Where I Get My Clothes
“Why do women want to dress like men when they’re fortunate enough to be women? Why lose femininity, which is one of our greatest charms? We get more accomplished by being charming than we would be flaunting around in pants and smoking. I’m very fond of men. I think they are wonderful creatures. I love them dearly. But I don’t want to look like one. When women gave up their long skirts, they made a grave error…”
My most asked question online to this day: “Where do you get your clothes?” I have finally sat down and put together what I hope will be a masterlist of pretty much every single (linkable) piece in my wardrobe. More and more women are seeking a timeless style that defies culture’s push for androgyny, and I think that’s why my wardrobe catches the eye of my online audience. Just a few years ago, my style was very masculine and I became very convicted of this. I don’t remember exactly how it happened, but I started incorporating more skirts and dresses into my wardrobe and they quickly became my “uniform” of choice due to their ease of femininity and modesty.
For more on my journey with modesty, you can listen to or read my podcast episode by clicking here.
Over the past few years I have collected high-quality linen staple pieces from small makers. These were not impulse purchases but large investments on items that will last me years and years. My goal in sharing these pieces is not to encourage frivolous, lavish purchases, but rather thoughtful, intentional investments. I will also mention that all of my Little Women Atelier pieces have been kindly gifted to me from the brand.
We live in an era that is incredibly blind to the true cost of production. A $7 t-shirt from Target? Someone is getting ripped off. And it’s not the big guys at Target. As a culture we’re really interested in our carbon footprint, but have we ever thought about our slave footprint? Real men, women, and even children—our fellow image bearers—are truly enslaved by our consumption of mass-produced items. This reality is hidden from us behind cheap prices that make us feel like we’re getting a deal, but it doesn’t make it any less wrong just because we can’t see it.
No, not everyone can afford to purchase everything from small businesses, but the reality is most of us have the resources to do a little rearranging of our patronage. That being said, my wardrobe is not perfect. I have some of those $7 t-shirts from Target (and they only lasted one season without holes) and I have a few other items from mainstream brands like LL Bean. But most of my staple pieces are from small makers that I feel good about supporting. I hope you do too :)
The best way to see these items in action is to visit my Youtube Channel by clicking here! If you can’t find a link here for something you’ve seen me wear, I either A) no longer own the item B) the piece is no longer sold by the brand or C) it was thrifted/second hand. I hope this is helpful!
Skirts
1950s City Skirt from Not Perfect Linen
I have 3 of these skirts in the colors Redwood, Amber Yellow, and Almost Apricot. I asked for less volume up top and a couple inches added to the length so it would hit mid-calves instead of my knees, which is a much more flattering length for my height.
Meadowlark Skirt from Found Path Goods
I have 3 of these skirts in the colors Spruce, Olive, and Camel. They are the perfect length for my petite height and the ruffle at the bottom makes them perfectly flowy and feminine!
No. 11 Skirt from Pyne and Smith
I have this skirt in the color Bramley Check Linen. I adore the gingham and colors but this skirt has a lot of volume in the waist. I call it my “Mrs. Olsen hips” skirt but as long as I keep it ironed it works and is a really lovely piece for my fall and winter wardrobe.
The Meg Skirt from Little Women Atelier
I have this skirt in the color Chocolate. It is by far the most feminine-feeling skirt I own. It’s very similar to the 1950’s City Skirt that I linked above, but I actually prefer how this one flows and fits on my waist. The thick gathering, heavy linen, and dark colors makes this a fall and winter staple piece.
Handmade Calico Skirt from KellyHavensOhio
My sweet friend Kelly made me a darling calico skirt with a ruffle hem— my favorite style! It’s a tan and red calico and I love wearing it in the fall and winter. She makes aprons and skirts in small batches.
Thrifted/Depop/Poshmark/Ebay
I have a couple cotton skirts that I have collected overtime from secondhand websites or thrift stores. I tend to reach for these a lot less than my linen staples.
Dresses
Wrap Dress from Simply Grey Life
The Autumn Joy Prairie Dress from Gathering of Goods
The Jo Dress from Little Women Atelier
I have this dress in the color Gingerbread and it’s definitely one of my fall and winter staples. The linen is heavy and warm and it looks really cute with leggings and a sweater.
The Alder Dress from Little Cottonwood
I have this dress in 4 colors, Red, Pink, Brown, and Sage. I purchased the red from a seconds sale on their site, the sage from a preorder on their site, the pink from Mercari, and the brown from Poshmark. Do you sense a theme here? When I find a style I like, I purchase it in many colors! The thing about the Alder Dress is the elastic in the waist. I cannot tell you how many popular button-front dresses I have tried that make me look pregnant because the waistline is so oversized. I don’t know why that’s the style, but the Alder dress offers the same look while keeping it feminine.
