I made a LATEX dress (it's easier than you'd think!)

[@josephrozmiarek8411]

Between this, and the denim *secret pants*, Morgan is going to single handedly create a historical goth fashion subculture. And I'm here for it.

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

As someone who wants to write for Doctor Who one day, imagine the costume possibilities.

[@lady_sir_knight3713]

The secret pants were actually wool, iirc.

[@josephrozmiarek8411]

@@lady_sir_knight3713 you're right they were, she just used double lines of stitching to simulate how jeans are usually made.

[@kaskus7147]

One can only hope.

[@sarascally7957]

Im right there with you

[@islandtimekeeper858]

I think many of us would love to see Morgan make and demonstrate an 11th-century Holy Roman Emperor's costume crafted from plywood veneer, badger skulls, and AA batteries.

[@MorganDonner]

I love the level of chaos I can smell off of this comment.

[@annagibbons5949]

@@MorganDonner i am here for fashion chaos. haha

[@isaacgraff8288]

Is it weird I can already imagine this. I kind of like it.

[@indigenouslifeform5035]

r/oddlyspecific

[@lucycowie7245]

- batteries not included

[@Chibihugs]

I love all the sewing explorations as of late. Using new products or shapes or style. Always so fun and interesting. Leave it to Morgan to make historical latex clothes and make it approachable. Very cool!

[@ragnkja]

The biggest disadvantage of latex for clothing is that it doesn’t breathe. Just think of how clammy your hands probably get (mine certainly do) when wearing latex gloves.

[@themurrrr]

SAME!

[@phoenixfritzinger9185]

If you want to prevent triggering allergic reactions and also make the clothes more durable, shinier, and so you don’t have to powder them to take them on and off you can look into getting them chlorinated It does change the stretch a little bit though but most people think that chlorinating your latex is worth it

[@raraavis7782]

It's also not very durable. Chances of ripping it at some point are pretty high .. it's suspectable to degradation from both UV and oils (from your skin). And yeah...the sweating thingy is...not fun. Love the look of it, but not wearing it.

[@CafeBikeGirl]

Libidex has some fit and flare dresses that are more fashion oriented and less fetishy.

[@AleriaCarventus]

I work at a shop that makes and sells latex, and I have to say, your construction techniques were very on point! I was impressed. I never expected to see a crossover from the historical costuming community and my work. Latex ruffles are my absolute favourite so I'd love to see you do something ruffly.

[@daalelli]

ooo, ruffles!

[@whereheathergrows]

Latex ruffles? 😍🤯

[@justcomments]

Ooh! Imagine a big beautiful ballon sleeve with 4-inch ruffle cuffs…

[@Robert-i5k3q]

I

[@teddy-3765]

You took me right back to the late 80's when my boyfriend (at the time) ran a popular rubberwear shop and I'd spend time hanging around in the workshop keeping the designer company while he was creating garments. He used to apply the glue to the seams with a toothed/crenelated "spatula" type implement in short strokes at right angles to the cut edge so that it had slight ridges in it - when it had cured and the seams were overlapped to stick them togehrer the ridges on each piece would interlock with ech other and help prevent shifting between the two pieces... (obviously the 80's was some years ago so I'm going on OLD memory here), and made for a stornger seam - like a cross between glue and stitching was how he explained it to me. No idea if the result was actually an improvement but he did it on everything he made. He made me a full-body "superhero" type suit from vibrant pink latex as a thankyou for my helping them fit out their shop. It had a white mohecan (cut from a wig) set into the hood and a darling little barb-ended "devil's" tail. One of the disadvantages to wearing it was that if I raised an arm too quickly, the change of air pressure under the suit would cause the armpit to make a loud farting sound. Another was the need to talc myself all over in order to get into the suit more easily - and getting to the point when I knew I'd been in the suit for too long, which was when the paste caused by the talc sweating down into the feet of the suit would squish between my toes at every step... Ewwwwww! That was the cue to leave the other costumers, head back to my hotel room, shower, and change into something else before returning to the convention.

[@uschilou]

Wow!! Such a cool story and memory, thank you for sharing.

[@marthabenner6528]

Now I want to try this more. We get up to odd things for fun.

[@shrikerlove]

I love this idea! That sounds like a perfect way to relax those micro stretches enough to allow for more even lines:)

[@anthonyhayes1267]

I came back to tell you that days after reading this comment, I was eating puppy chow when the powdered sugar reminded me of the talc thing you mentioned. I can’t eat puppy chow anymore without cringing. I wanted you to know of my pain.

[@shrikerlove]

@@anthonyhayes1267 lol 😅 to confirm, puppy chow = muddy buddies? I hope? 😅

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

How about a Medieval latex nun outfit? Sexy latex nun costumes are pretty common, so it would be amusing to see a proper medieval nun's attire made in latex.

