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Long time no speak!

Fri, 18 May 2012 05:35:00 GMT

Hello there,

it's been a while!

I have been so busy with costuming i have neglected my blog.....

and as you know i am not great with keeping you up to date as it is!!

Fallen Feathers has been consumed by new couture for months now and although it's all very exciting it sure has been exhausting!

I have so much to tell you......

many,many shiny things to show you,

lets get re-acquainted shall we!

The Big Top Tease.

Sat, 19 May 2012 01:42:00 GMT

Once again Sugar Blue Burlesque teamed up with the Ashton Circus for the annual Big Top Tease production.

Fallen Feathers couture shimmered under the stage lights as the performers flounced and flipped around the ring.

Showcased were custom designs including the Ashtons fast track acrobats,

Sugar Blue's saucy siren "Tellulah Lollipop" as a cutesy clown, Max Balls in his Willie Wonka insired juggling costume and "Kimtortion's" vintage vaudeville mermaid....my personal favorite!

The glamorous feminine fishtail was created with loose aubergine scale sequins and black oil-slick feathers.

A padded clam shell bra covered the stunning performer which was then embellished with light reflective crystals, an inspiring art deco costume extravaganza!

Fallen Feathers will continue to work on this costume by building a beautiful antique gold clam shell to fan extending from the waist of the tail.....most exciting.

I promise to show this garment as a work in progress!

Images shown below are compliments of John Leonard Photography.

My Monster Market.

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 02:11:00 GMT

Fallen Feathers is exicted to once again join forces with the delicious "Carnies with Candy" for this years Monster Market!

Come celebrate with a feast of the senses: eat, drink, shop and salivate over the candied carnies as they take to the stage for an afternoon of entertainment.

Fallen Feathers with revive the 'Twisted Individual" range for the event.

Showcased will be one of a kind pieces from the dark side of the cabaret!

Looking forward to seeing you all down there!

Once apon a time....

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 02:35:00 GMT

Baby sitting my niece Sophia,

I have recently become emersed in kid culture.

From a land far, far away, where animated folk wouldn't even give a talking candle stick a second glance rules an evil queen willing to lock a fair maiden in the highest tower for having skin as white as snow.

Much like the beloved "Shrek" all the fairy-tales begin to roll into one after a while!

It is here that i drew inspiration for the new collection:

"Once upon a time"

If you were a fan of the amazing "M.A.C-Villains" range you will soon have access to the perfect outfit to match!

A selection of Fallen Feathers designs due to arrive include:

"White as snow"

"The Talking Candlestick"

"De'vil"

Fallen Feathers for Fringe!

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 01:58:00 GMT

Finally i can breathe again!

With the Perth Fringe Festival closing it's curtains for another year, Adelaide Fringe costumes up ready to continue the festivities.

Fallen Feathers was lucky to be amongst all the quirky commotion showcasing creations in both stage spectacles " Mardi Gras Tease" by the highly sort after Sugar Blue Burlesque and soon to hit the stage " Farce of Sodom"

Many long days and late nights were spent working on the beaded, bustled garments and although it was most enjoyable to reach the light at the end of the tunnel i will be delighted to put some distance between myself and boned circular petticoats!

Wishing the cast of " Farce of Sodom" all the best on their up and coming performance.

Tea with the Mad Hatter!

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 02:17:00 GMT

I was so excited to be the first choice to style the Mad Hatters "Eat, Drink, Perth Festival" photoshoot for the Sunday Times.

Naturally Fallen Feathers and the weird world of wonderland go hand and hand but seeing as all things alice do excite me so, i was very much appreciative to be involved.

Cute, quirky model and hostess of the up and coming tea party "Feisty Strumpet" face of "Feisty Entertainment" was transformed into a Tim Burtonesque Mad Hatter, supported by tea and candy.....the breakfast of champions!

The image adorns the cover of the lift out announcing the festival of culinary delights.

The Mad Hatters Tea Party takes place this Saturday March 11th from 2pm in the Northbridge Piazza.....look forward to a day of all things Alice!

Mardi Gras Tease!

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:27:00 GMT

With Perth Fringe Festival fast approaching my creative mind is moving into overdrive!

Sugar Blue Burlesque's "Mardi Gras Tease" is selling out at record speeds and I,Sapphire Demure am very excited to be a part of it.

