Golden Russet Gown

Date: May 15, 1995

Crafter's rank: Craftsecond

Asfala's slim figure is gowned in pale russet linen so fine and delicate that it ripples as freely as any sisal blend. Woven too along the weft of the fabric are gossamer-thin threads of metallic gold, doubtlessly spun using some carefully guarded Craft secret. Their effect upon the material is to make it shimmer richly in even the slightest play of light. Along the wide, slightly dropping neckline and rustling hem are subtly embroidered patterns of muted gold. Strip sleeves, flowing down to reveal glimpses of bare arms, are gathered at her wrists by cuffs bearing the same embroidery. The bodice gently outlines her youthful figure down to the dropwaist, whereupon the skirt falls in thick flowing strips over a rustling underskirt of darker russet brown.