THOUGHT COUTURE
How we show up in the world aesthetically IS communication.
Jillian Thought Couture is costume art designed to provoke conversations about more than just beauty.
Bespoke and one-of-a-kind accessories and gowns artistically designed to provoke meaningful conversations.
To commemorate the USA’s 250th birthday I designed a limited-edition, thought-provoking, extra-long necklace. The black and gold necklace is 114” long (290cm), stringing together all 52 words of the preamble of the constitution reminding us of our unique and special history. A reminder of the exact words that our founding fathers chose when they designed our precious nation.
Sculptural Gowns and installations
Target:Peace Sculptural Gown: A wearable garment made from vestiges of war as a symbol of transformation
Don’t Fret Sculptural Gown: 2,564 hand drilled guitar picks linked together with copper jump-rings. The silhouette mimics a 1930s bias cut, silk gown to evoke the feeling of a second skin. An homage to the lingering feeling of good music.
Custom Costumes - Client Projects
King of Hearts Costume for Carnival Festival, Trnidad.
Fiber Optic Evening Gown with Metal Corset
Inflatable Dress - Toronto Art. Collaboration with KB
SHOPPE
‘Insure Domestic Tranquility’ - Necklace
SEE•HEEAR•SHOUT Talisman