I recently had the pleasure of working with Julie of Lizzie O who designs and makes a range of incredible clothing. We had the beautiful Laura Juma model the clothing. She was a complete natural!

I love the history behind the fabrics and how different and unique each piece is. I can safely say the pieces are beautiful to wear and the fabric feels fantastic against the skin, I am very lucky to own one of Julie’s beautiful pieces and would highly recommend them to anyone!

Julies take on the products:

The inspiration for my label is my lifelong fascination for Japan and, in particular, an enduring love of Japanese kimonos and anything Geisha. I came across some vintage kimono fabrics six months ago and instantly fell in love with them. I was inspired and wanted to make something beautiful from them so that women of today could get the opportunity to enjoy them and get a sense of the history of the women who wore them.

I named my label in memory of my much-missed grandmother, Lizzie Onions. Her surname was Onions but, bless her, she insisted on pronouncing it ‘O’Nions’.

I make shrugs and boleros made from one-off pieces of vintage kimono fabric sourced from fabrics made between 1930 and 1970. Occasionally – material permitting – limited editions will be available. If you choose to buy a piece you do so in the knowledge that you will own a unique one-off garment made with love and care by hand. It will be something for you to treasure.

Additionally, I have designed a small collection with a 1930s look with a modern twist to complement my one-off pieces. All my fabrics are 100% pure silks, cotton, and linen.

Julie’s products can be purchased from notonthehighstreet.com