Spring!

March 20, 2015March 20, 2015 / trappedintimedesigns / Leave a comment

Vintage Handkerchief Skirt

I’ve been working on new Spring and Summer things for the shop lately–neglecting the blog, neglecting the yard, neglecting the garden. *sigh*

Linen Tunic Dress

Just sewing, sewing, sewing, SEWING!

Chiffon Swing Tank

Also re-working (or attempting to re-work) the photography for my etsy shop.

Floral Tunic Dress

While I love the editorial photography, the lighting, the mood, the setting…..it’s not as cohesive as I’d like it to be.

Gauze Gypsy Dress

So, I decided to try a new style.

Giraffe Tunic Dress

Went out with the lovely Nancy Jane a couple of weeks ago and snapped a bunch of new photos with new things, as well as old.

Kimono Jacket

While I love them……they’re still not right.

Floral Babydoll Tunic

And so, today, we’re trying this again.

Print Swing Tank

But in the wee little photo studio I have set up this time.

Yellow Sundress

Going for more simple. Less distraction from the clothing.

Butterfly Tunic Dress

But I think I’m going to miss the backgrounds.

Polka Dot Sundress

Trying to get your business the way you want it is a never-ending process, it seems.

Pinstripe Babydoll Tunic

But worth it.

Linen Sundress

Happy Almost-Weekend to you!

TnT Tuesday

May 6, 2014 / trappedintimedesigns / Leave a comment

It’s sunny and warm today, making me think of tunic dresses and summer.

This giraffe print is one of my favorite finds–though I only found enough of the fabric (it was a remnant) for one dress.

Tunic dresses are great for spring and summer. Worn with or without a belt. With or without a pair of capri leggings.

Perfect for long beach walks, summer festivals & backyard BBQs.

This one can be found here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/126929190/tunic-tunic-dress-tunic-pink-dress-pink?ref=shop_home_active_14

Model: Nancyjane ( http://www.modelmayhem.com/2403245 )

TnT Tuesday

May 28, 2013 / trappedintimedesigns / Leave a comment

Today I’m sharing one of my favorite tunic dresses from my shop.

I had *just* enough of this fabric to make this one dress.

I’d purchased the fabric eons ago as a remnant and could never quite figure out what to do with it.

Then, I was preparing for my runway show a few months ago. I had hit that place, that place where I’d completely lost my vision and couldn’t figure out WHAT I was doing.

I started scrambling about, making random boho-style things, because that was the style I was really feeling at the time.

And, out popped this beauty. I originally intended to include this in the show itself. But that was in the haze of doubt and confusion.

As much as I love the tunic, it didn’t belong in THAT show. And, so, it wasn’t included.

I’m a layering kind of girl, so I love it layered with a tank top, and over jeans.

Don’t get me wrong–it’s cute alone, too.

You can find the listing here, in my shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/127897194/tunic-tunic-dress-tunic-floral-dress?ref=shop_home_feat

Modeled by the gorgeous Hannah (www.modelmayhem.com/795520).

Images featuring her hair up: Hair and Make Up by Amanda Bravender
For inquiries: www.ahbweddingandevents.com

Ghosts

March 7, 2013 / trappedintimedesigns / Leave a comment

What do you do when you find yourself second guessing 3 of the final looks for an upcoming runway show? Well, if you’re me, you grab a stack of spring fabrics to turn into tunic dresses and you pull up your trusty queue of scary movies. Add a large iced green tea, a few kitties, and you are SET.