ninimomo's live auction this year brought in a whopping $15,500 for charity ("the children's home society of florida")., the second highest amount of the night next to bill greening of mattel's stunning entry. since our company focuses so much on couture fashion, we decided to focus our attention on what we do best. our three decadent ladies each wear a classic evening gown inspired by one of the famed couturiers of the mid-century. to learn more about our live auction, please read the flyer above.
our balenciaga gown in sky blue silk charmeuse has been smothered in hand-sewn beadwork from top to bottom with bands of genuine swarovski crystal rhinestones along chest and hem. gown has been paired with a silk taffeta evening coat which has been adorned along front edges and three quarter sleeve edges with silver filigree and hand-sewn beadwork. hand-sewn faux swarovski pearl ball "buttons" complete the coat. rhinestone jewelry and hair accessories add the final touches. doll formerly: barbie basics #1
our givenchy entry was inspired by the french couturier's classic design for audrey hepburn in her role as sabrina. silk white taffeta has been meticulously and painstakingly hand-painted in a gorgeous replica of gown's original floral pattern. then, hand-sewn beadwork and genuine swarovski crystal rhinestone accents have been added. genuine swarovski crystal rhinestone jewelry and white evening gloves complete the look. doll formerly: society hound we've also included a couturier ken (happy family grandpa) in the diorama complete with wool pants, dress shirt and tie. he's holds a yardstick.
finally, our dior entry wears the classic evening gown from 1949 consisting of a multitude of petal panels encompassing a ball skirt in sheer peach organza. each leaf has been painstakingly covered in hand-sewn beadwork. bodice too has been covered in hand-sewn beadwork as well as her sheer gauntlets. shimmering rhinestone jewelry complete her look. doll formerly: publicity tour this diorama comes complete with a dior seamstress (alexis carrington) in a black silk taffeta dress complete with pin cushion bracelet.
