THE ART IN OUR BLOOD DRESS

Friday, July 05, 2013


The "Art In Our Blood" Dress
(Based off of my original design here)

Of all the opportunities that have come from starting my blog, being able to have one of my own designs produced and sold is the most amazing thing that has happened thus far and I am so grateful for it! I have been waiting for so long to show you guys the final result of my collaboration with Dahlia Wolf and now that the day has come, it feels rather surreal. Dahlia Wolf is Sugarlips' new brand where users can post fashion images that inspire them and the community can then vote on their favorites; from there, the images with the most votes end up being used as inspiration for the next Dahlia Wolf garments. When Dahlia Wolf approached me for this blogger collaboration, I actually asked if I could submit an image of my own design instead. I chose a photo of the brown lace gown I made in my junior year for the school fashion show, and thus, the "Art In Our Blood" dress was born in this beautiful, burgundy color.

Right now, you can pre-order the "Art In Our Blood" dress for $64, which is 50% off of the regular price of $128. After July 31st, the price will go back to $128. I do get a commission on each dress that is sold, so I hope that you guys will consider buying one for yourself and supporting my college fund! :) The only thing I want to point out so that none of my readers are mislead is that the original brown dress was actually two pieces (a short dress with a mesh maxi skirt over it), whereas this version is one, single piece. However, I do think that it looks a lot neater this way. Other than that, I'm very pleased with how closely this version resembles the original (especially the applique detailing!). The added ruching in the back also allows for an adjustable fit in the top area. If you guys have any specific questions about the dress at all, feel free to email me or ask me in the comments and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Thank you to Sugarlips and Dahlia Wolf for helping me with my pursuits as a designer and thank you to all my readers for your undying support as well! I truly can't thank you enough for helping me get where I am today.


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89 comments:

  1. Victoria BurbuleaJuly 5, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    stunning dress! love it so much <3 you're so creative Jenn!!

    www.fashionshores.blogspot.com

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  2. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    STUNNING ♥

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  3. AllyJuly 5, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    amazing <3

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  4. AnonymousJuly 5, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    wow, it looks so incredible!! congrats :)
    Rebecca @ tr[i]b[e]cca

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  5. JulietJuly 5, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    LOVELY <3

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  6. KJuly 5, 2013 at 11:00 AM

    You look stunning! x

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  7. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Waw ! This dress is gorgeous ! And as asual your pictures are amazing, with a beautiful evening light. I don't know where you live, but it always seems to be sunny and warm. I guess it's not in Belgium where it's always raining :)

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    1. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:15 AM

      Thank you so much Pauline :D I live in California! So it's sunny most of the time!

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  8. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Gorgeous, Jennifer! Absolutely stunning.

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  9. AleksandraNajda.comJuly 5, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    That wine dress looks amazing on you, i love the color and its transparency! ;))

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    1. SHOP STYLE CONQUERJuly 5, 2013 at 3:40 PM

      Omg congrats Jennifer!!! Such an amazing opportunity and the dress looks stunning!! You have a bright future ahead of you!!
      X




      ♥ Ellen


      SHOPSTYLECONQUER.COM


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    2. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:15 AM

      Thank you so much guys! :)

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  10. Nadya Joy SoetantoJuly 5, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    Super gorgeous

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  11. Katy MageJuly 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Amazing dress! <3

    DARE 2 WEAR

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  12. John B. MarineJuly 5, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    Supremely elegant. A collaborative effort to design something special is always something to take joy in. Amazing dress here both in design and color.

    johnbmarine.blogspot.com

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  13. I am A Love AddictJuly 5, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Such a nice color of the dress

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  14. JhoJuly 5, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Amazing dress!

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  15. Bitacora de luaJuly 5, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    Amazing!!!! <3

    Andrea,
    http://bitacoradelua.blogspot.com/

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  16. GreciaJuly 5, 2013 at 1:33 PM

    Lovely dress! you look pretty! :)

    www.limaglam.blogspot.com

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  17. lifeasartJuly 5, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    Wow! What an absolutely beautiful dress. That is so amazing that you got that opportunity. I am so happy for your success. Congrats :-)
    http://lifeasart215.blogspot.com/

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    1. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:16 AM

      Thank you for your support! I really appreciate it :)

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  18. AnonymousJuly 5, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    OMG, I LOVE YOUR DRESS! You look beautiful :D

    http://blackhair-blackdress.blogspot.fr/ ❤

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  19. NicolJuly 5, 2013 at 2:22 PM

    beautiful dress

    yukluistyle

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  20. IsaJuly 5, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    Ahh congratulations! That is so insanely exciting and the dress is gorgeous!

    http://lasaloperie.blogspot.com

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  21. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    woow amazing!! <3

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  22. Adora MehitabelJuly 5, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    Wow so stunning! Xxx

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  23. Paige RhianneJuly 5, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    Wow wow wow! You are so beautiful and these photographs are stunning oh my god! The dress is a gorgeous colour and pattern! x

    http://www.heldtogetherbypins.blogspot.co.uk/

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  24. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    That is so amazing, Jennifer. Congratulations! I'm really happy for you! I definitely see you going to places. ♥

    sartorialust.blogspot.com

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    1. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:16 AM

      That means a lot to me, thank you Jeline! <3

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  25. Em K GJuly 5, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    Well done on this collaboration! Such a great opportunity and I know you want to be a designer (I think) and this is an amazing step in that direction.

    denimandglory.wordpress.com

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  26. Obat Herbal Radang Paru ParuJuly 5, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Great !

