In this portfolio I’ll show you some of my designs for office wear.
And with designs like desk-to-dinner dresses and coats, there’s no need to change for after-work occasions. Don’t forget that these designs can be altered to your preferences. You can custom fabrics, colours, buttons and any other details.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Suit Volta’
Stand out in these fashion-forward pieces. The design of this business-suit is called ‘Suit Volta’ because it will empower your performance at work.
Your body proportions and the fashion sketch
Chances are that a fashion sketch is not a mirror image of your figure. To take your body proportions into account, the design then needs to be adjusted. You may be curvy or very straight, have short or long legs, uneven legs, small or big boobs, broad shoulders… a tailor-made approach can deal with all that and more.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of Suit Volta into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer. In this case for a client with a “hour-glass body type”.
The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Dress Constance’
This beautiful business look body-con dress, called ‘Dress Constance’, fits like a glove. Close fitting means that the dress will follow your curves. The lining gives the dress some sturdiness and hides imperfections in the undergarments.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of ‘Dress Constance’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer. In this casr for a clinet with a “hour-glass body type”.
The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Suit River’
I like to offer artistic styles for distinctive fabrics. But is was a challenge to make ‘Suit River’ from real cork.
At first the material is rigid, but later it becomes flexible and soft. Note that the jacket is packed with the construction details you love, including piped buttonholes.
Real cork is very nice to wear. In summer the fabric stays cool and in winter this suit gives you warmth. And all eyes are on you.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of Suit River into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer. In this case for a body type with short back length and fuller busts.
The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
At the office you choose neutral colours for a formal business look. Note that I used the design of the jacket from ‘Suit River’ for this business suit made of pure wool. The dark blue colour is flattering my figure.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of Suit River’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to, in this case, my body proportions. The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
The same design of ‘Suit River’ is used for this versatile jacket made of blue-black coloured stretch velvet. Combined with a pair of trousers with flowers and flaring legs, called ‘Trousers Flora’, gives a silhouette that is cool and modern.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Suit-dress Chairmelotte’
Looking for an exclusive garment creation? Do you like to dress to impress?
I recommend my Suit-dress design ‘Chairmelotte’ for ladies of all ages who like to wear tailor made formal business outfits.
Press all about the Suit-dress design to see how I transform the unique design of the Suit-dress to flatter different body types.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of ‘Suit-dress design Chairmelotte’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer.
The first is an example of a croquis for a client with a “hour-glass” figure, the second a croquis for a body type with short back length and fuller busts. For that body type the closed neckline of the dress-part at the fashion sketch is a little bit too high for women with short back length, so I adjusted the neckline to a V-shaped neckline, even to flatter the face.
I also choose a lower waistline as well. So there’s more upper body length available, to create more than enough space for the lapel collar of the jacket.
The studio pictures show the final result of these projects.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Coat Claire’
This ‘Coat Claire’ is a perfect choice to wear over a ‘suit-dress’. The suit-dress and the coat made of the same fabric form a stunning combination to add drama to your everyday business look.
You can wear this outfit three seasons, in spring, summer and autumn for work and after-work occasions. For this lovely combination I recommend to choose the same fabric for the suit-dress and the coat as well.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of ‘Coat Claire’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer, in this case for a body type with short back-length.
The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Suit Astrid’
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This jacket’s lovely neckline draws all attention to the shoulders, neck and face. A smart suit that gives you the perfect look for more formal occasions. When you choose ‘Suit Astrid’ you go for clothes that stand out when you are sitting!
The jacket has an open-end zipper at the back: no need for the arms to to reach backwards in putting it on. The large front buttons are decorative only as the jacket closes with press studs. The back zipper is placed up side down to allow zipping from the neck downwards. The sleeves feature short invisible zippers at the wrists.
The skirt is made up of curved panels fitting the seated body. The back is cut high and elasticated for adjustability. The front sits low and doesn’t gather in the groin area. The skirt falls on the knees.
Quick and easy to put on and take off: it can be folded open completely using open-end zipper hiding under a decorative trim.
