that my final design had enough detail to allow for a collection with a lot of variety.
This was no easy task and not having the doll added to the difficulty! So, with all the fabrics and trims laid out before me I decided on my design detail.
Tiny belt, reverse strapping, panels and pleats, lace trims, silver rings, layers, feature earrings and handbag. A lot of detail but I think it comes together well without being obvious. It had to work as a stand alone outfit, even within a collection.
With all that in mind here are a couple of pics of the outfit in progress followed by the notes on my design and the picture gallery below.

GABBY CHALLENGE

The design style I have used for my collection can best be described as feminine chic with a clean line silhouette. Silk fits this appearance perfectly.
The elements I have embodied to run through the range are evident in the outfit I have elected to represent the whole collection. I have chosen to go with this silk and lace dress as the elements of the collection can be clearly observed within this outfit. I have incorporated a sparingly used contrast of black for a dramatic outcome. A glimpse of lace at the hem to produce a layered effect and add an understated sexiness which will play a more predominant role in additional pieces in the collection.
I envisage the powder blue evolving into silver for some of the styling while maintaining the black for impression. The predominant components of the collection will be: reverse strapping , skinny belts, layering and pleating to varying degrees throughout with silver trimmings. There will be a mix and match ingredient with most pieces showing great versatility.
My inspiration for this collection is a look that is young but sophisticated and chic. A blend of the elegant and alluring, with trim and tailored styling. A range for the "woman" who loves fashion but is not dictated to by it. I want it to have a slice of fun amidst femininity but still comprise beautiful pieces. Perhaps a vintage feel with a more contemporary vibe.