A front button-up dress inspired by French choreware, the 1950s silhouette and perhaps a hint of Little House on the Prairie. Made in a lighter weight cotton denim and fully lined in natural Irish linen. The fitted bodice has princess seams and the full length sleeves have elbow darts following the natural arm position. Fullness in the skirt is created with double inverted box pleats - two at the front and three at the back - which sits neatly at the hips creating a feminine shape without adding any extra inches. Discreet side front pockets are deep enough to place lip balm, hankie, phone or your hands. Constructed with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hem and lining. The dark brown buttons are made of corozo, the nut of the Tagua palm tree. A linen lining is healthy and feels fresh and comfortable on the skin whilst providing structure to the dress.
* Lighter weight inky blue denim fabric from a supplier of deadstock fabric (surplus fabric from the garment production of a well known Italian designer).
* Lined in Irish linen woven by Baird McNutt in County Antrim
* Made in West Cork, Ireland
* Handwash or machine wash at 30º, air dry, medium iron
* Front length from shoulder; size 8 cm, size 10 cm, size 12 cm, size 14 cm.
* Alternative sizes and lengths made to order (inquire)
* Other colour options are made to order in light or medium weight Irish linen (inquire)
The Greta Blouse has a feminine fit and features a square Peter Pan collar with a 60s vibe, fastening with smokey mother of pearl buttons. The sleeves are 3/4 length and gather with fullness at a narrow cuff. Made of pure cotton poplin with China blue dots on a pinky beige background. French seams throughout, with hand sewn finishing and the hem is also sewn by hand. Due to the small meterage of fabric available, the Greta blouse is limited to just a few blouses in this dotty poplin, however it’s available to order in a variety of gorgeous colours in Irish linen - ask me!
100% cotton poplin
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder to hem: 61cm (24")
Hand or machine washable at 30º
Designed and made by me in West Cork, Ireland
Inspired by the film 'The English Patient' and childhood memories of the Flambards novels, the Tara skirt is part side saddle riding, part adventure in the desert. It's a longer length skirt with smooth, clean lines at the front, because all the detail is at the slightly longer back - box pleats allow for ease of movement and also create beautiful flowing lines in your wake.
Colour; Indigo
100% Irish Linen Twill
Average length at front from natural waist: 86cm (32")
Unlined
Hand or machine washable at 30℃
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
Inspired by traditional style sailor shirts worn by seamen in the Navy. This Kinsale Shirt has full length sleeves and is made of navy Irish linen twill, woven by a mill in County Antrim. A loose fit which can also be layered as an overshirt. Corozo buttons (derived from the nut of the Tagua Palm) fasten at the front. Finished with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hems, cuffs and buttons. A linen twill that feels crisp and comfortable, will endure beautifully and soften with wear and laundering and in time become soft and velvety.
* Irish linen and corozo buttons
* Made in West Cork, Ireland
* Handwash or machine wash at 30º, air dry, medium iron
* Average front length from shoulder 62cm
* Other sizes made to order (inquire)
A side button-up dress inspired by a 1950s silhouette as it evolved into the 1960s with the comfort and wearability of our times. Made in printed cotton poplin and fully lined in ivory Irish linen. The fitted bodice has princess seams and the below elbow sleeve has a front slit. Fullness in the skirt is created with double inverted box pleats - three at the front and back - which sits neatly at the hips creating a feminine shape without adding any extra inches. Discreet side front pockets are deep enough to place lip balm, hankie, phone or your hands. Constructed with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hem and lining. The smokey grey buttons are made of mother-of-pearl. A linen lining is healthy and feels fresh and comfortable on the skin whilst providing structure to the dress.
Available in this fabric only in size 14. The Josephine Dress may be ordered in other fabrics and sizes - inquire.
* 100% printed cotton poplin, dark navy on latte cream
* Lined in ivory Irish linen woven by Baird McNutt in County Antrim
* Made in West Cork, Ireland
* Handwash or machine wash at 30º, air dry, medium iron
An elevated Tee shirt type blouse, which is semi-fitted and has a bateau neckline. Made of 100% cotton with mother-of-pearl buttons fastening up at the back. Cute short sleeves mean it’s perfect for layering on those not so warm days. The subtle white on white jacquard stripe provides a nautical chic. All seams are French seams and finished on the inside with hand sewn hemming and finishing throughout.
