After designing a simple, repeat pattern, I decided that it would be better to have a more spontaneous pattern which included various size spots overlapping each other, as this best represented the kaleidoscope inspired research.
Regarding colour, we narrowed it down to the contrasting colours of blue and orange. The top I designed was going to be heavily orange whilst the woven skirt seas heavily blue with subtle hints or orange.
The fabric I used was a polyester silk-impression that was printed onto, with polyester chiffon sleeves and a polyester satin. Ideally, I would have liked to use actual silks and satins rather than polyester based ones, but due to costing, I had to use polyester.
The top fastens at the back of the neck with hook and eyes and the back of the peplum fastens with a zip.