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Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion. All Rights Reserved. Copyright. Please contact us for republishing permission and citation formatting. Photo Source: Unsplash, Ethan Bodnar There are strict standards that govern couture clothing. Many designer that claim, albeit loosely, to be couture are not indeed couture. During a time when clothes were custom made, couture gained its rise and prominence and places like Paris, as on might expect. A couple of factors contributed to the decline of couture. A world war and the industrial revolution feed the demand and desire for more affordable clothing. And out of these, among other factors, ready to ware was born. Shoppers went from several fittings made by skillful masters to picking their clothes straight off the racks hot of industrial clothing factories. Those who could not afford dressmakers would likely have made their own dresses at home, had it made more inexpensively and likely kept their clothing a lot longer than the throw away nature of ready to wear. With ready to ware clothing industry stores are constantly changing their offerings based on seasons and many times more often than just the four seasons. Because clothes became more affordable and lesser quality than couture clothing the ware cycle of the clothing became much shorter. Handmade clothing, at Shidonna Raven Fashion, is a revival of the timeless tradition of couture clothing that still is in high demand today but rarely truly obtained. Our clothing and accessorizes are all handmade one at a time with the same mastery techniques of traditional coutur-ist. What is the definition of couture? What are couture techniques? Why do you love couture? #fashion #women #couture #handmadeandcouture #couturetechniques #home #clothing #shidonnaraven #accessories #shidonnaravenfashion #handmade

Source: Fashion Over 40 Shidonna Raven Fashion Photo Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion - Long Seed Scarf We absolutely love scarves. I am not sure how one could tell. Our favorite style is look 6, also known as the Parisian. Who does not like Paris? Which style do you like? Why? Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #women #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #autumnfashion #elegantwaystowearawinterscarf #womensfashion #fall #winterscarf #clothes #shidonnaraven #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #winterfashion

Photo Source: Unsplash, Sharon McCutcheon Help Make winter a little warmer for our brothers and sisters in need! As the days grow colder and the holidays approach, the Franciscan Center is reaching out to our friends in the community to help us provide warm clothing, toiletries, and other essential items to the men, women, and children who come to our door seeking help. Your faith community, school, office or family can make an important difference in our community in the days ahead by collecting warm coats, hats, scarves, gloves, socks and other critical items for the Franciscan Center. Our Holiday Giving Tree Project supplies essential winter clothing such as hats, coats, scarves, mittens, thermal underwear and socks, as well as personal toiletry items to those in need. Items for children and babies such as diapers, baby food and formula, small jackets, mittens, and knitted hats are in especially short supply. We ask that you collect new, unwrapped items for the men, women, and children whom we serve at the Franciscan Center, which we will distribute throughout the holiday season and into the coldest months this winter. Items can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Franciscan Center, 101 W. 23rd Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. If you would like to help, please contact Angela Hall, Director of Outreach at (410) 467-5340, Ext. 113 or ahall@fcbmore.org For more information, contact Angela Hall, Director of Outreach, at (410) 467-5340, Ext. 113 or ahall@fcbmore.org . #fashion #donating #shidonnaravenfacom #donations #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #donation #christmas #fashionfortheholidays #autumnfashion #giftofgiving #givingtree #charity #philanthropy #franciscancenter #holidays #fall #clothes #shidonnaraven #kawanzaa #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #winterfashion #hanukkah #warmwinterclothes

Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion. All Rights Reserved. Copyright. Please contact us for republishing permission and citation formatting. xPhoto Source: Atle Mo They say giving is truly better than receiving. Our box hat and ear warmers coupled with a Coach wristlet were recently given as a birthday gift just before the holidays. Its true, that we are partial to our own purses. Nonetheless, this set has been pared well with this Coach wristlet to offer the recipient a diverse wardrobe and should make a handsome and warm winter set. Look for our box hat and ear warmers some time this winter or pre-order your own. What will you be giving your friends and family this holiday season? How far have you gotten with your holiday list? Which holidays do you celebrate? Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #earwarmers #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfa.com #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #boxhat #christmas #fashionfortheholidays #autumnfashion #womensfashion #holidays #fall #hat #giftgiving #clothes #shidonnaraven #kawanzaa #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #winterfashion #hanukkah

