How Couture Can Shape A Body - The Making of the Molten Silver Dress 

Absolutely stunning! I love that you show these understructures in your videos, theyre something I've had to learn by trial and error because i think you're the first youtuber ive seen properly do these kinds of projects

I'm a beginning sewist with ambitions to make my wedding dress, but wanting to make something that looks tailored, possibly even couture. I have a similar "short waist," and I've been contemplating for many months on how to achieve the shape I want. It just seems like almost no matter what sewing challenge I'm pondering, sooner or later you share a video that demonstrates so beautifully and clearly ways I can accomplish what I'd like to achieve. You have no idea what a blessing your channel has been to me. I am very excited about the silk dupioni swatches that will serve as the base layer. I'm torn between the gold/Bordeaux or the gold/mint green. The latter is more fun, and the former is more elegant. You are an inspiration to this mid-30s amateur sewist. Thank you for everything!

Such beautiful work, and I think it's really important that people know about all these tricks and secrets in couture dress making. It's so easy to look at red carpets and think, "I'm never going to look like that", but the reality is, they don't look like that either! With modern fashion I think we've really forgotten that clothing can do more than cover the body, it can completely recreate it. For centuries, women achieved the fashionable silhouette through their clothing and it wasn't so important what their actual bodies looked like. It's only fairly recently that people have been told the only way to look "right" is by doing this diet or that exercise. Hopefully next time someone sees a celebrity with a flawless waist and perfect hourglass hips, they can think, "wow what a wonderful, clever dress" and not "wow my body could never be that perfect".

I love the focus on the small details of craftsmanship that make these illusions work so seamlessly. Stunning work as always, an incredibly beautiful creation to watch come to life.

Wow! Stunning!! Explains why ‘red carpet events’ make any ‘body’ look beautiful, and why those dresses are SO expensive. The amount of work and fittings that go into their construction is eye-opening.

I have no words! I never seen anyone do this quality work ever on youtube. You deserve to be a top level world renowned designer

I don't know if you were ever told that your videos are not only very informative but also soothing. Watching with ease and absorbing every thing, like riding along smoothly. Is the best way to put it for me.❤ Not like , and now you will have to do it this way and that way.

Ms. Lepold, your knowledge and craftsmanship are beyond outstanding! Artists of your caliber usually don't share in depth details of their work even when overviewing. I very much appreciate your confidence in your abilities and your willingness to share information with those of us who haven't received formal dressmaking or tailoring training. Your soothing voice is assuring. I'm hoping to attempt a portion of your technique at some point in the future. I'm hoping polyester organza will work as a base. Please update us additional details about this project if you have the time in the future. I'm sure younger views interested in design will be as grateful as I am.👏👏👏♥♥♥🥰

Oh this was such a cool video! I admit it rarely think about the added structure to the garments we see in handmade pieces unless they are made to standout. As always not only is the finished dress a clear labor of love but so is the video itself in its presentation and composition. An absolute treat to view on a stormy afternoon.

I’m always so inspired about your process, designs and the care of how you put everything together; I feel I always learn something new and specially with this video, thank you for sharing this with us 💖

The dress is stunning! I love to watch you create your amazing designs. I like that you showed how you can change the shapes of the under clothing ( and outer ) to make a dress look stunning, and very flattering, even if you don't have the exact proportions on your own. I thought the corset was amazing on it's own. It felt to me, like when you see the architectural drawings and plans to an amazing house or castle! I thought laying out what you were using for this project was a very nice touch in the beginning of video. Just incredible as always!! Wishing you joy and peace and a beautiful Spring , Audri

I got into sewing because I was disappointed with the fit and quality of the dresses in the store. Unlucky for me I have a taste for well made garments but not the budget. However I’m willing to put in the ours! I just finished my first ever dress. I heavily adjusted the bodice for perfect fit and easily spent 30 hours on making the dress. It was eye opening for me to see what was possible with a little work and care. I want to learn the art of having my clothes fit to perfection but stay discreet. Thank you for your video ❤

I desperately want to be able to make something like this for my wedding. What beautiful craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing with us. Such a pleasure to watch.

