Prêt-á-Papier

On a recent visit to Bath (UK), I spent a leisurely hour or so inside its wonderful Fashion Museum, perusing the permanent collection and current exhibition of Lady Diana’s lavish frocks. My mother-in-law pointed out the 60s paper dresses, informing me she’d had a few of her own once in eye-popping prints. I asked if they were comfortable? ‘Not very,’ apparently.

But why not construct a paper frock simply as an art piece? Check out these Mac Cosmetics frocks made almost entirely from craft paper. The Prêt-á-Papier collection was inspired by the ubiquitous material and hit the stores last summer. I’m giving paper frocks a go myself on my trusty steed (my 70s-era Janome). Just don’t expect to see me strutting out in one anytime soon – a spot of rain while wearing one could be a fashion faux pas too far.