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Couture Finishing Techniques

Couture Finishing Techniques

Season 13 Episode 1311
26:46
Accessories by Diana Broussard

Accessories by Diana Broussard

Season 13 Episode 1312
26:46
Days for Girls

Days for Girls

Season 13 Episode 1313
26:46
A Look Inside the World’s Apparel Industry

A Look Inside the World’s Apparel Industry

Season 14 Episode 1401
26:46
European Shoe Lasts

European Shoe Lasts

Season 14 Episode 1402
26:46
U.S. Haute Couture Beginnings/Victor Costa

U.S. Haute Couture Beginnings/Victor Costa

Season 14 Episode 1403
26:46
Luxury Lace/ France

Luxury Lace/ France

Season 14 Episode 1404
26:46
European Classic Dressing Details

European Classic Dressing Details

Season 14 Episode 1405
26:46
Inside the Details of Givenchy

Inside the Details of Givenchy

Season 14 Episode 1406
26:45
Inside the Details of Oscar de La Renta

Inside the Details of Oscar de La Renta

Season 14 Episode 1407
26:46
Inside the Details of Christian Dior

Inside the Details of Christian Dior

Season 14 Episode 1408
26:46
European Couture Details – Part 1

European Couture Details – Part 1

Season 14 Episode 1409
26:46
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Fit 2 Stitch

Zipper Installation

Season 13 Episode 1310

The Automatic Continuous Clothing Closure, commonly called the zipper, was first invented in 1917. Sewing in a zipper may seem like a daunting task for someone just learning to sew. Though it will take plenty of patience and practice, learning how to do it is worth your time and effort. Peggy’s guest Ella Pritsker demonstrates easy and efficient methods of zipper installation.

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European Couture Details – Part 2
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Guest Ella Pritsker shares the fine art of hand-stitched custom haute couture.
European Couture Details – Part 1
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Guest Ella Pritsker shares her work of applying the artistry of couture to sportswear.
Inside the Details of Christian Dior
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A closeup look at Christian Dior garments, from the renowned Texas Fashion Collection.
Inside the Details of Oscar de La Renta
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Fit 2 Stitch explores the artistry and legacy of Oscar de la Renta.
Inside the Details of Givenchy
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A closeup look at Givenchy designed garments, from the renowned Texas Fashion Collection.
European Classic Dressing Details
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Stylist Roxanne Carne provides all the essentials on how to capture that European flair.
Luxury Lace/ France
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François Damide gives a masterclass on the process of creating luxury French leavers lace.
U.S. Haute Couture Beginnings/Victor Costa
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All about Victor Costa -American fashion designer known for affordable high-end designs.
European Shoe Lasts
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Diana Broussard shares her knowledge and success as a luxury footwear designer.
A Look Inside the World’s Apparel Industry
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Enzo Mazzurco shares what he values most from his 50-year successful career in fashion.
Days for Girls
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Celetse Mergens shows how reusable menstrual supplies are sewn by volunteers around the world.
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