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What a stunning colour combination, actually one of my favourites . Desert dwelling ? Moroccan Atlas Mountains ? Love the burnt sienna , terracotta and green palm and white flowers. The golden hour , my favourite time in Portugal in high summer, the happy hour when everyone springs back to life after the intensity of the days blazing sun. Everything hand made accordingly , all natural materials with history. Jump season is nigh. (at Desert) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpIkYnTI0LW/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Time to play hobgoblins. These eco friendly fleece fibre ponchos , each with unique hand created art and printed on this wonderful recycled water bottle fabric Is now for the first time available in a children’s sizes. Yes this is the first of a new collection for children around 12/14 years ideal , Please pm me for details on how to purchase as Etsy took this down from my shop listings , our kind caring nanny state deemed such a garment too dangerous for kids . Thought they might accidentally suffocate in the large hood I think ! 🤣🤪😜. What a world we live in 🤷 (at Richmond Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClnZhufIE-o/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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There is this hoody, and it’s not only super cool looking , with its padded ribbed hood and fat adjustable buckles, but it is so just what I need, being here now 🤗... My body has adjusted to the climate of the last three years, I find this October chill with its misleading bright blue skies and dazzling sunshine quite harsh . I see you guys still wearing shorts out there ... I mean .... yeah..... I mean fuck yeah !!! Go for it 💪. It’s good for you I’m sure, only the legs are white and veins are blue and somehow the sun can shine all day but not a drip of its sullen rays can pigment that pasty white skin. Anyway , back to this hoody ... only left in small / medium now, but it fits me fine and I’m loving this urban London look. It will defo well with your shorts ☝️ Click the link to my Etsy shop to find it. Meanwhile enjoy the lovely weather guys 🥶 (at Kentish Town) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjdhIHFDt-Z/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Are you ready for something new ? / Well here it is, as it won’t be long until the shorts you’re still wearing are gonna be put away in some chest...for quite sometime 🙁. But there are always good sides to September chills right ! It means we can wear some clothes , and it’s great to wear a wardrobe of cozy things when you’re kicking leaves through golden forests, with your hands in some cozy pockets and a snug hood to cover your noggin. So here we have it ! one of our new super comfy cozy cool nomadic hooded jacket, with fleece lining, big collars and a snug hood in either natural or black colours. Hit the link in our bio and have sneak preview . #happyseptember everyone and may the Autumn majestically return . 🤗 🍁 (at Hampstead Heath) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci0wIrpDi6b/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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You want to sparkle and shine this summer ? Well now is your sparkling opportunity ✨. Yes, these richly embellished , sequinned , hand embroidered Kimonos are here to make you dazzle . Click the link in our bio or visit @laloba.london . Original, unique,vintage collectible kimonos for you to shine at the world around you . (at Boomland) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfd4-37LvCa/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Blue ? What a colour. Let’s talk about blue first; it’s calming , it’s healing through its relaxation effect , it’s protective in many cultures and generally it’s a positive colour unless we talking of the colour of our lips , which is why we have the expression ‘ feelin blue ‘ but hey sky blue sky s just everyone’s cup tea. So what number do you associate with blue ? Tschye first number that comes into your head when you see blue ?? Funny it happens to be my lucky number 🍀. About this gorgeous sky blue robe , it is fabulously decorated with silver and red embroidered flowers . The contrast is stunning of course . The embellishments are all worked by hand . Vintage fabric is so rich , because in the days of making , all work was made by hand , by artisans who took great pride their work . Nowadays it’s hard to find such hand workers . So this is a collectors piece , a conversation piece infact . The lucky person who purchases this robe will he in an ecstatic state of excitement everytime they wear it . So be quick ... there is only one . (at 𝑷𝑨𝑹𝑨𝑫𝑰𝑺𝑬) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfQh_xFo-Ai/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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What kind of magic ? There is girl who lives in the jungle, forest if you prefer, surrounded by what might be considered to be ‘ powerful nature ‘ , the type of nature that could easily swallow a person if they stood still for long enough . The force of this nature is governed by extremes , either of heat or an eternal deluge that might keep one house bound for days . This girl wakes in the morning to myriad sounds echoing through the jungle, maybe a cobra tapping on her window, and exotic birds call as the sun rises and falls and the jungle darkens. The inner piece she experiences, could drive a mind to insanity or to some kind of nirvana. Either way , she trusts in her self and her abilities to manifest her reality , to create her life to suit her needs. When a person feels no fear , trusts their motives and focuses only on the present moment , in this case; the creation of natures inspired robes, then one does not notice for how many days it may have rained, ones mind is only on finishing the task in hand to perfection, the trim, the stitch, the dyes (brewed from nature’s vegetation) , the hand woven fabric without chemicals , the hand block prints and the complex screens , the fixing of the dyes and the many meticulous processes involved to finish her vision , this is alchemy, and now you have an opportunity to be the beneficiary . Click the link in my bio to see more of her magical pieces . 