[@DannyDevitoOffical-TrustMeBro]

Wait that’s actually a thing? Why?? What is the appeal ?? 😭

[@VanK782]

That would be something lol

[@wednes3day]

@@DannyDevitoOffical-TrustMeBro maybe forbidden romance? or availability/single-ness? (the whole celibacy thing for both)

[@ahhh4117]

@@DannyDevitoOffical-TrustMeBro some people think the juxtaposition is hot. Like catholicism is very anti-sexuality. But also some people use this to reconcile like catholic guilt, i'm an ex-catholic/atheist so I hear about this sort of thing from similar people all the time

[@xRiriRebel]

yessssss

[@kleinwolkje203]

Wait... So latex clothing is *technically* a natural fabric? That's so cool! I never knew that, I thought it was a synthetic oil-based material, like plastic... The idea that it's in that way more simular to cotton than to polyester is so funny to me.

[@paulfeeder4262]

what do you mean natural fabric? fabric is unnatural almost by definition? like what fabric was not made?

[@HonoredMule]

@@paulfeeder4262 I think you know perfectly well what they mean. The general adjective "natural" has no definition precise enough to justify such pedantry. "Natural fabric" on the other hand is a very clear phrase with very consistent broad understanding; that's a far cry from the oxymoron you're asserting. If you want to be a competent pedant and not just a dingbat, you should have focused on the word fabric, since _that_ is what latex is not.

[@SingingSealRiana]

@@paulfeeder4262 what people usualy mean whenn they speak from natural fabric, using a material that is found in nature to craft it, in contrast to plastics that have to be chemically crafted and have very different properties. By your definition crows building nests and using stones would make the a highly developed civilication!!!

[@HopefulNeko]

latex is actually fairly environmentally friendly. its a super cool material!

[@Somerandommomcommentor]

Oh man, that tracking shot as you were cutting out the latex was *chef's kiss* Love your creativity and willingness to jump into new challenges! Also, "better latex than never" 🤣🤣🤣

[@MorganDonner]

My letter board appreciates the love 😘

[@funkyfemsel2112]

Yes! Spotted that too, cool surprise:)

[@pixiemeg]

I cracked up when i noticed that 😂

[@danielletdg8423]

Loved the letter board as well. 😄

[@simonecummings9157]

I was like is she a writer for Bobs Burgers?

[@JenniferSchmidt_boneflowers]

Since you can leave the edges raw, you can do really intricate tagged or scalloped medieval hems, and it also makes doing windowpane cut-outs super easy.

[@JelMain]

Easiest using a laser cutter.

[@E_FoxSnowspirit]

Coooooool

[@SingingSealRiana]

true, nice catch!!!

[@christineherrmann205]

"Use your safe search" surprised a loud laugh out of me and scared my cat. It's adorable. I especially like the red and blue color diametric, and I didn't think I would.

[@usagiprincess4387]

I love particolored clothing

[@saritshull3909]

i scared my sister. I couldn't breath!

[@savdebunnies]

Morgan's quickly becoming the master of historically inspired sewing shenanigans. I want to make one of those alignment charts of like, natural fiber, vegan, weave vs ect and the punchline: "Latex is a vegan natural fiber".

[@juliafiske1277]

Chaotic Good

[@eric_the_egggremlin]

I just looked up latex composition and it IS a natural "fiber" because organic latex is just tree sap and sulfur! maybe there's some chemist-y papers on the way the atoms are arranged, because it would be very funny if it were structured in a rigid pattern that could be mistaken for weave.

[@GaiaCarney]

Better latex than never 😂

[@gayjayy]

Glueing shenanigans, in this case.

[@skully70]

1, Registration marks are very important. You can use sharpie and then clean it off after the seams are glued(make sure to color test first) 2, instead of sewing pins, use binder clips to hold unglued material together.

[@MorganDonner]

Binder clips is a good tip! Or quilting clips for those that might already have them 😘

[@poppyt2682]

What exactly are registration marks?

[@PizzasgoodYo]

@@poppyt2682 Think ladder lines running across the seam all along its length, so that you can get both halves are lined up properly later even if there's stretching going on.

[@poppyt2682]

@@PizzasgoodYo oh that makes sense! Thank you 😊

[@TheSolitaryGrape]

@@poppyt2682 some people also call them balance marks or notches (some people cut small notches in the seam allowance of their fabric to mark them). They're extra useful when working with bias cuts, curves, basically anything stretchy. By matching them up you prevent over or under stretching your fabric, so that curved seams have the right amount of fullness and you don't end up with puckers or excess fabric at the end of your seam!

[@Hartsikasvo]

This dress gives me loads of low poly, early 2010’s slightly shiny game graphics. Like a full latex outfit would make you look like a video game character

[@rachelsmith3592]

If you’re looking for latex inspiration, Jane Doe Latex has done some really cool designs for Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and several of the queens from Ru Paul’s Drag Race that use traditional dressmaking and couture techniques. Based on some of their designs, I think it would be fun to see a Rococo-style bodice or gown recreated in latex-very fitted but with lots of frills and bows.

[@TheRufussino]

..and it would be extremely heavy.

[@Cssfiend]

If you can think of something there's a 99% chance its already been done in latex

[@annbrookens945]

It looks so cute! You know, Morgan, we're here for ANYTHING you want to do; you make it all fun and plausible: "Oh! A rainbow-dyed, Lisa Frank-inspired Medieval gown? Love it!" "A kirtle made of latex? Why not?" Carry on!

