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A Wardrobe for Life

Unlocking the Secret to Timeless Style

From Paris Fashion Week, one theme resonated with us: the notion of a wardrobe for life. Spearheaded by none other than the iconic Miuccia Prada with her Miu Miu collection, this concept challenges the ephemeral nature of fashion. Indeed, it urges us to rethink our approach to style and consumption.

Although Miuccia showed how to build a timeless wardrobe, it remains unclear how her sustainable goals align with her brand’s relentless pursuit of growth.

By the way, imagine a closet filled not with disposable garments but with cherished treasures that evolve alongside you, adapting to every twist and turn of your personal narrative.

The power of a wardrobe for life

At its core, a wardrobe for life is a testament to quality, longevity, and sustainability. So, it champions pieces that transcend fleeting trends, becoming steadfast companions on the journey of life. 

In a world obsessed with rapid turnover and instant gratification, the idea of a wardrobe for life represents a meaningful choice. It celebrates the enduring allure of classics, those timeless pieces that effortlessly transition from season to season, year to year. Building blocks of a wardrobe that stand the test of time.

But it’s not just about aesthetics; it’s about emotional resonance. Every garment in a wardrobe for life carries with it a story, a memory, a connection. Indeed, these pieces become woven into the fabric of your life, imbued with a significance that transcends mere fashion.

The influence of brand power

It’s undeniable that the endorsement of a renowned fashion house like Miu Miu carries significant weight in shaping public perception. When Miuccia Prada herself champions the concept of a wardrobe for life, real or not, it becomes instantly elevated to the realm of high fashion, capturing the attention of the masses. 

Specifically, she focused on ageless and genderless offerings, making us wonder: will people finally understand it? Timeless, ageless and genderless are themes we have promoted for a long time. Inspired by designers like Issey Miyake, Martin Margiela or Marc Le Bihan. As well as newer brands like Meagratia, GoodNeighbors Shirts or Miaoran. Although popular, these concepts are not truly understood.

Of course, it’s easier for a powerhouse brand to make a statement. The fashion industry’s influence dynamics and perception’s power make the difference.

However, despite these obstacles, boutique owners who promote niche fashion possess a distinct advantage: authenticity. Unlike mass-produced fashion churned out by corporate behemoths, boutique offerings are often imbued with a sense of craftsmanship, individuality, and personal connection.

Empowering individual style with a wardrobe for life

At suite123, as a boutique, we’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of a wardrobe for life. It’s not just about selling clothes; it’s about fostering a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for conscious consumption and timeless style.

Together, we’re rewriting the narrative of fashion. We’re reclaiming our individuality, embracing our uniqueness, and celebrating the beauty of diversity. In fact, we’re paving the way for a more inclusive, sustainable, and fulfilling future.

For those who doubt the importance of our boutique’s mission in a world where big brands and flashy trends dominate, we want to make it clear: our message may be understated, but its impact is significant.

We offer a wardrobe for life that transcends fashion and embraces the essence of who we are, where we’ve been, and where we’re going.

Join us on this journey!

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The Robe Ballon

Artisanal Fashion and Couture #formodernhumans

Today, we introduce The Robe Ballon by Marc Le Bihan – from Paris.

In a fashion industry known for mass production, Marc Le Bihan’s couture stands out, like a world apart, detached from the rest. In fact, each piece of clothing is made by hand in his atelier in Paris. His exceptional artisanal work unveils a unique design through impeccable tailoring. So, it’s a true rarity for connoisseurs or free spirits.
By the way, does it make any sense to conform to this fashion industry? 

Marc Le Bihan reveals the value of excellence guiding us through timeless fashion where quality remains at its top, style is not transient, and clothes made to last. From this perspective, one meaningful garment rather than tons of disposable pieces is a choice of worth. What you get is more than what you paid.

Discover The Robe Ballon

About the design
This bi-material dress features a balloon silhouette, and its under-knee length gives a beautiful proportion. See-through mesh sleeves contrasting a Prince of Wales fabric. Also, it combines a boat neckline on one side with a round neckline on the opposite. Two side slip pockets. Raw hemlines. Fully lined. Between avant-garde, femininity and couture, its minimal design results in an elegant and timeless dress.

The Robe Ballon

About the material
The body of the dress is in a Prince of Wales fabric, while the sleeves are in a see-through mesh.
60% wool – 20% PA

About the colour
Dark grey body plus black sleeves.

Laundry
Dry clean.

Styling tips
The Robe Ballon is an elegant dress suitable for multiple styling options. Underneath a wool cardigan or jacket and black boots, it works for your office style. Switch to elegant shoes, and you’ll be unique on special occasions. Also, we like reversing the neckline so you can wear the boat or round neckline on the front.

How to purchase our selection:

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 and prices via →WhatsApp

👉 Get yours directly from here!

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The Robe 4 Coutures

Artisanal Fashion #formodernhumans

Today, we introduce The Robe 4 Coutures by Marc Le Bihan – made in France. 

Marc Le Bihan delivers a poetic vision of fashion, portrayed with unique silhouettes, asymmetries, and raw hemlines. In his atelier in Paris, clothes are impeccably assembled through an artisanal process, that meticulous high-end handwork known as couture. Indeed, the best words come from Marc Le Bihan himself: “Pieces are made in casa, a la maison, in our atelier.”

