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The Drawstring Cotton Dress

Embracing Slow Fashion #ForModernHumans


Introducing The Drawstring Cotton Dress by Aurora, from Tourin – our top pick of the week!

In a world where mass-produced fashion takes centre stage, Aurora stands out by redefining the landscape with her commitment to slow fashion. Her minimalistic design concept showcases a refreshing and thoughtful approach to style. The drawstring cotton dress is a perfect example of this philosophy, blending clean, linear shapes with elegant, casual, and sporty elements.

Aurora’s designs are versatile, seamlessly fitting into your everyday wardrobe while making a statement about ethical fashion. Embrace this modern, conceptual approach and elevate your style with pieces that reflect both beauty and conscience.

Discover The Drawstring Cotton Dress by Aurora


About the design
Tailored cotton dress featuring an elegant front V-neckline and elastic waistband with drawstring for adjustable comfort. The design point is a cross-over shoulder detail with a cut-out on the lower back. Two side pockets, under-knee length. Made in Italy, this piece exemplifies quality craftsmanship and timeless style.

The drawstring cotton dress by Aurora
The Drawstring Cotton Dress by Aurora


About the material
100% cotton. The hand is compact, dry, and fresh.

About the colour
Periwinkle: also called lavender blue or light blue violet. A vibrant hue that recalls the palette of modern artists.

Laundry
Wash by hand. Easy care product.

Styling tips
The Drawstring Cotton Dress is a sophisticated addition to your wardrobe. Pair it under a lightweight blazer and low heel for your office attire. Also, opt for flat sandals for a casual yet chic look. But it even pairs well with sneakers, offering versatility for various occasions. Experiment with accessories to personalize your style and make this dress uniquely yours.

How to purchase our selection:

Head over to our Instagram account to discover our shop (link in bio)!
Drop us an email or WhatsApp for orders or any further information. Also, you can book your private shopping experience in person or via video call.

International Shipping!
From Milano, our fashion selection #formodernhumans is available for international delivery.

Exclusive Fashion
🖤 Our selection intentionally offers limited pieces to ensure uniqueness and a sustainable approach 

Further details, size advice and prices via →WhatsApp

● Please, contact us for size guidance before purchasing.

🛍 Treat yourself today! Get yours directly from the suite123 shop!

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The Stylish Cargo Pants

suite123: Enjoy The Most Unique Fashion in Milan

Introducing The Stylish Cargo Pants by Aurōra from Turin, Italy – our top pick of the week!

Emerging designers add a fresh perspective to a fashion industry stuck in the status quo. So, a fashion industry that privileges facades over substance, exploitation over positive change. That is why we need to promote those who have a different perspective.

Therefore, we are happy to promote one of our new brands for the Spring-Summer season: Aurōra. 
Aurora De Matteis is the designer: a young woman who creates her slow fashion brand in a small workshop in Turin, Northern Italy. Specifically, this garment is a timeless, versatile, easy-care product in a stunning hue.

Discover The Stylish Cargo Pants

About the design
Cotton cargo trousers with a chic impression. Featuring an elasticated waist, drawstring ankles, and a large side pocket on the right leg. So, the design emphasizes minimalism and style.

The Stylish Cargo Pants

About the material
100% cotton: fresh and easy care.

About the colour
Periwinkle: a carefree yet decisive colour, bold and confident. It’s a vibrant hue that offers fresh pairing possibilities.

Laundry
Wash by hand. Easy care product.

Styling tips
The Stylish Cargo Pants are a versatile addition to your wardrobe, offering both comfort and style. For office attire, consider layering a tailored blazer in a complementary colour, such as navy or grey, over a simple blouse or top. This adds structure to the ensemble while maintaining a professional appearance. Or, pair the pants with a crisp mannish shirt for a sophisticated look. For a more relaxed outfit, opt for a tee or a plain cotton top in a neutral colour. This casual pairing ensures comfort while still exuding effortless style.

How to purchase our selection:

Head over to our Instagram account to discover our shop!
Drop us an email or WhatsApp for orders or any further information. Also, you can book your private shopping experience in person or via video call.

International Shipping!
From Milano, our fashion selection #formodernhumans is available for international delivery.

Exclusive Fashion
Our selection intentionally offers limited pieces to ensure uniqueness and a sustainable approach ♥

📱Further details, size advice and prices via  WhatsApp

● Please, contact us for size guidance before purchasing.

🛍 Treat yourself today! Get yours directly from the suite123 shop!

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The Balloon Sleeve Top

A Fresh Perspective on Style #formodernhumans

Today, we introduce The Balloon Sleeve Top by Aurora, a captivating addition to suite123’s selection this season, straight from the heart of Turin, Italy.

At suite123 Milano, we thrive on fostering connections with the creative minds shaping the fashion landscape. Indeed, our blog serves as a platform for celebrating innovative designers who infuse the industry with new energy and perspectives.

That is the case of Aurora, whose signature style embodies a perfect blend of minimalism and timelessness. In fact, with each piece, she crafts modern silhouettes that effortlessly redefine contemporary fashion.

Discover The Balloon Sleeve Top

About the design
Dropped shoulder, round neckline bi-material top in soft cotton with wide sleeves in silk crepon. Elasticated cuffs plus a drawstring along the centre of the sleeves generates a delicate ruffled effect. Also, another design point is the subtle pastel hue color block combination. The relaxed silhouette and tailoring cut create a unique but wearable piece. 