A lot of people judge the past based on what is left over, not understanding how the past survives. Like thinking...assuming really...that corsets were constricting devices, instead of being more along the lines of weight distribution. Understandable to a certain degree because of extent garments are often of smaller sizes...sizes that worn for a short time by teenagers. And we forget how many layers along with how many yards were in a skirt, were worn which increased the hip size when in turn made the waist seem even smaller.

Thank you so much for sharing so much detail! I have told so many of my clients that a ‘simple’ design is never truly simple when you see what is underneath and the amount of work that goes into them. Stunning work as always ❤

Woow I really think the corset and the wide hip part are beautiful pieces on their own. And the video as well is so well made! and omg the dress at the end is soo gorgeous 😍

Another utterly beautiful dress and video. I love your approach to corsetry. You embrace its sculptural potential while seeing to your own needs and comfort. I greatly enjoyed watching you make it all.

What a beautiful experience. Your voice, the sounds of cutting and sewing, your gentle educational comments. Thank you!

The wonders of couture! Thank you for showing how you did it.

As always your production quality and sewing quality is through the roof! I loved this so much

I love your work! I wish you sold patterns or courses. Huge fan over here in Southern CA.

Absolutely stunning work!

Yay! I’ve been waiting for this video ever since I saw the Instagram post!

You are such an amazing artist! Each shot in your videos is so cinematic in addition to the superb work you do on the clothes you sew. This dress came out beautifully!

I love your videos. I am a fashion student, so I love your whole process. I also love the asmr aspect as well

Wow! loved the fitting !!🎉🎉🎉

As always absolutley stunning

Another beautiful video--and all that inside structure is so much fun to watch!

Wow... I am beyond impressed ❤

Absolutely sublime!

Wow, wow, wow! I don't think I've ever finished watching a sewing video all the way through, but this was the most beautiful video I've ever seen, I couldn't stop watching! Everything, the cinematography, the lighting, the dress itself, it was all so beautiful. 10/10 I loved this

Your videos are always breathtaking!

Truly exquisite. The detailing of the construction is amazing. A truly amazing dress x

Amazing job ! you nail the beauty of "couture"

Your videos are crafted to perfection, just like your designs!!! This dress was so well made and fit better than a glove!! I'm in love with the idea of the undergarment as a dress, similar to what Galliano did for Dior one season. I just love all that detail and the overlapping seams on the hip attachment were really captivating to me!!! Your channel is bliss!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful creativity 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

Wow. I am just in awe!! A stunning labor of love turning materials into wearable art.

Beautiful clean work!

so pretty! 😭

Incredibly beautiful!

Beautiful job! I love your work and it looks gorgeous on you!

Your talent is amazing. I could watch you plan and construct your amazing dresses for hours.

What a beautiful dress and a beautifully done video! You clearly put a lot of time and thoughtfulness into both!

Beautiful Dress! Amazing detailed instruction on the work as well. Thank you.

You are stunning and the explanation is great! Exactly well said about how any body can be shaped gracefully! I learned a lot! Please create more ❤️

Always amazed by your craftsmanship and expert use of so many tools and materials. That I never even knew existed!

I learned soo much! Thank you

Frieda you’re my inspiration ❤

The shape and sheerness look so comfortable and look so elegant

I loved this video. I have learned so much even though I have sewing for many yrs. Loved the idea of the zip ties, you did an excellent job. Loved the explanations while you were working. The video was excellent, clear , close up shots, I could see just what you were doing. Loved that you verbalized your considerations & how you made your decisions. I can’t wait to see many more video’s. A definite fan, keep up the good work.

🤯amazing!

Beautiful work❤❤❤❤

Well done!!!❤

Amazing I love love it wish I had a similar dress

So inspiring! You make me want to gather all my sewing and drafting tools so I can start making beautiful things🪡♥️

beautiful!!

Love the work and the result! And your voice is so nice and relaxing! This video is like sewing meditation 🙂

I loved loved everything about this dress. I’ve always wondered how the corset was attached to the dress at the neckline. Your video are like a movie!