Far from trends, his quiet luxury clothes pass through time, giving us a timeless aesthetic par excellence. Specifically, a vision of style that teaches us to build a wardrobe of meaningful pieces over time.

Discover The Robe 4 Coutures

About the design
It is a mid-length dress featuring an asymmetric silhouette and hemline. Indeed, the shape results from four stitchings, skillfully made by hand, running throughout the garment. Draping collar. Also, extra-long sleeves with a side hole that gives a glove-like fit. Certainly, Marc Le Bihan’s imprint is recognizable. Indeed, the dreamy, dark, avant-garde design makes it a timeless and versatile piece.

The Robe 4 Coutures
Marc Le Bihan – The Robe 4 Coutures

About the material
Cotton-blend knit-jersey. The hand is soft and comfortable to your skin but also warm. 
68% cotton, 20% polyester, 7% polyamide, 5% elastane.

About the colour
Black: a dark, avant-garde mood.

Laundry
Dry clean.

Styling tips
The Robe 4 Coutures is a dress you’ll love for a lifetime. When the weather allows it, we like it with bare legs and leather lace-ups, combat boots or black Converse plus The Wavy Track Jacket by Meagratia. For your office, style it underneath a blazer. Also, pair it with heels for a night out or formal occasions.

How to purchase our selection:

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 and prices via WhatsApp

👉 Get yours directly from here!

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Fashion out of the beaten paths

Emotions & beauty in a distinct venue

Come and discover fashion out of the beaten paths, where you’ll find exceptional artisanal work made with care and love for uniqueness.

Walking through showrooms for our Spring-Summer 24 research, it’s been amazing to witness the work of some designers who express their own vision of fashion. Those who follow their own path, meaning they don’t feel involved in the latest trends just to sell more. Those who offer a good design, beautiful fabrics, and timeless quality. Away from the commercial logic of overproduction and mass distribution. Precisely, they do the opposite. Few words and hard work. Therefore, they provide real value.

A path of recognizable value

For instance, entering Marc Le Bihan‘s space was like opening the Narnia door: you open it and get in a world apart. Set up in a post-industrial structure, a large room with big windows from which a late summer September sun brightened the garments. After a look around, a shiny black piano in a corner gave us a clue we didn’t get immediately, just because we did not expect it. Indeed, while peaking through the clothing along the perimeter of the four-room sides, we noticed a wood bar behind them. So we connected the dots: it was a dance school! 

Fashion out of the beaten paths

Marc Le Bihan’s “Danseuse Line” has found the perfect frame. But so it was for the gorgeous pristine white lace or linens, the silk slip dresses in different shapes. And the tye-dye knitwear. Likewise, Jean-Francois Mimilla’s materic jewels, whose precious crocheted hand work makes them unique. 

Uniqueness out of the beaten paths

And so, the atmosphere was unique, warm, quiet and poetic. Marc le Bihan’s clothes, like Jean Francois Mimilla jewels, delivered a tactile experience made of dreamy creativity, out of the ordinary, and, because of its uniqueness, even more beautiful.

Independent designers and artisanal fashion provide the opportunity to own unique, high-quality pieces that are not mass-produced or widely available. That is the essence of luxury style.

However, the whole set-up affirmed that there’s still something meaningful in fashion. It doesn’t have to mingle with the mainstream. Indeed, it’s not for all, but you can find exceptional fashion out of the beaten paths. 

Another note of appreciation: the space was fully accessible. Don’t take it for granted in the fashion field!

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Style inspiration

Summer outfit ideas #formodernhumans

This is our style inspiration celebrating an essential, clean and effortless image. 

So, today we post a couple of summer outfit ideas showing some meaningful garments, pieces you’ll never get tired of. Always through the guiding principle: buy less, buy better. Far much less – because more is not the answer. 

Contemporary fashion designs, comfortable silhouettes and textured fabrics, which are pleasant on your skin. Build your capsule wardrobe with these special clothes.

Meaningful clothing – features that cannot miss:

Uniqueness and good design
Quality fabrics
Timeless aesthetic
Clothing made to last

Summer style inspiration

MIlano streets: Marc Le Bihan asymmetric tank dress in 100% cotton

style inspiration

Modern sophistication: Meagratia mesh poncho in 100% cotton + Plantation1982 cropped pants in organic cotton

style inspiration

Do you want to evolve your style?

Start by cleaning out your wardrobe: resell or donate your clothes. Most importantly, do not buy the umpteenth fast-fashion dress or the fake “quality clothes” sold at such a so too-low price that not even kids would believe it. 
It’s time to stop with pointless shit.
Contact us! We’ll help you and guide you to choose only what makes really sense. Here below how to get in touch with us:

Drop us an email or WhatsApp for any further information. Also, you can book your private shopping experience – physical or via video call. 

International Shipping available! 

We are based in Milano but ship our niche fashion selection #formodernhumans everywhere.

In order to provide unicity and a sustainable approach, our selection offers a limited number of pieces.

Treat yourself today! ❤️

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