Emilia's Gown
The Book of Will written by Lauren Gunderson
Director: Rodney Lizcano
Costume Designer: Meghan Anderson Doyle
Lighting Designer: Shannon McKinney
Set Designer: David J. Castellano
Sound Designer: Jason Ducat
Production Photos by Jennifer Koskinen
Draper: Becky Evans
Sleeves and bodice trim sewn by Mateo Ramirez
Mockup and partlet sewn by Becky Evans
I collaborated with the draper and another stitcher at Colorado Shakespeare Festival to create this multi-garment look for Emilia in The Book of Will. I flatlined and constructed the bodice, which featured boning, trim, and piping. The flatlining process for this garment allowed me to learn how to roll pin. I also sewed the underskirt and overskirt, as well as a netting insert that added more volume to complement the bum roll the actor wore under the skirts.