Sweetheart Keyholes for Summer

I'm convinced that every girl needs an easy, wrinkle resistant cotton blend dress in her wardrobe.  A dress that will look good at a BBQ, or on Datenight, or for Sunday brunch.
A dress that can be tossed in the wash, and hung up to dry, and need minimal prep to look fresh again. (I'll always encourage pressing a hem. ;-)

Over here at my design shop, I've come up with a fit n' flare dress that satisfies the easy cool of any fashionista.
Also, they pack well in a suitcase, if you're off on any summer adventures!

Pair with accesories, under shirts, tights, belts, all the cater to your wearing needs.

SHOP online HERE.

Thank you to www.surrendercove.com Photography

And Lauren Moon for being such a fun fabulous model!

J. Von Stratton Charity Auction

J. Von Stratton Charity Auction Sale!

Yes that’s correct, you can support an independent artist, win a One-Of-A-Kind Dress, AND all the proceeds will be donated to local Seattle charity Mary’s Place. (http://www.marysplaceseattle.org/) An organization helping women and families affected by domestic violence.

Fresh of the RTF5 fashion event, these custom pieces are only available on this eBay auction, which will run for 5 days.  Here’s how it works:  The starting bid is what the artist receives from the sale.  This covers supplies, and cost to make the piece.  EBay fees, shipping, and sales tax are then deducted.

ALL PROFIT OVER THE BASE BID IS DONATED TO MARY’s PLACE!

I will announce how much we raised Monday November 24th!

SO GET TO BIDDING!  EVERYONE WINS!

Items for Auction:

Black Sequin floor length fishtail gown

(Dress only.  Shrug available by request.)

(Image by Lena Peterson)

AUCTION LISTING HERE

Color Block Swing Dress

(Image by Lena Peterson)

AUCTION LISTING HERE

Color Block Kick Skirt Wiggle Dress

(Dress only)

(Image by Lena Peterson)

AUCTION LISTING HERE

Sweet and Sparkly Cocktail Dress

(Image by Lena Peterson)

AUCTION LISTING HERE

The Innevitible Album

Jinkx Monsoon released an Album last week.  Unlike some of the predecessors from the drag Race alumni, Jinkx can SING.  Like....Really Really sing, and do it well.

Check out the video for Coffee and Wine, which a few of the Bombshells make appearances along side the Queen of Queens.

Ooooh!  Someone made me a gif!

One Step Closer to MOTHER

Cher has a mom, yes she wasn't just plopped on Earth one day in a custom Bob Mackie.
And did you know that Cher's mom is 87 and doesn't look a day over 50?
And did you know she's a VERY talented singer?

So as you could expect, my head nearly exploded when she said THIS about the costume I made for BenDeLaCreme.

RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6: BenDeLaCreme

Here's the sitch ya'll, I've worked with DeLa on many different projects over the years.  When I found out she was going to be on Season 6 of RuPaul's Drag Race, my reaction was "Duh, You're a genius. You'll make great TV."

BenDeLaCreme is a smart cookie.  I'm not just saying that because we're friends.  I've seen Ben the producer work 18 hours days to make sure an act is perfect, then turn it out as DeLa like she's been performing it for years.  Never boring, never expected, ALWAYS entertaining.

So naturally being 4 episodes in to Season 6, the judges are taking a liking.  I'm proud to see my friend doing so well, and even more thrilled to see her turning out so many of the looks we designed for her.
Enjoy the gallery, and see you on Monday.

www.bendelacreme.com
www.jvonstratton.com

Seattle Dances raises over a 1/2 million for Plymouth Housing Group

This March marked my 3rd year working as the costume designer for the Seattle Dances event.  What could be better than ballroom glitz and glam with local celebs...It's a charity fundraiser for Plymouth!

Here are some pics of the dance duos.
Congrats Plymouth, and all the dancers, organizers, and crew of Seattle Dances 2014.

Killing it Seattle!

Macklemore wins 4 grammys

The Seahawks win the Superbowl.

I go away for 2 weeks and look at all the awesome magic that happens.

Congrats my little Emerald City.

This mini movie sums it up nice...and it doesn't hurt that we're in it!

Macklemore and Ryan Lewis: The Heist Tour (Part 2)

The beautiful and super talented Zoe Rain has been taking shots of the tour since the beginning.  Here are a few she snapped of Ruby and I during the Seattle shows.

