Why would you ever create a bodice out of fresh flowers? Because you CAN! 🙂
I love creating articles of clothing out of found objects. Stretching the imagination can never hurt! Have you ever tried staring at a simple, commonplace object for a few minutes? Once you do, the object seems to open itself up to new identities.
For example, try fixating your eyes on a jug of milk. After a minute or two, blur your eyes. Notice the object for its lines, weight and texture. What is the object now? A jug of milk or something you are grasping to find a “label” for?
This idea may be a little trippy but I promise I’m not making it up. See what Marchel Chump had to say about his “readymades” and about what makes art, art. The idea of everyday objects as art emerged in the Dada movement, during the first World War.
Ok, that’s enough of an art history lesson for now. But seriously, check out those links because the Dada period is a fascinating time in art making.
This Vintage Gold Blazer from ASTR THE LABEL is one of my favorite pieces and is lined with a gold, cool silk material to match the exterior. I’m wearing a size small but probably could of used an extra small.
How to Arrange a Fresh Flower Bodice
Let’s get straight to it: how to stuff flowers in your pants! I’ve done this twice now and here are some tips I’ve learned:
- Dry the stems with a paper towel first if they are wet (seems obvious, but you’ll regret it if you don’t!)
- Hold the flower up to the height you want them on your chest and eyeball where you need to cut the stem. Make sure you leave enough stem to slide in and fit snug under your jeans.
- Layering. I like to choose at least two different types of flowers and make a top layer and a bottom layer. The bottom layer of lavender carnations (as seen above) provide more coverage which is why I added them to the bottom row.
- Try to arrange the flowers in front of a mirror or your cell phone. Otherwise, you may leave some gaping holes!
- I wear a skin color bandeau underneath
- Don’t be afraid to move, once their in it actually feels like you are wearing a top and the bouquet stays in place.
Try this look in some soft lighting and you’ve got a really beautiful photograph. Hopefully this flower bodice look can inspire some creative photography ideas. Looking for more examples? See my post on making a green flower bodice out of fresh flowers.
Let me know how it goes! Happy creating:-)
~Alexandria