Благодарю за воспроизведение кропотливогоТруда Мастера. Спасибо, что поделились ньюансами работы над образом. Прекрасная подача ценного материала. Благодарю за Шедевр. Успеха, Процветания и всех Благ Вам❤❤

Very interesting! Where can I find the pattern for the corset?

I love your work it is really good

Simply stunning

Your work is so awesome! 😀 Meticulous, elegant and lovely.

Cool.I now know that there are hidden corsets in gowns.A technique at how to sew the corset to put under the gown.

Que bello trabajo, muchas gracias por compartir, resulta maravilloso, muchas gracias por compartir 🎉❤

What’s your tips/advices to make the edges of the short cage crinoline like this doesn’t show from the outside delicate fabric? Is it enough to make it slightly narrow at the edges? And secondly, how the bonings or twill covers never visible from the outside at all? I’m really blown away ❤❤❤

I.... love this

Your helpful and beautiful video showed up at a perfect time. I've been thinking a lot about trends in body shape, and how the current tendency (post-girdle) is to sculpt the body, instead of using undergarments and clothing structure.

Loved watching your process. Beautiful voice. Makes me want to learn how to do what you are doing. Thank you for sharing this

Brilliant...and your production is excellent! I have made a a couple dresses like this, but have a way to go before I reach this level of skill. Either way, they are fun and rewarding to make...not to mention beautiful. Brava!

Chef's kiss

hi frieda, i love sewing and your video is so inspiring. thank you

This freed me!

Wonderfull Work

Wow, your stunning productions never fail to make me clutch my pearls!

So much strength underpins the ethereal.

Wonderful!!!

I was just mesmerized with your work and the way you work in fully sophisticated way and the result came out was favorably. I do watch "Bernadette Banner" video of couture making and now find a lot similarities between you too.

Прекрасная работа потрясающей девушки. Спасибо за столь подробное и детализированное видео.❤

Gorgeous 😍 i need tge dress & the corset😊

Wow how pretty both you and the dress are gorgeous

Beautiful Frieda, absolutely Beautiful.

Stunning, inspiring, I love it. I aspire to your level of craftsmanship. How many hours did that take?

U ate this up sister

Wow!

Exquisite. Thank you

Wow, Amazing.

Thank you so much for pointing out that people with not much room between hips and ribs often can't get much waist reduction even with a corset, and ALSO for sharing that you're not comfortable with anything constrictive around the waist, I'm in the same boat on both counts, with a short waist and ribs that get really irritated if anything's the least bit tight around the bottom of my ribcage.

I love your sketch books filled with dress sketches, fabric and trim swatches. I also love your pattern material. Is it vellum? Anyway gorgeous gown and corset under layer. The sound of your sewing machine is weirdly soothing to me. 😂

Wow! I’m going to try to make this, but I’m sure it won’t be nearly as stunning as yours

Beautiful work!! and the sounds🤤 gave me asmr. Is there any book or guide with instructions on how to draft a similar bodice?

beautiful just pure beautiful

Uma pena a luz não deixar ver direito... Tudo tão lindo...🌻🌻🌻

Thank you ❤❤❤❤

Amazing! I’m intrigued by the potential uses for the space created between the two layers of the corset at the hip. Could one put a pocket in there? Other thoughts crossed my mind as well. I love the silhouette of this one.

Hi this is such a beautiful and fantastic video. I'm curious as to what brand of tracing paper are you using? The quality looked great and it look quite large and wide. I'm in the US and often have difficulties finding quality paper like that or something that doesn't share the same physical properties as tissue.

I absolutely love the corset! Stunning silhouette. What type and material was this netting that you used for it and was it comfortable against bare skin?

How does the back closure work? Do you do up the corset laces and then zip the dress over top? I was also unsure when you added the waist tape in the corset, do you have to skip stitching over the boning channels so you don't close them off?

Speechless! This is SO well crafted! It remindet me of the jean paul gaultier haute couture show this spring! They had a very similar one with panniers. I loved it. Is there a pattern for the corset? And wich fabric did you use?

I wish I had an ounce of your talent ❤

This is absolutely amazing. You're a wonderful seamstress and video maker. I wish there were channels for men's clothing that were as good as yours. Anyway great job and I hope you have a fantastic equinox.