Another Retrofuture Dress // Pointed Peplums & Iridescent Sleeves

I cannot be stopped, well...hopefully I can be stopped because eek! Baby it's hot outside, so I need to cut it out with these long sleeved dresses. This retro-futuristic, science fiction meets midcentury modern inspired dress is a /bit/ over the top, but why not? Catch me at the popcorn stand outside Star Tours, I'll be the one in red...
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[@drhotdog489]

I am OBSESSED with your retro future aesthetic such a new vibe I am absolutely in a chokehold.

[@lovoniaparks]

YES CHOKEHOLD! The aesthetic is about to drop the elbow on me from the top ropes! Bout to tap out! ❤️ Love all of the fashionable creations.

[@chaeburger]

I totally agree!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! 🤣❤️

[@jmwilson6792]

Chokehold eh? 😈

[@kellyrose3905]

This is SO good. Maybe host a Villainess's night out with friends? Because as my sister pointed out this dress is very "evil space empress" and it's fantastic.

[@SauronsAccntnt]

Ooohh exactly! That perfectly captures the vibe I was getting too

[@simonecummings9157]

I was thinking a mob bosses wife.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kelly!

[@kimberlydonohoe3427]

Absolutely fabulous. As a fan of sci-fi, vintage fashion, and statement making clothes...it is perfect.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kimberly!

[@naturalcambion3747]

Words cannot adequately describe how stunning that dress is and how absolutely sublime you look in it! 🔥🔥❤️‍🔥🔥🔥

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@caitlynmyers5735]

I showed my husband the finished dress and he said, "Why would she christen the rocket ship when she could captain it?"

[@lovoniaparks]

❤️🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🔥❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Facts 💅✨😂

[@lisascenic]

🚀🚀🚀 You are an absolute marvel 🚀🚀🚀

[@sonjadalglish6544]

Great design and execution.

[@deelorean2956]

Absolutely zero complaints if you want to keep on with these retro futurism looks. They're all fantastic!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@Neonatnoon]

A gauzy iridescent future trench!?! Yes yes yes! I love the projects you have been doing lately. Keep it up!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Tiff!

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Shows like project runway are more drama then design, but if there was a legit venue, your creativity and aesthetic would take the top prize!

[@bellasmith8821]

Agreed! I would love to see a drama free version where it's just a bunch of super passionate people like Bianca making things like this without ridiculous timeframes, just good vibes and making great clothes

[@J_Kwan]

Would love to see her on something like Next in Fashion

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kathy! I bet some youtubers get more views than tv shows do...and no producers being tricky with the footage to create silliness either is a big bonus!

[@Chibihugs]

The sleeves!The shape. Oh, I am feeling this aesthetic. Beautiful!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@ghostsandcoffee126]

I LOVE this dress! Really I've been loving the whole Shiny Fabric Shenanigans situation that's been happening, but those sleeves are tipping it even further!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Shiny sleeves, had to be done ✨

[@ghostsandcoffee126]

@@TheClosetHistorian But like, now I want all my dresses to have some kind of awesome statement sleeve. This is gonna be dangerous for my wallet 🤣

[@ms.mightymightymunson8871]

I can’t tell you how amazing this looks. Your creativity and proficiency is outstanding. Such a fan! This is new series of yours is my favorite. Keep it up and thank you for being such a source of creativity!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you so much! 💜

[@rachelkanode2063]

LOL, I love that you don't like French seams because of the double stitching, but for the multi-piece dresses, we gotta have the topstitching. 🤣 Also feel like this shiny series is blessedly timed for Pride month, all of these ensembles are giving me queer-Bird-of-Paradise vibes, and I'm here for it!! 🏳‍🌈🐦

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Rachel!! ✨🌈

[@doblemaltita]

this is absolutely true

[@WantedVisual]

Gonna file this under "things i would wear, all the time, everwhere, including funerals and grocery store, if I could own one". My machine flips out when I get near it with stretch, and I'm pretty sure my wife would be upset if I blew the savings account on the Husqvarna of my dreams.

[@ashleyr6174]

buy the machine 🤣 my best friend has two husqvarna machines and they’re powerhouses. well worth the expense.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

What a rude little machine to be so sensitive! Check craigslist for a cheapy ancient one, my 1955 doesn't mind the stretch and spandex wasn't even invented when she was made 😂

[@cassafrass098]

this is insaaaaaaaane. I thought I loved your retrofuture real estate agent outfit but WHATEVER THIS IS has stolen my heart.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@DevonDowner]

THESE BEETLE WINGS ARE EEEEVERYTHING!!! Oh my god. I want a beetle dress but with either a black or daaark purple with the shiny wings. Wowowooww this is my new fav project of yours!!

