MELIDIA: Wrap Skirt "La Spaggettata" 70's tablecloth - One size - April 2024

Vintage Tablecloth Skirts: One-of-a-Kind Wrap Skirts

Introducing our exquisite collection of skirts made from carefully selected vintage and antique tablecloths, each with its own unique story. Designed to celebrate the beauty of timeless craftsmanship, these skirts are more than just garments—they are wearable pieces of nostalgia, crafted using only preloved materials (with the exception of new elastic).

The Story Behind the Garment

This unique piece began its journey through a conversation with Susan, a brand agent at Max Mara. Susan, known for her exquisite taste in collecting vintage textiles, sent me a few rare tablecloths that hadn't yet been listed online. Knowing my penchant for playful and vibrant textiles, she included a delightful Italian 70’s tablecloth featuring an Arrabbiata pasta recipe with vibrant illustrations of raw ingredients like tomatoes and red peppers. The intricate red-bordered embroidery stitch framing the entire piece particularly caught my attention.

When I received the tablecloth back to April 23, I was enchanted by its vibrant patterns and Susan's passion for preserving such beautiful textiles. I knew immediately that I wanted to give this fabric a new lease of life, transforming it into something wearable and timeless.

Back in our studio, I was captivated by the vibrant colors and the Italiasn nostalgia embedded in the 70’s finding. I envisioned a one-of-a-kind skirt that would blend the vintage charm of the tablecloth with modern elegance. I wanted to create a design that fits more body types, so I decided on a one-size wrap skirt, letting the raw textiles determine the sizes. After several days of careful planning, I decided to incorporate pleats—a detail I love to work with, as seen in our Olea salopette pants. Pleats add a touch of sophistication and enhance the fabric's natural drape.

I named this skirt version Melidia, as both my daughters, Melina and Lydia, approved the design and even asked for some for themselves! :)

You can check out the full story of the design further down the page, along with the before and after process.

The result is a stunning wrap skirt that features:

The Final Design

Our Melidia wrap design features two sets of ties that adjust to fit a range of body types from XS to Large, ensuring ease in size selection and providing a comfortable, flattering fit for all. One set of ties, approximately 1.40 meters in length, wraps around your waist to secure the garment in place. The other set of ties which come around the hip area, each approximately 38-40 cm long, adds versatility and allows for further customization.

Additionally, the waistband is elasticated on the back side only, enhancing both comfort and flexibility.

The front half of each skirt is adorned with meticulously crafted pleats, featuring seven large pleats that create a chic and draping effect, enhancing the overall elegance of the piece. These pleats add a sophisticated touch, resulting in a beautiful, flowing silhouette. Dual front darts on the other part of the skirt provide a flattering shape.

This skirt is thoughtfully designed to highlight the unique details of the original tablecloth, incorporating its entire receipt into the design to preserve its beauty and taste. The wrap style not only offers adjustable comfort but also adds a touch of effortless elegance to your wardrobe.

Perfect for pairing with your favorite tops and shirts, this skirt offers a playful and stylish look for spring and summer.

*Ties made from the same tablecloth.

Why it’s perfect for you:

• Unique Touch: Your Skirt is truly one-of-a-kind, crafted exclusively for you.

• Detailed Craftsmanship: Every element from vintage linens is carefully preserved and incorporated into the upcycled design, including trims , or embroidered details.

• Vintage Transformation: Upcycled from one really rare exquisite piece.

• Artisanal Creation: Meticulously handcrafted in our studio in heart of Amsterdam.

• Ethical Sourcing: Textiles are responsibly sourced* in EU (NL, FR, SP, IT, GR) and transformed within the Netherlands. (* Most of them is handpicked by the owner)

• Versatile Sizing: One size, it accommodates S to L (small XLarge) sizes, depending on your preferred fit. (See measurements details below)

• Elegant Lining: No

• Maintenance: Dry Cleaning or Machine program in a delicate program or Handwashing max 40° C, iron with protection (low temperature)

• Time-Intensive Process: Crafted over 8+ hours, this skirt involves mending, deconstruction, pleat making, sewing, new buttonhole, and hand-sewing trims. Including the design process, each skirt takes around 12+ hours to complete, reflecting our commitment to quality and attention to detail.

• Modeled Style: Worn by a model in size Small (170 cm).

Please refer to the measurements listed below:

All measurements are taken flat in cm:

36 cm waist (S) side to side min and max 52cm (small XL) (with elastic) / 85cm Hip (side to side) / 86 cm length) /