Slow Made Revolution

Did you catch all of the amazing posts on social media about Fashion Revolution week last week? There's over 30k in posts on Instagram right now under #fashionrevolutionweek alone! Wow! What a global movement we have happening right now!

#FashionRevolution  https://www.instagram.com/fash_rev/ It's so inspiring to see SO many home grown businesses, designers, makers, up-cyclers and creative’s creating this amazing dialogue surrounding topics about sustainable choices, the slow made culture and ethically made fashion. Now in the 5th year running, we were more than happy to take part in the campaign this past week throwing in a few posts of our small (but fierce) team This morning I woke up to the most amazing thank you email from the team at Fashion Revolution Week and I wanted to share their words because to be quite honest I don't think there's any way for me to paraphrase this movement any better... "It is because of your voice, persistence and continued support that we have grown to become the biggest fashion activism movement on the planet. We are stronger when we speak and work together. Thank you so much! Please keep walking alongside us on the journey towards a fair, clean, safe and more beautiful fashion industry."

We are proud that Fashion Revolution Week highlights the processes and celebrates the makers behind our clothing, those who are so often invisible and marginalized. We are proud that Fashion Revolution Week also showcases the young designers who are starting their journey with innovation and sincerity at the heart of their businesses and celebrates the trailblazers who are using their power to change the fashion industry from the inside.  It is a Fashion Week that values brands for their openness and not their mystery, that calls for permanent legislation and not just passing trends, and that encourages people to fall back in love with the clothes they already own rather than sells the latest styles.

Thank you for supporting us on social media, for asking #WhoMadeMyClothes, for responding with #IMadeYourClothes and for taking part in one or more of the well over 1,000 events that were held globally this week alone. To carry the conversation a bit further we had the opportunity to talk with Andrea Beca this morning, in our creative studio, on her pod cast "That's So Maven". We chatted about topics surrounding slow made culture the slow fashion movement, sustainability, being an entrepreneur and long time boss lady, feelings on soon to be motherhood + everything in between.  Super cool that she chose us to be her very first Vancouver interviewee too! Catch the segment on her web page coming soon www.yegmavens.com also check out her Instagram page for some very inspiring stories @yegmavens  I'll sign off this month's blog post by saying that one resounding message I kept hearing through the last week's dialogue was the feeling of overwhelm many of us feel when it comes to making empowered choices for a more sustainable lifestyle.  Keep in mind there are so many different ways to create change. The most important thing to keep in mind is keep learning and keep trying and keep sharing until sustainable choices become second nature. Starting with saying no to that plastic bag at the grocery store, bring your own portable food + drink containers, shop local as much a possible and consider sourcing vintage, second hand or gently loved items. Repair items as apposed to throwing them away or pass them on!  Together we can all be apart of the change we wish to see for a healthier more positive future. Much love, Team Adhesif  xo

Gertrude's Haus - Making of Spring Summer 2018

I remember the first time I walked into Gertrude's house. 

It was pure magic like stepping back into time. 

There stood before me in all its glory a perfectly curated museum like film set for a Wes Anderson film that has yet to be discovered. 

Filled with vintage silk brocade chaise lounges, damask wall paper, porcelain tea ware, mixed with baroque and art nouveau influences in total pristine condition. 

Such class, such charm, such elegance...I was visually blissed out. I knew I had to figure out a way to preserve this relic of a style long forgotten. So when the opportunity to do a photo shoot in this magical place came up, I of course jumped on right on it.

Just to back up a little bit. You might be asking yourself "Who's Gertrude" and "How did I come across her house" Good questions!

Gertrude is a fabulously stylish woman who lived a legacy in the fashion world in her own day. 

She was a high end lingerie boutique owner, importing lingerie from from France & Italy back in the 70's and up, she was a world traveller among many other things and also the Grandmother of my husband who resides in a small village north of Frankfurt Germany. The same village my husband was born in, grew up in and also the same place where we got married last summer. 

To make things even more special,  I got dressed in her home on the day of my marriage, last August alongside my bridesmaids and my mother, where my good friend Cindy Labrecque took some lovely photo's with her  film camera to commemorate the day.

Here are the images we came up with from our Spring-Summer 2018 Collection all of which are now currently available on our Etsy shop. 

As usual, all of the up-cycled designs in this collection are one-of-a-kind because they are made with an assortment of vintage materials like lace, embroidered cashmere, silk, vintage kimono fabric, men's dress shirts and many other special hand sourced treasures so if you see something you like you know what do!

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/600475443/bella-bolero-sweater-small-medium?ref=shop_home_feat_4

Find this lovely vintage lace dress design on our Etsy shop

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/586164868/grace-in-lace-dress-small-medium-black?ref=shop_home_feat_3

We're crazy about kimonos! 

Find this lovely lightweight Japanese inspired blouse made with vintage kimono fabrics on our Etsy shop while quantities last

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/586179138/kitch-k-mono-blouse-one-size-rework-blue?ref=shop_home_feat_2

Find this whimsical red infused frock (with pockets!) on our Etsy shop

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/586170208/lady-in-red-dress-smallmedium-one-of-a?ref=shop_home_active_15

Channel your inner sultry lounge singer in our Lady Sings the Blues dress, 

now available on our Etsy shop

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/586429862/lady-sings-the-blues-dress-small-medium?ref=shop_home_active_14

This lovely Pashmina infused embroidered wool kimono jacket is also reversible and has pockets! 

A real work of art and a great stylish Spring alternative to a lightweight jacket this season. 

