

A few of my favorite things
This October marks the 7thanniversary of turning my A-line dress hobby into a business by asking friends and family to host trunk shows,...


Traveling light in Germany with dresses
I just returned from a delightful trip to Germany with my daughter Helene. We spent a few days in Berlin, then drove, via the...


Pre-Fall is a Thing
Yes, Pre-Fall is actually a term in the fashion industry; used as a reminder, now that it’s August, that Autumn is around the corner. ...


Bon Voyage!
Andrea and Deborah (and many other customers) pack at least one DELLA DRESS when they travel. Our sturdy bold prints allow for multiple...


Appreciating Kate Spade
My friend Kim wrote a lovely blog on Kate Spade’s legacy that I cannot improve upon. http://northerncalstyle.com/2018/06/what-kate-spade...


NEW! Home Goods
A DELLA DRESS now makes napkins, lapkins (oversized napkins suitable for picnics), tea towels, scarves, zippered pouches and cushion...


Oversized=Chic + Super Cozy
A SMOCK Smock dresses were once associated with frumpy, mumsy maternity garments, but today they have been adopted by the younger...


My Family, Matka Silk, and I
Merry be your Christmas Peaceful be your Home Joyful be your Family Blessed be each One Lance, Andrea, Rhos, Helene, Sudsy Cheers!


Inspired by Emma Thompson
When I saw this dress on Emma Thompson in the movie 'Burnt', I swooned! After some digging, I learned that it actually belongs to her,...


Matka Silk for Fall + Winter
Matka silk has a rough texture that feels like tweed, drapes beautifully, and does not wrinkle. Lined with polka dot rayon or china silk...