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Pleats are fascinating!!

July 2, 2018

Style Indigo wearing a white t-shirt and a pleated skirt

Pleats are an intrinsic part of fashion and I find their story fascinating! Pleated fabrics go back as far as the ancient Egyptian civilization, were the Pharaohs and aristocracy used to wear them as a symbol of power and wealth. Pleating was done by hand and a mixed egg was placed over the linen fabric to preserve the pleat. But when the fabrics were washed the pleats will vanish and the process will start all over again, making the pleated garments a very luxurious product. Another great ancient civilization that made the pleated garments part of their identity were the Greeks. We all have in mind the gorgeous Greek caryatids wearing their beautiful pleated tunics or peplum.

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The real luxury

February 9, 2018

A couple of weeks ago, I visited one of those magic spots that seem to live in a timeless place where past and present merge without distinction. A small textile workshop in the center of the island (Majorca, for those who are new to the blog) where they produce textile using the most traditional techniques. During the 19th century there were many factories in Majorca producing textiles, unfortunately nowadays there are just two small workshops left. A growing interest in this crafted product is, gratefully, guaranteeing the survival of these two spots. I visited Bujosa Textil, a third generation family business, that show me their secrets and here I share them with you.

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“Not all treasure is silver and gold, mate” – Captain Jack Sparrow

January 7, 2018

I image Coco Chanel could have been the inspiration for this outfit with the incorporation of two of her most iconic pieces captured in this look!

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Saving the rainforest, one hair stick at a time!!

December 19, 2017

Have you heard about circular economy? The circular economy is inspired by nature and the main principle is to reuse all the byproducts (waste products) generated during a manufacturing process. Unfortunately, in our current society is rare and in most cases, production byproducts are considered as waste and discharged. Fortunately for us, more and more people are understanding that natural resources are limited and our current economic system is unsustainable long term.

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The shoemaker of dreams!

December 5, 2017

Hollywood icon Bette Midler once said “Give a girl the right shoes and she will conquer the world” and she was probably right, but creating the right shoes can also help you conquer the world, Manolo Blahnik is the best sample of it!!