Experience

Dark Garden Unique Corsetry

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Creative Director

  • Dec 2008 - Present

  Originally starting as an intern, I was immediately thereafter hired on an as-needed basis, stitching mockups, grommeting and lacing corsets, working events, and assisting in the bridal couture department with garment construction.In spring of 2012, I began managing in-house events for our popular Corset Boudoir photography program.That winter, I also began working as a patternmaker for custom corsets and personalized made-to-order corsets.I often assist with social media and marketing materials, designing print products and t-shirts or acting as liaison to our graphic designer for larger projects.



Pop Antique

• United States
• Retail

• Freelance designer/illustrator

  • Mar 2007 - Present

  Launched in 2007, Pop Antique is an eclectic, feminine daywear line with a focus on sustainable design and innovative corsets. The name represents Marianne's work by bringing together a playful, modern element with references to bygone eras for a result that is neither dated nor derivative. Taking cues from specialty fashion scenes, she interprets them in a way that is accessible for mainstream and subculture fashionistas alike. Pop Antique's characteristic sophisticated whimsy is the product of Marianne's design philosophy that fashion exists primarily as a form of self-expression. For all that the line is known for its quirky corsetry, there is also a practical element to the designs. Pop Antique strives to provide the most comfortable corsets available as ready to wear.Pop Antique's corset line is Underpinned™ by industry powerhouse Dark Garden Unique Corsetry, with a fresh look and fit backed by their years of experience and high-quality materials. The new line also features a strong emphasis on organic and eco-fibers, with all corsets made of an organic cotton base, and eco-conscious fashion fabrics available as well. Pop Antique is based out of San Francisco, CA, and 5% of the selling price of each corset goes to local animal shelters.



The Lingerie Addict

• Columnist

  • Jun 2011 - May 2020

  Marianne writes a monthly column for this leading lingerie blog. Several of her pieces made the "Best of the Lingerie Addict" lists for 2011 and 2012. Her pieces are frequently how-to pieces, and/or discussions on corseting, modeling, art, and the fashion industry. Marianne writes a monthly column for this leading lingerie blog. Several of her pieces made the "Best of the Lingerie Addict" lists for 2011 and 2012. Her pieces are frequently how-to pieces, and/or discussions on corseting, modeling, art, and the fashion industry.



Dollhouse Bettie

• Patternmaker & Sample Sewer

  • Apr 2012 - Jan 2013