Overview
The Ella Dress is the centerpiece of our Spring/Summer collection. It’s fully handmade in Peru using undyed organic Pima cotton and features intricate hand-crochet detailing along the hem and neckline. The result is a breezy yet intentional silhouette that floats with you from slow mornings to golden hour dinners.
Available in two shades that celebrate natural cotton:
Cream: pure and timeless
Cream & Coffee: natural cream with hand-crochet trim in soft brown
Whether worn barefoot in the sand or paired with leather flats and a sunhat, the Ella Dress brings comfort and elegance into balance.
Part of the Boardroom to Boardwalk Collection
Launched in August, this collection honors growth beneath the surface, soft resilience, emotional bloom, and winter's quiet rituals. Each piece is hand-knit in Peru by women-led artisan workshops using 100% certified baby alpaca.
The Dreamer
Move through a museum in it with a journal in hand
The Rebuilder
Wears it with the Rose Sweater to keep cozy with tea in hand
The Luminary
Dresses it up with sharp boots to run errands in the city
See the Craft
Watch Guadalupe, one of our lead knitters, bring this piece to life.
ME Maria Elena
- Cusco, Peru
"When I knit, I think about the woman who will wear this piece. 1| imagine her strength, her dreams, her journey. Every stitch carries my hopes for her happiness."
500 hours
Total Craft Time
25 Years
Experience
The 300 Hour Journey
Yarn selection 40 hours
Pattern Preparation 40 hours
Crochet Process: 160 hours
Finishing touches 72 hours
A Note from Your Artisan
Every piece arrives with a handwritten card from the artisan who made it, including their initials, the date of completion, and a personal message.
Materials That Honor You
Every fiber is chosen for how it feels against your skin, how it moves with your body, and how it honors the earth.
Freedom of Movement
The lightweight knit structure gives the dress a fluid, effortless drape. The lower fabric density and natural mechanical stretch of the knit allow it to move with you — never restrictive, always responsive to your pace.
Adaptive Fit
Pima cotton’s extra-long staple fibers create a smoother, more elastic knit, giving the dress gentle stretch without any added synthetics. It naturally adapts to your shape, maintaining comfort and ease throughout the day.
Breathable Ease
The long, fine fibers of undyed Pima cotton improve airflow through the yarn itself, keeping the fabric naturally cool against your skin. The open hand-crocheted details enhance ventilation even further, allowing heat to escape and light to move through the garment. Its moisture-regulating properties let the fiber absorb up to 8% of its weight in humidity without ever feeling damp. It’s ideal for warm, sunny days.
Effortless Grace
Because Pima fibers are smoother and longer, the fabric drapes cleanly with fewer micro-wrinkles and less surface friction. The result is a soft, fluid silhouette that moves with you and stays polished from morning to night.
100% undyed Organic Pima Cotton
Pure, uncolored, and intentionally simple. Crafted from extra-long staple fibers averaging 1.4–1.5 inches, Pima cotton is naturally finer (2.8–3.2 microns) and stronger (40–50% higher tensile strength) than conventional cotton. These long, low-micron fibers allow the yarn to be spun at a higher twist-per-inch for durability (typically 25–35 TPI), while maintaining a smooth, low-pill surface. The result is a fabric that stays breathable, cool, and exceptionally soft. It’s a natural (and beautiful) match for warm summer days.
Care & Love
We recommend dry cleaning only. Do not machine wash. Store folded, not hung, to maintain structure.
How to Wear Your Story
Every piece is designed to adapt to your life, your moods, and your moments. Here's how to make it uniquely yours.
Date night
Complement the Foliage Skirt with boots and the Rose Sweater
Running Errands
Comfortable enough to wear with a cotton shirt and some sneakers
Your Winter of Becoming
This isn’t just about what you wear, it’s about how you move through change. Each piece in Blossom in Winter is made to steady you through transition, and remind you of resilience and grace.
Layer with Calm
Add the Rose Sweater over a dress or beneath a coat when the air turns crisp. Each layer gives you warmth and softness you can feel, and a calm start before you step out.
Trust Your Season
Some days call for the Foliage Scarf, others for the lightness of the skirt. Choose what feels right for your body that day. The pieces are made to adapt, not demand.
Wear Your Renewal
These aren’t clothes to perform in, they’re meant to live with you. Whether you’re staying in or stepping forward, wear them as you’re evolving, at your own pace.
How the Ella Dress Compares
Feature | Ella Dress | Typical Premium Dress |
|---|---|---|
Material | 100% Undyed Organic Pima Cotton | Cotton blends with synthetic dyes or fibers |
Craftsmanship | Fully handmade with crochet detailing | Machine-made in bulk |
Production Scale | Only 40 dresses total this season | Thousands per design |
Ethical Standards | Transparent sourcing, fair wages, women-led teams | Often unclear or unverified |
Longevity | Holds shape, no pilling, heirloom quality | May fade, stretch, or pill after wash cycles |
Most dresses prioritize cost efficiency. We prioritize care, quality, and integrity you can feel.
Size & Fit
The Ella Dress comes in three blended sizes:
Size | Chest Width | Total Length | Waist Width |
|---|---|---|---|
XXS/XS | 21" | 36" | 20" |
S/M | 22" | 37" | 21" |
L/XL | 23" | 38" | 22" |
Fit Tip: Runs true to size with an easy, breezy cut. If you’re between sizes, size down for a more fitted silhouette.
Model Info: Sofia is 5'9" and wears size S/M.
