Mere Perception: The Eyes of Laura Mars

Presentation inspired by the 1970's movie, "The Eyes of Laura Mars."

(Hard copy accompanied by spec and grade sheets for each garment.)

Holding Court: Portfolio Group 3

The Ghost Who Walks: Portfolio Group 2

Draping Exercises: Works In Progress

During my time at FIT, I came to realize a love of draping. Often times, I found when limiting myself by using a single square piece of fabric with minimal or no cutting during the draping process, to achieve a more unique design or interesting cut. Almost none of the above dresses are finished garments but simply pinned together exercises so please excuse the visible construction efforts. However, it was through this type of free form draping exercise that I discovered a talent for quickly coming up with new design ideas. Most of these dresses were draped in under 15 minutes, and I think they show a certain design aesthetic that came to be known amongst my peers and professors as a "Caitlyn Dress."

FIT Graduate

I successfully finished my degree at FIT, graduating Magna Cum Laude from the program.

Term Garment

One garment based on the Film Noir era in cinema but with a modern sensibility.

This dress is constructed using Chiffon with sequin underlay for demure effect and Silk Charmeuse for the front skirt and lining. It is partially a wrap dress--and while a dress on the one side, separates into top and skirt on the other. The skirt is supported by invisible straps and the sequins are exposed on the bottom portion of the skirt lining. I hope it communicates an understated, yet alluring feeling.

Long Live the Dancing Scene: Portfolio Group 1

Some recent additions to my portfolio based on combining a minimalist design approach to the fashion scene that was present during the days of Studio 54.