Couture Draping Designing directly on a dress-form is unique intensive set of master classes developed by Elena Ryleeva, whereas Elena teaches not merely techniques but creativity, showcasing basically Designing by Draping. Besides to be highly inspirational, Elena's class is evolving as new topics and details are added constantly.

Masterclasses travels worldwide and have been running thus far in various countries in Asia, in South America, Africa, Middle East, Spain and Georgia.

The content:

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Puff design: balloon skirt
Twisted skirt
Dress with radiating pleats
Sculpturing techniques: Peplum project (peplum skirt or top)
Sculpturing techniques: “flower” bodice
Pleats/pleat imitation techniques
Balenciaga cocoon dress
Wing-pleat hourglass dress
Tailored jacket. Tuxedo
Bolero jacket with shawl collar
Corset draping
Corset design-redesign