[@megb9700]

Yes on those sleeves!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Deborah!

[@icidiots13]

Having previously taught a class exclusively on zipper insertion, I can assure you that basting is the answer....which is why I personally avoid zippers if I can help it.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Dang it! I need more patience...

[@Reggiespaghettismom]

The reveal was beyond my comprehension… it’s an 11/10.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jasmine!

[@lacycox8075]

This dress looks like “gorgeous space diplomat” to me! I love it!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lacy!

[@nicoleandtime]

OMG absolutely amazing. You could keep making razy colorblocked things like this forever and I'd never stop watching. You are spectacular

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Nicole!

[@josie8581]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I'm loving the space queen looks that you’re putting together, they're so amazing!!!!! 👏👏💙

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Josie!

[@kachnickau]

Team Obsessed for sure. I do not know where to wear this either, but I guess I will try in future what corporate office withstands 😀😂

[@valhallafiasco1932]

That dress and fabric combo are glorious! Also perfect timing on how to make those sleeves. I'm about to start on a dramatic house robe and was thinking of making sleeves just like that!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Epic sleeves are a gift ✨

[@adigurney]

I think this screams future New Year’s Eve party vibes and I love it 🥰

[@sharonshields1482]

Thank you for sharing your work. Those sleeves are amazing, you look stunning in that dress.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sharon!

[@molnotmole3428]

If I ever get super powers I want you to design my costume. I’ll be waiting for that trench coat, it sounds amazing!

[@ZeroGravity514]

You in this dress popped on screen and I spontaneously said, out loud, "Oh my Gawd that is freaking awesome!!" Couldn't help it. Wow!!

[@RychaardRyder]

Looving this game of thrones meets black mirror era design, cant wait to watch the video!

[@chaeburger]

I don't think you should apologize. I am thoroughly loving your current Shine™ period!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Chae! I always think "surely no one wants to see another shiny thing?" but then the video does better than I expect, so clearly I should just keep sewing 😅❤️

[@Jojo-wj8ex]

Epic dress! Love it - don't know where you would wear it, but who cares, it was fun to see it come together. Another great video! Thank you.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jojo!

[@barbaradevan7605]

This may be my favorite yet. I love watching you sew, you do such a beautiful job. It is absolutely lovely on you. You should be very proud of yourself.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Barbara!

[@belindacoba5158]

I remember when you made the color blocking total recall dress, that it was very dificult for you and now you are doing things far more complicated and using different types materials and mastering the technique!!!. Amazing series...

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Belinda!

[@belindacoba5158]

@@TheClosetHistorian 😊

[@WindspielArt]

wow that dress is awesome! Nothing I personally would wear but I love the design! Designs like this are the reason I think sewing isnt a "craft" as many say (or not only) but art!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! ❤️

[@gwendoline_kenmuir75]

The organza you used for the sleeve reminded me of the trench coat the girl from blade runner wore I’m loving the series of unusual fabrics very much

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Gwen!

[@becauseimafan]

15:13 The transition! The change in your voiceover! 😂 It is perfection! I am so looking forward to how you put this together and the reveal 🤩

[@becauseimafan]

Oh. My. God. This project... Your dress is amazing! Like, it's so gorgeous, dramatic, a _statement_ and I like what it says!! It needs a better word than dress, something grand, but idk what it could be. Y'know, actually, I know exactly what your dress made me think of, and feel - it's that iconic quote from the movie Addams Family Values, where Gomez Addams says: Woo her, admire her. *Make her feel like she is the most sublime creature on Earth.* ♥️ Loved this. I just loved this! ♥️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@juliemeanor6531]

Wow, magnificent. Even better you could hide a pocket under the peplum.

[@lynn858]

I would totally do that!

[@lynn858]

The ‘iridescent plastic fabric that sews better than most similar options’ does not ship to Canada. Dang… I’ll just have to maybe actually use something I already have, and work on projects I’ve already planned. ;p

[@Susanfuzz]

Ooooh! I was just looking for this!! Had a day of sewing a Darth Vader balloon for next years raffle quilt… very successful … I’ve been waiting with bated breath for this one🖤

[@catzkeet4860]

This has nothing to do with the dress really but I just wanted to say how happy I am to see the word “bated” as in bated breath, spelt correctly for once. Thank you, you’ve made my day :)

[@bnhietala]

I'm loving this vintage punk sort of look! It actually reminds me of The Jetsons! It's so much fun!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@DeniseMJoerg]

WOW! This dress is so cool! Love it...Great job!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Denise!

