• Christa Fiedler-Marant

    Christa Fiedler-Marant

    For Mother’s Day, this post is dedicated to Christa Fiedler-Marant, the high-fashion model, talent agent, and mother of designer Isabel Marant. Born in Munich, Christa Fiedler was a prominent model of the 1960s who went on to co-found a Paris modelling agency, Models International, with fellow model Simone D’Aillencourt. She married Claude Marant, a French…

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  • Patterns in Vogue: Tax Time Edition
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    Patterns in Vogue: Tax Time Edition

    “What Really Works…” is a tongue-in-cheek Vogue editorial that pairs office wear — including an early ’80s pattern by Chloé — with now-vintage tech. The Chloé pattern is Vogue 2855 (view C), made up in striped, lightweight Arthur Zeiler Woolens suiting from B&J Fabrics. The editorial emphasizes soft fabrics — perfect for staying comfortable while…

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Sarah Sheehan has published articles on couture patterns in DRESS and Selvedge. She launched the PatternVault blog in 2011 with a series on Givenchy sewing patterns by Alexander McQueen. This blog explores the intersections between high fashion and DIY culture. Read full bio.