Staci Bernstein

Spellcaster Aggie V -- Put a bit of magic in your clothes. 

In 2021 I mixed upcycled denims with a lot of hardware to create pieces I
can replicate in different sizes, all made with 90% or more of
easy-to-come-by used materials. Snaps and rivets tend to be new, but
belts and buckles are often salvaged from other garments. Find SpellcasterAggieV across social media. https://staci39.wixsite.com/spellcasteraggiev

The maxi coat with contrasting pleats and hoodie took more than a dozen
pairs of used jeans to make. It is shown over a skirt made from the
remaining scraps.

The reverse stenciled shirt with coveralls is shown in a plus size. It
took eight pairs of jeans with a similar amount of fading to piece
together, so they feel intentional.

The tin can breast plate and joggers is made from gallon sized tomato
cans. It is lined with fleece, trimmed with leather, and closes with
belts, all riveted in place. This androgynous style works for LARP,
Comic-Con and costume events.

In my runway video the pieces are styled on different models to show
their versatility and combined with other outfits from my 2021 pop-up

COVERALLS

98% recycled denim. Thread, buckles and buttons are new. Stamped vertical stripe with gathered ankle. Plentiful pockets on bib, hips and thighs. Under is a t-shirt stenciled to cover oil stains

MAXI DUSTER

95% recycled. Thread and interfacing are new. A reworked faux leather jacket combined with upcycled denim to make a maxi duster hoodie. Fully lined with contrasting denim. Over t-shirts stenciled to cover stains and patchwork denim skirt. Under is a skirt made with patchwork ruffle and a cropped men's shirt.

The tin can breast plate and joggers is made from gallon sized tomato
cans. It is lined with fleece, trimmed with leather, and closes with
belts, all riveted in place. This androgynous style works for LARP,
Comic-Con and costume events.