Spring 08 samples on the way

Here is an overview of the line currently in production for spring. The first samples should arrive by the end of the month at which time, I'll be making final decisions on colour and cut.

I decided not to do any separates for this season as it's been harder to convince boutiques to buy these pieces, especially when it means putting an outfit together for a customer. As a test run, I've decided to keep it simple and focus on outerwear and dresses. I'm in the process of designing 3 more dresses and a lightweight coat for summer/pre-fall 08.

Here are some designs I cut from Spring 08.
First, a cropped, ruffle-backed blouse with a skinny belt, double rounded collar and 3/4 french cuffs.


To go with the blouse, a high-waisted A-line skirt with a removable matching sash.


I originally had another coat, this one a waterproofed cotton raincoat.


It's hard to make these decisions. One always wonders, would they have done well. Did I make the right choice? It hurts a little to work so hard on a design that you sort of fall in love with it only to realize it could turn out to be the next dog and you're better off without it. I always hang on to the designs for a year or two, I suppose to break off the relationship gradually. I really do love what I do.