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elin
May 15, 20242 min read
Embracing Artisan Craftsmanship: The Heart and Soul of Elin Manon
In a world inundated with mass-produced goods, there's a growing appreciation for the authenticity and quality that artisan products...
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elin
Apr 10, 20244 min read
Eclecticism
-the practice of deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources Fashion is inherently Eclectic, only we have...
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Kemi Gbadebo
Aug 9, 20234 min read
Phoebe Buffay's Best Outfits: The Fashion Icon of the 90s
Phoebe Buffay, played by Lisa Kudrow, was one of the six iconic characters in the hit TV show Friends. While the fashion of the other...
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Aleksandra Karpiuk
Jun 26, 20233 min read
The Beauty in Embroidered Table Linen
Born in the heart of South Wales, Elin Manon creates one-off, hand crafted items that combine elements of knitwear and reworked...
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elin
Jun 18, 20238 min read
Some of Our Favourite Welsh Musicians
Why Welsh Music? Listening to Welsh music, especially in the Welsh language can give a great sense of belonging to many Welsh people, but...
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Metin Farziyev
May 17, 20233 min read
The Catch of the Day: The Surging Popularity of the Timeless Bucket Hat
The bucket hat, also known as the fisherman's hat, has a long and interesting history. Originally designed to protect fisherman from the...
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David Stuchbury
Apr 22, 20235 min read
SO WHO MADE MY CLOTHES?
Fashion Revolution Week demands responsible and long-lasting changes in manufacturing and supply processes. But who exactly are our great...
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elin
Mar 12, 20232 min read
What is hand-framed knitwear?
Siwd Mae! Today I wanted to explain one of the key aspects of my brand and why I love it so much, hand-framed knitwear.... What is it?...
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elin
Feb 14, 20234 min read
Welsh Love Spoons, A Symbol of Love and Affection
Siwd Mae! If you know anything about Wales you would have surely heard about our famous lovespoons, not only a historical token of love...
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Tino Makuyana
Feb 6, 20233 min read
Cashmere Vs Merino
If you’re interested in fashion, you’ll undoubtedly want to do more research about the quality of fabrics so you’re making the right...
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elin
Jan 28, 20232 min read
Nordic and Latvian Mittens
Nordic and Latvian mittens have a rich history, steeped in tradition and symbolism.
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elin
Dec 28, 20223 min read
Our Stockists
For years we've all been hearing the same narrative of the 'death' of the high street, brought about by the rise of online shopping. It's...
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elin
May 11, 20223 min read
5 Years on..Things I wish I knew as a fashion student
The term is almost over and you're setting yourself up for your final year in Uni. We put so much emphasis on that final year, but...
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elin
Apr 29, 20223 min read
Wanderings in Old Dubai
Siwd Mae! In March, I had the great experience of going to Dubai with my partner, mid week we ventured to Old Dubai to the historic...
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elin
Apr 6, 20221 min read
Sage Green- The new Grey?
Siwd Mae! Sage green is everywhere these days, from gorgeous aesthetic in decor, table setting, accessories of all sorts to entire...
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elin
Oct 12, 20212 min read
Sustainable Head Warmers
Siwd Mae! It's that time of year when every British conversation starts with.... oooh it's a bit nippy now aint it! I don't understand...
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elin
Jul 9, 20212 min read
7 Welsh Sustainable Fashion Brands You Should Know
Wales has a whole host of talent especially when it comes to fashion, lets take a look at some of the best sustainable brands we have to...
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elin
Jun 20, 20214 min read
How are we sustainable/ethical?
Waw what a loaded question, for anyone who starts a sustainable brand you realise quickly that there are always ways to improve, there is...
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elin
Mar 25, 20212 min read
6 Splendid Shades for Spring 2021
It's officially spring! My favourite time of year, and time to bring some fresh new tones to our wardrobes. Here is a list of some of...
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Megan
Jan 11, 20216 min read
Santes Dwynwen- Our Very Own Patron Saint of Lovers
(Yn Cymraeg hefyd!!) Falling on the 25 th of January every year, ‘St Dwynwen’s Day’ is Wales’ national celebratory day of love and...
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