Above are two of my inspiration boards for the Spring 2010 "Lightness" collection. An inspiration board is really a tool to narrow down what the theme of the collection should be. You always have so many themes running around in your head, but an inspiration board really forces you to commit to an idea (though I usually end up changing it again ;))
An inspiration board is also just a piece of paper that you can look at all the time. Sometimes an idea will sound right in your head, but when you're combining it with fabric swatches, you realize, Okay that might not work together.
People always ask me how I get inspiration for my new collections. I usually just go on the internet and look for something that I have an instant conection with. This season, there were lots of colors and African themes. As you can tell, it actually morphed into a collection of lightness instead. Sometimes what you start off with is not what you end up with.
Photos from my Spring 2010 Collection:
And finally, here's me wearing the Lolita dress from the collection at the recent Lightness show supporting The Fairy Godmother Project.
Thanks everyone for stopping by, check back soon for more updates!
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Chloe
61 comments:
I am the first! Yay me. Love your stuff.
Love all the dresses! So pretty :)
Awesome blog post, so happy to see your work and so happy for my friend Sasha to be working with you x
SO PRETTY, and yay for african themes, the motherland always has such fierce inspiration =b.
Hey Chloe, good to know that you just started a blog! I like it! I think you're a brilliant fashion designer since you entered Project Runway. I so wanna be like you when I grow up! LOVE YOU CHLOE!
Always loved your clothes, Chloe....so feminine : )
Everyone's jumping into the blogging mix and I'm glad you are as well! I love the idea for the new collection. Can't wait to stop by the store again.
So pretty! Love them All! Kristypage@hotmail.com
This collection is stunning! I am a huge fan of your designs!
-Michelle Miller
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Glad you've started a blog:) I continually recommend your boutique to my friends
Its gorgous!D
Sandra
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so pretty...
May Bui @ Phantahsey@hotmail.com
Your clothes are just stunning, and what makes it even greater is that you design clothes for "real women" and not just those on the runway. God bless and continued success always!
Florence
Your clothes are so pretty Miss Chloe! I always buy your pieces off QVC. Love em!
Diana DiPierro
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Beautiful work!!
Love the "lightness" of all the beautiful pieces!
Thalia Aguirre
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Your colection is beautiful..The soul of her creator is reflected :)
Marcela Ugarte
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You have a beautiful collection.
Your work is amazing! Can you open in San Antonio soon?
Hi Chloe ! so great to be here witnessing the new wave of American fashion .. you have rocked our world with your designs straight from your mind and soul.
Keep on wowing us! Love ya !
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Beautiful! I'm still waiting for some plus sized pieces from you. I think you would do a beautiful job.
Simone
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Love all your clothes! Yes would love to be entered into the drawing.
Sandy Adams
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Hum. I love what you do. What could I say more? LOL ... Well, I could add that the green dress is amazing! It "smells" like lemon, or reminds me pistachio. =) Good sensations, anyway. Kisses
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I am so impressed with your new 2010 line up! You are such an incredible talent!
Awesome collection!
Benny Paredes
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So glad you are in the blogosphere! I will add a link from Houston Dog Blog :0)!
Ryan
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Hi Chloe! Love your designs!
Naomi Klein
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The collection is lovely. You are very talented and I love what you do. Seeing the inspiration board was very interesting.
BEAUTIFUL!! so excited to see you expand the chloe dao brand!
Love it! Can't wait to see more!
-Kristina
So romantic and beautiful. Absolutely love your Lightness collection.
Edna
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I really like your new things..must meet and talk soon! XOXO
Vera
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I so like the baby blue one. I may have to drop by your shop soon. :)
trisha_luong@yahoo.com
Chloe, you are a true inspiration and set such a positive example. Now, with this blog, there is another venue for you to share your vision, insight, and latest projects with all the fans & beyond. Us at RAMS! :)
I love your designs! beautiful! Lightness show was amazing! - Samantha
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Dear Chloe, I'm from Peru, and I'm such a big fan of your work and inspiration! I don't have yet a dress from your collection but I'm saving money and I'm sure one day I'll get one! all I can say summarize in one word is lightness! thank you for all Chloe!
Chloe,
Always a fellow industry supporter from Houston. If your ever in need of a fashion photographer please let me know.
Chloe.. I am a huge fan of your clothing. I think you are ultra talented. Can't wait to add your blog to my list of favorites! Tell Trinh hi. Hopefully you guys are working out.. she always tells me she's not working out enough ;o) Hugs from Utah!
Exquisite Collection.
Judith
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Amber M
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Love your work! I always get compliments when I wear your stuff.
--Trang
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An inspiration board! That is so cool. I think I'll be starting one soon. :)
Brandon May
brandon@hypnoticsubliminals.com
Your lightness collection is so aptly named. You get the feeling of wispy gossamer light fabric but also the palest of pastels. I love the baby blue one shoulder confection. Gorgeous as always!
-Mai
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Lovely!!!
Stefanie
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LUV your Lightness Collections! So pretty fun & flirty!!
Talented, creative and ready to rock the world!
I really love your designs. They're simple, elegant, and sexy.
forgot my name and email :)
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April Ordonez
Chloe - Sunday's dress was AMAZING. Love all your dresses. carb0331@yahoo.com
I like the back of the 1st dress ! ANd the 3rd dress too ! Looks like a modern city wedding dress ! Love it !
Love your designs! Now that I met you it was a lot of fun watching project runway again. Michael :)
Hi Chloe!
I love your designs, and inspiration process, great work!
Gabriella
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fashiondesignprosperity.blogspot.com
Hi Chloe! I modeled a few of your gorgeous pieces in the "Frosted" show in the Woodlands on Friday! It is a great line & I had a wonderful time! Keep doing what you do! :) Love, Kelsey Byers
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My favorite is that swiss dot (?) dress!
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Lovely lovely lovely....All the dresses are amazingly beautiful!GREAT WORK!!!
the yellow dress is the epitome of lightness - like sunshine!
loved you since project runway and getting my prom dress from the lot 8 botique!
Stephanie
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My favorite dress is the "flirty" yellow one! It truly evokes lightness!
I'd like you to please post the DRESS you made and she wore for THE LITTLE COUPLE JEN
please post...
thanks
I'm like a big fan of your clothes and just wanted to say when I saw you on Project Runway you have inspire me to do more with the clothes i draw. I will like to meet you in person b/c one year I'm going to be on project runway and almost like you.
Great post on fashion trends. I have checked out For a subtle look and For a lot of look wish list and found affordable dresses for women. All dresses are really lovely and appreciable. The design makes it unique than others.
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