More at http://zoerainphotography.com/ and www.macklemore.com

On Stage with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis

Well Well Well...directly on he heels of a whirlwind month (Lost in Space, Fashion Riot), Ruby Mimosa and I get the word that we'll be dancing on stage for the 3 nights Macklemore & Ryan Lewis are at  Key Arena.

Say. What.

Yes, Ruby and I have played a minor role in the world tour since June.  She and I are the Burlesque Gals in the vignette before "And We Danced".  My oh my, to play our roles live.  Why yes Sir, that sounds lovely!

Here we are, shimming and fanning Raven Bowie (aka Macklemore aka Ben Haggarty).

What an experience.  The Band, Crew, Production Team, EVERYONE was so darn sweet to us, and made us feel like we'd been for the ride all along.  What an experience

 "...cuz tonight is the night. DANCE!"

Final Show of Tour: Dec 12, 2013

Fashion Riot was a HIT!

I bet you wish you'd been there now huh!

The Belgian Spiegeltent known as Teatro Zinzanni was the setting for this showcase of Northwest Design and Talent.
And what a Night it was: Sold Out!
Fashion ranging from avant garde to leather bags, wearable fashion to vintage Eleganza...there was literally something for everyone!

This magical evening could not have happened without all the lovely and talented people involved, from the designers and models, Hostess and Dj, cast and crew, and the delightful folks at Teatro Zinzanni.

Enough of me waxing poetic, check out some pics for yourselves!

Scott Foster:

PHOTO SET HERE

Eric Paguio

PHOTO SET HERE

More to come.....

J. Von Stratton and Teatro Zinzanni Present: FASHION RIOT!

THE not-to-be missed Fashion Event of the NORTHWEST!

Couture, Costume, and Performance Collide in 

Teatro ZinZanni and Jamie Von Stratton’s 

FASHION RIOT!

Sartorial Extravaganza Features the Best in Northwest 

Design and Costuming, November 26

Seattle, WASH. – October 22, 2013 – Swank and style go hand in hand in Teatro ZinZanni’s latest event, FASHION RIOT!, curated in partnership with star-studded seamstress with sass Jamie Von Stratton. FASHION RIOT!’s sartorial extravaganza offers an up-close and personal runway show in the round, one-of-a-kind design sales from the catwalk, a pre-holiday bazaar and trunk show in the lobby with cocktails, palate pleasers and more on November 26 under Teatro ZinZanni’s gorgeous spiegeltent.

FASHION RIOT features the stylings of J. Von Stratton Designs whose work was featured on Jinkx Monsoon during her RuPaul's “Drag Race” crowning; Teatro ZinZanni designer Louise DiLenge whose career spans four decades between Teatro ZinZanni’s former San Francisco and Seattle locations; Devonation Haute Couture, a Metropolitan Fashion Week 2012 nominee for “Emerging Designer of the Year”; Seattle Magazine’s 2013 ‘Seamless in Seattle’ Reader’s Choice winner, Jonquil and Mr. Black; Misty Greer whose couture headpiece was worn by Lady Gaga on her Monster Ball Tour in 2009; Kristie Metcalf, a Seattle based designer currently on the BRAVO series STYLED TO ROCK; and Seattle favorite indie, vintage shop Pretty Parlor.

Performances by King of Boylesque 2012: RUSSELL BRUNER

& The Showbusiest Couple KITTEN N' LOU

WHERE:

Teatro ZinZanni

222 Mercer Street, Seattle 

WHEN:

Tuesday, November 26 - On Sale Now

Doors at 6:00pm Show @ 7:30

TICKETS:

$25-$50

General Admission: $25

Premium Seating: $35

Up close and personal: $50

Call or Visit Us Online for More Information:

(206) 802-0015

http://dreams.zinzanni.org   

Interview with Fashion blog COLLECTIVE310

Check out my article with Los Angeles based fashion blog Collective 310.
Thank you to writer Sara Jayne, and photographer Rodney Bowes for making me look so good!

Article Here:

COLLECTIVE310

David Peterman's underwater images

This was one of the most interesting fashion shoot experiences I've ever had. Take a breath, no nose air bubbles, push the wig out of your face, hold yourself down...now with the remaining 10 seconds of air: MODEL! 

David Peterman @ www.theyareonlypixels.com

You must not miss out on being a part of this!

Friends, Family, Fans...I implore you, check out songstress PROM QUEEN and her awesome kickstarter project. No REALLY, Just watch the video. It's going to be fucking amazing. 

 http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/734882880/prom-queen-midnight-veil-a-music-video-film

Please donate!!!