The Drip Dress

The Drip Dress: A Commissioned Artifact by Chris Marchese

Beyond fashion, beyond couture, this is wearable art from the studio of Chris Marchese. Each Drip Dress is a 1-of-1 commission, continuing his exploration of texture and form. The process begins with your commitment, transforming fabric into a living sculpture through layered black acrylic and meticulously placed rhinestones.

This is not a garment to be worn unnoticed. It is a statement designed to provoke conversation—a walking gallery piece that reflects the same artistic intention found in Marchese’s other works. The deliberate brushstrokes and glimmering surface are his signature, making the wearer both a patron of his art and a part of its ongoing story.

Wear the art. Continue the conversation.

Details

· A commissioned 1-of-1 wearable art piece by Chris Marchese
· Hand-painted with layered black acrylic, creating sculpted drip textures
· Finished with individually placed rhinestone accents
· Premium stretch fabric, form-fitting silhouette
· Signed and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity
· Commission process requires approximately three-four weeks for creation
· Final artwork is unique; natural variations in the composition are inherent

Material & Care

· Content: 94% nylon, 6% elastane
· Care: Dry clean only