[@kittyocala]

We need more “sewing for Science” please!!!!!!!!!! I learn so much about my sewing when you do these sewing for science. You show us why we make decisions in are normal sewing and why we might want to try this other thing. Please do more!

[@chasewighton4064]

I'd love to see you do more historical garments in latex, it's a material that seems so modern and current given how many major fashion designers have used latex lately, but there was all this rubber clothing made in the past. I'd love to see you attempt a Victorian coat in latex, get some fullness in the sleeves tapering to tightly fitted forearms or something like that. Or figuring out how to add pleats or tucks in it. Also absolutely love that cinematic camera pan around you sitting at the table with your wimple and soundtrack music playing, SO good, more of that, expressing your creativity in your video production as well as in your clothing projects. It's great to see you've been having so much fun exploring different concepts, materials, or just fun mashups like the Shenanigan Pants. I adore your medieval/renaissance stuff, but I love this too.

[@Missbethr]

Oh snap. That vintage Victorian black/dark green jacket Abby Cox has.... But in latex/pleather/leather..... Ded.

[@memnarch129]

Oh you mean a Gigot sleeved latex coat. There are some tops out there that are actually done that way.

[@ZeroIridium]

This woman can make a dress out of everything. I respect that

[@Marialla.]

Yeah, once she made a dress from a sail, you had to know it was no-holds-barred after that!

[@ZeroIridium]

@@Marialla. true

[@42Blacksheep]

Soon Morgan will make a dress out of glass if this goes on

[@graceswan4353]

Im currently in the process of planning a cosplay of "the Lady of the Green Kirtle" aka the Green Witch from the Silver Chair book in the Chronicles of Narnia; and it strikes me that latex mimics the shine of snake skin. I won't use latex for mine because I already have a fabric in mind, but I'd love to see your (or anyones!) take on the dress and the cosplay!

[@tomasmondragon883]

This material and the colors made me think this could have been a cosplay of Android 21 from the DragonBall video games. The white latex could even be her lab coat, though the partial translucency likely isn't desirable for an overcoat.

[@JelMain]

@@tomasmondragon883 White latex picks up stains which you can't get out, and tends to yellow. Avoid it. The two-sided is Yummy Latex, other major suppliers are Radical Rubber and 4L. Chinese stuff had some appalling reputation for extremely dangerous chemical inclusions when they first got started, and will never be forgiven for their copyright rip-offs.

[@memnarch129]

@@tomasmondragon883 As said White Latex is the worst. I have some that has been in a cool dark place, away from light in general not just sun, and its STILL ended up a cream color after about a year or 2. Dark colors in latex tend to dull when exposed to UV, where lighter colors seem to actually change their hue, aka a Pure White actually becomes a cream color after a while.

[@Alice-gr1kb]

I love The Silver Chair!

[@emanueliratliff4263]

Never in my life did I think I was going to overlap Puddleglum’s speech with latex goth fashion in any context. Well. Done. Internet.

[@thesleepingbeauty12]

How have you managed to make me want a latex dress? I don't want a latex dress. Except now I do apparently...

[@MorganDonner]

☝️= me before I somehow ended up on a latex rabbit hole 😂

[@Mommamacnz]

Yeah, I also want a latex dress and given how my figure looks this is something I should stay very far away from (except, perhaps, in front of my husband).

[@des-astre]

I can’t stop imagining renaissance stuff in latex now. Oh no better : since we often imagine fairy with clothes made out of plant, what if they had clothes out of latex ?

[@AoiFukuyama]

I love seeing a medieval style dress in latex! Just a head's up that generally speaking, you don't wanna use anything except stainless steel hardware because other metals can discolor your latex.

[@uschilou]

Ooo good to know.

[@arpitsri9631]

Hi 👍

[@annaalemoa]

Idea for transparent latex: something like a sweet heart neckline and then use transparent Latex to give it straps or something like these illusion-necklines on some wedding dresses.

[@JelMain]

Radical also produce translucent, which is probably more in the lines you're looking for. Transparent simply isn't, it's just translucent natural rubber, which has a brownish tinge.

[@loridresser9420]

Morgan; vicariously living thru your current ‘series’! A note on latex: I had a domin@#$%x costume years ago. If it stretches a bit while wearing it, just stand in front of fridge, go on a walk in one or, if you can, remove and place in freezer for 15-20 minutes. Has leaving the PNW sparked all of this amazing content? I lone the JNCO ‘jeans’ you made recently. So awesome. Fashion is moving back to those wide legs right now, you are just ahead of the trend. Excellent. Hugs and all from a dyed in the wool Oregonian.

[@cristianokozak3603]

just a random comment: I watch your videos to supplement my English classes. You speak so nicely and your diction is excellent for me. And I love your content.

[@tracycastleberry7299]

That came out so cute! Even just the fun of a short kirtle… but latex is just that extra awesome! I’d love to see what happens if you glue boning somehow and do stays (maybe your gorgeous 17th century pattern) that two tone would be fun; blue for the silver and cream and the stomached could be reversible? Dunno if it’s possible but it would be epic!

