An evening of sustainable design and cocktails were had at Ella's Boutique on Thursday, October 15th. Sharon Blair, a long time instructor in the Apparel Design program at the Art Institute, showcased her Fall 09' collection from her Studio SKB and SKPDX lines. I was instantaneously drawn to her collection with its rich colors and lush texture. Sharon was inspired by the film The Scarlet Empress filmed in 1934, starring Marlene Dietrich. The garments have classic silhouettes, and paired with being made of sustainable fabrics such as rayon/tencel, rag wool, and organic cotton they will last you a lifetime. Even her garment labels are made of scrap material. My penny pinching friend Sarah fell in love with the Nataylya skirt, made of rag wool. After trying it on she said,"This is one of those things that if I don't buy it I will have nightmares." A little dramatic, but secretly what goes through all of our heads when we find a wardrobe staple. After that episode I couldn't help but try on the Dietrich dress in the color Midnight, made of a soft rayon/tencel knit. Designed with figure flattering seam lines echoing times past, it seemed it was custom made for me. SOLD!
Nataylya Skirt
Dietrich Dress
- Anna Fabian
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