Totally one-of-a-kind and now up for grabs on our Etsy shop 

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/586161194/embroidered-nico-kimono-one-size-relaxed?ref=shop_home_active_3

This one-size dress design is made in part from an amazing flexible black accordion pleated fabric with a wonderful drape. A seasonless style that looks great layered in cooler weather.

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/586438740/confession-dress-one-size-spring?ref=shop_home_feat_1

Spring-Summer 2018 Creative Team Credits

Photography - Thomas Ruppel

http://www.thomas-ruppel.de/

Model - Rebecca Krause

Paragon Models

Make Up Artistry - Christine Raab

https://christine-raab.de/

Shot on location in 

Königstein - Im Taunus, Northern Germany 

  

A Little Adhesif Anyone?

We've got EXCITING NEWS!

Yup! That's right! We've started an up-cycled toddlers + kids line of  which consists of gender neutral jackets + sweaters!

 

We've got so many ADORABLE pieces being made right now...

Since 2018 has rolled around we've been working up a storm in our creative studio putting together our first run of stock for the Bloom Baby Market which just so happens to be on my birthday! 

Yippie!

 I think that's a good omen, no?

Set in the heart of historic Fort Langley, Bloom Market is a unique carefully curated market where 28+ local artists and artisans showcase their work in the heart of the Fraser Valley. Admission is $2. Kids under 12 are always free. And proceeds from each market benefiting a local charity, which changes with each market.

Bloom Baby Market

MARCH 24th

9 - 3pm

http://www.bloommarket.com/

DON’T MISS OUT! ONE DAY ONLY! 

Fort Langley Community Hall – 9167 Glover Rd, Langley B.C Canada

If you have any little ones in your life then you definitely do not want to miss this VERY popular event! This will be our first ever event featuring our kids line. 

Check out all the amazing vendors at Bloom Market's Instagram page

https://www.instagram.com/bloommarketfortlangley/?hl=en

Hope to see you there!

Team Adhesif

xo

Stay Chic + Have Fun with Style At Any Age

We thought we would kick off 2018 with a blog post about the evolution of style and how that translates to us woman as we mature in our lives and tastes in fashion.

(Photo by Tanja Heffner)

Many of our own long term clients & avid return customers, for Adhesif Clothing, are women in their 50's and 60's who LOVE the sometimes quirky (and always whimsical)  individual personalities of our one-of-a-kind up-cycled designs...really it's just about finding that one piece that jumps out and speaks to you and and of course there's nothing better than a garment that feels good on as well as looks fantastic too. 

Having a cut that works with your body type is really important, once you have something that fits well you can really have fun with texture. color and patterns!

 Many of us, at different stages in our lives fall into a mentality where we think just because we're aging and our bodies are maturing that it means we can't be as expressive with our style, that it’s impossible to look good and feel, dare we say it, sexy? But that’s not just true, and there are a lot of women who look absolutely stunning in their twilight years.

Ageing is a natural process in life. And with age comes change; as you look into the mirror, you’ll notice that the person you are today may look very different from who you were 10 or 20 years ago. However, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t look great in your 60's and beyond—after all, age is just a number. 

You’re always changing, so it’s only right that your sense of style should evolve and reflect who you are right now. Senior women in Canada are more active and are earning more money than ever, and it’s time to reward yourself with the gift of looking chic and timeless while you’re in your 60s. 

Here are easy ways to look fashionable in your golden years.

Learn to layer well

Layering your clothes in a stylish way can make you look great in your 60s. You can layer a chunky sweater over a slim-cut long-sleeved top to stay warm yet fashionable. Pair this combo with well-cut trousers or jeans. Be adventurous when layering—try a vest over a billowy tunic, or belt a long cardigan over a thin t-shirt. Make sure to pay attention to proportions to ensure that you look elegant and not bulky.

(Above photo by Clem Onojeghuo)

Choose comfortable yet beautiful shoes

Shoes can make or break any outfit. However, don’t go for outmoded heels or dated footwear. There are a lot of great looking shoes out there that are comfortable yet won’t make you look frumpy. Take your pick from fashionable flats, classic sneakers, boots, or pumps. Go for classic shapes for versatility, but have one fun pair for special events and parties.

(Above photo by Alexandra Gorn)

Accessorize

Spice up your outfit with well-chosen accessories. A long or chunky necklace can add interest to a plain t-shirt and trousers combo...

(Above photo by Pete Bellis)

...while a silver or gold watch paired with several bracelets can make any outfit instantly chic. A small or medium-sized leather bag in a rich colour such as chocolate, navy, maroon, or bottle green can elevate any outfit.

Don’t forget makeup

New research finds that when coupled with sunscreen, makeup can shield your skin against environmental ageing effects. 

A good makeup routine can make you look more energized, no matter how tired you feel. A little foundation or tinted moisturizer, brow product, eyeliner, blush, and lipgloss can also boost your spirits and make you feel more confident.

(Above photo by Tanja Heffner)

With a little effort and being open to trying new things, it’s possible to look stylish while in your 60s. Follow these tips to look chic and fabulous every day.

We would like to thank Lucy Lane, a professional freelance writer, for contributing towards this month's blog post. Lucy also edits for a fashion site, where she can combine her writing with her love of quirky fashion trends. Despite being married with two children, Lucy has vowed never to grow up, as she feels she could never be as glamorous and sophisticated as her mother, her lifelong inspiration.

Thank you Lucy! <3 XO