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Life & Living => Beauty & Fashion => Topic started by: Tajo on August 07, 2013, 03:58:55 AM

Title: My designs thread! (2016 updated)
Post by: Tajo on August 07, 2013, 03:58:55 AM
made by me.  Just need to add sleeves and a zipper on back of the shirt.  Both collar and skirt are pleated by hand.  Will post a completed outfit in two days.  Enjoy!!! :)



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Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: sunsets on August 08, 2013, 01:36:54 PM
Will you be taking orders in the future?  ;D

Gorgeous dress btw.  ;)
Title: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: supadupac on August 08, 2013, 01:53:30 PM
Nice! I like purple
Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: Luther on August 08, 2013, 05:38:26 PM
is that your size :)
Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: PRINCESS. on August 08, 2013, 06:14:09 PM
Can you sew me a Hmong male outfit?  ;)
Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: Tajo on August 09, 2013, 01:07:01 AM
Sunsets,  Thanks.  I'm taking orders now too.  ;D 


supa, Thank you.

[/size][size=78%]Luther, That's a size 6.  I'm bigger than size 6.[/size]
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[/size][size=78%]Gnam, sure.  You know where to find me. [/size] ;)

Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: PRINCESS. on August 09, 2013, 09:33:53 PM
Gnam, sure.  You know where to find me.  ;)

Traditionally the pants are too baggy and the shirt leaves my stomach naked, lol. You know what I mean?

I want a Hmong outfit that looks modern. Let me know what you come up with. I'm willing to pay for your time and services.
Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: Tajo on August 10, 2013, 12:06:56 AM
Traditionally the pants are too baggy and the shirt leaves my stomach naked, lol. You know what I mean?

I want a Hmong outfit that looks modern. Let me know what you come up with. I'm willing to pay for your time and services.

Modern fit hmong outfit?  ill sketch n will let you see the style.
Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: PRINCESS. on August 10, 2013, 03:01:30 AM
Modern fit hmong outfit?  ill sketch n will let you see the style.

Ohhh can't wait to see what you come up with.
Title: Re: Can someone pin my thread? :D Don't want to make new thread each time. Thanks.
Post by: Tajo on August 12, 2013, 01:16:38 AM
(https://sphotos-b-pao.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/995495_223294471156700_1056110675_n.jpg)


Available on my Etsy shop. 



Title: Re: Can someone pin my thread? :D Don't want to make new thread each time. Thanks.
Post by: D`Explora on August 12, 2013, 08:04:22 PM
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Available on my Etsy shop.

maybe i missed it, but where's the link to your etsy shop? please and thank you. this skirt is adorable!  :)
Title: Re: Can someone pin my thread? :D Don't want to make new thread each time. Thanks.
Post by: shesaid on August 13, 2013, 02:05:16 PM
maybe i missed it, but where's the link to your etsy shop? please and thank you. this skirt is adorable!  :)

D- it's the last link on her signature
Title: Re: Can someone pin my thread? :D Don't want to make new thread each time. Thanks.
Post by: Tajo on August 16, 2013, 12:43:15 AM
Thanks HeavenlyScent!

A completed Hmong outfit.  This is my first Hmong outfit I made. 
Front

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Back

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Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: Tajo on September 04, 2013, 07:23:03 AM
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This top will be showing @ SF Fashion Show this month. 
Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: JustMe on September 04, 2013, 07:56:30 AM
Wow, Tajo.. business in the front,,party in the back kinda outfit. 
Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: Tajo on September 13, 2013, 02:39:27 AM
.,  yes :D


A little sneak peek on my Hmong inspired collection.



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Title: Re: My design thread! (My collection from BAFA2013)
Post by: Tajo on September 25, 2013, 01:25:22 AM
BAFA-2013 More pics coming.. Few pics are from my sister's camera and the other are from BAFA.

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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: AOZ on September 25, 2013, 05:41:29 PM
nice job tajo! 
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on September 26, 2013, 12:56:17 AM
Thank you, AOZ.
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: dianahmuas on September 26, 2013, 01:35:05 AM
beautiful!!!!... O0 O0 O0
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: dianahmuas on September 26, 2013, 01:38:15 AM
BAFA-2013 More pics coming.. Few pics are from my sister's camera and the other are from BAFA.

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can i order the 2nd row 1st pic one?...i love that one...
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on September 26, 2013, 02:22:35 AM
D- The gray dress?


-zipper straps.  Msg me your bust and length measurement. 
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: IB THIAB NEEJ on September 26, 2013, 03:32:11 AM
That's a cool name, "Thor." I like the red and grey one. Totally unique! Do you do those Hmong story cloth artwork? I need some Hmong art in my house. Sadly I have none.
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on September 28, 2013, 01:19:55 AM
IB, Thanks.   I don't do those Hmong story cloth.  I don't know how.  :(  My parents are very good at those story cloth.  Go check on ebay. 
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: San Diego on October 03, 2013, 06:22:27 PM
Lovely hmong clothings.  When you open up your online store, do let us know?
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on October 24, 2013, 05:05:57 AM
SD, Thanks.  Not anytime soon.   :)






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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on October 25, 2013, 06:32:06 AM

Almost done.   :)

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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: DeceiversChick on October 25, 2013, 01:07:51 PM
Great job Thor! I love it!
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on October 25, 2013, 07:21:20 PM
Thanks, DC.  :)
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Lavender on October 30, 2013, 02:30:30 PM
Wow! I'm impressed.  Your dresses are awesome.
Title: Re: Just want to share an unfinished hmong outfit...
Post by: New kid on the block on October 30, 2013, 06:43:13 PM
Modern fit hmong outfit?  ill sketch n will let you see the style.


