This page offers a transparent overview of how this garment is made, from materials to process and care. Created with intention, and designed to last.
How it’s made
The Cotton Lace Maxi Dress is made in The Netherlands by Demi van Ginkel in our own studio. Everything you see at Midheavens has been made and designed at our studio. From pattern cutting, sample developing to making the final pieces, we can make sure everything is done ethically by controlling it in our studio.
Made to order
Small scale production
One piece at a time
Materials and fabrics
The Cotton Lace Maxi Dress is made from a mousseline fabric
Mousseline
100% Organic Cotton
This material was chosen because of it’s soft, breathable nature. Making it perfect for summer.
Care and longevity
Wash instructions:
Wash in a laundry bag
Max 30 degrees
Gentle wash cycle
Lay or hang to dry
You don’t need to wash your item after every wear, washing less extends the life of your garment and uses less water. Refresh with a special spray or hang outside!
We need 4 meters of fabric for this dress
It takes 5 hours to make this dress, from pattern cutting to finishing touches. Depending on if you chose the option free made to measure and if you want any adjustments to the pattern, it may take longer
Time and process
We have a production time from 2-5 weeks, this way we always have enough time to process the free made to measure option and any adjustments you may want on the dress that requires a different pattern that we make just for you.
Mindful production
Made to order = no overproduction
Small-scale, low waste
We use up all our fabric scraps in the following ways:
Using them to test make new samples
Make new scrap items for you from accessories to clothing items
Using them for different tests