This business suit is especially created for wheelchair users!
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of ‘Suit Astrid’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer.
The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
In this exclusive design style meets practicality!
Press Wheelchair Couture to go to Chairmelotte’s 1 class Adaptive Fashion, tailored to the sitting position.
Fashion sketch of ‘Desk-to-dinner-dress Elisabeth’
‘Dress Elisabeth’, made of glorious satin-wool fabric, has plaids in the skirt that it make this stylish desk-to-dinner-dress comfortable to wear at work and at after-work occasions. The dress features fabulous trumpet sleeves.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of ‘Dress Elisabeth’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer.
The studio picture shows the final result of the project.
When you take a closer look, you will see that ‘Dress Gabrielle’ is a variation of ‘Dress Elisabeth’ below, with cap sleeves and fake pockets in a contrasting fabric.
Fashion sketch of design ‘Blouse Pascalle”
A white blouse is a true addition to your wardrobe. With you every season and always a loyal friend in your wardrobe.
‘Blouse Pascalle’ is a timeless, wearable and fresh start for any outfit. Once you have the perfect one, you can order it in different colours and styles, so they will certainly not get stuck in your closet unworn.
It’s all about fitting
The perfect fit is different for everyone. Since everyone’s bust is different – yours might be fuller, flatter, higher or lower that the fashion sketch design – so I may need to adjust seams and darts to get the best fit. I am happy to understand many ways to give a three-dimensional shaping to a garment. Princes-seams, for example, allow me to account for the body curves. Pleats and gathers can be used to cinch in fullness. But when seams and gathers aren’t a design feature, I need to account for busts, hips, shoulders and waists.
So I will make you a tailor-made blouse that fits well against the chest and with no tension on the buttons. I also make sure that the seam of the sleeves (at the height of your shoulders) should fall on the shoulder and not over it.
Below you will see how I transformed the fashion sketch of ‘Blouse Pascalle’ into a croquis.
A croquis is a re-drawing of the design attuned to the body proportions of the customer.
This example shows a croquis for a body-type with short back-lenght and full busts.
Nothing beats a snow white blouse, especially when it is decorated with fine pintucks.
Go for Variations
With one basic design I love to make variations. Think about different collars as Classic Kent, Claudine, Casino, Amsterdam lapel revers, or go for a blouse with a Jabot or Ruffles. Or a cutaway collar.
You can choose for example long or short sleeves, cap-sleeves, bell-sleeves, trumpet sleeves. Besides classic cuffs I designed special cuffs, like vanishing cuffs. Last but not least, the blouse will be outstanding by adding fine pintuck-decoration at the front.
The studio pictures show the final result of these projects.
For a basic blouse a cutaway collar is recommended, most necks can have that well without accentuating it to much.
For this blouse made of dusty old pink colored silk I choose a French collar, that flatters the face. To pump the volume these loose fitting sleeves featuring gorgeous great pleads, making this blouse extra ordinary and chic.
Coming soon: fashion sketch of blouse Tilly
For this design I used princes-seams. Princes seams allow me to account for the body curves
This example shows the translation of the fashion sketch of the design into a croquis for a
client with ‘hour-glass’ .
Next to it there’s picture of the final suit-dress.
A neat raised collar gives you just that ‘je ne sais quoi’.
Coming soon: fashion sketch of dress Hortense
Coming soon: croquis
This dress with clean lines is for every body type an excellent choice. A stylish garment, since the dress features an optical great look. This dress has a double identity, while at the front it’s a combination of a dress and a blouse, at the back it’s just a black dress with gray sleeves, featuring cufflinks.
Comfortable to wear, while your blouse is not slipping out of your skirt. A well thought-out design to guarantee a high-end result.
Fashion sketch of body-con dress design ‘Dress Alexandra’
There’s nothing like a killer dress to make you feel on top of your game. Body-con dress ‘Dress Alexandra’ offers a particularly stately elegance, while the 3/4 sleeves features a glamorous touch.