Drawing on inspiration from deranged yet genius works of the Mighty Boosh, Fallen Feathers will recreate the "Spirit of Jazz" for the Speigeltent Tent Spectacular.

Find tickets here to play your part in the Perth Fringe Festival "Mardi Gras Tease".

http://fringeworld.com.au/ticketing/EventDetails.aspx?EventGuid=262350d1-886c-4222-acf0-08a64e178888

Noel Fielding: The Spirit of Jazz

Mardi Gras Tease, Photography by David Woolley.

Fallen Feathers for Red Stripe Clothing.

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:59:00 GMT

Along side Fallen Feathers staple ranges "Pretty as a Pin-up" and "Greta wore a Gasmask" Red Stripe Clothing is home to tailored Fallen Feathers styles for the edgier pin-up girl.

New styles will be available for purchase this coming week both in store or via their website:

www.redstripeclothing.com/

New styles include a sneak peak into the retro swimsuit collection which will soon be available from the fallen feathers etsy site!

Super cute retro designs made from high quality lycra for a perfect sleek fit.

Miss Jane, mistress of the Luwow!

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:05:00 GMT

Behind the red curtain of Fallen Feathers couture emerges Miss Jane, a Sugar Blue Burlesque siren and mistress of the Melbourne Burlesque scene. "From the Flower Bed" a Fallen Feathers creation was the inspiration behind the hula goddess design. The devine dancer showcased the floral wonder at the Luwow, Melbournes cocktail aventure through the south seas! As well as Fallen Feathers "Pretty as a Pin-up" gallery, you can see more of Miss Jane on her fan page!

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Miss-Jane/172422059228

Tiki Goddess Polynesian Princess Cocktails from theSouth Seas!

Sweet as Sugar!

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:27:00 GMT

While sipping on a very expensive yet delicious juice this fine summer i flipped through the summer edition of Candy Magazine.

It was here i stumbled across, well myself....Fallen Feathers!

There it was, Fallen Feathers in all it's glory with the likes of fashion royalty such as Vivienne Westwood, Auerillo Costarella, Ruth Tarvydas, and Ae'lkemi!

The shoot was perfect for the Fallen Feathers circus girl image with the darling model sitting up high in the sky on the trapeze.

I recalled conversing with the stylist about how to bring her side show idea to life, assisting her with my aerial knowledge through Cirquest.

It was indeed a heart warming experience to see our fashion dreams out into glossy print!

Magazine submission oh my!

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 01:55:00 GMT

Fallen Feathers has teamed up once again with the wonderful workings of David Woolley Vintage Glamour Photography to capture the essence of vintage beach vixens for Crusin' Hotrod Magazine.

Look out for it on magaine stands.

Here is a sneak peak into the Fallen Feathers first retro swimsuit line!

So nice to meet you

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:13:00 GMT

Its been a long time in the making but here we are,
Fallen Feathers at your fingertips!

From the stages of Sugar Blue Burlesque to your screens, pin-up couture in all it's glittering glory.

No longer do you have to search high and low to complete your vintage diva collection as it's all here at Fallen Feathers, the one stop pin-up shop!

Ready to wear vintage inspired classics can be found in Pretty as a Pin-up
Greta wore a Gasmask is home to the effortlessly cool

Those in the market for something a little more red curtain worthy can visit the gallery for inspiration before making an appointment to create your own design.

Need your burlesque fix now? Visit my esty store for feathery delights in all forms:
fallenfeathersco on etsy

So wonderful for you to join my tea party,
I do hope you enjoy your stay.
Happy shopping!!

Walking works of Art

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 08:46:00 GMT

Wonderous creations were brought to life this year at the Perth Town Hall for the debut of the Beaux Arts Ball.

Perths finest creative talents let their minds run wild with the creation of wearable works of art for all to see.

A glorious hommage to the flawless styling from the art deco era.

Fallen Feathers was flattered to have not one but 3 garments included in the festivities.

In the next coming months everyone's glorious creations will be displayed in the Beaux Arts Ball Book.....can't wait!!

"From the Flower Bed" modelled by Agatha Frisky

"Shadows and Smoke Screens" modelled by Rosa Noir

"Rising from the Ashes" modelled by Cherry La-Pop.