Shidonna Raven Fashion Source: Cottonbro on Pexles Photo Source: Mel Poole Who has been naughty and who has been nice? Who has made it on your holiday gift giving list this year? Who ever they are giving the gift that keeps giving: Fashion! Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfa.com #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #christmas #fashionfortheholidays #autumnfashion #womensfashion #holidays #fall #clothes #shidonnaraven #kawanzaa #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #winterfashion #hanukkah

Autumn and Winter Fashion Trends Shidonna Raven Fashion Photo Source: Unsplash, We could not agree more with these fashion trends. Although we are more style conscious, we understand that style is truly timeless and shows up time after time. Capes – for autumn and winter capes we have our ‘seed pullover’ which you are sure to enjoy this season and many seasons after. It gives a regal touch that can be dressed casual or up. Knit wear – what can we say. Knits are the king of autumn and winter. We agree they will definitely be apart of this seasons fashion statements as they are season after season in their own way. Belts & Accessories – There are so many belts and accessories to choose from. As advised in the video, wrap these belts around a blazer for a standout fall fashion look. Wear it with all woven fabrics are pair it with a little knit wear. Red – Red is a fabulous splash of color that compliments the colors we often see in nature particularly during the fall when all the leaves are truing warm gold, brown and umber tones. You will find red throughout our fashion collections. Sweater Vests / Grandpa Vest – This look is popping up everywhere this season in all sorts of ways. You will find a sweater vest along with all these other wonder winter fashion options. Shop our ‘cable vest’ for a charming autumn fashion statement. Skirt – we love knits and knits love skirts. Our skirt(s) are a true standout piece that fits well into this season in its own unique, head turning way. We love wearing this skirt. What are your favorite fashion forward looks for this season? What timeless options did you see? How will you style the pieces you choose from our collections? Just click above and start off your autumn / winter season and send us your own pictures and videos all styled up! Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfacom #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #autumnfashion #fallfashiontrends #womensfashion #fall #clothes #shidonnaraven #wearskirtsinautumnandwinter #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #winterfashion #fashiontrends #autumnandwinterfashiontrends #trends

WAYS TO WEAR SKIRTS IN AUTUMN & WINTER Source: Samio Shidonna Raven Fashion Photo Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion - Pipper Skirt We are all about fashion and styling around here. What was your favorite style? They all look so timeless. How do you like to style your skirts? What is your favorite autumn look? How can you incorporate pieces from our collection into your look?…. Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! Thank you, Samio #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfacom #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #autumnfashion #womensfashion #skirts #fall #clothes #shidonnaraven #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #waystowearskirts #winterfashion #waystowearskirtsinautumnandwinter

Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion. Copyright. All Rights Reserved. Please contact us for republishing permission and citation formatting. Photo Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion - Cable Cowl Falling into fashion during the winter months is as timeless as the scarf itself. Having experienced the cold climates of the Northeast, we know winter and we know winter well. Our winter collection is designed with warmth and comfort at the top of the list. Our timeless pieces will soon become your winter treasures and go tos that give you the pop of stand out fashion one needs during the winter months when color is lacking in nature. Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfacom #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #fallfashion #autumnfashion #womensfashion #fall #coat #clothes #clothing #shidonnaraven #coats #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #outerwear

10 Ways to Style the Sweater Vest Shidonna Raven Fashion Photo Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion - Cable Vest What is your favorite color to wear during the winter? What is your favorite winter accessory? Where do you live? Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfacom #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #fallfashion #styling #autumnfashion #stylingthesweatervest #womensfashion #accessorizing #fall #clothes #clothing #shidonnaraven #shidonnaravenfashion #sweatervest #autumn #10waystostylethesweatervest

Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion. All Rights Reserved. Copyright. Please contact u s for republishing permission and citation formatting. Photo Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion - Chameleon Skirt The truth of the matter is in the midst of a pandemic many have become creative with their finances. Others have pivoted and adjusted to a different ways of working. Others have simply thrived in a pandemic market. This has left some getting creative with their wardrobe. As true fashionistas we understand fashion history and the market. The industrial revolution gave rise to ready to ware clothing and then to what some have coined as disposable clothing. This type of clothing is not made to last. The construction is made for a short time and is often based on trends rather than style. These type of shoppers are accustom to spending $30 dollars or less on a item lasting a few seasons or a few years at best. Its true those people who buy style rather than trend fashion will spend 6 even 10 times more than the people who buy disposable clothing. Rest assured their clothing does not go out of style because it is based on style rather than trends. And it last far longer than a few seasons or years because it is created or constructed to last. As we do with many things, fashion included, we reflect on how effective and useful it is. Ready to wear and disposable fashion was suppose to make fashion more affordable. Nonetheless, as with many things ….sometimes you get what you pay for and that is it. Ask yourself: how much did I spend on this shirt? How long did it last? How much did you spend on that item (divided by) per year you wore it? Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #trend #women #shidonnaravenfacom #covid #cheapclothesaretooexpensive #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #fallfashion #COVID19 #style #qualityclothesthatlast #autumnfashion #pandemic #womensfashion #fall #coronavirus #clothes #clothing #shidonnaraven #clothesthatareofvalue #shidonnaravenfashion #gettingmoreforyourmoney #autumn #corona #value

Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion. All Rights Reserved. Copyright. Please contact us for republishing permission and citation formatting. Photo Source: Unsplash, Sam Carter There are many amazing wools out there. And since winter is right around the corner for some and already here for others, lets talk about the wools we love and why. Our list is fairly short: we like merino wool and cashmere wool. Who does not like cashmere. But, to be more specific we think these two wools are the best wools because it offers the best of what wool has to offer: warmth and comfort. During the winter months we want warmth and comfort more than anything as we brave the winter weather. The only thing better than getting wool for the holidays is giving wool for the holidays. But, back to the wool. Many wools are lovely. However, the primary reason we like these two wools is their comfort of ware. They lack the itchiness that tends to plague other wools especially during long wear. Other less comfortable wools (itchy) are great for short term ware and for items that are not worn close to the body, such as a sweater vest. What are your favorite wools? How do you use them? Why? Most of our wools are merino and can be shopped here… Share the love with your fellow fashionistas by sharing this post with 3 friends and family members today! #fashion #women #bestwool #shidonnaravenfacom #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #winter #fallfashion #autumnfashion #womensfashion #fall #wools #wool #clothes #shidonnaraven #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #winterfashion #bestwools #woolswelove

Source: Shidonna Raven. Copyright. All Rights Reserved. Please contact us for republishing permission and citation formatting. Photo Source: Shidonna Raven Fashion - Long Seed Scarf There is nothing that says Autumn more than knits and the warm amber hues. Sure there are some great woven garments out during autumn. Truth be told the wovens that come out in the autumn just wish they were as thick and luscious as knits often are. Sure there are some light weight knits. However, knits want to be thick, comfortable and cozy: just what the body needs during those autumn months. So autumn belongs to knits! And we are all about the knits at Shidonna Raven Fashion so shop away. Tell us what your favorite sweater is like and why you like it so much. Which colors do you wear the most in autumn? What are your favorite things to add to your wardrobe in the fall? Share your answers with the community by posting them below. Share the wealth of fashion with your family and friends by sharing this article with 3 people today. #fashion #women #shidonnaravenfacom #knits #shidonnaravenfashiondesign #fallfashion #autumnfashion #womensfashion #fall #coat #clothes #clothing #shidonnaraven #coats #shidonnaravenfashion #autumn #outerwear