Published 07/06/2014 Can you remember a childhood fashion mistake? Not that it was a real mistake, because you did mean to wear it. But rather something so badly put together you wish your mother would have stopped you before you got out the door. I can certainly remember mine — and my sister Tess’. My sister really liked to wear vests. There was a period of time when she would always...
Peony Floral Cotton and Linen Crop Top Dress for Girls
This crop top style dress is a new design in the Anagrassia Melan’Ka Collection. It is made with 100% floral cotton, 100% linen, and rayon (bodice) lining. The dress is available in sizes 12mos-Girls 8. Shop the dress here See video of dresses on Instagram here Floral Cotton Linen Crop Top Dress Girls...
THE DARIA DRESS: Bohemian Ukrainian Flower Girl Babcha Inspired
Shop Dresses HERE I’m really excited to release the first ANAGRASSIA manufactured product: THE DARIA DRESS! The dresses were made in Chicago, IL and South Bend, IN. Thank you to everyone who worked with me on this project! You all were all incredible and so patient! The DARIA dress is a modern take on a dress my Babcha created and designed over 50 years ago for my mom (who happens to be...
Gifts: Floral Silk Scarf and Block M Genuine Leather Purses
One of my favorite scarves is acrylic. However if I wear it for too long, it makes me sweat and agitates my skin. So when I was out shopping for gifts (in particular scarfs), I searched for ones made of natural fabrics, but they were difficult to find. It’s a shame because there were some scarfs with beautiful design! So instead, I bought some silk and made the scarfs myself! I...
The Housecoat for the New Modern Housewife By Marusya
Did I mention that during the wedding prep & August sewing madness- I was sewing a housecoat for my sister?! When Kate and I went fabric shopping for her bridal gown, we found this fabric in the clearance section!We both fell in love with it! The floral striped fabric design looked SOOO much like our pillow cases growing up! Weeks prior to her wedding, Kate had a bridal shower. So instead...
Maid of Honor Dress and More Wedding Photos (Part 2 of 3)
I quickly finished my “Maid of Honor” dress before the wedding. I didn’t have the time or energy to think hard about what kind of top I should design. Instead, I free handed a simple bodice pattern for the top portion of the dress. I plan to use the embroidery piece for a more traditional Ukrainian blouse, so I wasn’t too concerned about fit or quality. The skirt hemline was...