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Fall Shopping & Sewing List

October 13, 2015 By Chie

1. Long Camel Coat
I bike everywhere within a 10km radius so I need a warm coat that keeps the wind out. My pink coat did a pretty good job last year, but every year when fall comes around I can’t help but to look at new coat pictures and patterns.
Long Wool Coat 12/2012 #104 from BurdaStyle might be a good option, although I hate printing out PDF patterns for big items like this. Long Coat with Sash 11/2014#103 is similar to the wrap style Lover’s coat. I also like Long 70s Coat 10/2014 #126. The double breasted front seems to do a good job keeping cold air out.
 Joseph | LoverLover and Joseph Long Camel Coat via Shopbop

2. Fur Vest
My inspiration comes from Sonja’s (Ginger Makes) fur vest. Possible pattern option is Names Clothing Tala Faux Fur Vest like Sonja used, or maybe just wing it without patterns like this or this. I know Andy will make fun of me for “killing a cat”, but I usually try not to listen to his fashion criticism. I think it would look cute paird with plaid flannel shirt or long sleeve liberty print dress.
Ramy Brook | BB DakodaRamy Brook and BB Dakoda Fur Vests via Shopbop3. Ox Blood Red Shoes
I can’t make shoes so this is merely on my shopping with list… I have two basic colors, camel and black booties that I have collected over the years. This year I wanted to add a new color to my shoe closet but didn’t go too bright or crazy. I think ox blood or burgundy is perfect. They match with many winter colors.
Ash | Rachel ZoeAsh and Rachel Zoe Ox Blood Shoes via Shopbop

4. White Poplin Shirt
I need a good amount of button downs for the winter to layer underneath sweaters to keep warm. Of course, I’ll be using my favorite button up pattern, Archer by Grainline Studio for this again. I’m sure you are sick of me writing about it (in floral print, polka dot, silk and navy blue) but I can’t stress enough how perfect the fit is for my figure. This time, I might modify the back part to look like the one by Antonio Berardi below.

Antonio Berardi | MadewellAntonio Berardi and Madewell Poplin Shirt via Shopbop

P.S. Shopbop is doing a huge sale! Enter code “INTHEFAM25” at checkout to receive 25% off for the next three days.

秋に作りたいもの・ワードローブに足したいもの。
ロングコート、ファーベスト、深い赤のレザー靴、ポプリン白シャツ。
季節の変わり目って夢が膨らみますね。
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Random Things I Made | September 2015

October 10, 2015 By Chie

What I Made September 2015 Vivat Veritas Blog

Here is a round-up of random stuff I made in the month of September. My August version is here. I was away for the first two weeks of September, so by the time I came back to Japan, I missed sewing. As soon as I came back, I got back to sewing every night. Looking back, I think I made a fair amount of stuff considering I was gone for half the month. Next month, I want to start sewing more for myself – I’m thinking bootcut flannel pants, finishing up the Merckwaerdigh bra in sea foam, and start on Deer and Doe Pavot Jacket (thank you Inna for the pattern!).

    1. Cotton lace casual wedding dress in light blue. A customer from Etsy wanted this dress in light blue for her October wedding, so I found this pretty cotton lace from a shop in Kyoto. It’s light-weight and makes it unique and unconventional for her special day.
      Pretty Flower Motif Cotton LaceI sent the dress with my shop card and thank you card I got from Japanese fashion illustrator, Junichi Nakahara‘s shop in Hiroo. Love his illustrations!
      Vivat Veritas Blue Cotton Lace Wedding Dress2. Blousons, skirt and dress. This was interesting to sew as the patterns were shaped in a way that I would never thought to draft them. The bottom part of the skirt can be separated with a zipper in the middle, and there are shorts underneath.
      Big Zipper Skirt Hoodie dressBlouson with mesh lining. The mesh lining gives it a sporty feel and the pocket on the right side has a unique triangular shape.
      Mesh Blouson Unique pocket on bomber jacketAnother blouson in quilted fabric. The seams are finished with bias strips.Quilting Jacket
      3. Stretch lace off-the-shoulder top, something similar to the one I made last month.
      stretch lace cropped top 4. Satin bridal gown. I want one for myself! Bridal Satin RobeBridal Satin Robe Sleeves5. I refashioned an old maxi dress that didn’t fit me in the bust are to maxi skirt. The fabric is cotton lawn and light weight, so it fit well in my suitcase for the trip. I simply cut the top part off and added elastic. Also added a slit on the side.Maxi skirt remake Maxi dress to skirt DIYBefore After Maxi Dress to Maxi Skirt6. Lastly, another Watson! This is my second favorite Watson after my black one (I also made it in dot print and another racer back variations). The wide bra band makes it very comfortable to wear and the color white matches almost anything in my wardrobe. Watson Bra Racer Back Variation via vivatveritasWhat have you sewn lately?

