Prologue Pt. 2 |
This collection features our first designs released where all the ideas and sourcing originated first in-house and designed from sketch to tech by our founder who is a self-taught designer. This collection introduces our first foray into recreating antique prints on our own fabrics. All of these prints were inspired by 18th century textiles from Europe. These pieces were crafted in a Smeta & Intertek Audited facility outside of Jaipur, India.
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Inspired by the silhouette of an early 1940s evening dress, the Florenzia features a sweeping bias cut hemline, v-neckline with light gathers at center bust, and diamond waist. Crafted from our custom 18th Century Swiss reproduction print, this elbow length...
Blending the details from a 1940s peignoir and a 1970s day dress, the Appalonia is a midi length dress that features a v-neckline bedecked with a cascading ruffle, diamond waist, and multi gored skirt. Rendered in our custom 18th century...
Details: Inspired by the feminine silhouettes of the 1930s, the Sandrine is a maxi length sleeveless dress with deep v-neckline and bias cut skirt crafted from our custom 18th century Indian Chints reproduction floral print. Near the shoulders are 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.
