Chapter Three |
Chapter Three features deadstock cotton double gauze, our first handloomed cotton piece, diaphonous cotton voile, and a new 19th century reproduction print, 'Midnight Sun', inspired by an antique quilt block rendered on 60x60 cotton. All of these garments were ethically made in northeast India using responsibly sourced materials.
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The Luzon Dress is a loose-fitting relaxed fit a-line midi dress made from an off-white soft striped cotton gauze. This dress features a squared neckline with functional mother-of-pearl shell buttons down lace bodice, above the elbow length puff sleeves, and...
The Thalia Nightgown is rendered in a diaphanous cotton voile in a warm white with a neckline bedecked with a soft lace trimmed ruffle. Rows of delicate pintuck pleats adorn the front from the shoulders and release about waist length....
Inspired by antique Edwardian tops and chemises, the Nesaea Top is loose flowing top made in a diaphanous lightweight cotton in a warm white and features soft ruffles along a round neckline. Rows of delicate pintuck pleats adorn the front...
The Loumarin Slip pays homage to a white cotton vintage slip from the 1940s with a couple modern updates like making the delicate straps adjustable and adding side snaps on the bodice for easier wear for modern day. The Loumarin...
Inspired by an Edwardian era antique chemise, the Nanette is made in handloomed cotton that will soften with wear and wash and feel like an authentic antique piece. Featuring a squared neckline and lace cap sleeves, this chemise dress slips...
The Calais Dress is a midi length dress that features a scoop neckline with light gathers, raglan puffed cap sleeves, functional mother of pearl buttons down the front, and hidden side pockets. Includes self-sash. Neckline, sleeves, and waist are elasticated....
The Persephone Dress is a princess length midi dress and features a low u-shaped neckline, above the elbow length balloon sleeves with light gathers at shoulder seams for a fuller look and finished with delicate banded hem. The fitted bodice...
The Blythe Dress is rendered in a soft textured cotton gauze in a soft warm vanilla cream and features a fully elasticated smocked bodice with a neckline that can alternate between a squared neckline (not pictured) or a sweetheart neckline...
Feminine and romantic, the Etienne Blouse was inspired by an early 1920s blouse and features a sweet bertha front collar and sailor collar in the back, pleat detail from shoulders, long sleeves with set cuffs, and rows of very delicate...
About Atèlette
At Atèlette, our goal is to offer ethically and sustainably made clothing at accessible prices. We believe sustainability shouldn't be a luxury, and that you can enjoy beautifully crafted garments that feel good to wear and purchase without overspending.
Our close partnership with our manufacturer allows us to balance sustainability and affordability in every piece we create. We design many of our own prints, use deadstock fabrics and trims whenever possible, and streamline product development to reduce both our carbon footprint and costs. We also keep overhead low by avoiding extravagant offices, expensive photoshoots, and high-cost marketing, allowing us to focus on what really matters: providing you with thoughtfully made clothing you can feel great about that won't break your bank.
