Andrea Chapelle is the bespoke kilt maker behind Acme Atelier. There is something so special about her kilts, each one is a work of art and look as though they were made with such love and care. Even more interesting is her contemporary approach to the use of textiles. The combinations; colour and texture are beautiful. As a Nigerian that wore a Black Watch tartan kilt as school uniform, I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the use of the strip fabric from Nigeria, Aso-oke, feature in a number of her creations. They also sometimes incorporate batik and wax print fabrics. It is as lovely ‘marriage’ as though that is where they always wanted to be! It just works.
My passion is to uphold this historic craft skill, whilst fusing it with contemporary design and promote a responsible, resourceful means of production, on a small, sustainable scale.
Andrea Chappell
Then came this very special piece shown above that actually just made me stop in my tracks. Do go and read the beautiful story behind its creation in the Kilt gallery where you will see other examples of Andrea’s work. I am also a lover of denim (its those selvedges) and having never seen a denim kilt, I feel like it is what is missing from my life. I am joking but how many times and ways can I say I am taken by these creations. Textures, contracts, bold colours. These are all elements I love and why I am such a fan.
Head over to www.acmeatelier.co.uk to see what I am talking about. You just might have found that special commission you have been looking for. I have something in mind myself. Enjoy the rest of the week and have a great weekend.
I came across the lovely top below on The Curvy Fashionista blog which is made in the lovely Pink and Teal Spirals Ankara that we have in our Etsy shop! This is so cool! This particular piece is by Nigerian plus size designer Designs by Rehabiah. Founded by interior designer Temitope Adedipo-Olagbegi, who seeing the apparent challenges facing this category …
Ever wondered what to make with your African wax prints? Ankara dresses are a great way to make a fashion statement and have the added bonus of being the perfect canvas for a bold large print. You get to appreciate the more intricate fabric designs especially the larger print motifs. Here are a few of …
Check out this fabulous outfit. Lavinia made the gorgeous kimono jacket from our Orange and Blue Peacock Kitenge fabric. It is elegantly layered over a jumpsuit with a great contrast of colours and textures. Check out more of her makes on her Instagram account (handle- @baba_jole).
Funky men’s shoes by Kaynadu, made out of our Purple and Ice Blue Batik. These are reminiscent of Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s shoes worn during many of his shows! Check out the shoe brand Kaynadu for a selection of funky print shoes, not just for men, but women as well.
There have got to be some perks with being friends with someone who runs a fabric store right? Well our one and only @missbenedetto gets to enjoy one. It is in the form of the Wiksten Haori Jacket which we made from a combination of a Green and Red Ghanaian wax print on the outside and the colour …
Featured Designer- Acme Atelier
Andrea Chapelle is the bespoke kilt maker behind Acme Atelier. There is something so special about her kilts, each one is a work of art and look as though they were made with such love and care. Even more interesting is her contemporary approach to the use of textiles. The combinations; colour and texture are beautiful. As a Nigerian that wore a Black Watch tartan kilt as school uniform, I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the use of the strip fabric from Nigeria, Aso-oke, feature in a number of her creations. They also sometimes incorporate batik and wax print fabrics. It is as lovely ‘marriage’ as though that is where they always wanted to be! It just works.
Then came this very special piece shown above that actually just made me stop in my tracks. Do go and read the beautiful story behind its creation in the Kilt gallery where you will see other examples of Andrea’s work. I am also a lover of denim (its those selvedges) and having never seen a denim kilt, I feel like it is what is missing from my life. I am joking but how many times and ways can I say I am taken by these creations. Textures, contracts, bold colours. These are all elements I love and why I am such a fan.
Head over to www.acmeatelier.co.uk to see what I am talking about. You just might have found that special commission you have been looking for. I have something in mind myself. Enjoy the rest of the week and have a great weekend.
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