[@MarchandDeModes]

You could wear it to a retro-futuristic-blacklight hologram prewedding surprise party. Or, possibly just to to the party as the mad alchemist black light hologram bar tender?

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Or trader joes!

[@debiapostol]

This is another stunning dress … just STUNNING!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Debi!

[@belfrykat]

that is simply stunning. of course now i need a vintage-style futuristic gown of my own.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kat! Do ittt!

[@lyssamonissa]

I NEED these sleeves in my life. 😍😍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I have made 3 dresses with these sleeves...so far 😂❤️

[@Puppy52]

Love the sleeves! Also love how you did your hair 😁😁

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@classyZ7]

OMG!! This is wonderful ❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Mary!

[@floraf01]

Great video! The side back looks ok, actually. I think we're all more aware of the flaws in our sewing projects, even when they aren't really that noticeable. I love the iridescent sleeve lining. I should make a dress like this the next time I'm invited to a spaceship party ;)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Flora! I am temped to make more iridescent sleeves in the future for sure!

[@ReinaElizondo]

Ahhh I love it! This is so fun! The peplum and sleeves 🤩💜💜💜💜! I feel like this is a dress that gives you an excuse to make up epic party themes lol.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Reina! I luckily love an extra themed party

[@jessieborrell1856]

This is fantastic! lol looks like something Padme would haven worn in Star Wars

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jessie! Padme is style goals for sure!!

[@grottoserpentina9342]

The one and only Space Insect Queen. Stunned!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@susansmith8602]

That dress is epic and the rich red is surely your color! Stunning!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Susan!

[@Katypillar713]

This is the best part of my Thursday nights every week

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! ❤️

[@bloodymary77]

The dress is freaking amazing!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Mariia!

[@sylviemariehebert9758]

This is epic! I can't help but think of a powersuit when you used those reflective fabrics. Something about it just scream high power!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@gillianstapleton7741]

What an epic dress. The sleeves, with the fitted undersleeves, are so gorgeous.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Gillian!

[@livinginthenow]

This is just... chef's kiss!! It really gives me "Bride of Chaotica running errands about town and meeting her bestie for tea" vibes.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!! ✨❤️

[@phyllisstein1837]

Luv that dress! And you're right, it's best to be prepaired for all possible occations. I'm quite sure Richard Branson will be giving you a call next launch.

[@phyllisstein1837]

You in that dress is stunning. You really bring the dress to life.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Phyllis!

[@cherylrosbak4092]

Oh my god, this is fabulous! I don't know what more to say -- this might be my favourite dress you've ever done.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cheryl!

[@gowriwarrier2370]

EPIC sleeves!!! This dress may be one of my favorite projects that I’ve seen you tackle yet.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@janevacani6789]

Wow, just WOW! The dress is stunning 😍😍😍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jane!

[@nurmihusa7780]

Arriving ANYWHERE in that will be AN OCCASION!! For dogsake, it would even elevate taking out the recycling!!! Just WOW!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!! I'll host a space themed dinner party sometime I hope 😂✨

[@nniffa393]

This dress is AMAZING. Those sleeves are so cool!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@daseineschaf]

I recently started pattern drafting with your fantastic videos, and while it always looks easy when you do it, it uses up all of my brain power... I've come to the conclusion that you must be a pattern drafting genius, and this dress confirms my hypothesis :D

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! It is one of the few math-ish things that comes naturally to me 😂

[@kikizalewski]

I've been loving your retro futurism projects, I feel like we're really getting to see your creativity run wild! Every project has been inspiring

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kiki!

[@bethliebman8169]

Quite spectacular! Looks so good. I like your idea of making a trench coat with iridescent fabric. I would enjoy a video of that project.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Beth!

[@charliemum]

The epicness of those sleeves 😍 I need them in my life

[@TheClosetHistorian]

The world needs more epic sleeves! ✨

[@charliemum]

It most certainly does 😊

[@rsearls5064]

GLORIOUS! The sleeves! The iridiescence! Also organza trech coat YES!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I figure every gal needs a sheer organza trench coat no?

[@Iarasilv]

I love the retro future series! Amazing dress as always. Thank you!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Iara!

[@nerdaccount]

That is so fantastic!!! I love it! We need this movie now too!!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Will need a clone to get it all written....

