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The Edwardian wrap cape reimagined. Gender non-specific. Made from a lux medium/light weight black wool blend and fully lined in contrasting warm, brushed medium weight steel grey suit fabric. Materials traditionally used in suit-making keep the wearer warm in cool weather, comfortable when transitioning indoors, and dry in a humid climate. The firm collar is short and can meet to close in the front. The cape has been widened for optimal movement and drape and the high-low design exaggerated for more drama. The shoulder is reinforced to maintain structure and form. The criss-cross design is secured behind with ties and overall this garment is adjustable to fit most in a Medium to X-Large. Actual measurements of this design: Nape of neck to bottom hem back- 36 1/4" Collar- 2" tall by 21 3/4" Shoulder to shoulder- 17" Ties- 18" Bottom hem swing- 150" ***NOTICE*** Rush and customizable orders are possible! Do message me to discuss your requirements BEFORE you place your order. Orders ready to ship in two- four weeks ***There are no returns or exchanges***
Taking inspiration from the unruly aspects of the natural world, Art Nouveau or Jugendstil is an international philosophy and style of art, architecture and applied art—especially the decorative arts—that was most popular during 1890–1910. It influenced art and architecture especially in the applied arts, graphic work, and illustration. Architect Victor Horta's Tassel House stairway in Brussels Art Nouveau is considered a "total" art style, embracing architecture, graphic art, interior design, and most of the decorative arts including jewellery, furniture, textiles, household silver and other utensils and lighting, as well as the fine arts. According to the philosophy of the style, art should be a way of life. For many well-off Europeans, it was possible to live in an art nouveau-inspired house with art nouveau furniture, silverware, fabrics, ceramics including tableware, jewellery, cigarette cases, etc. Rene Lalique Sinuous lines and "whiplash" curves were derived, in part, from botanical studies and illustrations of deep-sea organisms such as those by German biologist Ernst Heinrich Haeckel. The unfolding of Art Nouveau's flowing line may be understood as a metaphor for the freedom and release sought by its practitioners and admirers from the weight of artistic tradition and critical expectations. Although Art Nouveau was replaced by 20th-century Modernist styles, it is now considered as an important transition between the eclectic historic revival styles of the 19th-century and Modernism. As an art style, Art Nouveau has affinities with the Pre-Raphaelites and the Symbolist styles, and artists like Aubrey Beardsley, Alphonse Mucha, Edward Burne-Jones, Gustav Klimt and Jan Toorop could be classed in more than one of these styles. Unlike Symbolist painting, however, Art Nouveau has a distinctive appearance; and, unlike the artisan-oriented Arts and Crafts Movement, Art Nouveau artists readily used new materials, machined surfaces, and abstraction in the service of pure design. Alfonse Mucha Art Nouveau did not negate machines, as the Arts and Crafts Movement did. For sculpture, the principal materials employed were glass and wrought iron, resulting in sculptural qualities even in architecture Louis Comfort Tiffany Art Nouveau architecture made use of many technological innovations of the late 19th century, especially the use of exposed iron and large, irregularly shaped pieces of glass for architecture. By the start of World War I, however, the stylised nature of Art Nouveau design—which was expensive to produce—began to be disused in favour of more streamlined, rectilinear modernism, which was cheaper and thought to be more faithful to the plainer industrial aesthetic that became Art Deco. Additionally, the new style was an outgrowth of two nineteenth-century English developments for which design reform (a reaction to prevailing art education, industrialized mass production, and the debasement of historic styles) was a leitmotif—the Arts and Crafts movement and the Aesthetic movement. The former emphasized a return to hand craftsmanship and traditional techniques. The