Can I wear this more than 30 times? If not, think again....
A thoughtful article by The Guardian, revealing how to intelligently shop online, with thought and consideration to the cost to the environment and your hip pocket. And its not what you think.....
Small Businesses: How do Testimonials help them?
In this blog post, you will find out how important your Testimonial is to us and any small business operating in a competitive environment with big businesses drowning out their budgets and messages.
How I became a small business entrepreneur....
Hi, I am Alison, the founder and owner of Beautiful Robes. In this article, you will learn about my origins and how I became passionate about customer service and ultimately a small business entrepreneur. You will also discover what I am currently working on in the business of kimono robes and where to next for me, Alison Schipp, the entrepreneur....
V&A Exhibition - Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk
The V&A is shut right now, but that hasn't stopped them! Running a virtual exhibition on Kimono Robes, it blew our minds and we just had to share.
Kimono Robe or Yukata: What is the difference?
Kimono robe vs Yukata: Japanese Kimono. Here we discuss the terminology, highlighting the differences and we explain how we have broken down the traditional terminology for our customers for everyday kimono robe wear.
Slow Fashion: Benefits of a Handmade Garment
Beautiful Robes subscribes to slow fashion. Our cottage industry demands this of us, due to the limited number of artisans and the techniques used. This article explores slow fashion and what to look out for when buying goods. It helps customers, the environment, the hip pocket and our wardrobes.
Japanese Kimonos: Top 10 occasions to wear your kimono
Here we discuss the Top 10 occasions to wear your kimono robe. It seems like this is one of the most versatile pieces in our wardrobes, but many do not realise its adaptability. We share some hints and tips on how you can be seen wearing your kimono robe everyday.
Braless during COVID19 - will I ever go back?!
We explore the pros and cons of wearing a bra, and it seems it comes down to personal preference. Let us know what you think. To wear or not to wear, that is the question.
We hope you are OK - we think we will be....
I wanted to reach out to you to check on how you’re doing. I know with the news and daily changes surrounding the coronavirus, you’ve likely got a lot on your mind. I've also wanted to let you know that I am here and a resource to help!
Nominate Mum Project | Mother's Day 2020
I wanted to reach out to you to update you on our 'Nominate Mum Project'. I know with the news and daily changes surrounding the coronavirus, you’ve likely got a lot on your mind. But it is for that reason that we ran our little Project, as we are all craving good news stories and are falling over ourselves to celebrate those quiet achievers in our community.
How to make a kimono
In researching my business, I unearthed this amazing process of makership, that I decided should be celebrated. Here is a short article about how the kimono is made.
Cotton Kimonos
We have selected fabrics and designs for today's climate and conditions and the luxurious nature of the cotton that is used will impress.
Family obligations.... finding the fun.
Book Week is an event in the calendar that makes the children squeal with delight!.....and makes most working parents groan with overload..... With a full calendar already, what does a family face when getting organised for a family obligation. And is there any joy in it?
The week I read The Alchemist, my daughter broke her arm.... is it an omen?
Alison explores, through the difficulty of a child breaking an arm, that the omens in life are not often not what we think.
Welcome. We're glad you could spend a few minutes...
Are you new to the idea of wearing a Japanese kimono, or are you interested in the concept and beauty of simple, timeless ideas? We're pleased you dropped by!
