L to R Greek Madras, Campus Madras, Quad Madras
Nothing says summer like madras…cool, refreshing in fiber (cotton) and color. Yes, we know you could make a patchwork yourself! But truly wouldn’t you rather have it all done for you and all you have to do is construct the garment? We found our newest selections from a well-known supplier and were pleased with the quality of the stitching.
Stitching on reverse of patchwork madras
Serged and topstitched at the seams, this lightweight, airy cotton is perfect for shirts, blouses, skirts, jackets, shifts, loose shorts or crops. You can have fun with accessories too.
Ruffles hit the spotlight in spring 2008 and they are back bigger than ever for spring 2009. Feminine and romantic, this look has made its way into dresses, shirt fronts and even gusseted into coats. Even just touches of ruffle, skirting across a hem or sleeve edge, or a tiny delicate waterfall on a shirt front can add softening to silhouettes. An off-center thin line of small ruffling down a shirt or skirt can add length to your look or adding a long ruffled scarf will do for a nod to this hot fashion look.
You don’t need a detector to find metals out there in the marketplace this season. You can find their influences everywhere! From weighty chains, grommets and buckles on accessories to the mating of the shiny stuff with fabric in chenilles, brocades, sheers, knits and even laminated onto cottons, the current craze of Europe.
Summer 2007 is definitely flirty and feminine with skirts replacing shorts in many venues! Whether you choose prints or solids, be sure you use a fabric with drape — 
Transition into Spring with a cotton chenille jacket in verdant green! The weight will keep you warm and the fiber will breath to let you enjoy the changeable weather! Team with our black/Lycra Cool Wool and a full-bodied printed knit. Substitute soft white or light green coordinates as you move towards warmer days.