Fashion & lifestyle

The Denim Shirt Dress by Plantation 1982

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Zero-waste design: thoughtful fashion from Japan


Today we introduce The Denim Shirt Dress – by Plantation.

A thoughtful design aiming to reduce production waste is a fundamental step for a conscious fashion mindset. Indeed, this garment is modern and stylish.

Discover The Denim Shirt Dress


About the design
It is a zero-waste pattern with a unique design realised by using the fabric cutout of the curved sleeves along the hemline.
Also, the hemline at the back is square, and the front is round, giving a cool asymmetric silhouette.
Inside the sleeves, you’ll find a flap with a buttonhole which holds the sleeves when you roll them up. Two pleats along the back provide amplitude to the armpit and shoulders, making the movement comfortable.
Front button closure plus a self-tie belt. One side slit pocket. Under-knee length, two side slits.
It is a dress suitable for many occasions: to wear it as a dress, adjust the waist belt tightly, or wear it as light outerwear by opening the front buttons.

The Denim Shirt Dress
The Denim Shirt Dress
by Plantation1982


About the material
100% cotton – lightweight indigo denim. Fresh and comfortable.
The zero-waste pattern cuts the fabric in order to avoid production waste. Instead of the conventional zero-waste technique, consisting of linear and complicated parts, Plantation designers want to create a zero-waste pattern for everyday wear. Indeed, the curved design provides extra comfort.

About the colour
This item is indigo dyed. Indigo dyeing has a natural texture, and you can enjoy the unique colour change as the colour fades when you wash it. Since the colour will fade, please avoid wearing it with white items prone to colour transfer.
It is a washed product in order to give a unique texture.

Laundry
You can wash it by hand at home. Please, be careful not to wash it with other items.

The Denim Shirt Dress is timeless, seasonless, ageless design #formodernhumans

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One year!

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Book your free call to get a wardrobe remix!


We are excited to share with you that today, the suite123 blog turns 1! One year!

Considering that suite123 boutique entered its 16th year of activity in the fashion field in March 2022, and we almost forgot about it, it seems we’re not particularly good at celebrating anniversaries.

However, there’s one thing we want to acknowledge: our connections. Yes, connections we’ve developed over time, relationships based on trust.

Lately, we have decided to shift the boutique activity to the online world–which at first may seem a too cold means to encourage human relations. But in our case, it’s not. Because we believe in human relations, they are at the heart of what we do, and so is our private shopping service. Physical or digital, our essence doesn’t change.

One year
Ro in light green, Cri in purple cotton sweater

Through clothing, we tell the story of our times, and through these stories, we inspire change. It’s about uplifting one another and creating a community of like-minded people striving to make the world a better place.

Connecting with you, knowing you, your taste, and your ideas are things we appreciate.

Celebrating one year of suite123 blog!


And so, to celebrate one year of the suite123 blog plus 16 of the boutique focusing on connections, we offer a 30 minute free wardrobe makeover consultation.
We’ll suggest how to remix your garments, what to keep, or what to resell or donate (absolutely, do not throw away anything unless damaged).

It’s free! It’s for you!

Book your private consultation via email.
The offer expires on Monday 23rd.

We love to stay in touch and assist you!

Thank you for reading us,
Cri & Ro
❤️

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Different Choices: Embracing Change With Purpose

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Challenging the status quo & standing apart in a homogenized world


Making different choices, or doing the opposite of what others do, seems to be a valuable strategy. Indeed, standing apart is better than offering a mere homologation to consumerism and blind convenience, which dominates the mass culture.

People have a choice. It may seem simple, but it is a fact. And our choices define the world we live in. What happens around us doesn’t occur by chance but is intentional. No supernatural force intervenes, only our own will. Therefore, the reality that surrounds us is the product of our actions, of our lifestyle.

Once you understand that, change naturally follows—even if you have to take the first step. But when you move in a different direction, touch on specific topics, and use a certain language, you narrow down the people who would interact with you. In fact, you challenge the status quo while everyone follows it.

