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My Mum Made It: 5 Pieces Every Modern Romantic Needs
- CSP Times
- 50 minutes ago
- 2 min read
There’s a quiet alchemy at work in My Mum Made It, the Australian label whose signature is a tender kind of nostalgia, reinterpreted for the contemporary wardrobe. Think cotton, broderie anglaise, and hand-rolled leather, all crafted with such intention that each piece feels like a curated diary entry — delicate, deliberate, and just a touch mischievous. Here, five of their standout designs, each framed as a declaration for the woman who navigates the world stylishly, thoughtfully, and without compromise.
For the Daydreamer — Lace Eyelet Midi Skirt
This skirt is what happens when innocence meets architectural precision. Cut from cotton broderie anglaise with flared godet panels, it flirts with every breeze while remaining perfectly composed. Fully lined, it transitions effortlessly from a sun-drenched brunch in Toorak to a moonlit garden soirée, evoking a grown-up romance that is equal parts whimsical and intentional.
For the Practical Romantic — Wrap Bloomer Shorts, White
The wrap bloomer shorts are a lesson in understated ingenuity. A skirt overlay disguises the elastic-waist bloomers beneath, striking a flawless balance between modesty and ease. Organic cotton drapes softly over the body, while the wrap tie adds a hint of flirty charm. It’s editorial dressing without effort: functional, refined, and the sort of piece that feels essential when the world demands both movement and poise.
For the Whimsical Footwear Aficionado — Rosette Sheepskin Mary Janes, Marigold
Vintage reverie meets modern craft in these Mary Janes. Hand-rolled leather rosettes crown buttery sheepskin in a marigold hue that reads like sunshine captured in footwear. The softly squared toe references old-world elegance, while the adjustable strap ensures it’s unmistakably contemporary. These are shoes that invite a double-take — they’re nostalgic yet wholly now, playful without ever veering into costume.
For the Adventurous Minimalist — Rosette Pocket Boots, Saddle
If footwear could tell a story, these boots would whisper secrets. Sculpted saddle leather, embossed with delicate rosette motifs, conceals a tiny hidden pocket — a wink to practicality. They are the boots you reach for when the city demands poise and the weekend beckons mystery, effortlessly bridging function and fantasy with editorial finesse.
For the Effortlessly Confident — Button Mini Dress, Bone
A strapless silhouette in soft Pima cotton, the Button Mini Dress is an exercise in subtle rebellion. The slightly off-kilter row of buttons at the front gives the dress its quiet signature, while the elasticated back offers a forgiving sculpt. Worn alone, it is sunlit sophistication; paired with a cropped jacket, it is evening-ready. Confidence, ease, and irreproachable taste converge here, in a dress that feels like it was written for city streets and country escapes alike.
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