[@MorganDonner]

OOOOOHHH *STAYS*

[@eurydice5890]

I was thinking exactly. Since Morgan said it was very form fitting, I wondered what a historical corset or stays would look like in latex

[@imhotepmummy8819]

If you want to make proper corsets or stays, probably do you need a non stretchy fabric. Maybe a 1mm thin latex, or a 2 or 3 layers one (using latex and a non stretchy fabric) can do the trick.

[@norag.1467]

Maling latex corsetry is abolutely possible and being done already, with rather thick latex and steel boning covered in plastic, but proper stays from latex sound great👍

[@duckrutt]

Something like PVC might be a better alternative. The fabric backing (should) give it more structure. As an aside latex vs PVC was not a conversation I expected to be involved with when I woke up this morning.

[@angryotter9129]

Me, allergic to latex: “what a wonderful instructive video!”

[@SingingSealRiana]

me watching way to many cooking videos while being allergic to the 3 most commen ingredience in most kitchens as well as a few more . . . .

[@AnonyMous-pi9zm]

@@SingingSealRiana Part of the fun of that is the Bart Simpson meme of "Say the word", where the class is staring intently at Bart, waiting to see when they say it. "Milk" Ahhh whoop huzzah! There it is! We knew it was coming!

[@Monderoth]

They do make hypoallergenic latex, but it's not advisable to make it at home because it uses an incredibly harsh chemical- chlorine! Latex is allergic because its molecular structure is open ended and flaky. Chlorine binds to the latex and completes the molecule. Chlorinated latex is safe to wear, a little softer, and a little more durable! There are a few stores where you can order it, but most people are understandably hesitant to work with it because having a tank of pure chlorine to soak the rubber in is... Bad for the lungs, ironically.

[@beyondallmeasure]

This is fascinating to me. As someone with a latex allergy, this isn't something I would use -- or had even really considered. But it's fun to watch someone else doing it!

[@carolempluckrose4188]

On yes, latex = anaphylaxis! Love to watch what you are doing Morgan but this one's definitely not for me.

[@LisaMarieYlva]

Indeed. Nice to watch, though it did make my whole body itch a bit just thinking of it :P

[@alli_mode]

Same.

[@nany____]

i watched the whole thing like "THE ITCH, THE ITCH MUST BE UNBEARABLE!"

[@brookeclair0209]

Lol I was coming to the comments to say the same thing! Would wear if it wouldn't give me a full body rash.

[@latexrope1358]

Really well done, and a very cute result! One thing to watch out for is that copper stains latex very badly, so the fitting on that belt looks like brass. You either need to find copper free fittings of coat it in some like of laquer. Here's hoping you do more in latex!

[@JelMain]

If you go back 30 years, you'll remember the era when latex actually rotted from copper. It just turned gooey. That meant copper, brass, bronze, rivets, zips, eyelets.

[@CeleneNox]

This so is cool, well done! 🙃 It's nice to see someone approach latex as a fashion material without all the usual prejudices! 🖤 And plus points that you did not use the latex milk (white glue) to do the seams, but the clear one. 🌟 By the way, you can also use a normal small brush to spread the glue, works for me as well (instead of a special glue spreader).

[@peeolo]

Hi celene. We (me and my GF) look this video because we follow you. Indirectly thanks

[@LM-ek2hb]

And here I was racing to the comments to say - Hey, you and Celine Nox should collaborate on an outfit! But, you're already here ;-)

[@lari9768]

that dress turned out so cute & much less kinky than i expected it to be. i guess the colour choice is a big part of it- i'd never imagined a colourblock dress with grommets when hearing 'latex' & that's awesome! seeing this has me thinking whether latex might be an actual substitute for leather use in cosplay..? i've been putting off sewing faux leather fitted pants (like ciri's from the witcher 3) because the fabrics i've seen so far don't stretch and also .. sewing pants. i wonder how that would look, whether you can weather latex or whether it would be too shiny, but i'm way more curious now to see heartshaped see-through-latex cutouts things :) i admire your creativity & skills to pull these things off

[@noaccount2494]

I imagine if you powdered the latex as she did for storage it wouldn't be too shiny you just might be powdery then

[@ratchet1freak]

you can definitely dull the latex, the super shiny photos you see of latex being worn are taken usually less than a minute after a thorough polish with oil. Other wetlook fabrics exist as well

[@lari9768]

@@noaccount2494 yeah, i actually liked that powdery look, but i guess i'd be leaving butt shaped marks everywhere lol i'll keep it in mind for smaller pieces that aren't going to touch anything though - thanks! :)

[@lari9768]

@@ratchet1freak it's weird how i had no actual interest in latex before but now i'm kind of curious as to how it's going to change depending on how you treat it - i had no idea it's polished with oil but it does make sense, thanks :)

[@lari9768]

​@twheels oh wow, i probably wouldn't have thought about that! though i usually stay away from other people as far as i can, it's good and important to keep in mind & be considerate, so, thank you :)

[@jaredphillips9285]

I am in awe of how literally every hair style has perfectly suited you. Like, literally every single one.

[@ivyrosetheroseofdeath]

Latex is a really fun material to work with and I'm so glad to see you playing with it! If you or anyone needs tips on storage, cleaning or even constructing latex clothing I genuinely recommend any BDSM or kink forums / groups that focus on latex (as long as you're 18+ ofc ). Ppl in kink are super helpful and are a super great resource for latex/rubber and leather!