The market is vast, and the grand bazaar is always open. But, despite the vastness, the proposals are homologated, and lowering the bar is still the norm. In fact, even in a devastating moment, which was supposed to bring in a shift in behaviour, there is no understanding of the impact of our lifestyle choices.

Different choices #formodernhumans


Over two decades in the fashion field, we have gained more knowledge and a deeper level of consciousness. So we evolved, taking a different path.
Change comes from the inside, so we have started with ourselves and our individual choices. But it’s visible through what we select and how. The quality and limited quantity we pick out.

You will not find the fashion supermarket with us but a capsule selection of meaningful garments. There is a reason for every piece we choose. That is how we make a difference.

We make our choices consistent with our values, aware that changing the way we work can be incomprehensible to many. But understandable for those who see the possibilities–for modern humans, away from mass culture.

And we hope you will be with us.

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The Rubber Band Eco Bag by ZUCCa

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Minimal & functional design #formodernhumans


Today we introduce The Rubber Band Eco Bag – by ZUCCa.

It is a pocketable eco bag with a minimal and functional design that will add a modern touch to your style. Although part of the Spring-Summer collection, it is a seasonless accessory. And you can carry it with you as your main handbag, when you want something lightweight, or as an extra bag.

Discover The Rubber Band Eco bag

About the design
There is a colour block rubber band with a logo in the centre, and if you fold it around the rubber and turn it over, it will become a compact pocketable size. When folded up, thanks to a carabiner hidden under the rubber band, you can hang it on other bags and carry it around. So you’ll have it always on hand when you need it.

The Rubber Band Eco Bag
The Rubber Band Eco Bag
by ZUCCa


About the material
This shopping bag is made from a recycled polyester fabric made from recycled PET bottles.

Perhaps by recycling, we will not save the world, but it is a good choice since we are surrounded by plastic. And so, giving new life and new forms to PET is just one of the possibilities we should implement to reduce our impact on the environment.

About the colour
We picked out three different combinations. There is a chic version in grey with a fluo light green rubber band. But there are also vivid colours such as yellow with a white rubber band and purple with a turquoise rubber band.

Sizes
H50 W30 D10
Big enough to carry an A4 size file.

Laundry
Hand washable, easy-care.
Wash by hand in cold water.

Eco tip: having with you an additional bag is a thoughtful strategy to avoid taking shoppers from retailers. So, you just use and reuse yours.

The Rubber Band Eco Bag is cool and practical. Also, this accessory can be a lovely gift.

Drop us a message for any further information. We’d love to assist you!

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Production Chains Impasse

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The urgency to make a change in a world at a standstill


Production chains have been disrupted first by the pandemic and second by the war in Ukraine. Which, unfortunately, doesn’t seem to have a short term solution.

Consequently, the question arises: how can we reorganise the production system to align with a more sustainable model?

The most striking reality is that the Western world relies on goods produced in countries where wages fall far below the threshold for a decent standard of living. That is a dead-end system: corporations will never renounce that magnificent cake which secures their profits. At the same time, everyone worldwide contributes to sustaining the system through overconsumption.

With a complete lack of vision, most companies hope to get back to normal soon, identifying that normal with the pre-pandemic and prewar structure. But the war and the new outbreak in China added more problems, further slowing raw material supplies and destroying markets. So it just got worse. While disrupting production chains, those catastrophic events are bringing in radical changes. And maybe, even those companies who prayed for “back to normal” will understand that life will never be the same, nor will production chains.

Production chains – What are the possibilities?


Small-sized companies offering local productions are more prone to change and more adaptable to new situations. On the contrary, big chains don’t have this ability to change and adapt quickly.
Artisanal should be the new normal, guided by the principle of going ahead with production only when there is a commitment to purchase. No overproduction.
Also, more focused production would give space to creativity, which is fundamental to conceiving meaningful products, goods made to last and worth buying.

Small, artisanal and creative are just some of the elements that provide a thoughtful and sustainable business model.

Of course, being creative means taking risks, so no one wants to do it because there’s no guarantee of success. But the catastrophic events we are witnessing tell us that we must change now.

In order to provide sustainable production chains, we need people leading the industries with innovative visions based on ethical principles.

Taking risks is part of the game. There’s no other way to make a change.

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