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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 lens, beyond the glam ✨📸 Sneak pee Behind the lens, beyond the glam ✨📸
Sneak peek at the magic in motion🌸

撮影の舞台裏📸✨

Model @jasineoftherose
Flower @hanasakie
Make up and hair @hmua_mami
Jewelry @catwalk_bijoux
Photographer @casa_mari_portrait

#撮影裏側 #BTS #FashionShoot #CreativeProcess #StyleInTheMaking
壺柄×無地オレンジのリバーシブル帯 壺柄×無地オレンジのリバーシブル帯ビスチェ🎴
表情がガラッと変わるツーウェイデザイン。
カジュアルにもドレッシーにも映える一着✨
後ろは編み上げリボンでサイズ調整も◎

Reversible bustier made from an obi with a unique tsubo (jar) motif on one side and solid orange on the other🎨
Elegant curve neckline + lace-up back = perfect fit.
From parties to street style — one piece, endless looks✨

Model @1.yve.1
Photographer @capturetokyo
Make up artist @mami_hmua

#帯リメイク #ビスチェコーデ  #帯ファッション
#KimonoBustier  #JapaneseStyle #TwoWayOutfit #ModernKimono
かのこ柄の赤いウォッシャブル着物から、ミディ丈のワンピースを仕立てました👘✂️
クラシカルなカシュクールデザインのフロントと、背中がまるく開いたバックシャンなシルエットがポイント。
ジャケットやカーデを羽織れば、普段使いにもぴったりです🧥✨
Vネック、ウエストのタック、すっきりIライン、ふんわりパフスリーブ…
シンプルだけど、細部までこだわった一枚です🌸

Made this midi dress from a washable kanoko-patterned red kimono👘✨
From the front, it looks like a classic cache-coeur dress — but turn around, and there's a chic, round cut-out in the back.
Layer it with a jacket or cardigan for an easy everyday look🧥🌿
Features a V-neckline, subtle tucks at the waist, a clean I-line silhouette, and puff sleeves with an open back for a modern twist🌸

Photographer @shirapyonphoto
Model @myon_y
Make up and hair @kaori0048

#HandmadeDress #CacheCoeurStyle #ModernKimono #UpcycledFashion 
#着物リメイク #カシュクールワンピース #和モダンファッション #ハンドメイド服 #kimonoremake
思い出の帯が毎日活躍するアイテムに🎒 
タンスで眠っていた帯が、A4サイズやPCも入る大容量リュックに生まれ変わりました。
シンプルなコーデのアクセントになる和モダンなステイトメントピース✨ 
内ポケット付きで機能性も◎ 
ストラップのメタルはゴールドorシルバーから選べます。 

📏サイズ:高さ40cm 幅30cm マチ5cm 

A cherished obi transformed into a daily essential 🎒✨ 
This upcycled backpack, made from an obi, fits A4 documents or a laptop with ease. Features an inner pocket for functionality, with strap metal options in gold or silver. 

📏 Size: H 40cm, W 30cm, D 5cm 

#ObiBag #Upcycled #SustainableFashion
#帯バッグ #アップサイクル #和モダン #サステナブル
華やかなレッドに、ゴールドの紅葉柄が映えるビスチェ ✨

帯をリメイクた特別な一点。
柔らかなカーブのネックラインが、女性らしくエレガントな雰囲気を引き立てます。

パーティーや特別なイベントで視線を集めるのはもちろん、
海外旅行で日本の美しさをさりげなくアピールできるのも嬉しいポイント🇯🇵✨

1枚で主役級の存在感。

シャツの上に重ねてベスト風に、カーディガンのインナーに、
冬ならタートルネックニットに重ねても素敵なコーディネートが楽しめます。
合わせ方次第で、全く違う表情に変わるのが魅力です。

✔️ 洗濯不可なので、夏よりも秋冬に大活躍の予感🍂
✔️ 後ろはリボンを通して編み上げるデザインで、後ろ姿まで可愛い🎀

パーティーコーデにも、カジュアルにデニムで外しても◎
オリジナルなスタイリングを楽しんでみてください💫

A stunning bustier featuring a bold red base with delicate gold maple leaf patterns.
This one-of-a-kind piece is crafted from upcycled obi fabric, adding a unique touch of Japanese tradition.

The soft, curved neckline creates a feminine, elegant silhouette.

Perfect for parties and special events, it’s sure to turn heads wherever you go.
It’s also a great way to subtly showcase Japanese culture during your travels abroad 🇯🇵✨

This piece makes a statement on its own, but you can also layer it for different vibes:
— Over a shirt for a vest-style look
— As an inner piece under a cardigan
— Or layered over a turtleneck sweater in winter for a chic seasonal outfit.

✔️ Note: Not washable, so it’s especially suited for autumn and winter 🍂
✔️ The back features a lace-up design with ribbon details—gorgeous from every angle 🎀

Dress it up for a party or dress it down with jeans for an effortlessly stylish look.
Enjoy styling this unique piece your own way 💫

Photographer @shirapyonphoto
Model @myon_y
Make up and hair @kaori0048

#帯リメイク
#和モダンファッション
#ObiRemake
#OneOfAKindStyle
#StatementPiece
Kimono Remake Jumpsuit 👖 A soft cream base ador Kimono Remake Jumpsuit 👖
A soft cream base adorned with delicate floral patterns gives this piece a refined and elegant look.
The waist tie cinches in to flatter your figure—and yes, it has pockets! (I absolutely love pockets 🤗)

着物リメイクジャンプスーツ👖

淡いクリーム地に花模様が散りばめられた一枚は、華やかで上品な存在感。
ウエストのリボンできゅっと絞ってスタイルアップできます。
そしてもちろん、ポケット付き!ポケット大好きなんです🤗

Model @naka_kanar 
Make up and hair @cocojpn5 
Photographer @tashaadelina 

#着物リメイク #一点もの #ジャンプスーツ
#KimonoRemake #UpcycledFashion #oneofakind
着物帯で何作る?アイディア帳💡 

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#着物アップサイクル #帯リメイク #帯ビスチェ
昭和の奥様を思わせる上品なマーメイドドレス🧜‍♀️ 
着物の八掛裏地の鮮やかなオレンジを、 
ウエストベルトとネックラインにさりげなく取り入れました✨ 

An elegant mermaid dress inspired by the refined Showa-era lady. 
The vibrant orange of the kimono's inner lining is subtly incorporated into the waist belt and neckline🧡

Model @naka_kanar 
Photographer @aki_racho

#JapaneseModern #ElegantStyle #MermaidDress
#和モダン #エレガント #マーメイドドレス
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