[@errorrunknown]

all I think when I see this is 1 water proof dress and 2 a dress you'd wear on a rainy day and I absolutely love it

[@lwoods507]

A lot of drag queens (at least here in the UK) do really fun and interesting sculptural gowns with a mix of latex, pleather and scuba fabric (scuba fabric skirts drape like a *dream*). They are all a bugger to work with and combine though: I know the queens in my area don't attempt it at first without someone on hand with experience to help them.

[@mt07_cas]

I love this! For the researchers out there: you can use mounting tape to keep the material from curling. Also consider scuffing the fabric with sandpaper and leaving the seam under pressure for the 24 hours.

[@JelMain]

There's no reason to fret about curling, as long as it doesn't glue itself to itself. It will flatten out. The reason to use masking tape/mounting tape is to keep one side from stretching more than the other. Registration marks are essential. The scuffing's a carry-over from chlorination repairs, which we've now resolved by using Renia adhesives.

[@booxgirl]

as someone with a latex allergy its so weird to watch someone make a dress out of something so dangerous! such a cute hazard though! would love to see more from you with it!

[@marthabenner6528]

Like a cat. Or my sister-in-laws onion potato soup. It hurts like a bad flue, but it's so worth it.

[@Samanthasnow]

My skin felt so uncomfortable watching this video.

[@wellsbering5879]

I feel like Morgan is slowly building a wardrobe from the Kingdom Hearts and/or Descendants universes and I love it

[@db1519]

Such fun, I love the experiments you have been doing lately! It's interesting to see how such a thing could be translated into a underbust corset maybe. Not a traditionally 'rigid' one but a flexible (maybe even reversible) one? That way you could wear it like an edgy belt. Also, can you make ruffles with latex? I'm digging the idea of non traditional latex accessories, like a jabot or wrist ruffles to give an edgy touch to any outfit... OMG the possibilities!

[@MorganDonner]

A underbust style belt would totally be possible! Brb, finding the shortest little busk I can

[@annapettit8045]

Latex ruffles are so gorgeous and satisfying! Check out Jane Doe Latex, they make incredible custom designs

[@merror-fx8cn]

Seconding the latex ruffles!!! I mentioned, in an earlier comment, a latex house I like, Libidex- and my favorite thing they do are these ruffled garments with contrast piping, and they're so, so incredibly crisp and graphic and satisfying. Very much recommend.

[@sekaihatsu]

I am today years old to learn that latex is a natural material. Also, I love your dresses! That navy embroidered dress is a dream!

[@molnotmole3428]

I love alternative “fabrics” and all the fun! Every year at the GAS (Glass Art Society) Conference they have a glass fashion show, you should totally look some of that up!

[@futureshrink1990]

Wow, this is such a great experiment! My mind is flooded with imaginings of 1950 houswife dresses in latex! In the 50s they loved fabric with all sorts of patterns and prints and the style was formfitting yet flaring. To think how latex would behave in such designs... so cool 😎

[@sageandstone8977]

With your previous "Turned my friends into D and D" characters" video, it started me thinking about doing sort of a classic D and D "armor" outfit out of latex. Completely impractical as actual armor, but fun. Corsetry or stays would be fun too.

[@catbusby621]

The pixie cut is everything!

[@ArankA006]

I don't like how latex feels, but I really like your take on it! You made it less of a mythical thing to work with, and normalized it. At first I was afraid that you would have gotten datex or vinyl, but of course you know your stuff and it is the real deal.

[@arpitsri9631]

Hi 🙏🔥🔥

[@LadyVagabond13]

hi the shot at 9:49 with the gas mask and the cute little dress made me LOSE IT

[@renniemei]

Ooooouuuuu new materials AND new camera tricks! How fun!! (Also hiding the Hunt A Killer box on the shelves in the background during the intro and behind the secret message board for the ad! Very clever!!)

[@MorganDonner]

All sorts of fun new things today! 🥳

[@alexandriabrangwin]

As someone who goes to the underground clubs of most peoples nightmares dressed in all black, skin tight and polished to a perfect shine (no powder, I hate it).....biggest smile on my face watching this. It does fel like a part of you the more you wear it!

[@FlybyStardancer]

Oh my gosh the dresses you wear during the video are all so cute!! I especially love the light blue one with the black accents! Also the finished latex dress came out super cute!!

[@MorganDonner]

Thank you! I really do love a cute dress 😉

[@carlygreen8605]

@@MorganDonner did it survive the glue incident?! D:

[@marthabenner6528]

@@MorganDonner I'm worried about the blue dress too. And for some reason it makes me think of Tudor houses.

[@pkgadgvlogs]

I don't often comment but this deserved it! Yo made a LATED DRESS LOOK WHOLESOME!!!!! Like wha?!??!?!?!?! But its also oddly wearable, when I saw the complete look I imagined running into you at a coffee shop and thinking what a cool dress but it wouldn't feel out of place at all. Ok, done rambling I'm just completely awestruck by this project!