🧝🏼‍♀️💫 (at Samsara) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfMGEkzhmar/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Do you want some sparkle in your life this summer ? Where ever your festival feet find themselves, parade in the splendour of these richly embellished collectible upcycled vintage robes. And let the heads turn . Now coming online and available from @startessa and @laloba.london our joint project to robe you, majestically and magically for this coming summer snd the grande opening of our much missed festival wanderlust spirit. Contact Abby at Laloba if you want to personally discuss an easy london delivery method in time for your next festive adventure . (at Through The Looking Glass) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeyAKyLLW4B/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Fabrics and textile design , what a wonderful job this must be . But imagine how it was before CAD applications, all work drawn by hand , and these pieces are not made by machine , the detail and stitching all made by hand. And do we really appreciate the work that went into it ? This work of art fabric is made from butterfly silk. A lovely crisp texture and supposed health benefits too . It is not new silk, we upcycle vintage pieces, collectible pieces we find on our way . No need for new ! Re cycle re purpose otherwise such beauty will just remain unnoticed . (at 𝑷𝑨𝑹𝑨𝑫𝑰𝑺𝑬) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeskQr1oonL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Is everybody in ? The ceremony is about to begin. 🧙‍♀️ New in #startessa shop, these outstanding natural hand made and printed tribal kimonos designed by Yulia @aervanshop are perfect for magical rituals, festivals included, and elegant outwear. A truly original piece made from natural fabric, hand finished with Shipibo print. The shipibo tribe from the eastern slopes of the Andean mountains. Their work is now well known for its intricate geometric design symbolising their cosmos and mythology . Click the link in my bio to view these and other work by Aervan . This Beautiful robe is most definitely a conversation piece. Available in two very organic shades of brown. (at The Heaven on Earth) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cea9Q1uILmk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I take it you want to make a good impression this festival season ? Well now’s your chance, with our new collection of hand worked embellished robes that will gleam and shimmer as you walk and dance in true goddess style. These kimono robes are one off pieces , they have taken and age to make, the handwork is so precious and the fabric curated vintage. Making just one of these robes requires a lot of hand work skills, only an artisan knows how to re work this fabric without losing one piece of this most intricate handwork . Yes you will indeed be wearing a piece of art that will bewitch onlookers and leave them wondering from where ? , a conversation piece for sure . Keep your eyes peeled , watch @laloba.london page and @startessa_shop .. there can be only one piece ever made and you can be the proud owner. (at Through The Looking Glass) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeHFdp4oiTR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Coffee, did you know ? Moderate coffee drinking is considered is from 2 - 5 cups a day , which is wonderful news indeed. This kind a f consumption is linked to a lower likelyhoid of type 2 diabetes , heart disease, liver and endometrial problems and some other debilitating diseases as well as depression. So if you’re a one coffee a day person , better up your game uh 🤔... maybe you might sleep a little less, but this might also be a good thing ? Drink coffee and relax , it’s not so bad, just make sure you’re wearing something that is an interesting conversation piece sjd tou will be the star of the coffee shop 🌟 (at Lisbon, Portugal) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cdgco-JovRB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Want to wear some art outfit ? This matching set of hand painted art pieces , delicate dreamy shawl with matching tunic dress and wide flared black pants. Unique, one of a kind , collectible wearable and timeless art piece. Check the link in our bio for more new summer collections coming online everyday . Collections range from luxury one off pieces to underground dance culture couture . Don’t miss out on something wonderful for this summer 😘🌺 (at The Devon Country Retreat) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcceQFIBx6n/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Love one off , unique pieces ? Take a look at these two new arrivals to our summer collection , now available from my Etsy shop. Pure silk and a little cotton on the rich handwork embellishments, these two kaftan dresses are a superb conversation starter once again. From the buttons to the cuffs to the thread, there has been no saving in time or fabric. They are awash with tiny details that make them unique and definitely worth talking about. These two dresses are definitely for the collector of fine garments . Just arrived in store, and only one of a kind. So if you’re looking for something super special, just click the link in my bio 🌺 (at Sevilla, Andalucía, España) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcSphzhtm3J/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Do you remember these ? I made a few in the past from beautiful new sari fabric. Unfortunately they were not silk. The new sari is mostly polyester blended. So what’s the good news ? I have now shifted my fabric to upcycled silk Sari . Ok it’s a lot more time consuming and meticulous , but the results are stunning . Here is one the first I’ve made from silk . @igaika2 Tania decided to hang out and chill around the house innit . It’s a super hot day today in my studio so I think she chose the right outfit. Wearing silk sari makes one feel a little under dressed, the fabric is so light and gentle. What’s ya thoughts ? (at Highgate Village, Hampstead London) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcKrIWKLynA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Are you catching some rays ? ☀️ So far so good , the sun is a bit random , but the buds are popping and soon life will be sunny and tees. So here we have @igaika2 Tania catching the golden hour , in a toga made by @vanoush.love with wide black cotton pants , snd a serene and peaceful mood . Check out our new designs and designers for this coming summer . And do it quick to qualify for a 20 % discount courtesy of the start of the Aries season. New moons are great excuse for some new styles 🌙. (at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcD1f3srhJt/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Plans for summer ? Upcycled pure silk robe is a definite must have , whether festivals or beach ( preferably both ) are your destination. Upcycled fashion is definitely the conscious way forward for your wardrobe. These lunch kimonos are only one off pieces , so be quick to get the one that suits your palette. There can be only one . 🌺Happy spring 🌺 (at Paradise) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbpRuPUNhYs/?utm_medium=tumblr