The Art of Bespoke Tailoring Bespoke Tailors serve men and women who believe the difference between style and fashion is quality, where each suit is: -Fully hand-cut -An original pattern -Conformed to a customer’s unique measurements -Crafted from the world’s finest fabrics -Detailed and hand-stitched by a master tailor Compare this to ready-to-wear and off-the-rack suits. You may have something to wear, but does it elevate your game? The Best of Both...
Hand Embroidered Leather Crop Jacket
Published August 2019 My Ukrainian heritage is a constant source of inspiration. Sometimes it might just be the work ethic. I have been known to work with clients on projects I think are important even when they ultimately cost me money. But other times the inspiration is bit more obvious. Today, I am sharing photos of my new Ukrainian inspired jacket. This jacket is made with Argentinean cognac calf leather and...
Champagne Wool Coat
Published 09/05/2018 I was in NYC last spring training with a bespoke tailor. It was an incredible experience. I especially enjoyed visiting some of the old churches during my free time. I am going to share some of these experiences with you through some new projects. Today I begin with: Champagne Wool & White Leather Color Block Women’s Coat. This coat is influenced by one of my favorites, St. Peter Roman...
Life of a Dressmaker and Entrepreneur in 2018
Published January 2019 The flowers of tomorrow are in the seeds of today -Proverb I will never forget 2018. It was a hard year. I grew in so many ways. Not that my dress size increased- but thanks to so many of you it didn’t shrink either. You quite literally fed me through the year with help, advice, encouragement and business. I will forever be grateful. Although I can’t pay you back...
Ukrainian Embroidered Blouse Plaid Dress
Piccolas Collection Shop Childrenswear Fall Clothing We saved the best garment for last. The final piece of the 2018 Piccoalas fall collection is the hand embroidered blouse/vyshyvanka. It is a white linen bohemian style blouse with black and navy authentic Ukrainian embroidery. The blouse can be purchased on the website here: Ukrainian embroidered blouse Customers can customize the colors and embroidery design. Please email Mary Grace if you are interested in...
Sustainable Fashion Plaid Jackets, Solid Wool Cape, and Wool Leather Coats for Midwest Family
What will the world look like in 20 or 30 years? Will people continue to wear disposable clothing? (The average life span of a garment is 3 years.) Will fast fashion companies exist? Will the fashion industry continue to be the #2 polluter in the world? These are the questions being asked in the fashion industry right now. Not only are fashion companies wasting millions of pounds of unsold garments...