Deco Modiste
Interview with Half Past Lavish
Half Past Lavish interviewed Kimberlee (our designer!!) on her upcoming collection to be presented at the Parasol Party.
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HPL: What is your inspiration for the Deco Modiste collection being unveiled at the Parasol Party?
Kimberlee: Having a background as a costume designer, I took on the theme of the party as the inspiration for my new collection. Marie Antoinette crossed with the flirty fifties in a soft color pallet were the key ideas behind this fun collection of cocktail dresses and evening gowns.
HPL: The Parasol Party sounds like every girl’s fantasy, no matter how old we get! What interested you most about becoming a featured designer for the night?
Kimberlee: I had been working on a collection of cocktail dresses, evening gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and wedding gowns for the past few months. I’m inspired by the location of the event, the Clise Mansion and the English gardens, and the theme for the event; Marie Antoinette crossed with flirty Fifties makes the Parasol Party the perfect venue to unveil my newest collection.
HPL: Tell us a little bit about Deco Modiste and who you are as a designer?
Kimberlee: Deco Modiste – n., French – (dek-oh. moh-deest.) – a female maker of women’s fashionable attire in a mode suggestive of elegant and stylish modernism. Deco Modiste is a small clothing company based in Seattle, WA, providing classic, ready-to-wear items that will quickly become a staple in any wardrobe. The line is designed and manufactured in the USA using natural fibers and notions. The focus is women’s separates with a vintage flair and vintage inspired designs with a modern twist. Deco Modiste offers simple, elegant, and fun pieces that work well with seasonal trends, but are timeless enough to become classics. Deco Modiste clothing is for the woman on the go and easily translates from office to evening. The company specializes in small, limited runs. Offering limited runs ensures the quality of our garments will remain high while remaining unique.
HPL: What makes these garments unique?
Kimberlee: The collection of dresses is constructed out of salvaged wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses – I’m reworking the lace, buttons, and fabric into new inspired designs.
HPL: Oooh, we love eco-friendly too! Kimberlee, we are so excited to have you join us at the Parasol Party! See you on June 11th!
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Kimberlee Iblings is the head designer of Deco Modiste. She says, “I got my start in my moms sewing room, helping with dance costumes while still in elementary school.” As a young adult she would jump at any experience she could get her hands on. Wardrobe Styling, Costume designing for film, and Head Costumer for 3 seasons at a local theater, led Kimberlee to get a degree in Fashion design from The New York Fashion Academy. Being a finalist for the 2008 Seamless in Seattle competition started the line currently known as Deco Modiste.
Set against the backdrop of a vibrant city, Half Past Lavish enters the scene with passion, creativity, talent, and experience….
The Parasol Party is a scene-setting event. Stepping into the lush gardens of the Clise Mansion guests will enter into a feminine, vintage, European fantasy. Where else can a girl and her friends sip cocktails, snack on decadent sweets, enjoy signature shopping, and partake in a fashion show under their very own parasol?
Sponsors of the Parasol Party include Seattle Picks, Bella Umbrella, DRY Soda, Wink Cupcakes, Amore Chocolates, Bellevue Massage, The Bathery, and Brick House Photography. Vendors include Poco Carretto Gelato, LUSH, Scentsy Candles, Deco Modiste, Party Girl Aprons, Sandy Martino Jewelry, and Julep Nail Parlor.
All proceeds from the “parasol sale” at the event will go to the American Heart Association.
Please go to www.halfpastlavish.com/events.html for event details. Tickets can be purchased online at www.brownpapertickets.com for $15 or at the door for $20.
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