9月に作ったもの、色々です。
ドレスやらローブやら、ブルゾンもいくつか作りました。

自分用にはブラとマキシスカートを。

10月は秋冬物を作り始めたいな。
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Flower Lace Headdress

October 2, 2015 By Chie

flower lace headdress by vivat veritas1

These gorgeous images were shot by a Japanese photographer, Shohei Yokoyama featuring Himari Kaneshiro as a model. The ethereal and fairy-like feel is so beautiful, showing off the the bridal headband and veil.

Although the finished pictures look effortless, behind the scenes was hectic…I made the headband and veil the night before the shoot, finishing up just in time for the morning shoot. I definitely had bags under my eyes!

These are available upon custom request starting 10,000 JPY. More pictures here.

モデルの金代ひまりさんとフォトグラファーの横山翔平さんと行ったブライダル撮影の写真です。
ホワイトベースの繊細な雰囲気が素敵に仕上がって嬉しいです。

舞台裏では、撮影の準備のために夜中まで小物作り(ベールとヘッドバンド)をしたり、結構ぎりぎりで大変でした><

小物オーダーは、ベールやヘッドバンドの他にもボンネ、ビジューベルト、花冠、リングピローなど10,000円から受け付けております♡
お問い合わせはこちらから。

Vivat Veritas floral lace headband1 Vivat Veritas floral lace headband2

Cream stretch lace wrap dresshimari vivatveritas wedding dress1 himari vivatveritas wedding dress2
Simple wedding veilsimple veil by vivat veritas bridal1simple veil by vivat veritas bridal2chie sig2

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Behind the Scenes🪡 →The Runway ✨ カオスに包まれたアトリエから、ラ Behind the Scenes🪡 →The Runway ✨

カオスに包まれたアトリエから、ランウェイへ。

1つのコレクションが形になるまで、床が見えなくなるほどの生地、型紙、そして数え切れないほどの試行錯誤の時間が詰まっています。

命を吹き込んでくれた素晴らしいモデルの皆さん、そして支えてくださったスタッフの皆さんに心から感謝💝

あなたのお気に入りのルックはどれですか?ぜひコメントで教えてください👇❤️

From a chaotic atelier to the runway.

Before a collection comes to life, there are floors buried under fabric, pattern pieces, and countless hours of trial and error.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible models who breathed life into each look, and to every member of the team who made it all possible 💝

Which look was your favorite? Let me know in the comments 👇❤️

#ファッションショー #ランウェイ #バックステージ #fashiondesigner #runway
Something I've been building since 2008 — taking k Something I've been building since 2008 — taking kimono fabric, fabric that already holds someone's memory, and giving it a new life.

Last Saturday, I got to share that with someone very special.

@designerhelen is a designer from New York who first reached out to me through my little sewing lesson account. When we started talking, I realized we were asking the exact same question: how do you take something with a past, and carry it forward?

We met in person here in Tokyo last December. That conversation became Released. Reimagined.
Two designers. Two cities. One shared belief — that beautiful things deserve a second life.

None of this would have been possible without our incredible team:

👗 Models: @emorylove33 @naka_kanar @bethenny.x @izumi_nishida @yui78_02 @aino.yamada03 @_kasumi.y @sienna.christinaaa

💅 Nails: @ms_muse_nail — gorgeous handmade nail designs 
💍 Jewelry: @viviange — pieces specially designed to coordinate with each piece
✂️ Hair: @angh0 @sho_kanaida @iam__little__boy — next level editorial 
💄 Makeup: @glam_by_jyoti — 8 models, flawlessly done 
📸 Photography: @nothing_special_88 — can't wait for you all to see his shots 
🎯 Model Coordinator: @naka_kanar — styling schedules, rehearsals, walkthrough, everything

Thank you to everyone who came🤍

Photos by @robertorivera.mx

2008年から、ずっと作り続けてきたもの——誰かの記憶を宿した着物の生地を手にとり、新しい命を吹き込むこと。

先週の土曜日、その想いをとても大切な人と一緒に分かち合うことができました。

@designerhelen はニューヨークを拠点とするデザイナー。最初に連絡をくれたのは、私の小さなお裁縫レッスンのアカウントを通じてでした。話し始めてすぐに、私たちは同じ問いを抱えていると。過去を持つものを、どうやって未来へ連れていくか。

昨年12月、東京で初めて直接会いました。その会話が、このショーになりました。

Released. Reimagined. ふたりのデザイナー。ふたつの都市。ひとつの共通した信念——美しいものには、もう一度輝く機会がある✨

#releasedreimangined #tokyofashionshow #harajuku #japanfashionshow projectrunwa
この会場を見つけるまで、けっこう歩き回りました。原宿竹下口から少し路地に入ったところ。前面ガラス張り この会場を見つけるまで、けっこう歩き回りました。原宿竹下口から少し路地に入ったところ。前面ガラス張りで光がたっぷり入って、一目見て「ここだ」と思いました🌱

入口すぐの受付エリアには @brownie_shots のポップアップ、中央スペースはランウェイ会場になります。VIP席も準備中です✨

イベントまであと1週間を切りました。当日、いいお天気になりますように☀️

It took quite a bit of wandering to find this venue. Tucked just off a quiet side street from Harajuku’s Takeshita Exit — full glass frontage, light pouring in. The moment I stepped inside, I knew🌱

Right at the entrance, @brownie_shots will be running a pop-up☕︎ The central space becomes our runway. VIP seating going in now.

