Silk & Sawdust A Pure/Drapers Next Generation Award Winner 2011

Online, December 2, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Celebrating its' 2nd anniversary this month, Silk & Sawdust is a label that doesn't pander to the latest trends but one that pays homage to those of the past. Encapsulating and translating looks from bygone eras Silk & Sawdust adopts a modern take on the love for all things vintage.

Step into each individually designed collection and be transported with fine handmade fabrics, referenced and intricate detailing along with a sense of modernity.

Starting the label in 2009, founder Claudia Orrell has a true passion for the craftsmanship and quality afforded to fashion before the onset of the 'buy it, wear it and throw it away' culture.
"My favourite wardrobe staples are invariably vintage. Silk & Sawdust's aim is to balance classic elegance with a truly modern ethos a¬¬nd create clothing and accessories that become investment pieces - making women feel gorgeous but without the designer price tag."

Many of the delicate and embellished fabrics have been sourced in the markets of Bangkok where tailoring and tradition have stood the tests of time. It is here, also that each piece is carefully handmade by skilled dressmakers who bring to life a design that uses original patterns as reference along with true vintage finishes. It is for this reason that some items are available in limited numbers, making them even more precious and special.

The Winter collection has as a poignancy and relevance to today with 1920s lace, deep jewel colours, luxury feel velvets, 1960s silhouettes, sheer diaphanous layers and sensuous silks.

Prices are from £89 - £170 and for those who have an affinity or love of a certain decade you can shop by era from 1920s to the 70s and 80s.
Celebrating its' 2nd anniversary this month, Silk & Sawdust is a label that doesn't pander to the latest trends but one that pays homage to those of the past. Encapsulating and translating looks from bygone eras Silk & Sawdust adopts a modern take on the love for all things vintage.