The Astoria Alta Couture Collection

After a tiring training at the bay, the team headed to Laurie's place in Astoria, Shaw. A hotel/residential suite.

The ever so animated Doctor/writer/rower/fashionista Yves channeled his boredom by creating different ways of wearing a bedrunner. YES, using only a bed runner. I modeled for him. He came up with 7++ designs but I'll only showcase his top 3 designs.

Note: A bedrunner was used as single item of clothing. No clips, no threads, no safety pins--just my pinch grasp holding the gown together.

Gowns designed by Y. S. James
Model Gene Villapando
Photography by Astoria Alta Crew
Camera by Pez De Leon



Item #1: The open neckline

With the wrap-around sleeves, the open neckline outlined by thick collar that reaches down to the waist adds volume to an otherwise thin shoulders.


Item #2:

A simple hourglass silhouette, this gown's asymmetrical neckline defines the strength of the shoulders and the beautiful bare arms of the model. The waistline detail works to highlight the gentle curve of the design.


Item #3:

This dress features a regal, white high-collar that not only offers coverage, but also frames the model's face. The mid-calf hemline makes the gown a chic option for the unconventional sophisticate.

Warning: Not for waistlines above 12"

Note: All specific gown descriptions were made by the designer, Y.S. James.



The Astoria Alta Couture Collection


With Y.S. James, the Designer


The Astoria Alta Crew

Amazing Gowns right? The high-collared gown is my favorite. It's so elegant-looking.

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