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Christine Ann Tabhan
Christine Ann Tabhan

Name: Christine Ann Tabhan

Major: Fashion Design

Minor: Fashion Merchandising

How many garments will be in your collection?
8

How would you best describe your design style?
My design style would best be described sexy/elegant/retro with a twist of 80's glam.

How and when did you become interested in design?
Back in 1992 I started making my own clothes because I was the biggest tomboy known to woman so to please my mother and her dream to have the girl she always wanted I started to make "my" version of the female dress.

What types of silhouettes will you be presenting?
The silhouette I have chosen to follow is the natural curve of the female body.

What was (were) your inspiration(s) for this collection?
My inspiration for the collection I am presenting is my Mother, Vionnette, the body, the face, and all in-between.

What fabrics will you be using?
Fabrics I have chosen are Organdy, Silk Chiffon, Charmeuse

What important detail work should be noticed?
Hand beading on the belts, hand beaded accessories all original designs for the accessories and garments.

What designer(s) do you admire, or would most like to work with and why?
Designers I admire are Vionnette for her work with the bias, myself for my contribution to the entire design network.

Describe yourself as a designer in five words or less.
Self Ignited!

Other interests or hobbies?
Accessory designer, Home Accessories

 
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