[@kristen5998]

I just recently cut my hair far shorter than I originally asked for. I was so upset because I thought it made me look less feminine (i do not think that WoMeN mUsT dReSs LiKe WoMeN i just personally like to dress with skirts and dresses), but seeing Morgan rock my hairstyle gives me a boost of confidence :) if she can look gorgeous so can I

[@makeda6530]

I felt that way about my short hair too (curly hair shrinkage is a beast) but we can still be just as adorable with short hair as any other length. Hair pins and cute scarves, if your texture allows, are great ways to add a cute feminine touch.

[@thevampirefrog06]

fwiw having short hair like Morgan's made me feel a lot more comfortable in dresses and skirts and "feminine" clothes than I had been before. Something about the juxtaposition, idk if it was the Audrey Hepburn vibes or there's just a certain level of "feminine presenting" I'm comfortable at, but it was really fun. (I'm sorry they took off more than you asked for, though, getting a haircut you didn't want is always lowkey devastating)

[@janetmaffy5375]

I would really love to see more with latex; it looks really interesting and cool, and since I'm allergic to latex, I can live vicariously through you

[@PlasticBuddha88]

Ok, two things: 1. GORGEOUS. I love the look of latex fashion, though I’ve never worn it myself. (Mild allergy.) My spouse took me to a latex fashion show when we were dating, and I saw the coolest 1950’s style dresses. The only drawback I saw were the lack of closure. I think a laced up or belted 1950’s dress would look really really cool. 2. From one person growing out short hair to another, any historical ish cap/headscarf recommendations?

[@tynebaker]

100% loving Morgan having fun with unique materials and concepts.

[@arpitsri9631]

Hi tyne

[@michellem.4358]

That camera angle at 0:56! I was thinking..."she doesn't have an interior window", then later I spotted the mirror and I knew. However, then I was even more amazed at the work needed to capture your image off a mirror and be so centered. Just amazing! You're creativity and sense of adventure knows no bounds. Edited to get time stamp just right.

[@milkteamachine]

I'm really here for Morgan doing whatever she wants.

[@JosieAreSee]

Three things… 1. I LOVE how you panned the camera as you worked through the glueing. It was really neat. 2. Better latex than never…. 😜 clever and fun! 3. I love your thermal nail polish! … wait I have a fourth… 4. Your hair it SO cute at all it’s lengths!

[@arpitsri9631]

Hi 🙏👍👍

[@lilybellevedere3991]

I would be fascinated to see one of the historical flowy/drapey gowns you often see made of fine linen or muslin, made of that finer latex. A Chemise ala Reine, perhaps? the wimple was so cool!

[@TygerTigerable]

I haven't even watched it yet and I'm excited but I immediately got worried the metal bits might stain the latex (some materials/metals can) 12 mins in and I think you're doing great! Your seams are wonderful (for anyone else trying, you want to avoid bubbles/press tiny ones out as much as possible bc tear point), and since you're working with double sided latex you don't need to worry about machined side (slightly more dull/sometimes light machine markings) than "right" side. It also looks like you're working with a gel pen which does wipe off well (and we use - my partner learned from a latex fashion designer). The powder is talc! It helps keep the latex from getting moist and molding/sticking. Sounds like early latex wear melted due to the process being so new - but low quality latex absolutely still degrades into mush over time. 13 : Oh yeah, usually we do a little section at a time but gotta try that cling film - and don't worry about latex walking, that happens, though yeah its a because stretching thing. Again, awesome seams! And yup, curved seams are difficult (making a cap, hood, mask etc is uhhh... well done better over a form!) Latex soaked twill tape is something I haven't heard of before but definitely on the right track with encasing in the latex for a re-enforced spot... I knew you'd come up with really interesting workarounds bc of your other work, and well you know how corset boning channels work! I love the finished look! My only oh no is you want to use lube on your skin and the latex when putting something on that might "pull" more - to avoid tearing. And you're right on about temp - you will feel the ambient temperature. Hot out? Sweat time. Cold out? Freezing. The longer you wear, the more sweat you're gonna end up encased in. As for storage n care - I'd have to ask partner for more details to give full recc's but yeah, its its own storage and cleaning beast. You don't have to powder to store, and there are products to "feed" the latex so it keeps its shine. IDK what you did to clean up yours? It didn't look fully shined? But You're right on storing out of sun (we store our pieces in baggies with a corner cut off) also mind folding it up bc sometimes those folds can stick around awhile if it ends up under heavy stuff. IDK how to reach out further but I'm sure my partner can write down some of the class he teaches on latex wear & creation for future projects!

[@carljacobs1287]

Bravo! Would never have expected a latex garment from Morgan Donner, and yet the style is quintessential "Morgan Donner"!

[@ambertaylor3397]

OMG! PLEASE DO MORE! This was so cool and different. I'm really interested to see how this would hold up as a cloak or cowl. For those rainy days at faire. Lol Thank you for the unique adventure. You've piqued my interest.

[@alessandrammms]

I’ve always loved Morgan’s content, but the recent creative streak is truly mind-blowingly original and fun. It’s really different from everything else I’m seeing and I’m loving it!

