Grand Illusion In art, the term "trompe l'oeil" is defined as to deceive or trick the eye into perceiving a painted detail as a three-dimensional object. In fashion, many designer tricksters utilize optical illusion to bring humor, create perspective, add dimension, or make elements virtually disappear! This week show us all the tricks up your sleeve: figure flattering cuts, shelf bust designs, hourglass shaping, illusion necklines, sheer fabrics, faux patterns, and of course true trompe l'oeil pieces.
1940s dress pattern with illusion neckline Simplicity 4990 1950s sheath dress pattern Simplicity 2243 with very flattering cut - looks like it's all one piece with princess seams, but it isn't. 1970s sheer camisole and petticoat set by Promises by Poirette / Dolores for Poirette
1960s cocktail dress with faux button-front-vest bodice, created with rhinestone trim and decorative buttons. 1960s cocktail dress black with rhinestone trim size M 40 inch bust Two vintage LBDs that use figure-flattering draping to create the illusion of a fuller bust. Black 1950s cocktail dress halter neckline rhinestones Lilli Diamond size XS S 26 inch waist Dorothy O'Hara 1950s dress draped neckline black crepe size XS 24-25 inch waist
I've got this 1970s magazine clutch 1960s illusion-shouldered cocktail dress by Elegant Miss of California 1960s Lilli Diamond dress with illusion neckline Then there's the flattery of this late 1930s to early 40s Fashion Originators dress (+ satin jacket) These sleeves have a few tricks up them, by way of ribbon embroidery over lace:
1950s Chantilly Lace Blouse Art Deco Silk Chiffon Shawl 1930s Black Crepe Dress with Beaded Bodice 1950s Black Tulle Halter Dress with Blue Sequin Flowers 1930s Beaded Bow Collar
Illusion of spaghetti straps: Black Party Pencil Dress with Cape Womens Bodycon Sheath Cocoon Dress "Lace Illusion" (black lace over "nude" taffeta) Gothic Ballgown Womens Medium Large Black Lace Gown One piece Schoolgirl Outfit Womens Medium Mod Fabric made to look Batik 2 Piece Beach Dress
60s "Victoria Royal" Black Lace Gown with Illusion Nude Front! 70s Batwing Sleeve Floral Column Dress 70s Holly's Harp Blue Silk Chiffon Tunic Dress 70s Mod Maxi Dress with Faux Vest 70s Val Mode Blue Illusion Lace Front Nightie
