I posted last week about wanting to do a bit of experimenting with my corset after seeing Richard Nicholl's amazing AW09 collection.
I dug out my Agent Provocateur blush pink corset, vintage 50's girdle, DIY plastic top made from a kids Stormtrooper costume and old silver Topshop jeans to begin my experimentation. This is by no means the end of it, but for half an hours worth of playing around I have certainly been given plenty of ideas to get me started. Although word to the wise - do not attempt to strap oneself into anything tight and corseted after you've just eaten a huge plate of belgian pancakes and maple syrup.
I also tried it with a pale pink jersey dress and grey tights but the photo came out blurred so I will perhaps take that photo again next weekend - it won't be the last you'll see of this particular experiment anyway, especially as it's given me the impetus to get back on the vintage corset hunt, which I left behind years ago because it's actually quite hard to find decent ones.
See what you've done Mr Nicholl?! I hope you're proud of yourself!
Queen Michelle
That looks awesome. My desire for a proper corset just became a need, fundamental to my survival as a human.
Posted by: J | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 08:18
It looks really fun, love the first pic.
But i´m missing the DIY´s. Is it your new job that takes your time and energy ?
I want more, more, more.......
Posted by: Jenny Blå | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 10:08
Sadly Jenny the job is taking up so much time, as well as my freelance bits and pieces. I miss DIYing as much as you miss seeing them. I will get back onto them again soon though - I just need inspired by something.
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 10:22
Looks great!
Posted by: WendyB | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 12:08
Oooh I love this, the first outfit is the best!
x
Posted by: Kirsty | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 12:34
I love your corset, it's gorgeous!
I really like the idea of the top having had a previous incarnation as a kids Stormtrooper costume...fab :)
Posted by: calamityjem | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 12:41
I'm sure Richard would be very impressed - these look beautiful, and with minimal effort! The top look is my fav by far.
(I really don't know where you store those belgian pancakes etc!)
Posted by: Carl Starling | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 12:49
I'm really liking the colour. You just made me wish for pancakes. So hungry...
Posted by: Charm | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 13:42
The last look is my favorite. Curious to see where this experiment takes you.
Posted by: Sal | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 13:42
Love the corsetry attempts. I love playing around with styling the limited pieces I have too. The first shot is my absolute fave. Love the entire look, and it's just the perfect amount of space-odyssey-ism :)
Posted by: Anika | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 14:13
Brilliant experimentation. I love the plastic storm trouper shirt---what a smart idea for a DIY!!!
xxx,
Tiffany
Posted by: the Six Six Sick Girls | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 14:39
this is an example of the case when you MUST name all the designers, darling.
who these shoes from? im dying (C)
btw, your look is something incredibly fantastic.
Posted by: konviki | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 14:42
Wow, you look great. I really, really love this look! That pale pink waspie is quite loveable.
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Posted by: Tonia | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 14:43
Konvika, they are just Topshop Unique shoes. Nothing exciting I'm afraid!
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 14:44
Love your experiments! And the pancakes certainly don't show...
Posted by: Iheartfashion | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 15:26
This is just too awesome! You could make anything look good, I love those jeans.
~F
Posted by: Faith | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 16:39
wow, these are all awesome! and the stormtrooper top?!?! AMAZING!
Posted by: futurelint | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 17:30
this looks great!
Posted by: nikkimoose | Tuesday, 10 March 2009 at 23:42
Fabulous tights and sharp as always.
Posted by: jess | Wednesday, 11 March 2009 at 02:06
i think irina is such a great choice for this.
Posted by: average children | Wednesday, 11 March 2009 at 04:06
i like the fact you used a kids stormtrooper costume.... that made me laugh!
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Posted by: Laura | Wednesday, 11 March 2009 at 10:37
What's really cool is the way the shoe straps go over the jeans bottoms. I love that.
This whole look is so great, the colors keep it from being too "dominatrix." Mind you, I love "dominatrix," but sometimes a softer look is nice.
Posted by: enc | Wednesday, 11 March 2009 at 16:21
I really love this look. I must confess I am a recent convert to the corset although I love all things vintage. But this DIY brings new life to the old friend, especially with those silver leggings. It makes it look modern and relevant. Once again you've done a marvelous job.
Posted by: JudyA | Thursday, 12 March 2009 at 03:52
these outfits are the most spectacular things ever, both corsets are beyond amazing!
Posted by: TheMinx | Sunday, 15 March 2009 at 14:50
That is so fucking awesome. It reminds me of the foxyman's medical corset post. I. want. this. look. so. hard.
Posted by: Laura | Tuesday, 17 March 2009 at 20:36