The Art of Utility Spring/Summer 2025

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the art of utility

The Art of Utility: SS2025 Collection

The interplay between life and art has long sparked intellectual debate, oscillating between the philosophies of life imitating art and art imitating life. This discourse traces back to ancient musings and modern interpretations, with figures like Aristotle arguing that art mirrors life, encapsulating the essence of reality, while Oscar Wilde championed the notion that life reflects art, shaping itself through creative expression. In this dynamic dialogue, our SS2025 collection, “The Art of Utility,” finds its voice— a harmonious blend of nature, utility, and timeless elegance.

Architecture often mirrors the grandeur of nature, drawing inspiration from its inherent beauty and structural ingenuity. Nature, the ultimate architect, crafts landscapes that are both functional and breathtaking. Our collection channels this creativity, aiming to reflect nature’s artistry in every silhouette, cut, and fabric. We embrace the idea that strong design attempts to embody the natural world, resulting in garments that are both beautiful and purposeful.

“The Art of Utility” collection invites you to express your true self, fostering a sense of connectedness to nature through its relaxing tones, contemporary lines, and eco-friendly fabrics. Each piece is designed with the intent to form a capsule wardrobe that withstands the test of time, providing a versatile urban uniform that encourages individual creativity. At its core, utility drives our design philosophy—clothing with purpose, offering solutions for the modern woman navigating a world of fleeting trends and endless options.

Our collection addresses the need for more peace in dressing, creating garments that move with us rather than constrain us—allowing for self-expression that is as fluid and dynamic as nature itself. Embracing elements that fit your needs and identity, you are the artist of your own sartorial canvas, with our collection providing the palette and tools.

“Attuned choice by attuned choice, your entire life is a form of self-expression. You exist as a creative being in a creative universe. A singular work of art.” — Rick Rubin (The Creative Act: A Way of Being). Our SS2025 collection aims to embody this philosophy, offering garments that reflect your individuality and creativity. We choose colours of peace and tranquility, fabrics that soothe and adapt, and always provide comfort at our core.

In “The Art of Utility,” every piece is a testament to the fusion of art and life, nature and architecture, utility and expression. The goal of this collection is to empower you to create your own unique “uniform,” one that brings ease and joy to your daily dressing ritual. This collection is not just about clothing—it’s about crafting a narrative of self-expression, grounded in the beauty of nature and the functionality of utility. Through this collection, we invite you to explore the art of dressing with intention, creativity, and timeless elegance of the world around us.

art imitates life.

life imitates art.

delivery one — “luxe-gorp”

Feb 1 - Mar 15

delivery two — “on-demin”

Feb 15 - Mar 31

delivery three — “eternal summer”

Mar 15 - April 30 36-47

TBL x PAPER LABEL — “by the sea”

Mar 15 - April 30 48-49

sales team certifications

“Attuned choice by attuned choice, your entire life is a form of self-expression” - Rick Rubin
"luxe-gorp"
silver green
future dusk
midnight blue black bright white

TNL-241-1012

Cassie Tee

TNL-251-1015

Tara Tee

TIR-242-1046

Ever Long Sleeve

TNL-251-4019

Heather Double Strap Slip Dress

TNL-251-4033

Ashley Tee Dress

TIR-242-2039

Cozette Wide Leg

TNL-251-1013

TNL-251-1016

TNL-251-2019

TNL-251-2018

TIR-251-1017

Penelope Capri Leggings
Regina Rouched Skirt
Greta Rouched Tee
Gina Boat Neck
Alina Double Layered Tank

9% SPANDEX

silver green
future dusk
midnight blue black bright white

49% LENZING tm VISCOSE

42% RECYCLED POLYESTER

9% SPANDEX

silver green dark cement black

SIL-251-1023

SIL-251-2021

SIL-251-2022

SIL-251-4030

Roxanne Silky Skirt
Samara Silky T-Shirt
SIL-251-7011
Ramona Silky Jacket
Roz Back Slit Pant
Mona Silky Dress
silver green black light melange grey

VPL-251-1033

Neomi Button Cardigan
VPL-251-4031
Paloma Maxi Dress
VPL-251-1034
Mira Knit Tee

65% COTTON

35% NYLON CREPE

unsalted butter cement black

CCP-251-1040

CCP-251-2041

CCP-251-2044

Delphine Pant
Colette Long Skirt
Sabine Vest

70% LENZING tm TENCEL

25% COTTON

5% SILK

dark truffle
unsalted butter
future dusk
french navy

STC-251-1031

STC-251-1039

STC-251-1032

STC-251-7012

STC-251-2031

Afiya Rib Skirt
Alana Rib Shrug
Corine Rib Cardigan
Gabrielle Rib Zip Jacket
Leona Rib Polo
POP-251-1036
Miranda Placket Shirt
POP-251-2040
Pascale Trouser
POP-251-2044
Claudia Skirt
truffle
bright white
future dusk black
“on-denim”

delivery two

blue daisy
bright white
midnight blue black
melange grey

CTR-251-1020

CTR-212-168

CTR-221-1036

CTR-241-4028

CTR-212-122

Camilla Maxi Dress
Mara Tank
Lisa Long Sleeve
Akari Crew Neck
Tessa Square Neck Tank

