Madama Butterfly, Santa Fe Opera, 2026
Costume Designer: Brigitte Reiffenstuel
Draper: Katie Peplinski Coffin
Photography: Bronwen Sharp
-Constructed obi using needle point, microsuede binding, horsehair, icewool, and fashion fabric
-Hand stitched layers on a curve to maintain uniform smoothness while worn
-Constructed and altered kimono and lining using machine and hand stitching techniques