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  27. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    THIS IS MAGNIFICENT!! What a dress!! It looks so mysterious and magically pretty <3 <3

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  28. ThaoJuly 5, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    You look gorgeous!

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  29. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    I wish I had one of your dress!!

    Jo xx

    http://joeannstands.blogspot.com

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  30. Niña AlviaJuly 6, 2013 at 12:19 AM

    Forever gorg!!! <3

    ninaalvia.blogspot.com

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  31. ChelseaJuly 6, 2013 at 12:44 AM

    You, and the dress look absolutely beautiful. They have done a wonderful job with your design xx
    Cupcakes And Cocaine

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  32. CMJuly 6, 2013 at 3:00 AM

    Wow, you look so gorgeous! (:

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  33. Shannon ValleJuly 6, 2013 at 5:09 AM

    These are such stunning photos & the dress completely suits your style.


    The Fashann Monster

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  34. Brenda evansJuly 6, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    you are so lucky! congrats, its beautiful :)

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  35. UnknownJuly 6, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    YOU'RE AMAZING! WOW!

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  36. AnonymousJuly 6, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    It's a very lovely dress but it's too expensive :( I converted the price from US Dollars to Philippine peso and it's worth 2,995 bucks! damn </////3

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  37. Inês BritoJuly 7, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    How gorgeous, love the photos ♡

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  38. PaulaJuly 7, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    so perfect! :)))

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  39. YouriJuly 7, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Congratulations on your design turning to life! It looks beautiful

    -Youri
    www.satisfices.com

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  40. VeriJuly 8, 2013 at 3:32 AM

    You look beautiful!

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  41. UnknownJuly 8, 2013 at 6:13 AM

    you look absolutely stunning in that dress! I love the detail to it!

    http://hanaljoofri.blogspot.sg/

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  42. HalieJuly 8, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Congratulations, and that dress is stunning.
    http://halielandry.blogspot.com/

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  43. UnknownJuly 9, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    Dang sister, that is one gorgeous dress.
    Congratulations!

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  44. ♥ Tanachi ♥July 9, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    Oh woooow! It looks simply stunning and gorgeous and amazing and... I'm in love. It's great! Congrats for the collaboration!! Great dress <3

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  45. Lara July 9, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Hello dear,

    Very nice blog :)

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    Thank you :)

    Kisses,

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  46. Mrs. AaJuly 10, 2013 at 12:28 AM

    too adorable <3

    visit mine whenever you had a chance :D

    cheers,
    Miss Aa

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  47. LouiseJuly 10, 2013 at 4:03 AM

    Wow, that dress looks absolutely amazing!

    ~Lou~
    Ps: i'm doing a fashion-related survey for my dissertation, 5 mins, much much help ♥ https://fr.surveymonkey.com/s/2SJRFPJ

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  48. UnknownJuly 10, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Perfect dress. I really love it. :)


    sharysfashion.blogspot.com

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  49. SadeJuly 10, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Fantastic photography, Divine dress as well as background.... Beautiful... Congrats on the deal I know how to feels to have someone else in love with your designs...

    www.BlackandOlives.com

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  50. UnknownJuly 11, 2013 at 3:03 AM

    Congratulations on being able to design such a fantastic jaw dropping dress at young age! You've inspired me in so many ways!! Keep it up Jennifer! I really hope to see more of your own designs in the future! :)

    Btw, I have DIY-ed a pair of painted checkered wedges recently, feel free to check it out on my blog if you are interested. :) Have a nice day.

    http://swaywithstyle.blogspot.com/

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  51. iJuly 11, 2013 at 3:36 AM

    That is such a lovely dress, I can't believe you got to design something and see it produced, it must feel so surreal! :) xx
    tiny-adventure.blogspot.com

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  52. JanaJuly 11, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Wow this dress is absolutely amazing and it suits you so well!

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  53. BlessingJuly 11, 2013 at 10:26 PM

    This opportunity is so amazing. I'm glad you got to experience something like this. It's so inspiring and this dress is gorgeous. I hope I can get it for my sixteenth.

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    1. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:19 AM

      Thank you so much! :) Happy almost 16th by the way!

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  54. Ester DurãesJuly 12, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    wow that dress is so beautiful and it suits you so well! I love the lace details :)
    -
    Ester from Drawing Dreaming

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  55. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    You're so gorgeous!