latter promoted a similar credo of "art for art's sake" that provided the foundation for non-narrative paintings, for instance, Whistler's Nocturnes. It further drew upon elements of Japanese art ("japonisme"), which flooded Western markets, mainly in the form of prints, after trading rights were established with Japan in the 1860s. Rene Lalique Deeply influenced by the socially aware teachings of William Morris and the Arts and Crafts movement, Art Nouveau designers endeavored to achieve the synthesis of art and craft, and further, the creation of the spiritually uplifting Gesamtkunstwerk ("total work of art") encompassing a variety of media. The successful unification of the fine and applied arts was achieved in many such complete designed environments. Art Nouveau style was particularly associated with France, where it was called variously Style Jules Verne, Le Style Métro (after Hector Guimard's iron and glass subway entrances), Art belle époque, and Art fin de siècle . As in France, the "new art" was called by different names in the various style centers where it developed throughout Europe. In Belgium, it was called Style nouille or Style coup de fouet. In Germany, it was Jugendstil or "young style," after the popular journal Die Jugend. In Germany In Italy, it was named Arte nuova, Stile floreale, or La Stile Liberty after the London firm of Liberty & Co., which supplied Oriental ceramics and textiles to aesthetically aware Londoners in the 1870s. Other style centers included Austria and Hungary, where Art Nouveau was called the Sezessionstil. In Russia, Saint Petersburg and Moscow were the two centers of production for Stil' modern. "Tiffany Style" in the United States was named for the legendary Favrile glass designs of Louis Comfort Tiffany. Tiffany Although international in scope, Art Nouveau was a short-lived movement whose brief incandescence was a precursor of modernism, which emphasized function over form and the elimination of superfluous ornament. Although a reaction to historic revivalism, it brought Victorian excesses to a dramatic fin-de-siècle crescendo. -metmuseum.org & wiki
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Product Details An old favourite in new colours. The Agna Sweater is a classic, best selling ELK style and a firm favourite of our team and customers. Appreciated for its laid back aesthetic and year-round wearability, this relaxed, boxy fit sweater features an exaggerated dropped shoulder and a fluted wide sleeve. Draping casually across the body, this sweater is crafted from a soft, comfortable alpaca-wool blend yarn. Our classic best selling Agna Sweater in new, versatile colours Easy-to-style boxy cut and a relaxed fit Dropped shoulder detail with a wide fluted sleeve Ideal for layering Comfortable alpaca-wool blend yarn Refer to the Care Instructions below for proper maintenance of your Agna Sweater This is the same cut and style as our original Agna Sweater Material 40% Recycled Nylon 30% Alpaca 30% Merino Wool This knitted blend has temperature regulating qualities, with wool retaining warmth when needed, while remaining cool and breathable on the body. Alpaca creates a fluffy finish for that cosy, comfortable feel. The recycled nylon allows for durability that will keep your knitwear lasting longer. Alpaca is generally farmed using lower impact traditional methods. Their soft hooves reduce the amount of soil erosion caused from alpaca farming, allowing for minimal damage to the land used for farming. The merino wool in this blend is sourced from South African, non-mulesed sheep, and our alpaca wool is sourced from farms in Peru. Recycled nylon is a lower impact material compared to its virgin counterpart, and is made from post-industrial and post-consumer waste like plastic bottles. We choose to use recycled rather than new as part of our commitment to use preferred fibres according to our ELK Preferred Materials Guide. Maker This style was made by Singtex Knitting Factory located in Dongguan, China. They have been manufacturing knitwear for us for many years, and are helping us to source fibres that align with our ELK Preferred Material Guide, such as recycled yarns and responsibly farmed wool. The factory is a member of Sedex and undergoes regular SMETA social compliance audits. Size and Fit Oversized, boxy fit throughout Dropped shoulders Boxy cut through the body Wide sleeve opening Key measurements to check are the bust, hem and length We love the relaxed, slouchy look however for those who prefer a neater fit you can choose to go down a size. All garments are measured flat (not on body) and then doubled (except the length) to calculate the total circumference. To work out what size will suit you best, flat measure an item that fits you well and use this as a guide. