Writing Portfolio

Here are some examples of my writing. If you need a reliable freelancer to create or edit your press releases, web copy, catalog descriptions, or articles, please get in touch!

Couture Collection

Bram Stoker's Dracula Ensemble

Who says vampire tales are only for Hallowe'en? The designer brings a touch of the macabre to spring with this fabulous jacquard bustled ballgown, inspired by Mina Harker's spectacular crimson dinner ensemble from 1992's Bram Stoker's Dracula.

The designer combines sleeveless 1880s ballgown styling with the rich, floral texture of the fabric to create elegance without overcomplication. The historically-correct asymmetrical overskirt and intricately-draped bustle and train capture the essence of the original film gown without overpowering the crisp simplicity of the separate bodice.

Deco-inspired Wedding Gown

The designer conceived this feminine and sophisticated bridal gown with the elegant shapes of art deco design in mind. The fitted waist and sweetheart neckline recall the glamour of the early 1940s, while the creamy-white silk satin conjurs snowy visions of the perfect winter wedding day.

18th Century-inspired Robe a l'Anglaise

Inspired by fashionable, controversial 18th century figures such as Queen Marie-Antoinette of France and Georgiana, the Duchess of Devonshire, the designer presents a glamorous silk bengaline robe a l'Anglaise fit for royalty.

The coral-pink gown features hand-beaded embellishments on the skirt and fitted bodice. Worn with a detachable, bustled overskirt, the ensemble creates the impression of an 18th century polonaise worn over a petticoat.

 

Boutique Profiles

Dark Garden Corsetry

Amazing customer service and eye-popping custom corsetry have made Dark Garden more than just a Bay Area favorite. Celebrities (such as retro striptease artist Dita Von Teese and singer Christina Aguilera), period costume enthusiasts, brides, fetishists, and couture fashion fans from all over know they can depend on owner Autumn Adamme and her talented team for great fit and superb design. Visitors to the Dark Garden storefront will be met with friendly service in an elegant, completely nonjudgmental atmosphere. Whether you're a corset novice or a longtime tightlacer, staff members are happy to share their expertise with you. If the dazzling array of custom corsets, corset dresses, and bridal ensembles aren't quite within your budget, consider one of the store's gorgeous ready-to-wear designs, available in a range of sumptuous brocades. In addition to corsetry for both men and women, the store features a revolving selection of vintage-style jewelry, accessories, and period-look clothing from designers like Adjowah Brodie and labels including Forever Young and ReVamp Vintage, Dark Garden's Los Angeles-based sister endeavor.

Alla Prima Lingerie

San Francisco's two Alla Prima lingerie boutiques offer classic European frills and frou-frou from brands like La Perla, Sarda, and Cosabella, showcased in elegant, chandelier-spangled surroundings. If the promise of luscious satins, nets, and lace in luxurious surroundings isnít compelling enough, consider the health and sartorial value of an expert Alla Prima bra fitting! Recent studies show that most American women unknowingly wear the wrong bra size, which contributes to back trouble, shoulder pain, and ill-fitting clothes. The accommodating staff will help you find a flattering bra in your actual size, up to 42F. In addition to bras, both shops carry a pretty selection of panties, sleepwear, jewelry, French skin care products, and floral-scented, hand-milled soaps. The new Hayes Valley location also carries bra-fit swimwear, a tremendous boon given that summer is just around the corner!

BeneFit Cosmetics Catalog Rewrites

You Rebel

Be sensible about your skin without settling for another ordinary moisturizer. Our tinted SPF 15 formula defies convention with a unique blend of antioxidants, aloe vera, and allantoin for healthy, protected skin that looks and feels wonderful.

Dr. Feelgood

Dr. Feelgood has the perfect prescription for your complexion woes! Our lightweight and colorless mattifying balm is your vitamin-enriched antidote to complicated skin, absorbing excess oil as it reduces the appearance of fine lines and large pores. Trust the good doctor for silky-smooth, healthy skin that feels great!

Dandelion

Perk up with this pretty pink powder! Soft, natural-looking, and gloriously alliterative, Dandelion adds instant, youthful radiance to any complexion.

E-newsletter

Greetings, passengers!

Summer is shaping up to be an exciting time at our site! From now until August, we're adding tons of new features, expanding content, and making technical enhancements to improve your listening experience.

A new, reliable server!

Broadcast speed and reliability are our foremost concerns. For the past few months, our old server has been showing its age. We've cleaned it up to make sure it's responding as quickly and efficiently as possible. More, we've made concrete plans to upgrade to a new system that will better serve our growing listener base. Watch for speedier server responses in the coming weeks!

Free Frequent Flyer Miles!

The staff wants to honor its loyal listeners and welcome back old friends with a one-time gift of 100 Flyer Miles to all registered members! Site supporters will receive an addition 50 Flyer Miles to thank them for their help in keeping the site online and financially solvent over the past year and a half.

We understand that dedicated listeners and friends like you comprise the core of our community. We cherish your presence and input and hope you will enjoy your points as well as our upcoming server, site, and programming enhancements.

All-new shows!

For the first time in over a year, we're offering new programs! In August, you'll be listening to three new shows with fresh hosts and all-new themes! First on the rollout docket are:

  • E's EPCOT Experience - A journey through the EPCOT Center of Yesterday and the Epcot of today. Relive your favorite Future World and World Showcase memories!
  • Your Way - The show where our supporters get to play DJ! Twice a week, enjoy 60 minute shows compiled - and, if they so choose, hosted - by a supporting member. Stay tuned for more details!

New tracks!

We've obtained over 1000 new tracks from some of your most requested and beloved attractions. You read that correctly - over 1000 tracks! That's a veritable avalanche of new audio! Watch for these gems as they fly into rotation over the coming weeks.

But wait! There's more!

In addition to our old favorites, we've got a ton of new features to offer you:

  • A mascot tour and group bonding experience featuring our new mascot, Figment! (Ee-maaaaaaaaaaaaaa-gin-aaaaaaa-shun!)
  • A brand-new layout and personalized site schemes.
  • Improved site functionality.
  • More shows to enjoy!
  • More fun contests!
  • A fresh reward program for loyal listeners.
  • Special goodies for our contributors and supporters.
  • Continued weekly chats, forum discussions, games, and more!

We're excited about the changes, and we hope you're excited too! As always, we encourage you to come chat on our community boards and enjoy the numerous games, discussions, and contests we'll be sponsoring throughout the rest of this year. Have a wonderful summer, and don't forget to spread the word about the site to your friends and fellow Disney fans.