[@eirintowne]

Having made a couple of corsets because bras just don't do the job once you're past an E cuo, I have come to realize just how much cuts and structure can help clothes fit your body instead of the other way around. When making the corsets, I used the sturdiest, best and most beautiful fabric available, and tailored each piece several times until the logistics finally worked (boning placement is very different for plus sizes than in any pattern!) and the corsets looked and felt great. My young daughter has been hunting for a good sports bra for months, without really finding something that stabilizes her assets without digging into the shoulders, underarms, where the cups meet in front and around the underbust strap. I have a feeling that a short corset that would spread the weight of the assets over a larger area might make shoulder straps almost ornamental, and vertical curved boning must dig in less than the traditional two crescents. But a corset for excercise must be more flexible than the ones I have made, and handle sweat better. I have been thinking of using mesh, but panels of latex might be exactly what is needed to give that bit of stretch without producing hard folds. I would love to see you develop a corset with support, breathability and flexibility by combining the characteristics of the three materials!

[@lyreparadox]

Check out Mariah Pattie's Y-tube channel. She has a video in which she modified an 18th cent stay pattern into a sorts bra, so that might give you a good starting point. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2XEgJqvoqd6jNk&ab_channel=MariahPattie

[@heidiclarke2333]

Check out Bravissimo for bras D+ cups and over HH here and bras do work, they also stock great fitting sports bras.

[@abigailginzburg]

Having worn latex, I would not suggest it for sports - it does not really breathe. It does conform to your body temperature so you do not feel overheated in it, but the sweat has nowhere to go. At the very least, I would not use latex as the material immediately touching the skin.

[@megankuchta9145]

Panache sports bras are where it’s at, you can get them on Bare Necessities. I like the ultimate high impact underwire sports bra. Two tips for picking a size for panache: use exact measurements to get a size then sister size up the band one. IE I used to buy the 30DD, but my my measures were ribcage 28, bust 34. 34-28=6 or DDD US (E UK), and when sister sizing bands and cups change opposite of each other, so band up to 32 and cup down to DD (Us and UK). Tip two is to pay attention to the size chart because panache bras are in up sizes. Almost all of the support should come from the band, if not the band size is too large.

[@momokochan1129]

That white top and the braids is the most lovley vibe I've seen today

[@KenZchameleon]

I want to echo another comment: STAYS! And what about a corset? With bright colors, like yellow, you can make what would otherwise be kinda sexy into something fun and cute! I'm so here for more latex!

[@ReReNotMe]

IKR!!! A cute latex corset top where you could experiment with transparent windows and colours and why do I now wanna wear latex everything 😭

[@monstergirlinc8707]

This channel is really inspiring me to try sewing. Ive had basic knowlage of hand sewing since i was a kid, but ive never tried making an entire clothing item before. I'm a little intimidated to start a new hobby, but yesterday i found an abandoned sewing table with a sewing machine on my walk home from work, so i think fate is asking me to start sewing at this point.

[@ryansg9]

i 've only ever really seen latex in the Fetish-wear and Drag context, and im facinate to see you take it in a more casual/wearable direction. You seemed to be having a lot of fun working with Latex, so id be curious to see how else you could incorporate latex into yur style and projects

[@victoriarosewait6300]

i was NOT ready for how much i needed to see latex medieval wimple lady

[@rachicolate]

I know it’s just about the opposite of form-fitting, but something about the way the latex flares out and holds its shape so beautifully makes me want to see a little capelet made out of it

[@kalieris]

The veil and wimple absolutely slayed me.

[@larisaallen5326]

Hey! As someone who literally did make latex clothing for a living for a while, you did a GREAT job explaining the process! It definitely takes time and practice to get seams to join smoothly.

[@Becausing]

Using a (tailor's) clapper is also great for gluing seams! You'll avoid the stretching that leads to rippling when rolling.

[@amberluppens3292]

That dress turned out so cute! I think it’d be really interesting to watch you make a mermaid tail, I wonder how you’d tackle that. Then again I probably only think that because that’s something I’m working on and I’m a bit lost.

[@apatheticowl3461]

I'm glad you included the short part about safety. The air flow and respirator are very nice to know

[@RavenAttwoode]

My favorite part is watching you have fun trying new things. I came for the medieval sewing, but I stay for the shenanigans! I never know what your next project is going to be, but they are always awesome. Keep having fun! ❤️😍

[@arpitsri9631]

Hi 👍🙏🙏🤩

[@marissabulso6439]

“Came for the medieval sewing, stayed for the shenanigans.” Absolutelyyyy

[@MystisNykoto]

The whole outfit at the end with the white blouse under the dress makes for a really cool look

[@grey_roses]

I have latex jewellery that was handmade from liquid latex & it's fantastic. Latex medieval jewels...? This was fascinating! I love how fearless you are with your media. Though I do hope that lovely robin's-egg blue dress wasn't permanently latexed! Although I guess you could try liquid latexing a fabric dress, so you get the shine & transparency without the perforation thing...

[@magbiblue7045]

i'd be really curious to see how latex worked for the really drapey, form-fitting 1930's styles if you'd be interested in something like that!

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

Ready for both the Ren faire and the kink club in one outfit lol.

[@MorganDonner]

Versatility is the name of the game

[@moonman559]

Based on some of the folks in the SCA that I've known, she wouldn't be the first.

