Gaudist Blouse
She’s a millennial mom who works with plants and gardens in her daily life. She’s deeply connected to the natural world and seeks clothing that reflects her values: sustainable pieces crafted from natural fibers, made to last, and gentle on the earth. Her style is effortless yet intentional, combining practicality with a love for textures and tones inspired by nature. For her, every garment is more than something to wear; it’s part of a thoughtful, earth-conscious lifestyle she’s proud to pass on to the next generation.
This blouse draws inspiration from the organic curves and intricate details of Antoni Gaudí’s architecture. Flowing lines mimic the sinuous forms of nature, while unexpected color and texture combinations echo his mosaic work and whimsical facades. The result is a piece that feels both dreamlike and structural.
This garment is dyed using avocado skins, creating a warm, natural hue without the use of synthetic chemicals. The avocado pits are repurposed into hand-crafted buttons, ensuring that every component from fiber to fastening is 100% natural and biodegradable. Nothing goes to waste, and the entire piece can return to the earth at the end of its life. This innovative approach to closed-loop design was recognized with a $200 Sustainability Award from Cotton in the Classroom.
A 100% cotton interlocking floral-embroidered eyelet voile — airy and breathable, with delicate texture and intricate detailing that adds timeless elegance to the garment.
Each pattern piece was 3D modeled in Optitex and V-Stitcher to visualize the garment before production. The design process began with a women’s Missy size 8, which was then scaled and adjusted down to a girls’ size 6X. This virtual fitting allowed for precise proportion changes, accurate drape simulation, and early refinement of fit details.
The design process began with detailed CAD illustrations showing both the women’s and girls’ versions of the Cotton Gaudist Blouse in “Walnut” and “Avocado” colorways. Using these technical flats as a blueprint, the final blouse was brought to life in 100% cotton floral-embroidered eyelet voile, naturally dyed with avocados and finished with hand-crafted avocado pit buttons. The finished garment mirrors the CAD vision, showcasing its sculptural collar, asymmetrical front closure, and open-back tie detail.