[@ravensnestacres7218]

That dress is amazing. You should make the trench coat.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@margaretkaraba8161]

OOoohh....MORE!!!!

[@jnetbeams]

Kimono-esque and just gorgeous. Please continue in this most amazing work.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jeannette!

[@carmengrima1539]

Omg I absolutely love this colour combination. I am obsessed with your colour block dresses and enjoy seeing what new styles you create. You are such an inspiration and I love seeing what you create. 🥰

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you so much Carmen!

[@lindak8664]

I’m so enjoying your weird shiny dress phase ☺️. I love those sleeves! I love the whole dress. Good job!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Linda!

[@mrsbellegrave]

Absolutely epic!

[@doloresgreen1563]

Absolutely Blown-Away Gorgeous !!! I love what you did !!! 😻 Smashing Darlin', just Smashing !!! 😺 You never fail to amaze me with your outstanding designs and seamstress talents. Constantly Inspiring us all. 🔥

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Dolores!

[@jlgreer01]

I love this…. It really is epic! I can’t think of a better word…

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Janice!

[@aprildriesslein5034]

Can your machine take a double needle? I love doing that for top-stitching. The perfectly parallel lines are so satisfying. Also, holy moly that's an amazing dress! I don't generally like asymmetric designs, so I was kind of meh on the sketch, but the final product is awesome! I have GOT to make myself something with some epic sleeves like that.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I don't know, but probably not? No idea 😅 Thank you April!

[@wowzieee]

Can we talk.....wow.. ok I m done. Keep inspiring.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@melodysimonson1510]

I absolutely love the sleeves and color blocking! It just makes that dress! It would be a cool dress to wear to a night at the opera, if you weren't needing to dress for evening.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Melody!

[@soniasilva1139]

This is espectacular, I feel you could have a wonder woman clothes under it. Very very beautiful

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sonia!

[@shelbymillsteed8756]

This is incredible, you honestly keep outdoing yourself.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Shelby!

[@nardagates6143]

“Kind of spectacular”…. Kind of…… this is DAZZLING!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@faylowery8693]

That dress is absolutely fantastic looks great on you💜🖤💜🖤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Fay!

[@thesavingsorceress]

I may me a bit late to this video, but I have to say this dress is one of the greatest looks I HAVE EVER SEEN. I can’t express to you how much I love what you’ve created. Retrofuturism is one of my absolute favorite aesthetics and areas of study. I will definitely be using this video as inspiration for some future looks without a doubt!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@PestoPasta666]

About the back princess seam: I tripped up on those when the curve wasn't as obvious (like on the frontside) and the center back piece edge was similarly nearly straight like yours, I tried to sew the seam too straight without enough thought for the fact that the side back had more of a curve to it and it ended up giving me some major puckering

[@CandycaneLane999]

You are the Sewing Queen 👑 absolutely beautiful 😍

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Wear this to an epic new years event!

[@maryeroman4338]

In the wise words of Rachel Maksey "What goes on in the back of me is not my business" :)

[@dionicia12]

Have you checked Costume College to see if they have a hemming Couture course available? It's next month in California.

[@pameldridge984]

You should be making clothes for Hollywood!!

[@christikaboom]

AHH!!!! Space villain energy!! YES. PLEASE.

[@me1123581321]

This is ABSOLUTELY beautiful

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Johanna!

[@meme-sw1pc]

Christening a rocket ship, I can see you dong that.

[@wingedambition]

yesssss. also the music for the reveal was so well chosen, i had to pause before seeing the final product because i could tell by the music that i should sit down and put all my focus into witnessing this, and the music was correct

[@becauseimafan]

Same!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you so much!

[@Kelli.Hicks.5]

I want to be buried with those sleeves. I love them so much.

[@fraeuleinrosenmaier]

I feel like I'm repeating myself, but I just cannot come up with anything else than "Wow!".

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Iris!

[@sudesconcierto2517]

omg im obsessed with how this turned out wow

[@theycallmehotrod1940]

Oh my goodness! 😍😍😍 she's a beauty! I love getting these peeks into your creative brain. Your designs literally give me goosebumps sometimes 🖤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Leah! ❤️

[@Sew_Learning]

Oh I absolutely love this Space Queen dress. You look gorgeous!! Yep, a gal has to be ready for all occasions. You’ve inspired me to give colour blocking a go. Sending best wishes from Down Under 💚💚💚📚💐🇦🇺😎

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Rhonda!

[@lizmarin9568]

Oh.my.god this dress! Absolutely stunning!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Liz!