Passion Lilie Mae Dress

the brand story:

Founder and designer Katie Schmidt has created a fair trade and sustainable clothing line that features classic, streamlined silhouettes in unique hand block printed and hand woven fabrics. Her mission in life is to improve the world she lives in, and because of her love for design, she have chosen to do this through fashion. Katie has dedicated herself to working with producer groups in India that either hold a Fair Trade certificate or are small family run businesses that are closely vetted by Passion Lilie to ensure that they are meeting their standards for fair trade, these long-term relationships are based on transparency and trust. This work provides artisans with a sustainable and appropriate salary, job security, loans and financial assistance as needed, health care, and on the job free training; and means no child labor, safe working conditions, protection of the environment through water reduction, recycling, minimal energy consumption and using eco-friendly fabric dyes and organic cotton. Katie creates all the patterns, samples and technical drawings by hand. Her heart and soul go into every piece and  her color inspiration for the prints comes from nature. Passion Lilie utilises hand block printing (a centuries old art form popular in India, China, and many other East Asian countries) along side Ikat and handwoven fabrics.  Katie also works with children in New Orleans teaching them sewing skills and helping to inspire their creative side.

shop your values:

• Your purchase helps provide a secure job with fair wages and a positive working environment to artisans in India and the United States.
• Passion Lilie proudly contributes to keeping ancient artisanal dyeing and weaving traditions alive in India.
• The brand is dedicated to preserving the environment through the use of natural energy, waste reduction, and water reduction. 
• Artisanal, hand block printed and handwoven fabrics in modern, streamlined silhouettes.
• Fair Trade; member of the Fair Trade Federation.
• These ethical garments are helping to reverse the cycle of poverty by creating dignified employment opportunities.
• Made with organic, pesticide-free, non-GMO cotton.
• Dyes are natural, plant and vegetable based, and azo-free.
• Inclusive sizing.

features:

• Original designs.
• Composed of 100% organic cotton jersey.
• Empire waist.
• Soft ruffle sleeves.
• V-neck.
• Abstract floral print.
• Unique reactive dye process.
• Suits all body shapes.
• Perfect for travel; does not wrinkle.
• Soft and comfortable.
• Designed in New Orleans.

Due to the handmade nature of these products there may be a 5-10% shade variation from the picture of the garment to the actual product you receive.

sizing:

In order to determine your size, take a tape measure and measure your bust, waist and hips. For the most accurate measurements, measure yourself in your bra and underwear. Based on your measurements use the table below to find your size.

care:

Wash with mild detergent in cold water, wash colors separately, do not soak, do not dry in direct sunlight.

end of life:

When a garment has reached the end of it’s life and can no longer be worn or mended, we recommend consulting your local council to find your nearest textile recycling scheme. 

Made in India.

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