Less than one week to go. Fingers crossed for sunshine ☀️

#Harajuku #FashionShow #KimonoUpcycling #SustainableFashion #TokyoEvents
【VIP限定✨】 5/30のファッションショー、席付きVIPチケットをご予約いただいた方は、こちらの 【VIP限定✨】
5/30のファッションショー、席付きVIPチケットをご予約いただいた方は、こちらの帯をリメイクしたオリジナルポーチをプレゼント🎁 

意外とたくさん入ると大好評。
鍵、カードケース、スマホ、メイクポーチまでしっかり収納できる優秀サイズです。

パーティーにクラッチとして、ループにストラップを付ければショルダーにもなる✨

どの柄が届くかは当日までのお楽しみ🤫💕

🗓 2026.05.30 (Sat)
📍 Harajuku, Tokyo
Runway Event & Pop-up Store
詳細はプロフィールリンクをチェック🔗

【VIP Exclusive ✨】
A little sneak peek at the special gift for our VIP ticket holders🎁

For the May 30th fashion show, all VIP guests will receive this original pouch made from upcycled Kimono Obi.

It’s surprisingly spacious! It easily fits your keys, card case, phone, and even a makeup pouch. Wear it as a chic clutch for the party, or attach your own strap to the loops to transform it into a shoulder bag✨

Each one is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece. Which design will you get? It’s a surprise until the big day! 🤫💕

#帯リメイク #サステナブルファッション #ファッションショー #原宿イベント #着物リメイク 
ファッションイベント HelenCastillo
五月なのに、秋色🍂 日中は汗ばむくらいなのに、 夕方になるとふっと涼しくなる🌬️ この季節のそのギ 五月なのに、秋色🍂

日中は汗ばむくらいなのに、
夕方になるとふっと涼しくなる🌬️
この季節のそのギャップが、なんか好き♡

深みのある金茶とテラコッタ。
春の光に当てると、
秋色が美しく見える気がします✨

朝晩の肌寒さには、シルクの羽織りがちょうどいい。

It’s May — and yet, fall hues🍂

Warm enough to break a sweat by noon,
then a cool breeze sneaks in by evening🌬️

I kind of love that about this time of year♡

Rich amber and terracotta.
Something about spring light makes these autumn tones look even more beautiful✨

For those cool mornings and evenings,
a silk haori is just right.

Photographer @renphoto
Model @hotpotpancakes

#着物ガウン #春コーデ #アースカラー #サステナブルファッション #アップサイクル kimonostyle
「なんとなく」じゃなくて、選んだと言ってもらえる服作りをしたい🦋✂️ 紗の着物をほどいて、また縫い 「なんとなく」じゃなくて、選んだと言ってもらえる服作りをしたい🦋✂️

紗の着物をほどいて、また縫い直しました。
ざっくりとした夏のの素材感に、
白レースをひとすじ沿わせて。

甘すぎず、でも可愛くありたい日のための一枚。

I want to make clothes you reach for on purpose — not just whatever’s closest🦋✂️

Took apart a vintage sheer silk kimono and sewed it back into something new.

The loose, airy weave of summer, with a single trim of white lace.

For the days when you want to feel pretty — just not too precious.

#KimonoRework #ButterflyTop
#着物リメイク #紗 #一点もの 蝶々トップス
寄贈いただいた着物から生まれたドレス🥀 生地の質感に触れて次は何になりたいか問いかけます。 着る人 寄贈いただいた着物から生まれたドレス🥀

生地の質感に触れて次は何になりたいか問いかけます。
着る人に寄り添い、物語を紡ぐ一着になれば嬉しいです💐

Model: @aino.yamada03
Photo: @slyz_studio
MUA @erieri_makeup 

A dress brought to life from a gifted kimono 🥀

By feeling the texture of the material, I listen to what it wishes to be.

I hope this dress resonates with the person who wears it💐

 #着物リメイク #サステナブルファッション #ハンドメイドドレス #一点もの
Favorite coffee beans to my favourite jacket. ☕️🧥 Favorite coffee beans to my favourite jacket. ☕️🧥

お気に入りのコーヒーショップ @allpressespressojapan の麻袋をアップサイクルして、世界に一つだけのボンバージャケットにしました。

麻袋のラフな質感と、着物リメイクした裏地の組み合わせ。
ほんのりコーヒーの香りがします✨

Which one is your favorite detail? (私は背中のロゴが好き🫶🏻)

#upcycledfashion #allpressespresso #サステナブルライフ #リメイク #コーヒーのある暮らし
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