Limited availability. The Susan Blouse may be ordered in other fabrics and sizes. Inquire.
100% cotton
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder to hem: 57cm (22.5")
Hand or machine washable at 30℃
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
Inspired by what Vanessa Bell may have worn at her Charleston home, the Janet top is all about adorning oneself in a glorious print of posies of roses on a back colour of inky midnight blue. Smokey grey mother-of-pearl buttons fasten at the back of the semi-fitted blouse. The fabric is a beautiful fine quality cotton made within the EU. Loose, three quarter length sleeves are hand sewn at the cuff edge and hem and French seams give a tidy finish on the inside.
100% European cotton
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder to hem: 57cm (22.5")
Hand or machine washable at 30°C
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
Inspired by the late 1950s, the Roísín dress features a double dart in the bodice and a full skirt pleated neatly at the waist. Made of medium weight Irish linen in a jewel-like berry shade and fully lined in the same lighter weight linen cloth. Fastens at the side with engraved mother of pearl buttons and there are two patch pockets to the front for the things you want close to hand. Threee quarter sleeves have double darts at the elbow to follow the natural tilt of the arm. Hand sewn finishing throughout meaning the inside of the garment is as tidy as the outside. Made to measure fit also available - contact me.
Average length from top of shoulder; 118cm (46 1/2")
Fully lined in 100% Irish linen
Hand or machine washable at 30℃
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
The Philomena Blouse has a feminine fit and features a Peter Pan collar, fastening with creamy mother of pearl buttons. The sleeves are 3/4 length and gather with fullness at a deep cuff. Made of fine Irish linen in peach pink, from Baird McNutt. French seams throughout, with hand sewn finishing and the hem is also sewn by hand. Due to the small meterage of fabric available, just sizes 8 and 12 are available in this peachy pink linen, however it’s available to order in a variety of gorgeous colours in Irish linen - ask me!
100% Irish Linen
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder to hem: 62cm (24.5")
Hand or machine washable at 30º
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
Inspired by the late 1950s, the Suzi dress has a fitted bodice featuring double darts and a full skirt pleated neatly at the waist. Made in a medium weight black Irish linen from Baird McNutt in County Antrim and lined with a lighter weight linen from the same mill. The two layers of linen provide structure and give the dress warmth on colder days and coolness on warmer ones, making it wearable through all seasons, with the addition of a wooly for colder days. Capped sleeves and two patch pockets give a sporty feel. The dress fastens at the side with engraved mother of pearl buttons. Hand sewn ensures an elevated finish making the inside nice and tidy. Size up for a looser, relaxed fit.
Average length from shoulder to hem; 125cm (49")
100% Irish linen
Also available to order in black, navy, indigo, berry and teal.
Hand or machine washable at 30°C
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
An evolved version of the original Sarah shirt, where I’ve refined the neckline and collar. Made in classic white 100% Irish linen and shaped for a feminine fit with painted mother of pearl buttons fastening up the front. The Sarah shirt may be tucked in or worn loose. All hems are stitched by hand, just the way they used to be.
100% Irish Linen
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder 59cm (23")
Hand or machine washable at 30º
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
A popover dress with a boxy fit for the days when you don’t want to think too hard about what to wear, but comfort is paramount and you’ll still feel well dressed. The Juliana Dress has full three quarter length sleeves and is made of mid weight gingham Irish linen, woven by a mill in Wexford and lined with a linen woven in County Antrim. The generous front pockets are nice and deep to hold keys, hankies, phones and all the essentials. A loose fit which may also be cinched at the waist for another silhouette. Constructed with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hems, cuffs and lining. A linen that feels fresh and comfortable, will endure beautifully and soften even more with wear and laundering.
* Irish linen woven by Emblem Weavers in Wexford
* Lined in Irish linen woven by Baird McNutt in County Antrim
* Made in West Cork, Ireland
* Handwash or machine wash at 30º, air dry, medium iron
* Average front length from shoulder 112cm
* Other sizes made to order (inquire)
* Alternatively available in black & natural (inquire)
A simple and classic skirt with a slight A line shape that will serve you well. Made of pure Irish linen and lined in a finer weight of Irish linen to provide structure. A side zip means clean lines at the front and back and the skirt rests at the natural waistline. A hand pleated trimming at the hem is also made of Irish linen and creates a discreet embellishment.
