Mixing gothic lace dresses with chic velvet ... She continues, "My dresses are subversive and traditional, demure but erotic, formal but casual, ethereal and practical. As a terribly shy person ...

Liu's tulle dress featured a high ruffled neckline and sheer lace paneling along the bodice, channeling Gothic romanticism. The gown's full skirt, crafted from delicate layers of tulle ...