TCN-251-3021

TCN-251-3022

Pearl Belted Vest
Akoya Relaxed Crew

77% COTTON

23% RECYCLED NYLON

navy
oatmeal

dark chambray

LWD-251-1037
Lois Demin Shirt
LWD-251-2042
Agathe Demin Pant
LWD-251-4035
Vlada Denim Dress
blue daisy
crema
midnight blue

CNE-251-1030

CNE-251-2037

Alexis Textured Polo
Giulia Textured Midi Skirt
CNE-251-3023
Cherie Textured Cardigan
blue daisy mix
unsalted butter mix
future dusk mix

MCC-242-3019

MCC-241-3055

Avery Crew Neck Sweater
Mali Cardigan
MCC-251-3020
Marelle Cable Cardigan
TCT-231-1035
Sasha Sweatershirt
TCT-251-7013
Talia Jacket
TCT-231-2031
Tommy Bermuda Short
TCT-241-2050
Trixie Cargo Pant
unsalted butter
future dusk

delivery three

“eternal summer”
peony
bright white
dark olive black

CTR-251-1020

CTR-212-168

CTR-241-4028

CTR-221-1036

CTR-212-122

Mara Tank
Akari Crew Neck
Lisa Long Sleeve
Tessa Square Neck Tank
Camilla Maxi Dress

POP-251-1038

POP-251-1036

POP-251-2043

POP-251-2044

Miranda Placket Shirt
Sylvie Short
Claudia Skirt
Maura Tie Top

100% ORGANIC COTTON

peony
bright white
dark olive
black
peony dark olive

TCT-231-1035

TCT-231-2031

TCT-251-7013

TCT-241-2050

Tommy Bermuda Short
Sasha Sweatshirt
Trixie Cargo Pant
Talia Jacket
LVS-251-1039 Valentina Short Sleeve Shirt
LVS-251-2046
Cameo Short
LVS-251-4037 Bella Dress
dune
peony moss green
dark olive sand black

CNB-251-3024

CNB-251-4032

CNB-251-2047

Alicia Ballet Cardigan
Lea Tube Skirt
Laney Halter Dress

TBL X PAPER LABEL COLLABORATION “by

CLN-251-3026

TBL Slim Crew

CLN-251-1050

CLN-251-3027

TBL Oversized Crew S/M and M/L

CLN-251-2060

TBL Tube Skirt

CLN-251-3028

TBL Long Cardigan

TBL Knit Tank

50% COTTON

30% LINEN

20% NYLON

flax
dark peony
moss green black

certifications

TENCEL™

TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers help to maintain the environment balance by being integrated into nature’s cycle. The fibers originate from the renewable raw material wood, created by photosynthesis.

LENZING™ VISCOSE

LENZING™ Viscose is the first generation of wood-based cellulosic fibers and has a history of 80 years. This experience enables Lenzing to produce fibers which set the industrial standards for quality and environmentally sustainable production.

GLOBALLY RECYCLED STANDARD

The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices and chemical restrictions.

GLOBAL ORGANIC TEXTILE STANDARD

From the harvesting of the raw materials, environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing to labelling, textiles certified to The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) provide a credible assurance to the consumer.

BETTER COTTON

Better Cotton is the world’s leading sustainability initiative for cotton. Their mission is to help cotton communities survive and thrive while protecting and restoring the environment.

sales team

WESTERN CANADA

PAPER LABEL | Lisa Devine

p. 604.908.6718 | ldevine@paperlabel.ca

EASTERN CANADA

GANGBAR AGENCY | Josh Gencarelli

p. 416.340.0455 | josh@gangbaragency.com

QUEBEC

PAPER LABEL | Lisa Devine

p. 604.908.6718 | ldevine@paperlabel.ca

WESTERN USA

FRIEDMAN MARINI SHOWROOM | Nicole Friedman Marini

p. 562.209.7846 | nfmshowroom@gmail.com

MIDWEST USA

HELEN NEWMAN Ltd | Helen Newman

p. 312.953.8488 | helen@helennewmanltd.com

EAST COAST USA

JEN RISPOLI SALES | Jen Rispoli

p. 914.589.3059 | jen@jenrispolisales.com

by Liz Rosa in Vancouver, BC.

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