I designed, patterned, and constructed these garments after researching the draping and patterning techniques used by Charles Frederick Worth, known as the Father of Haute Couture. I focused on his use of curved seaming to fit and dramatize the body, and developed unusual patterns by imitating his technique of using continuous panels to cover the body. The House of Worth showed interest in the mini collection as they are undergoing a revival under Giovanni Bedin, who previously worked for Karl Lagerfeld and Thierry Mugler.