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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...
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...
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...
Here are some Ukrainian hand embroidered purses I’ve made over the years for family and friends. Shop your very own one-of-a-kind purse on the Anagrassia website here: Ukrainian embroidered leather handbag Handbag Details: 9.5″ x 6″ Ukrainian Hand Embroidery (Choose your colors) Real Italian or Argentinian Cognac Calf (Very High Quality) Leather Strap & Back Fully Lined Inside Pocket Shop your very own one-of-a-kind purse on the Anagrassia website here: Ukrainian embroidered leather handbag...
Here is a project from earlier this year. It’s another wool jacket like my previous jackets. The jacket is 100% navy wool with English rayon lining and real genuine (Made in Chicago) leather cuffs. I love this jacket and plan to make many more! The lapels and waist pleats make the jacket very flattering and chic. I think the current buttons will eventually be replaced with new buttons that have more...
Making matching jackets with my nieces has become an annual tradition. This year Gigi requested a dinosaur jacket. This was a tall order especially since bomber jackets with dinosaur appliqués was not an option. Therefore I had to be a bit more creative with the limited materials and time I had available. I decided upon burnt orange/brown tweed wool with sequins, which remained from a previous purchase in NYC. I...