Thrifted/Depop/Poshmark
I have a couple secondhand dresses as well, like a linen tee shirt dress, a floral rayon dress, a long-sleeve cotton dress, and a denim jumper. Much like my thrifted skirts, I tend to wear these less than my linen staples.
Pants
I wear my skirts and dresses 99% of the time but sometimes I’m feeling casual enough for a pair of pants.
Madewell Emmet Wide-Leg Trousers
This was a style from a few years back and I purchased them secondhand on Poshmark. I love the feminine touch of the wide leg. The style is a bit more modest than a pair of skinny jeans which I am thankful for.
Toad & Co Organic Huron Overalls
I have these in a classic rusty brown color (think Carhartt) but I love that they are organic cotton. I love them for any heavy garden work or DIY projects around the house.
Everlane Jeans
I do have a pair of Everlane jeans, they are the most uncomfortable things, and not the most flattering style. But I have yet to find another pair and sometimes you just need a classic blue jean! I’ll upgrade these eventually.
Thrifted/Depop/Poshmark
Blouses
Davos Fitted Linen Top from Not Perfect Linen
I have this blouse in the colors Cream and Creamy Brown
Mel Billowy Linen Top by Found Path Goods
I have this blouse in the colors Olive and Camel. Unfortunately I don’t think she makes this style anymore as I can’t link the listing. These are a cropped fit and land just where my skirt waistband hits. This allows my waist to be accentuated while still being a boxy, flowy, fit which I love.
Julia Prairie Blouse from Heritage Stitchery
I have this blouse in the homespun “JO” as well as a red version in the same plaid that was a custom order. I love these so much because they are the perfect touch of prairie without being overly “cosplay”. And they look adorable with my pinafores.
Amy Linen Blouse from Little Women Atelier
I have this blouse in the color Tan. The ruffle elbows are a dream!
Thrifted/Depop/Poshmark
Aprons
The Amy Pinafore from Little Women Atelier
I have this pinafore in the color Moss Green.
The Beth Pinafore from Little Women Atelier
This is my favorite style pinafore and I have two in the colors Forest Green and Natural.
Homestead Apron from Calico and Twine
This is our shorter half-apron style that pairs really well with any of my skirts or dresses.
Prairie Apron from Calico and Twine
This is a longer half-apron style and features 1 pocket. I enjoy this style particularly for the garden when I need a pocket for scissors, twine, or seed packets.
Loungewear
I have been buying my thermals, sweatshirts, and lounge pants from this brand for many years now. It’s pricey but worth it to me in my pursuit to avoid polyester and conventional cotton. Their items typically last me a couple years of everyday wear before I have to invest in new pieces.
A lot of their clothing items really aren’t my style but they have great organic cotton bras and other pajamas and loungewear that are sustainable and ethically made.
basics
I have had a hard time finding quality cotton tanks that are fitted and have a modest neckline. I love their No-Yank Tanks and purchased them in multiple colors to pair with my linen skirts in the summertime and to wear as undershirts in the winter. I’ll definitely be snagging some of their long-sleeve tees once it gets cold as well.
Delicates
Important to me, even more so than high quality clothing, is high quality undergarments. Ladies, these items are all up in our personal space all day long. It’s imperative to source these items organically or at the very least free of synthetic materials. Here are the brands I shop from:
PACT bras
Duluth Trading Co bras
Knickey underwear
Harvest & Mill socks
Headcoverings & hair accessories
Because I don’t have many prints in my wardrobe, I love pairing different calico hair accessories with my colorful linen outfits.
These are mostly what I reach for on Sundays as a headcovering. I have a variety of colors and styles but my favorite is the Stretch Cecily.
Small or Classic Kerchiefs from Calico and Twine
Both the small and large kerchiefs that we make can be worn as an accessory or Christian headcovering. I will wear them kerchief style or sometimes roll them up to form a wide headband.
Scrunchie Sets from Calico and Twine
Hair Ribbons from Calico and Twine
Shoes
Summer Sandals: Avarcas Pons
Dress Up: Lotta from Stockholm Clogs
Winter & Snow: 6” Shearling-lined LL Bean Boots
Rain & Garden: Hunter Boots
Casual: Birkenstocks
“Prairie Boots” from Wolverine (purchased years ago, can’t find the style on their site. Similar to their 100 Mile boots but not quite the same)
Other small clothing shops I admire:
These are a few shops I have favorited on Etsy but don’t personally have any items from. I thought I would share them in case you enjoy my style and are looking for more options.
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