Fable Matinée Duster (Mid Length)

$139.00

We are the heroes of our own story… so make yours exquisite! This captivating print is a blend of the classic and the fanciful (just like all good stories), and was created using artwork spanning more than three centuries. We layered two stunning 18th century ink-on-silk hanging scrolls from Japan painted with wild plum blossoms, peach trees, magpies, and a luminous moon to create this design, then added other whimsical elements — including Flemish antique illustrations of wild deer, birds, and cranes. The printed trim comes from French silk embroidery fragments from the early 1800’s, and the charming pattern on the sleeves is a replica of block-printed French paper from the same era. The result is chic, romantic and timeless — and tells a beautiful tale without saying a word ;)

100% viscose (derived from plant fibres such as wood and bamboo). Machine wash gentle or handwash and hang to dry. Iron to finish if needed.

Kimono measurements: length 78cm, width (across back, underarm to underarm) 74cm. Model is 5’5” for reference.

"Stories are light. Light is precious in a world so dark. Make some light.”
- Kate DiCamillo

“The world calls them its poets and artists and storytellers, but they are just people who have never forgotten the way to fairyland.”
- L.M. Montgomery

"Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.”
- C.S. Lewis

How To Wear

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The harmonious mix of soft, earthy tones and intricate, artsy trim in this painterly print makes for endless styling possibilities! For a romantic look, layer it over a flowy maxi dress in ivory or moss green, lace-up sandals, and delicate gold jewelry — perfect for strolling under fairy lights at a garden wedding. Or drape it over a linen cami and high-waisted denim, finishing the look with embroidered mules for an effortlessly chic outfit. We’ll also be layering on the accessories with this piece — think gold earrings, stacked bangles, and a woven cross-body bag for a carefree day spent wandering through a dreamy little bookstore. :)

Our Muse

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The Enchantress, the storyteller. Women who blend reality with touches of magic and imagination, who embellish their lives with beauty. Women who tell tales to the moon.

More Inspo

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Our Fable design is filled with secret symbols — like little pieces of a story waiting to be discovered! In Japanese art, willows and peach trees are often seen as a pair of lovers, their branches entwined as though caught in an eternal dance. Hidden among them are magpies, believed to bring good fortune, love, and even divine messages. The glowing moon, watching over it all, has long been a symbol of mystery, intuition, and transformation. Cranes, with their graceful forms, represent messengers of longevity and happiness— and are said in folklore to live for a thousand years. And deer have long been symbols of peace and gentleness, associated with their ability to navigate between worlds, from forest to meadow to myth.

The Poem

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Angie
Wearing the Fable dress

Wearing the Fable dress, I feel feminine, beautiful and uniquely me. It’s a nice reminder that I’m the author of my story.