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information. Approximate bust measurements:XS:/S: 76.5cmS/M: 79cmM/L: 81.5cmL/XL: 84cmXL/XXL: 86.5cm Approximate waist measurement:XS:/S: 74.5cmS/M: 77cmM/L: 79.5cmL/XL: 82cmXL/XXL: 84.5cm Approximate back length measurement:XS:/S: 62cmS/M: 63cmM/L: 64cmL/XL: 65cmXL/XXL: 66cm Approximate front length measurement:XS:/S: 53cmS/M: 54cmM/L: 55cmL/XL: 56cmXL/XXL: 57cm Approximate sleeve length measurement:XS:/S: 32.6cmS/M: 33cmM/L: 33.4cmL/XL: 33.8cmXL/XXL: 34.2cm Model Measurements Our model Chiara wears the Agna Sweater in Peacock and Pink Salt in a size S/M measures:Bust 80cmWaist 63cmHip 90cm Our model Lauren wears the Agna Sweater in Sangria and Dark Olive in a size S/M measures: Height: 179cmBust 86cmWaist 71cmHips 97cm Care Instructions To care for your Agna Sweater, please do not wash in the washing machine. This garment is suitable for a hand cold wash or dry clean only. Consider airing the sweater over washing Cold hand wash only (do not wash on a hand wash cycle in machine) Do not bleach Do not tumble dry Cool iron Dry cleanable Cold hand wash using eco-friendly detergents Do not rub, wring or spin dry Squeeze out excess water Gently pull wet garment into shape Dry flat in shade Cool iron on reverse Knitwear can shrink up to 3cm in length and width however after pressing and wear the yarn will relax and grow, which our production team consider with each design. Find and Watch How to Care for you Knitwear Video Here
We sat down with Anishka Clarke and Niya Bascom of Ishka Designs before they set off to Jamaica to install a three-year-long project—and picked their brains on their best advice for thriving in love and business.
The Edwardian wrap cape reimagined. Gender non-specific. Made from a lux medium/light weight black wool blend and fully lined in contrasting warm, brushed medium weight steel grey suit fabric. Materials traditionally used in suit-making keep the wearer warm in cool weather, comfortable when transitioning indoors, and dry in a humid climate. The firm collar is short and can meet to close in the front. The cape has been widened for optimal movement and drape and the high-low design exaggerated for more drama. The shoulder is reinforced to maintain structure and form. The criss-cross design is secured behind with ties and overall this garment is adjustable to fit most in a Medium to X-Large. Actual measurements of this design: Nape of neck to bottom hem back- 36 1/4" Collar- 2" tall by 21 3/4" Shoulder to shoulder- 17" Ties- 18" Bottom hem swing- 150" ***NOTICE*** Rush and customizable orders are possible! Do message me to discuss your requirements BEFORE you place your order. Orders ready to ship in two- four weeks ***There are no returns or exchanges***
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This recipe is one of our favorites from Maangchi's Big Book of Korean Cooking, our December 2019 pick for BA’s Cookbook Club. We like to think of this sweet and salty dish as a sort of vegetarian bulgogi. Marinating and pan-frying eggplant keeps it firm, flavorful, and chewy—almost meaty. The marinade glazes it as it cooks, so it glistens. Prepared this way, the eggplant looks very special, even though the recipe is easy. It’s a versatile dish that makes a great side for rice and many other preparations. The eggplant tastes wonderful right off the stove, but it’s even better after a few hours, when all the flavors have had time to mingle and deepen. Seek out Korean eggplants, if possible, which are sold in Korean markets. They are thinner than ordinary eggplants and the skin is more tender. But regular eggplants work, too.