100% Irish Linen
Average length; 59cm (23")
Hand or machine washable
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
This season’s Octavia Shirt has full length sleeves and is made of black and ecru Irish linen gingham, woven to order by a mill in Wexford. There is something about a square neckline that flatters the shoulders and frames the face elegantly. The fit is semi-fitted to be worn tucked in or over another garment. Buttons, fastening at the back, are corozo (derived from the nut of the Tagua Palm). Finished with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. The laundered finish has a rustic texture that will feel comfortable and wear beautifully.
* Irish linen and corozo buttons
* Made in West Cork, Ireland
* Handwash or machine wash at 30º, air dry, medium iron
* Average length from shoulder 62cm
* Other sizes made to order (inquire)
The black Masha skirt is inspired by Russian folk clothing and is 100% cotton lawn. The scalloped French lace hem is also 100% cotton in black with contrasting ivory embroidery. Generous box pleats are fixed to the waistband and there are two concealed side pockets. The skirt is fastened at the side with a vintage mother-of-pearl button* and is fully lined in 100% black lawn cotton.
- Average length; 58cm (23") from natural waist to hem.
- Hand or Machine Washable
- Designed and Made in West Cork, Ireland.
*Vintage buttons from a collection of my Grandmothers and thought to date from 1920s.
Shell top in dark navy Irish linen with a boat shaped neckline and mother of pearl buttons fastening at the back. A medium weight Irish linen which is ideal for layering in colder months, as well as being perfect for warmer weather. The neckline and armholes are bound in the same cloth bias binding. Constructed with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hems and bindings
100% Irish linen
Hand sewn hems and finishing
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder 59cm (23")
Hand or machine washable at 30℃
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
A simple and classic skirt with a slight A line shape that will serve you well. Made of pure Irish linen and lined in a finer weight of Irish linen to provide structure. A side zip means clean lines at the front and back and the skirt rests at the natural waistline. A hand pleated trimming at the hem is also made of Irish linen and creates a discreet embellishment.
100% Irish Linen
Average length; 59cm (23")
Hand or machine washable
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
Shell top in white broderie anglaise with boat shaped neckline and mother of pearl buttons fastening at the back. The neckline and armholes are bound with 100% organic lawn cotton bias binding. Constructed with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hems and bindings
100% embroidered cotton
Hand sewn hems and finishing
Mother of Pearl buttons
Average length from shoulder 59cm (23")
Hand or machine washable at 30º
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
A longer length dress made in indigo Irish linen, fitted in the bodice and with simple lines to the front and pleats in the skirt back, creating fullness and sway as you move though your days. Made of 100% Irish linen and also lined in a finer weight Irish linen for structure. Carved Mother of Pearl buttons are hand sewn and fasten at the side (meaning there’s no nylon zip) with a secret pocket on the other side for what ever you want to put in it. The cuffs and hem are embellised with a hand measured, pleated trim also in Irish linen and there is much hand sewn finishing involved in the making of the Constance Dress.
May also be made to order for a petite fit.
100% Irish linen, 100% Irish linen lining
Average length from shoulder; 127cm (50”)
Hand or machine washable
Designed and made in West Cork, Ireland
A side button-up dress inspired by a 1950s silhouette as it evolved into the 1960s with the comfort and wearability of our times. Made in printed cotton poplin and fully lined in ivory Irish linen. The fitted bodice has princess seams and the below elbow sleeve has a front slit. Fullness in the skirt is created with double inverted box pleats - three at the front and back - which sits neatly at the hips creating a feminine shape without adding any extra inches. Discreet side front pockets are deep enough to place lip balm, hankie, phone or your hands. Constructed with French seams and sewn entirely with 100% cotton thread to ensure every material may return to the Earth. Hand sewn finishing, including the hem and lining. The creamy white buttons are made of mother-of-pearl. A linen lining is healthy and feels fresh and comfortable on the skin whilst providing structure to the dress.
* 100% printed cotton poplin
* Lined in ivory Irish linen woven by Baird McNutt in County Antrim
* Made in West Cork, Ireland
* Handwash or machine wash at 30º, air dry, medium iron
* Front length from shoulder; size 8 cm, size 10 cm, size 12 cm, size 14 cm.
* Alternative sizes and lengths made to order (inquire)
* Limited amount of poplin available for sizes made to order.