WHERE:
Our Design Studio and Flagship Store is based in Bangalow, NSW. All our Fabrics and garments are designed by Rachel Cooper. Our garments are all hand crafted in Ubud, Indonesia.
WHO:
Lead by our head Tailor and Production Manager, whom we have been working with since 2013, we work with up to 20 independent seamstresses in a village south of Ubud at any given time. They work from one central studio, or have the option to work from home. All the women we know personally, have worked alongside for many years and earn a living wage.
FABRIC:
All our fabric designs are completely original and unique, created by our head designer Rachel Cooper. Rachels original artworks have become the pillar of the brand, as they come to life in each collection.
We source all our own raw fabrics that are grown and woven in Indonesia. We are passionate about fabric texture, composition, feel and weight. Our priority is working with natural fibres, and sustainable options, grown and manufactured locally to our Indonesian Studio.
ZERO WASTE:
We have a strong focus on zero waste and this is outworked through our Remnants Project. We do not let a scrap go to waste. We produce Remnants garments from our end of roll yardage and large off cuts. From the smaller off cuts we produce purses and scrunchies. And then from our scraps, we sew them all together to make fabric ribbon that we use in the boutique.
Here's an example of what we have done with our Temple Linen Fabric.
Here's Joel in our Ubud Studio, talking you through our Zero Waste mission
Here's an example of our beautiful Remnant Project Garments
HOW:
We use independent, highly skilled artisans throughout Indonesia to create our Iconic fabrics. Each collection is bespoke, and we only print once. This makes each Collection limited edition.
We value the story of our garments and are passionate about traditional printing techniques and producing fabric that embodies the narrative of the creative process.
So when you hold a Frank & Dollys garment understand that you are holding something that has been created by hands, over time with thought and care.