Le Journal

The Colours of Childhood
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The Colours of Childhood

There is a reason we remember certain photographs from our own childhood with such clarity. A white dress against a...

What We Mean When We Say “Quality”
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What We Mean When We Say “Quality”

Quality is one of those words that has been used so often and so loosely that it has nearly lost...

The Capsule Wardrobe Edit
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The Capsule Wardrobe Edit

Open a child’s wardrobe and you will often find two things: too much and not enough. Too many pieces bought...

The Case for the Permanent Wardrobe
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The Case for the Permanent Wardrobe

There was a time, not very long ago, when a child’s wardrobe could be counted on one hand. A few...

What Lasts: A Guide to Keeping Children’s Clothing Beautiful
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What Lasts: A Guide to Keeping Children’s Clothing Beautiful

The greatest compliment a garment can receive is to be worn until it is outgrown - and then passed on,...

The Quiet Art of Making Things Properly
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The Quiet Art of Making Things Properly

There is a particular kind of workshop you will find in northern Portugal - usually tucked behind an unremarkable façade...