The Messenger Atelier Skirt
Our Atelier Skirt: inspired by memory, made for daydreams.
This special piece began in a sunlit flea market, where we discovered an antique French skirt—soft with age, rich with history, and sadly, too tattered to wear. We fell in love with it and brought it home, where it rested for years at the studio, waiting. At last, we’ve reimagined the design and the silhouette—preserving its romance while weaving in a little story of our own.
As a little girl, wildflowers grew in the woods near our house here on the West Coast. White fawn lilies nodded in the shade of trees, and vines of trumpet honeysuckle glowed like lanterns. I used to believe they were fairy skirts, left behind after midnight dances in the forest. (My mother told me never to pick them or the fairies wouldn't come back. I took that very seriously. I still do ;)) Our Atelier Skirt’s flowing lower panel is finished with a soft flounce inspired by those wild blooms, designed to move with you like petals in the breeze. The little ties along the flounce can be left loose for a more bohemian, undone look, or tied into small bows for a touch of old-world French charm.
We’ve added an easy elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring to make it as comfortable as it is flattering, and it’s designed to suit a wide range of shapes and sizes. And yes—there are pockets (because fairies need pockets)! Crafted from our signature custom-woven fabric, it drapes beautifully and feels as lovely as it looks—light, flowy, and endlessly wearable.
A skirt for everyday adventures, daydreams, and moonlit wandering— and perhaps even for dancing, if the fairies happen to be near :)
xo,
Danielle
About the Print:
“I am not afraid. I was born to do this.” — Joan of Arc
This collection is our tribute to fearless conviction, and a celebration of those who dare to follow their hearts, no matter the odds! Featuring Dante Gabriel Rossetti’s iconic portrait of Joan of Arc— completed only days before his death — it masterfully depicts one of history’s most extraordinary figures. Born a humble peasant, Joan rose to lead the French army as a young woman inspired by divine visions and a profound sense of purpose. Her courage to challenge societal norms and her unwavering belief in her mission made her a symbol of strength, resilience, and grace. The florals in our print, taken from centuries-old paintings, represent the enduring beauty of faith and perseverance, while the trim — featuring a hand-coloured drawing of stained-glass church windows — pays homage to the sacred spaces where Joan found solace. The wise fox, painted in 1810, evokes the divine guidance she credited for her remarkable feats. As she has been for so many, Joan continues to be a deep source of inspiration to us here at Market of Stars, as artists and women. Her words, “I am not afraid, I was born to do this,” (written on her sleeve in this print) are an enduring message to live our lives with courage, determination, and love.
100% viscose (derived from plant fibres such as bamboo and wood). Machine wash gentle or handwash and hang to dry. Iron to finish if needed.
Our Atelier Skirts are available in two size-runs. S/M will fit approximately size 4/10 and the L/XL will fit approximately size 12/18. We take all our measurements on a garment lying flat. So the circumference would be roughly double the listed number.
General approximate measurements — S/M: Length 93cm. Waist (flat) 39cm and with elastic stretched 61cm. L/XL: Length 93cm. Waist (flat) 42cm and with elastic stretched 65cm. Model is 5'7 for reference and is wearing the S/M.
The Messenger Atelier Skirt
Our Atelier Skirt: inspired by memory, made for daydreams.
This special piece began in a sunlit flea market, where we discovered an antique French skirt—soft with age, rich with history, and sadly, too tattered to wear. We fell in love with it and brought it home, where it rested for years at the studio, waiting. At last, we’ve reimagined the design and the silhouette—preserving its romance while weaving in a little story of our own.
As a little girl, wildflowers grew in the woods near our house here on the West Coast. White fawn lilies nodded in the shade of trees, and vines of trumpet honeysuckle glowed like lanterns. I used to believe they were fairy skirts, left behind after midnight dances in the forest. (My mother told me never to pick them or the fairies wouldn't come back. I took that very seriously. I still do ;)) Our Atelier Skirt’s flowing lower panel is finished with a soft flounce inspired by those wild blooms, designed to move with you like petals in the breeze. The little ties along the flounce can be left loose for a more bohemian, undone look, or tied into small bows for a touch of old-world French charm.
We’ve added an easy elastic waistband with adjustable drawstring to make it as comfortable as it is flattering, and it’s designed to suit a wide range of shapes and sizes. And yes—there are pockets (because fairies need pockets)! Crafted from our signature custom-woven fabric, it drapes beautifully and feels as lovely as it looks—light, flowy, and endlessly wearable.
A skirt for everyday adventures, daydreams, and moonlit wandering— and perhaps even for dancing, if the fairies happen to be near :)
xo,
Danielle
About the Print:
“I am not afraid. I was born to do this.” — Joan of Arc
This collection is our tribute to fearless conviction, and a celebration of those who dare to follow their hearts, no matter the odds! Featuring Dante Gabriel Rossetti’s iconic portrait of Joan of Arc— completed only days before his death — it masterfully depicts one of history’s most extraordinary figures. Born a humble peasant, Joan rose to lead the French army as a young woman inspired by divine visions and a profound sense of purpose. Her courage to challenge societal norms and her unwavering belief in her mission made her a symbol of strength, resilience, and grace. The florals in our print, taken from centuries-old paintings, represent the enduring beauty of faith and perseverance, while the trim — featuring a hand-coloured drawing of stained-glass church windows — pays homage to the sacred spaces where Joan found solace. The wise fox, painted in 1810, evokes the divine guidance she credited for her remarkable feats. As she has been for so many, Joan continues to be a deep source of inspiration to us here at Market of Stars, as artists and women. Her words, “I am not afraid, I was born to do this,” (written on her sleeve in this print) are an enduring message to live our lives with courage, determination, and love.
100% viscose (derived from plant fibres such as bamboo and wood). Machine wash gentle or handwash and hang to dry. Iron to finish if needed.
Our Atelier Skirts are available in two size-runs. S/M will fit approximately size 4/10 and the L/XL will fit approximately size 12/18. We take all our measurements on a garment lying flat. So the circumference would be roughly double the listed number.
General approximate measurements — S/M: Length 93cm. Waist (flat) 39cm and with elastic stretched 61cm. L/XL: Length 93cm. Waist (flat) 42cm and with elastic stretched 65cm. Model is 5'7 for reference and is wearing the S/M.
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