Origami butterflies have been used in Japanese wedding celebrations as early as 794 AD. Throughout Asian culture, the art of paper folding has developed and evolved into a universally known form of modern art. The Mika gown follows origami?s folding and sculpting techniques, which can be seen in the top and bodice of the gown made from Silk Satin Duchess and finishes with a modified mermaid skirt of Silk Satin Face Organza.