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Red Rose
Debut - February 2002    Other Appearances - DragonCon 2002 & others
Status - Sold!

I made this costume while I was working as an overnight security guard in the winter of 2001.  I had gotten laid off from my job and had to make ends meet somehow.  It wasn't a bad job; I got there at 6pm and after 10pm I could pretty much do whatever I wanted.  So I decided to make a costume for an upcoming ball.

I love this gown, its made out of a nifty black fabric that has subtle 'cloud' patterns on it.  I lined it fully in red satin and it is so comfortable to wear.  The silk roses around the neckline actually smell like rose; they have a little reservoir in the middle of them that allow for a 'plug' of scent to be put in there.  The bustle detaches and ends in a long train.  A little difficult to maneuver in at a con but worth the trouble.  I found some pics that were taken one of the first times I wore the dress and you can see the shoes!  Strappy little numbers that I covered in red glitter and rhinestones.  Love em!  Wish the pics were a little clearer but it was one of those disposable cameras.  Oh well!

This is anouther gown I will make in different colors.  I am looking into all sorts of silk flower suppliers so as to be able to make this with different kinds of flowers at the neckline to match the new colorschemes.