Nice. Im also looking forward to this sketch. (Skinny pants) ;)
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: moscato on October 31, 2013, 03:13:40 PM
This is seriously amazing! What's ur etsy shop called?
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on November 06, 2013, 03:27:53 AM
Thank you Lavender, NKOTB and Moscato. 




Moscato, look down on my links.   ;D ;D     I don't have anything there just two tunics.







Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on November 06, 2013, 03:28:16 AM
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I love this outfit on her.   :)

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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on November 09, 2013, 04:24:26 AM
A hi-low tunic I designed. one left on my etsy shop.


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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on November 10, 2013, 03:31:12 AM
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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: DeceiversChick on November 10, 2013, 02:53:40 PM
I've been on an itch to sew Hmong inspired home decor and you are inspiring me to start. I have an eye on a few batik fabric as well.

You did such a great job and keep it up.
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on November 19, 2013, 04:24:44 AM
Thank you for your kind words, DC.  Don't forget to share pics. 
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: yamchild on December 09, 2013, 12:01:56 AM
Congrats Tajo on a wonderful collection!!!  And great photos too!
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on April 13, 2014, 04:27:23 AM
Thanks, Yamchild.


Made this outfit for a client.

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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on May 08, 2014, 01:53:49 PM
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Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Jenlee9 on May 14, 2014, 03:29:56 AM
OMGosh...I love this.... :o
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: 3 Years Time on May 14, 2014, 08:28:00 AM
Wow, didn't know we had a designer on here. Awesome work, I like how it's modernizing traditional stuff too.
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on May 16, 2014, 03:46:33 AM
Thanks!! 

I hope my next collection will wow you all.  :2funny:  It has been 4.5 months and my stuffs are not even half way done.  :'(
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Jenlee9 on May 16, 2014, 11:41:53 AM
Thanks!! 

I hope my next collection will wow you all.  :2funny:  It has been 4.5 months and my stuffs are not even half way done.  :'(

i cannot wait to see the next collection. It is alright you can do it  O0 just hang in there..some people work better under pressure :D
Title: Re: My design thread!(My collection from BAFW 2013)
Post by: Tajo on May 22, 2014, 03:54:52 AM
Thanks Just.  ;D

Available soon.  ;D A versatile wraparound top can make up to 10 different styles look from casual to evening wear.  Bottom is a modern pleated Hmong batik printed skirt with lace.

(https://scontent-b-sjc.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/10358755_787378654628837_44690339423712543_n.jpg)
Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: Jenlee9 on May 22, 2014, 12:56:48 PM
That is so cute. it's like an infinity dress. Love those.
Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: Tajo on May 23, 2014, 05:27:23 AM
(https://scontent-b-sjc.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/988878_788187661214603_6064665118446020029_n.jpg)
The trims are from second hand Hmong cross stitch.

Thank you guys.   :)
Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: Tajo on September 09, 2014, 04:53:03 AM
Hmong or Modern?  :D O0




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Title: Re: My design thread!
Post by: Jenlee9 on September 09, 2014, 11:44:47 AM
Modern looks better.
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Sneak peek FCW 2014)
Post by: Tajo on September 15, 2014, 02:56:31 AM
Fashion Community Week @ Sir Francis Drake Hotel Starlight. 

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Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Tajo on September 18, 2014, 12:37:38 AM
Fashion Community Week 2014

Details are mostly  on the back.   



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Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Minion1 on September 18, 2014, 09:04:28 AM
Thanks Just.  ;D

Available soon.  ;D A versatile wraparound top can make up to 10 different styles look from casual to evening wear.  Bottom is a modern pleated Hmong batik printed skirt with lace.

(https://scontent-b-sjc.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/10358755_787378654628837_44690339423712543_n.jpg)

Love the top.  I'd totally purchase it. 
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: sunrain on September 18, 2014, 01:08:41 PM
I really like the yellow dress and the red strapless dress.  I can see myself wearing it.  Very nicely done!   O0
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: luvlylisa on September 18, 2014, 01:49:18 PM
Oh.........tha t short yellow one is my fav! O0
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Tajo on September 24, 2014, 03:47:35 AM
Thanks everyone! :)
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Tajo on September 26, 2014, 01:09:35 AM
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Recycled my wool coat.  O0 :)
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Tajo on October 15, 2014, 08:24:51 PM
Hmong inspired blazer. 



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Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: thePoster on October 16, 2014, 04:03:18 PM
I remember when we met a long time ago on the internet..

And you was showing me design drawings...


You know what I thought?

I was thinking "DAng! This girl can draw good! better than me!"

Nice stuff keep up the good hmong work!
Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Tajo on November 02, 2014, 03:10:30 AM
Thanks Poster!  :) ;D

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Title: Re: My design thread! ( Fashion Community Week 2014 pics updated)
Post by: Tajo on April 16, 2015, 03:02:59 AM
(https://scontent-sjc.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/11053515_975275145839186_1664615899643526738_o.jpg)

Dress and fabric designed by myself. Hem is pleated with solid black fabric.   :2funny: Went to Vegas last week.  Myself in my own design, my sis, niece and cousin.
Title: Re: My design thread! (New dress 2015 updated)
Post by: floaty on April 16, 2015, 10:30:59 PM
You are such a great talent. I wish you plenty of success! Where do we go to get a customized outfit?
Title: Re: My design thread! (New dress 2015 updated)
Post by: Tajo on November 02, 2016, 01:32:59 AM
(https://scontent.fsnc1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-0/p526x296/14925348_1346746198692077_3176089871140414512_n.jpg?oh=3434ca1d5a4795e3b4490a5752add1c8&oe=58A15D6B)
Made this jacket today.  Materials: polyester crepe and Hmong second hand crossed stitch.