The media states (at least in the US) that she doesn't like to be called Kate? I agree that it is the "headless" perspective, that is off-putting. A mannequin would look dowdy and a facsimile of her head would distract from the dress unless a wax reproduction (which would not be good to put the dress on), or stylized (which wouldn't represent tradition).
For what displays I have done, I would have floated the veil off to one side and hanging back from the dress, showing the profile. Some would complain they don't see all of it, but it would clearly show more than half and be a stylish display, not a re-creation of the Princess. I note that the bodice is made poorly through the bosom. I thought someone fitted Catherine poorly, but note that the same lack of smoothness is on the mannequin, also. As far as lightening, they cannot turn it up, as it would age the dress, as per typical museum standard. I think that a smaller light could have been set where the head was but again, it would damage the dress. Best, Susan Reishus www.SusanReishusDesigns.com - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
