A Heart for Children 2020 l Our outfit for Nazan Eckes



The outfit
The idea
The outfit for this special day had to be festive, modern, and charming. A mix of dress and tuxedo. A play with materials was also very important.
So we decided on a jumpsuit that wouldn't restrict Ms. Eckes 's movements, but rather gave her freedom. This combination blends the elements of the tuxedo and the jumpsuit into a single, unified whole.

The production
This ensemble features a great deal of attention to detail. A material mix of Crêpe and silk duchesse adds excitement and makes the ensemble particularly elegant. The lapel collar, as well as the integrated bodice and belt made of duchesse, stand out particularly well against the deep black of the crepe. The flared trouser legs and the smoothly falling Crêpe emphasize the female silhouette.
The asymmetrical tuxedo jumpsuit impresses with its linear shape and shoulder detail. The half tuxedo jacket with narrow sleeves accentuates the shoulder, while the left shoulder is bare. The hand-crafted shoulder pad, in particular, was tailored to this outfit to create a distinctive shape.
The waist is accentuated by the wide, double-breasted belt, which features hand-covered duchesse buttons. We also used materials for the interior of the corset that provide support while still offering great comfort. This creates a symbiosis of chic and comfortable.






The fittings
During the first fitting, the model developed piece by piece. In the first step, we compiled various concepts and fabrics. From numerous designs, we settled on a mix of jumpsuit and tuxedo. We also mixed different colors and textures, measured the fabrics, and, after the fitting, decided on black. Crêpe and black silk duchesse.
We prepared the model for the second fitting and decided on the details during the fitting. We also emphasized the comfort of the outfit, so we added a stretch side panel to the bodice to ensure Ms. Eckes didn't restrict her movement.
The third fitting was used to fine-tune the dress: the length, the shoes , the choice of jewelry , the neckline, and the width of the belt.


The final result