The Balloon Sleeve Top by Aurora

About the material
Two materials compose this long-sleeved top: soft cotton for the body and silk for the sleeves. 
Body: 100% cotton / Sleeves: 100% silk

About the colour
The body is white, and the sleeves are lilac. A soft colour block, easy to match. 

Laundry
Wash by hand. Easy care product.

Styling tips
The Balloon Sleeve Top is a versatile wardrobe staple, effortlessly transitioning from casual to formal settings. Pair it with your favourite black pants for an instant refresh, or opt for a chic look by wearing it with skirts. Also, we love it with white jeans or military khaki trousers. 
Don’t miss The Balloon Sleeve Top! 

How to purchase our selection:

Head over to our Instagram account to discover our shop!
Drop us an email or WhatsApp for orders or any further information. Also, you can book your private shopping experience in person or via video call.

International Shipping!
From Milano, our fashion selection #formodernhumans is available for international delivery.

Exclusive Fashion
Our selection intentionally offers limited pieces to ensure uniqueness and a sustainable approach ♥

● Further details, size advice and prices via  WhatsApp

🛍 Treat yourself today! Get yours directly from the suite123 shop!

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A Conversation with Aurora

Embracing the Up-and-Coming Wave of Fashion Designers

As we embrace the up-and-coming wave of fashion designers, we are thrilled to share our conversation with Aurora. Her first name doubles as her brand name (Aurora De Matteis); a young woman walking the fashion industry with a polite demeanor and a clear sense of an ethically run business.

We first met Aurora a couple of years ago at a fashion exhibition in the heart of Milano. Her universe, small, focused, and well-crafted, conveyed emotion to us. So we kept in touch until, finally, we placed an order. Indeed, we are leaders in uncovering talented designers committed to exceptional design, premium materials, and ethical practices.

Read our conversation with Aurora to find out more about the brand!

Aurora – the conversation

• How did your passion for fashion begin? What is your background?
I always thought I wanted to do this in life because I always loved creating something with my hands. Actually, my mother passed down to me a certain passion; she taught me how to crochet when I was little. In fact, I used to make handmade crochet earrings. I’m passionate about handicrafts and artisanal work. I love the world of graphics, but after high school, I enrolled in Secoli Institute to get a technical background in fashion. I did well in pattern making, learning to make a whole garment. My passion for manual work led me to take a knitting course recently. Learning new skills stimulates me; in this sense, I never stop.

• What inspired you to start your slow fashion brand, and what values do you aim to promote through your designs?
After graduating from fashion school, I could work for big companies where I would have focused on just one specific thing, like being a pattern designer. But I like to explore, research materials, so, despite all the difficulties, I chose to launch my own brand. Mine is a brand that believes in slow fashion, which means attention to fabrics and well-made garments, things big brands often overlook. But, above all, it’s a brand that aims to convey the value of the time needed to create a handmade garment in a small workshop. Time, quality, and ethics are values I believe in.

Image of Aurora Spring-Summer 24 collection
Aurora Spring-Summer 24 collection

• What is your vision of style? Can you share insights about your design philosophy and how it aligns with the concept of slow fashion?
“Less is more” is a concept resonating deep within me. A quote from Mies van Der Rohe explains it all: “Please, do not confuse simple with easy, there is a big difference. I love simplicity because of its clarity, not because of its ease or for other reasons. To achieve clarity we must simplify practically everything. It’s hard work. You have to fight, and fight, and fight.” Indeed, this process of distilling from complexity to essentiality is what I find interesting.

Minimalism reconnects to my pattern-making studies, garment construction. Specifically, making it distinctive in terms of construction. Instead of prints or decorations, I prefer to create colour blocks because I focus on lines and shapes. However, this design concept perfectly aligns with my vision of slow fashion because it allows me to emphasize the quality and longevity of the garment through a timeless style. ‘What’s in fashion this year?’ has always puzzled me. Who decides that? Today, talking about fashion can be chilling, with unwearable clothes and exorbitant prices.

• How do you ensure sustainability and ethical practices in your production process?
Many stop at the labels, but natural doesn’t mean sustainable. For instance, see natural viscose. It may be natural, but it has a significant environmental impact. I focus more on quality materials. And I only work with suppliers who don’t impose high minimums. Moreover, I produce without waste in a small artisanal workshop, ensuring ethical and sustainable manufacturing because I make limited quantities. I myself sew in my workshop in Turin. Everything is made in Italy, in small batches. I am against overproduction. Indeed, the concept of limited quantities is crucial to limit our impact on the environment.

• How do you evaluate conversations about sustainability?
Superficial. In fact, I don’t say that my brand is sustainable, I demonstrate it through actions. Often I’m asked: ‘Is this all you have?’ Yes, exactly: a capsule collection, thoughtful and well-made.

• What challenges have you faced in establishing your brand within the competitive fashion industry?
The showrooms have asked me to do things from their point of view without considering my project. They are seeking the product, not the idea. Just to sell more. My way of working was almost belittled. It shows a certain lack of attention from industry operators because if you want a massive production, you don’t go to an emerging brand.

• Do you think enough space is given to young people in Italy?
Unfortunately, Italy is an old country, doesn’t give space to young people.

After reviewing her Spring-Summer 24 collection, we were impressed by the precise cuts and fresh take on fashion. Also, we discovered each other within a philosophy that felt familiar: a shared vision of design and meaning. So, we hope you enjoyed our conversation with Aurora. In the end, isn’t it time to give space to the new generation of creatives?

So stay tuned to discover more about Aurora designs #formodernhumans

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