Dearest readers,
All, in fact, did not go well, so hence I am speaking to you weeks later than promised. It is upon a revelation that this particular volume of the newsletter is born—for me, at least, it is not a hot girl summer but rather a disco girl summer. What have I done in repackaging this mindset? Added a bunch of Donna Summers and a layer of glitter eyeshadow. Perhaps it is the discovery of my new favorite bar of all time or perhaps the burgeoning summer weather, but I am falling deeper and deeper into a dance addiction. So here are some small, sustainable disco fits.
and HERE is the beginnings of a playlist to pregame a disco night with:
Onto the good stuff.
If you want to feel like Zoe Kravitz while shimmying all night - Catholic Guilt Clothing
While this is not for the light of pockets, designer Ella Jackson makes gloriously irreverent and stunning pieces that truly display skilled handiwork. Wear the dress with a slip for more coverage or wear just the necessities if you want a bolder style. Ella makes these embellished creations by hand with deadstock materials and donates 10% of her profits to Pay the Rent. Catholic Guilt is made in Melbourne, Australia and prices range from $107 to $1,203. Check out Catholic Guilt here.
For those hunting to disco-up a simple staple - handmade.by.flo
As someone who owns flo’s work, I can say it is the perfect piece to layer on to add a statement edge. In a disco setting, it works as a breezy piece that will keep you cool in more ways than one. Just check out the energy the above Kate Moss print brings to the table. DM to order <3 and check out handmade.by.flo here.
If you’re looking to slip into something sleek - Anna Slevin Collection
Anna Slevin makes primarily made to order art-focused yet sporty pieces that seem to land at the perfect balance of fashion and comfort. They incorporate sustainable practices into everything from their sourcing to their tags, even habitually making donations of fabric scraps to be reused if they can’t find a use for them anymore. Styles range from $35 to $140. Check out Anna Slevin here.
If you want to wake up with pictures of everyone from the night in your glasses - We Are Junk
There’s something strangely liberating about wearing glasses, adding an extra layer of anonymity which can allow you to dance in crowds with even less inhibition. We Are Junk seeks to revolutionize eyewear through “extravagant planetary respect.” They transform plastic waste into stunning glasses designs by adding silver to ensure that their value is never again taken for granted. Prices range from €180 to €250. Check We Are Junk out here.
For anyone that wants to make deciding easy - Sky.StarSigns
If I’m completely honest, I thought about gatekeeping this one because I love their designs so much, but look no further than Sky.StarSigns to create light, full-of-life pieces that are begging to be taken for a night on the town. BTW if there is anyone reading this that would like to get me a gift, the above would make a phenomenal choice. Sure, you can shop via your astrological sign, or you can search through the number of limited-quantity handmade designs to find one that suits your fancy. I have a feeling there might be more than one though. Everything is made from deadstock or upcycled fabrics with eco-friendly packaging and prices range from €65 to €165. Check out Sky.StarSigns here.
If you want to rival the disco ball - FRANCES.O
FRANCES.O feels like the veritable essence of disco girl summer, as it is exemplified by what is in essence a disco-ball-turned-dress. They’re an independent brand that focuses on handcrafting their designs. They describe their inspiration as “degenerate love affair of 90’s super models meets Ibiza rave scene” so cue the Kate Moss inspiration once more. While the price point isn’t the most accessible, they offer rental options as an alternative to purchase through By Rotation Official. Every purchased piece is made to measure, so you’ll always be bound to have a one-of-a-kind night tailored to you! Prices range from €50 to €995. Check out FRANCES.O here.
That is all for now but I sincerely wish to see you soon, either on the dance floor or in your inbox.
xx
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