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

@@moonman559 Lol well I would fit into that category too tbh.

[@Becausing]

I love the look with the respirator when you were gluing. So chic! 😂

[@screamingnspace]

I’d definitely love to see more adventures in latex “sewing”!

[@Alex-fc8xn]

A lot of plants have latex! It's the white sticky stuff that gets on your hands if you pick dandelions, milkweed (the plant monarch caterpillars eat!), and many other plants

[@MarziePop]

This is perfect! I was literally JUST doing research how to costume with latex rubber, and struggling to find information that wasn't filtered out by my google safe search... LOL

[@actual_jedi1810]

I will honestly watch any video that's a "take this thing and make it Medieval". While I'm not a fan of latex because of the feel and sweaty-ness, I think it came out great! The grommets and belt especially make it work as an out fit!

[@SyrupAndBitters]

When I saw the whole look with the wimple and veil, I made the most aggressive GRAH noise of approval. Love it. Love it! The date night styling is beautiful. I would love to see more work with latex. Take us all on your journeys Morgan!

[@mikaellahill43]

Latex series? YES,PLEASE! More, more, more.

[@bludrgn10]

Please do more with latex! This entire process was fascinating. There have been multiple RuPaul's Drag Race runways with a latex theme that might be good to get inspiration from! I love that, despite venturing into latex, you still made a particolored kirtle.

[@lacrymastory]

I really love the angle you are approaching latex from as I too am interested in the more ”casual” ways of making and wearing latex clothing. In the end of the day, it is just another material like cotton or leather. I also love how comprehensive this video was and you had clearly done your research. The dress is beautiful!

[@30leaves99]

I hope your beautiful blue dress didn't get ruined by the glue incident, I gasped when that happened 😅

[@bunhelsingslegacy3549]

I was hoping that too... this is why I always look like a carpet goblin, either I don't want to get my nice clothes ruined or I've already got paint/caulking/adhesive/whatever on it :P

[@30leaves99]

@@bunhelsingslegacy3549 haha we are the EXACT same thing but mine clothes are but rugs before that beautiful dress 😅

[@godzella4676]

Considering it was liquid latex it probably is ruined 😞 liquid latex is impossible to get out of fabric. But idk Morgan is quite the wizard so if anyone could get it out it's her.

[@lenabreijer1311]

I know! I kept screaming at the screen "wear an apron or a lab coat, woman!"

[@30leaves99]

@@lenabreijer1311all due respect ma'am but it's the excitement of the new project, who has time for aprons! 😅

[@E_FoxSnowspirit]

This is inspiring me to work little bits of ~historicalness~ into all the clothing I wear! I love the fusion vibe its giving

[@flibbertygibbette]

28:28 your casual-but-fierce editing game, tho Also, I'd love to see latex medieval goth queen (the old school goth in me would be delighted), which also kind of reminds of Maleficent... so maybe like, Maleficent but her inner dress is latex. Not sure how a latex cape would work.

[@marissabulso6439]

The editing is so flawless.

[@Zornroeschen90]

That belt tho! It adds so much to the final look! I don't know how I got here but I'm thrilled to see more.

[@OlessanYT]

I think it turned out great! For such an unconventional material for a garment like this, it looks like it works surprisingly well and looks great because of the latex's properties (shininess, vibrancy). For doing more latex experiments you could probably make pieces that'd compliment this kirdle, from accessories to jackets to even a cape or something like hat. The belt is very adorable with it also 🥺

[@abbysmilesdesign]

I know this isn't what you were going for, but this dress kind of gives me '60's mod dress vibes (like the vinyl dresses) I love the versatility of this piece!!!

[@NamiSparrow]

This was SO COOL AND SO CUTE. Morgan how dare you make me want a latex kirtle?! Also the flexible neckline for the off shoulder look is KILLER 😍

[@MorganDonner]

😘

[@marthabenner6528]

This was lots of fun. And that rubber mackintosh 1:01 minutes in is gorgeous.

[@BrendanMoran-je4gi]

So, I am a latex fetishest. I have a collection of latex clothing and wear whole latex outfits both to kink/fetish events but on occasion in my personal life. I adore this video. I think it is great that people who aen't veiwing it as fetism or sexual are exploring using it. Personally, I would hope the material doesn't lose those sexual connotations, however, every outside perspective on how to work with it expands what is possible with the material and widens the pool of those who might fall in love with it. From someone who adores latex more then breathing: Please, please, please; make more videos and clothing with it.

[@JoDidntHearYou]

Okay but this is so fun! I can see you making a more form fitting skirt out of latex, like a trumpet-shaped style so it fits past the hips and then flares out. I was actually noticing the dress form behind you to the right in minute 29:00, and I feel like that corset-style patterning would look super cool on a top!

[@pazziejohanna2705]

I love this harleyquinnesk style! There is so much to do with this latex I never thought about and the Idea of the little window in transparent latex is really great 😍

[@phoenixfritzinger9185]

I think like a latex jester outfit would be neat because probably the first person I ever saw wearing a full latex outfit was somebody cosplaying in the full classic Harley Quinn outfit from Batman the Animated Series

[@2020Dumpsterfire]

I’m so here for these fun alt fashion and historical combos.