THE HOLIDAY COLLECTION
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And just like that, we're introducing our holiday collection, which means we've nearly made it through another year!
There’s always something particularly sweet about arriving at our holiday collection. It feels a little like tying the year up with a beautiful bow. And after all the experimenting, questioning, and changes of the past several months, I'm genuinely excited to share these pieces with you.
As always, my intention was to create things you could reach for well beyond the holidays but with a little touch of holiday magic in each and every piece.
And speaking of magic, this year's holiday photoshoot was a particularly special one. At the beginning of the year, I decided to have a little fun and get behind the camera myself. I've photographed quite a few of our collections since then, and it's become something I really enjoy doing.
Now, onto the pieces!
The Juliette Dress in Rouge à Lèvres
What a statement this one is!
Oversized, voluminous, and with a beautiful babydoll silhouette. This dress makes you feel like one big, beautiful present wrapped up with an ivory bow.
The Juliette is loved for her playful shape, and in this red raw silk, it really is something special. Keep in mind that there's a lot of fabric in this dress, but I mean, who doesn't love the idea of being wrapped in raw silk?
Because of its shorter, voluminous silhouette, we recommend wearing little bike shorts underneath if you plan on bending over or doing all the things we women somehow end up doing during the holidays. I personally love wearing mine with tights too.
A few details worth mentioning: the neckline is adjustable, so when you receive your dress, you can cinch it to your liking and make sure the sleeves sit in a way that covers your bra straps. And of course, there are pockets!
I can really see this becoming one of those special pieces you bring out year after year, creating new holiday memories in it each time.
The Girlie Skirt in Nocturne Plaid
There's something about the texture of the fabric that gives the print an almost subtle sparkle. It's not actually sparkly, but the way the light catches the texture gives it a little something extra. So perfect for the holiday season.
The Girlie Skirt has been part of our collections for a few seasons now, and I think the reason it resonates so well with you is that it's incredibly comfortable while still being flattering.
Its construction is actually quite simple: two rectangles of fabric sewn together, an elastic waistband with an adjustable tie, and two side slits for ease of movement. You can wear it at your natural waist or a little lower, depending on what feels best to you.
And when it comes to styling, of course it looks beautiful with black, because what doesn't? But I find this print really comes alive when paired with white or ivory.
We photographed it with our Doll Blouse in Whipped Butter for the holiday shoot, and I just love how the two look together.
The Doll Blouse in Red Clay
I don't think she needs much of an introduction at this point!
The Doll Blouse has become one of the styles we're known for, and truthfully, I had no intention of adding yet another colour to the lineup this season.
But while transitioning some of our fabrics from an American supplier to a Canadian one, I came across this beautiful deep red organic cotton and immediately fell in love.
What I particularly love about this shade is how flattering and easy it is to wear. Sometimes a deep red can feel like a colour you need to be in the mood for, or one that requires a little more thought when putting an outfit together.
This one feels different. Almost like a neutral version of red, if that makes any sense! Rich and beautiful, but surprisingly easy to pair with the rest of your wardrobe.
It felt like the perfect addition for the season ahead, and I couldn't resist.
The Claire Blouse in Noir
Earlier this fall, we introduced the Claire Blouse, a very classic, feminine silhouette that looks just as beautiful buttoned up as it does worn open like a little cardigan.
While going through our fabrics, I came across a roll of black crinkled cotton that we'd used for a dress several seasons ago. I immediately pictured the Claire in this fabric and decided to go for it.
So we made a small batch, and I'm very happy we did.
One of the things I've loved most about having a storefront these past few years is getting to see the difference between what catches your attention online and what you're naturally drawn to in person.
The Claire is a perfect example of this. It's one of those pieces that people gravitate toward when they see it on the rack and try it on. There's something about its chic, classic silhouette and the way it fits that really speaks for itself in person.
And while our storefront chapter is coming to a close, that's one of the little things I'll miss about it. (Also numbers are limited in this piece because we've already sold quite a few at the store - I could not resist keeping it a surprise, sorry!)
Personally, I also find that the holidays are when I naturally reach for black more than at any other time of year. There's just something about a beautiful black blouse that feels so right for the season.
I'm especially excited to have this one in my wardrobe.
The harly jae Stockings
We've been making this version of our stocking for a few years now, and I honestly don't think I'll ever get tired of seeing them come to life.
There's something about their playful, feminine shape that makes my heart so happy. I almost think of them as little pieces of jewelry for the home, the same way a beautiful tassel or a ribbon can add that unexpected finishing touch to something.
They're sweet, a little whimsical, and just so fun to have hanging around the house during the holidays.
I hope they bring a little bit of that same joy to your home, too!
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And there we have it! It feels especially meaningful to end a year of so much change with a collection that was simply so much fun to dream up, create, and photograph.
I hope these pieces find their way into your holiday traditions, whether that's dressing up for a special evening, gathering around the table with people you love, or simply making an ordinary December day feel a little more festive.
Our holiday collection goes live on Wednesday, November 18th, and everything will be ready to ship by the end of November, just in time for the holidays.
Thank you for being here, for following along with this year's experiment, and for continuing to make room for harly jae in your wardrobes and homes.
Here's to a little holiday magic. xox
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