Silver and teal ombré off-the-shoulder knitted pointelle floor-length dress with beaded braille
The exaggerated collar drapes elegantly over her shoulders.
Dress created using both stoll M1 knitting and Brother flatbed machines with hand embroidery and dye
Made using merino wool and mohair. Yarns sourced in the United States.
Please see my portfolio website for details: https://julietteferens.myportfolio.com/
My work is inspired by the ocean and its connection to my heritage and experience. As a visually impaired designer, accessibility is deeply personal to me. I've integrated Braille into my garments, creating Braille tags that offer a new way of experiencing fashion, telling a story, empowering independence, and bridging the gap between inclusivity and high fashion to ensure clothing is accessible to everyone. This project celebrates resilience, balance, and the power of design to connect us all.
Photographer: Shelly Serok
Model: Analiese Hardon
Staten Island, New York
Knitwear