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  56. AnonymousJuly 13, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    *Bowing down to your designing skills*
    Jen!! Where do I begin with this masterpiece (if I can somehow convince my fingers to spell masterpiece correctly haha)?!
    Well, for starters, this dress is a masterpiece. Duh. Looking back at your original design, I'm still somewhat awestruck by the fact that you created something so lovely. The delicate sheer skirt, the feminine lace details. The fact that you hand-dyed it. And that you sewed it. MY MIND IS BLOWN RIGHT NOW. BLOWN! While I can hardly thread a needle without managing to stab myself (multiple times, I might add), you are able to envision such dreamy pieces and then carry them out. Wow, just wow. You, my friend, are way coolio. You completely deserved to have one of your designs produced and sold :)
    Congratulations!! I'm sure it's like having your baby of sorts growing up and entering the real world. I can only imagine how it feels!

    So when you're super famous and the coolest designer on the planet, you'll still remember all your loyal blog followers, right? Heehee :) Oh and since you can clearly design spectacularly, I'm calling dibs on you to create my future ballgowns that I shall be wearing to all of my fabulous functions as a fab lady with cool ballgowns. No joke.
    Okay, fine, maybe that is a little bit of a joke. But I still call dibs on you designing for me! :)


    ~Alice
    Ainfinitaire

    P.S. I hope you got my e-mail!

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    1. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:21 AM

      Thank you so much Alice! I'm so thankful to have your support! This dress is very dear to my heart for sure :) nd aww, I'd be happy to design a gown for you in the future if I do become that successful! xD Yes, I got your email, and I'll reply to it as soon as I can! ^^

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  57. UnknownJuly 15, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    You're such an amazing designer, and a true inspiration. I'm glad to see you pursuing your dreams and shooting for the stars! You truly are my rolemodel. And I hope that we can work with each other in the industry some day. I hope that we can sit front row at each others shows and become good friends! I love your work and will definitely be aiming to buy your designs!
    That Seams Lovely

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    1. JenniferJuly 15, 2013 at 11:22 AM

      Thank you so much Beka :) If you ever come to NY, maybe we can meet up! Your support means a lot to me! <3

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  58. lanciacoriandoliJuly 16, 2013 at 5:41 AM

    gorgeous look! I love so much this dress! u r so beautiful <3

    Love&Studs

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  59. AdrienneJuly 16, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Wow, You look so stunning! &photos are simply beautiful with that 'something more'..
    Have a nice day,
    Adriana.

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  60. RanimJuly 23, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    The link doesnt work :( isnt it possible anymore to buy it? :(

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    1. JenniferJuly 27, 2013 at 10:39 AM

      Hi Ranim,

      There were technical difficulties with the checkout so it was temporarily taken off the site, but now it is fixed so everything will work smoothly! You can buy it at the new link below:

      http://www.dahliawolf.com/shop/123

      In addition, due to production costs and manufacturing time, the pink lace detailing is now burgundy. Other than that, if you are still interested in purchasing a dress, the pre-order price of $64 ends July 31st! :)

      - Jennifer

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  61. IzabelJuly 28, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    is there ANY WAY to buy this dress in the original pink detailing, paying a bit more perhaps??

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    1. JenniferJuly 28, 2013 at 10:13 AM

      Hi Izabel,

      The only dress that was made with the pink detailing was the original sample :( These photos were shot over a month ago in the sample dress and it was a recent decision right before actual production of the dresses were to begin that the pink detailing should be changed to burgundy. Dahlia Wolf is in charge of the technical side of this collaboration so they ultimately have the final say in these changes. I wish it was able to be offered in both versions! Sorry about this :(

      - Jennifer

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  62. MuszkaAugust 10, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    I love this dress :-)
    http://tohavefabulousday.blogspot.com/2013/08/very-hot-summer.html

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  63. Fashion Secret Garden [Justyna Przeorek]August 10, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    AMAZING dress!

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  64. UnknownAugust 19, 2013 at 6:13 AM

    beautifull dress !! i'm in love!

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  65. AnonymousAugust 21, 2013 at 1:45 AM

    Wow fantastic dress!

    http://nieotym.wordpress.com/

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  66. CarolinaSeptember 15, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    this dress is so incredibly stunning!! WOW! i'd love to buy it!

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  67. AngeliqueSeptember 15, 2013 at 1:44 PM

    Love the dress! ♥ I have a question about it since I really want to order it: is the sheer part of the skirt more transparent as pictured in the online shop or more like your picture? Thanks in advance!

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    1. JenniferOctober 1, 2013 at 5:33 PM

      Hi Angelique! I'm so sorry for my late response! The sheer part is more transparent than it appears in these photos (it's just the lighting that makes it look less sheer here)

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  68. JulieJanuary 26, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    I really love the dress!! Do you happen to know if it is still available somewhere? It seems that it's out of stock at dahliawolf :( Thanks in advance!

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    1. JenniferJanuary 26, 2014 at 2:42 PM

      Hi Julie! I'm glad to hear you like it so much! :) Unfortunately it is out of stock now and I don't believe they plan on producing any more :( Sorry about the inconvenience!

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