Soleil Store is an independent women’s clothing label based at Maker Heights in South East Cornwall, UK made up of 1 female artist who designs and hand creates each garment.
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I take Asian fabrics and integrate it with the shapes and fit of Bohemianism to create Soleil's individual look. My love for nostalgic 70s fashion and wanderlust is reflected in each piece, whether it’s a statement festival outfit or a go to jumpsuit for your summer travels.
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Soleil Store is built around slow fashion values which is seen throughout the collections since 2016. Slow fashion refers to the style, design and quality of the item of clothing, as well as the intention behind how it was made. For the customer, it involves buying clothing which is lasting: made of durable fabrics and staying away from fluctuating trends so you can still wear the pieces you love years down the road.
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Soleil Store was originally made up of 3 female artists, however in June 2022 two of our founders decided to part ways and start on a new venture.
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The journey started back in 2014 when we began selling hand picked vintage pieces online and handmade crafts at local car boots between studying at art college. With backgrounds of graphic design and fine art, we channelled our love for all things creative into a brand. Although fashion was not the starting point for us, it soon evolved into our main brand identity - learning to make pieces we could never find on the high street. This journey has been self taught from the beginning, from pattern design to dress making, crochet and embroidery.
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I now launch 2 collections every year and push myself to learn innovative and more complex designs with each release. I am continuously grateful for everyone I have met along the way, from everyone involved in the photoshoots to fellow creatives in the local area and the supportive online community.
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Kirra x
