Courage Dear Heart Atelier Skirt

$148.00
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Our Atelier Skirt: inspired by memory, made for daydreams.

This special piece began in a sunlit flea market in France, where we discovered an antique skirt—soft with age, rich with history, and sadly, too tattered to wear. We fell in love with it and brought it home, where it rested for years, waiting. At last, we’ve reimagined the design and the silhouette—preserving its romance while weaving in a little story of our own.

As a little girl, wildflowers grew in the woods near our house. White fawn lilies nodded in the shade of trees, trumpet honeysuckle glowed like lanterns, and the deep, dusky blooms of chocolate lilies hid in the grass. I used to believe they were fairy skirts, left behind after midnight dances in the forest. (My mother told me never to pick them or the fairies wouldn't come back. I took that very seriously. I still do ;)) Our Atelier Skirt’s flowing lower panel is finished with a soft flounce inspired by those wild blooms, designed to move with you like petals in the breeze. The little ties along the flounce can be left loose for a more bohemian, undone look, or tied into small bows for a touch of old-world French charm. 

We’ve added an easy elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring to make it as comfortable as it is flattering, and it’s designed to suit a wide range of shapes and sizes. And yes—there are pockets (because fairies need pockets)! Crafted from our signature custom-woven fabric, it drapes beautifully and feels as lovely as it looks—light, flowy, and endlessly wearable.
A skirt for everyday adventures, daydreams, and moonlit wandering— and perhaps even for dancing, if the fairies happen to be near :)


xo,
Danielle

About the Print:

Love, faith, and courage… we designed this piece as a reminder to keep all three close when the road feels long! This beautiful, dramatic print was created using archival artwork from the 1800’s — including floral wreaths & fountains from Victorian lithographs, and an 1878 hand-coloured Sacred Heart illustration. The words “Love is an arrow, aim true”, and “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”, are hidden in the design as little talismans of strength. The words “courage, dear heart”, repeated on the trim, were inspired by a quote from C.S. Lewis — the author of the Narnia Chronicles. The result is a dramatic and rich print that we hope will encourage you to give yourself grace, celebrate your tenacious spirit, and always, always take heart. 

100% viscose (derived from plant fibres such as bamboo and wood). Machine wash gentle or handwash and hang to dry. Iron to finish if needed.

Our Atelier Skirts are available in two size-runs. S/M will fit approximately size 4/10 and the L/XL will fit approximately size 12/18. We take all our measurements on a garment lying flat. So the circumference would be roughly double the listed number.

General approximate measurements — S/M: Length 93cm. Waist (flat) 39cm and with elastic stretched 61cm. L/XL: Length 93cm. Waist (flat) 42cm and with elastic stretched 65cm. Model is 5'9 for reference and is wearing the S/M. 

"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage."
— Anais Nin

“The best way out is always through.”
— Robert Frost

“But no one except Lucy knew that as it circled it had whispered to her, "Courage, dear heart," and the voice, she felt sure, was Aslan’s.” — C.S. Lewis, The Narnia Chronicles

How To Wear

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This skirt is one of those special pieces that feels just as beautiful dressed up as it does for everyday adventures. With its flowy silhouette, softly flounced hem, and dramatic floral print, it has endless styling possibilities! For everyday wear, pair it with a cream or black cashmere sweater, ankle boots or classic sneakers, a well-loved leather bag, and delicate gold jewelry for a look that's equal parts comfortable and timeless. If you're in the mood for something a little more romantic, style it with the matching Pixie Duster or a flowing peasant blouse with soft billowed sleeves. Finish the look with your favourite boots or ballet flats and let the skirt swirl around you as you dance through your day! For a look that's playful and a little unexpected, try it with a graphic tee, platform loafers and a classic denim or leather jacket. And don’t forget to tie the tassels into bows (or leave them loose for a carefree, bohemian vibe). However you style it, we hope this skirt becomes a piece you reach for whenever you want to carry a little extra love and courage.

Our Muse

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This is usually the space where we explore the art and artists behind our designs. But this time, I’d like to use this paragraph as a little message to you! If you’re reading this, and if you’re struggling, remember that no feeling is permanent and every situation — however hard — is temporary. You are stronger and braver than you know, and one day soon the clouds will break and sun will warm your beautiful face. Be brave, Dear Heart. 

xo,

Danielle

More Inspo

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In 1800’s and early 1900’s before the era of screens, advertisers needed their print ads and store displays to be as eye catching and visually captivating as possible to grab the viewer’s attention. Posters, magazine prints ads, and in-store backdrops during the Victorian period were often riotous, colourful, and packed with lush visuals. The more flourishes the better! We absolutely love working with these antique art pieces… they still manage to capture the imagination, even hundreds of years later.

The Poem

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Do not forget the lion
in your belly. Asleep
these years, the warm
patient creature of hope 
who stretches to the light, 
even on a night 
without stars. Did you forget
she has teeth? Wake her.