Shades of Sorrow

Model posing outdoors walking into the middle of the smoke. The model is wearing red pants that have a skirt coming out of the front seams. The model is wearing a corset that has peplums on the side of it. The corset is made out of vinyl and metallic lace.

Gold lace over orange vinyl corset. Red silk/wool pants with metallic skirt attached at front seams.

Model shows the back of the garment. The corset is a lace-up back with red ribbon. The back view shows the skirt flowing in the wind. The skirt has two layers: the top is metallic orange and the bottom is red.

Lace-up-back corset with red ribbon. Two-color layered skirt. Back side-seam zipper for easy wear.

Front view of corset has red seamed boning to give definition to the body.

Corset is carefully shaped to give definition to the body. Skirt comes out of the pant seam.

Model laughing as she is turning around. Side view of the garment is present.

Sleeves are carefully shaped to a point to complement other points throughout the garment.

Model is holding up the train of the skirt to show the two colors int the skirt. The skirt has two colors the top being orange and the bottom layer being red.

Skirt is two layers. Metallic orange for the top layer and red for the bottom layer.

This project explores grief as a personal yet universal experience. Inspired by my grandfather’s passing, the theme reflects on the emotional journey of loss, from denial and anger to acceptance. The designs use contrasting colors, textures, and symbolic elements to represent each stage of grief, blending vulnerability with strength. The collection highlights the importance of memory, healing, and honoring loved ones, encouraging reflection and appreciation of their lasting impact.