Are those real feathers?

I've been looking at a LOT of textile manipulation recently, and I was quite inspired by this dress:It is designed by Hakan and worn by Rose Byrne. The decoration is made from material cut by lasers to create 'feathers'. I love the fact that the first time you look at it, it looks like feathers and the complex detail is amazing.

I will aspire to create such beautiful garments!

x :) x