"Aspen" and "Shanghai" design edits

It was brought to my attention that 'Aspen', a favorite of mine, might be improved with some light waist-area shirring. This idea has me very excited, so I think this will be release #3 for Jet Set Swim's summer preview. I'm still working on a coverup; I'll post some concept sketches tomorrow and see what you all think.

Also, being inspired by a friend's pregnancy, I'll be offering 'Shanghai' to have sideseam drawstrings (rather than side slits?)...which makes for hot maternity beach attire!!!!

I'm working now on a Jet Set Swim signature print design now. I'll use it as an alternate color choice for every style. I'm trying to decide what look really conveys my whole philosophy for the collection. I want something sophisticated, but fun and modern. Hmm...

Also, I'm working on a couple graphics to complete the Tees shoppe that I'll be adding to my homepage in the next few weeks!

Upcoming Shoots and Spreads

For those of you who track blogs, the following is my actual URL (but I will continue to feed through Facebook). http://www.natalieharrisdesign.blogspot.com/

Tonight I met with the very energetic creative team from the forthcoming HY Magazine. They have me really hyped for some very cool concepts. I was really stunned to meet such a conglomeration of twenty-something talent, but after I read a little more about the editorial direction they plan to take, it makes complete sense. Read all about it, and look for your copy of the debut issue this summer. After all, you'll have to check out my 7-pg spread. Holla!

Speaking of young talent...very young talent...
I'm also prepping for a more surreal-fantasy shoot with the son of an incredible local photographer. It will be his first very own shoot, and it's exciting to watch the little guy's creative process. I can't help it; maybe it goes back to my 4-H (great org) and Junior Leaders days, but I love watching children get passionate.

I'll also be featured in the summer issue of the new Couture Magazine. The Spring issue is out and about town now.

Introduction

It's true; I've been slathered all over MySpace and Facebook for some time now. A blog is the natural next step, but it took some prodding to convince me. :) Apparently many of you find what I do glamorous and fascinating (ha!), so I hope I don't disappoint!

I plan to share the following:
- Design inspirations that I find incredibly exciting
- Updates galore regarding Jet Set Swim and Natalie Harris Bridal & Evening
- Experiences from photo shoots
- Innovative couture designer looks
as well as:
- Exciting personal goings-on

I really do always love design feedback, so I hope for this to be a good outlet for some back and forth chatter. :)