Rochie Vintage
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Sep 11, 2023
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I am a vintage Romanian dress shop owner. Sometimes I exhibit at some offline shops.
I am just one of fans of Romanian embroidery dresses.
These days modernization progresses, traditional handwork is decreasing. The Romanian
embroidery is the one of them.
So I would like people all of the world to know the value of traditional handicrafts. It takes
time a lot and it is hard-work. but they make us feel peace in our hearts.
They are hearts of their country. I would like to connect across the border of countries with
care.
I propose not only traditional styles but also modern styles with them. And propose styles
that can be worn by people of all ages and nationalities. Sometimes I dye and remake old
dresses to wear for comfortable.
The subtitle of my shop is
~And for more 100 years ~
My dresses are almost 50-100 years old. They are dresses that many people have worn
many times for a long time. A lot of thoughts and histories are packed into the dresses.
I am also mom of 3 kids. So I would like to connect the story to the next generation.
I hope to pass on the treasures of the Romania that have been cherished until now for the
next 100 years.
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What inspired you to create Rochie Vintage?
A love for Romanian embroidered dresses inspired the creation of Rochie Vintage. As traditional handwork becomes less common, the brand aims to share the value of Romanian craftsmanship and preserve these treasured garments for future generations.
How would you describe your design style?
The brand combines traditional Romanian embroidered dresses with styling that feels more contemporary and accessible. Vintage pieces are sometimes dyed or remade for comfort, allowing them to be worn by people of different ages and nationalities.
What can people expect from your Vancouver Fashion Week collection?
The VFW presentation showcases vintage Romanian dresses while introducing ways to wear them beyond traditional styling. Some garments are dyed or remade, giving decades old pieces a renewed place in contemporary fashion.
What makes the vintage Romanian dresses in your collection so special?
Many of the dresses are around 50 to 100 years old and carry histories from generations of previous wearers. Their traditional embroidery also represents the time, skill, and care involved in Romanian handcraft.
How do you give old Romanian dresses a new life while preserving their heritage?
Some vintage dresses are dyed and remade to make them more comfortable and wearable today. This approach allows the original craftsmanship and history to continue while introducing the garments to new generations.