The Lily // a custom gown made of printed silk organza. I wanted the gown to be ethereal, delicate, and magical. I wanted it to symbolize a new beginning as I venture into my 30s. 

This gown was made with 6 yards of fine silk organza, cross stitched to birth the voluminous gathers on the bodice and cinched at the waist with a sheer ribbon belt. Each delicate layer on the skirt features a hand sewn horsehair trim, creating volume and dimension.

Photos by Ayaka Sano // Venue: Chicago Art Institute