Sharing the Patou Creation and Historical Discoveries in 1957 Vogue Counter Book

Presenting the finished ensemble and sharing photos from Vogue Magazine.

How Marc Bohan's time at Patou influenced legendary Dior designs.

Creating an unusual crinoline to create volume and shape under a 1950's skirt.

Explaining what the house of Patou used horsehair braid for, and where they inserted it.

Should vintage patterns be an exact replica of the era, or can we modernize vintage using vibrant fabric?

Introducing the next project, another Patou! #V1350, and discussing how to get into this difficult ensemble.

Discussing coat length and hemlines. Presenting the finished ensemble.

Discussing what material to use for the back stay for the V1389 Patou coat

In sewing circles, the conversations around bias are largely focused on the beauty of its draping, but rarely focused on how it can be...

Why I tailored chiffon and showing the process

Chiffon stopped being intimidating once I understood it was a little drama queen, and it needed to be handled sensitively. By...

How to sew in a centered lapped zipper and why you need to know this method taught by the house of Patou

Where to place bodice bones in a designer underbodice

Why fabric can be difficult to select for designer patterns