#open work

University of Zambia, Lusaka. 1965

Architects: Julian Elliot, Anthony Chitty & Douglas Yetter

DAY 3

Christine Herzer, GOODBYE-DRAWING, SEYMOUR+, PARIS

writing a GOODBYE-drawing in space that will cease to exist

Cut from pure organic cotton, this smock long sleeve dress radiates a regal charm with its high neckline, flared ruffled skirt panels and all over broderie anglaise open work detailing. The look lifted even further by the deep black fabric and the calf-length design. Wear over chunky boots for a high fashion bohemian goth feel.

High neckline with key hole

Lantern sleeves

Broderie anglaise open work fabrication

Inner slip included

Organic cotton

Black

Blackwork is a kind of embroidery, which is itself a kind of storytelling. On the surface the embroiderer creates a series of disconnected squares or cells, which are understood to be separated from one another by the viewer. The observer sees only a delicate black lace of darkness, suggestive of both wealth and luxury, supported by clever brains, and dedicated and industrious hands. It could…