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Product Details An old favourite in new colours. The Agna Sweater is a classic, best selling ELK style and a firm favourite of our team and customers. Appreciated for its laid back aesthetic and year-round wearability, this relaxed, boxy fit sweater features an exaggerated dropped shoulder and a fluted wide sleeve. Draping casually across the body, this sweater is crafted from a soft, comfortable alpaca-wool blend yarn. Our classic best selling Agna Sweater in new, versatile colours Easy-to-style boxy cut and a relaxed fit Dropped shoulder detail with a wide fluted sleeve Ideal for layering Comfortable alpaca-wool blend yarn Refer to the Care Instructions below for proper maintenance of your Agna Sweater This is the same cut and style as our original Agna Sweater Material 40% Recycled Nylon 30% Alpaca 30% Merino Wool This knitted blend has temperature regulating qualities, with wool retaining warmth when needed, while remaining cool and breathable on the body. Alpaca creates a fluffy finish for that cosy, comfortable feel. The recycled nylon allows for durability that will keep your knitwear lasting longer. Alpaca is generally farmed using lower impact traditional methods. Their soft hooves reduce the amount of soil erosion caused from alpaca farming, allowing for minimal damage to the land used for farming. The merino wool in this blend is sourced from South African, non-mulesed sheep, and our alpaca wool is sourced from farms in Peru. Recycled nylon is a lower impact material compared to its virgin counterpart, and is made from post-industrial and post-consumer waste like plastic bottles. We choose to use recycled rather than new as part of our commitment to use preferred fibres according to our ELK Preferred Materials Guide. Maker This style was made by Singtex Knitting Factory located in Dongguan, China. They have been manufacturing knitwear for us for many years, and are helping us to source fibres that align with our ELK Preferred Material Guide, such as recycled yarns and responsibly farmed wool. The factory is a member of Sedex and undergoes regular SMETA social compliance audits. Size and Fit Oversized, boxy fit throughout Dropped shoulders Boxy cut through the body Wide sleeve opening Key measurements to check are the bust, hem and length We love the relaxed, slouchy look however for those who prefer a neater fit you can choose to go down a size. All garments are measured flat (not on body) and then doubled (except the length) to calculate the total circumference. To work out what size will suit you best, flat measure an item that fits you well and use this as a guide. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information. Approximate bust measurements:XS:/S: 76.5cmS/M: 79cmM/L: 81.5cmL/XL: 84cmXL/XXL: 86.5cm Approximate waist measurement:XS:/S: 74.5cmS/M: 77cmM/L: 79.5cmL/XL: 82cmXL/XXL: 84.5cm Approximate back length measurement:XS:/S: 62cmS/M: 63cmM/L: 64cmL/XL: 65cmXL/XXL: 66cm Approximate front length measurement:XS:/S: 53cmS/M: 54cmM/L: 55cmL/XL: 56cmXL/XXL: 57cm Approximate sleeve length measurement:XS:/S: 32.6cmS/M: 33cmM/L: 33.4cmL/XL: 33.8cmXL/XXL: 34.2cm Model Measurements Our model Chiara wears the Agna Sweater in Peacock and Pink Salt in a size S/M measures:Bust 80cmWaist 63cmHip 90cm Our model Lauren wears the Agna Sweater in Sangria and Dark Olive in a size S/M measures: Height: 179cmBust 86cmWaist 71cmHips 97cm Care Instructions To care for your Agna Sweater, please do not wash in the washing machine. This garment is suitable for a hand cold wash or dry clean only. Consider airing the sweater over washing Cold hand wash only (do not wash on a hand wash cycle in machine) Do not bleach Do not tumble dry Cool iron Dry cleanable Cold hand wash using eco-friendly detergents Do not rub, wring or spin dry Squeeze out excess water Gently pull wet garment into shape Dry flat in shade Cool iron on reverse Knitwear can shrink up to 3cm in length and width however after pressing and wear the yarn will relax and grow, which our production team consider with each design. Find and Watch How to Care for you Knitwear Video Here
Afte the Blessed Virgin, St. Philomena, the Wonderworker was St. John Vianney's favorite saint. This is my favorite image of her.
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Dive into a world of seaside allure with the Oracle Lae Shirt, adorned with a captivating in-house designed pattern inspired by the sea. Loose and relaxed fit Short sleeves Unlined Collar neckline Light and breathable This style is oversized. If you prefer a slimmer, more tailored look, we recommend taking one size smaller. Visit our sizing and fit guide for more information.MeasurementsMeasurements based off size 8.Under arm to under arm: 60cmShoulder high point to hem: 76cmGrade Rule: 2.5cm difference between sizes.Fabric Composition50% Linen 50% Rayon.Made in India.
