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Top 10 Client Favourites of Spring 2020

Top 10 Client Favourites

Ivey Abitz Spring Summer 2020 Bespoke Clothing Collection

No. 10

Campanella Duster Coat and Campanella Frock

Tied for tenth place, clients are choosing our new Campanella designs for everyday enjoyment.

The Campanella Designs

No. 9

Chomley Frock

Our classic wrap frock is a favourite in our embroidered, striped, and plaid weaves.

Chomley Frock Look

No. 8

Highlands Duster Coat

Versatile and lightweight, the Highlands will serve you well for years to come.

Highlands Duster Coat Look

No. 7

Highlands Frock

A go-to layering frock in our plaid and striped weaves.

Highlands Frock Look

No. 6

Harrison Frock

Clients are ordering the Harrison in several different weaves. They love the fit and feel and like having the same dependable frock in different fabrics.

Harrison Frock Look

No. 5

Monceau Frock and Monceau Duster Coat

Tied for 5th, our new Monceaus are simple and flattering in fit, though the designs are delightfully complicated and intricate.

Monceau Look

No. 4

Au Sable Frock

A mix of raw edging and gathers are pleasing to the body and soul.

Au Sable Look

No. 3

Porte Cochere Sash

A favourite accoutrement. Some clients have more than a dozen in different fabrics to mix and match within their Ivey Abitz wardrobe.

Porte Cochere Look

No. 2

Scattergood Frock

The good is being scattered across the globe with our new frock.

Scattergood Frock Look

No. 1 Favourite

Scattergood Duster Coat

A new favourite duster, mostly chosen in our crinkled linens.

Scattergood Duster Look
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Sold Out Fabrics

As you continue to make your selections from the new collection, please keep in mind that the following fabrics are now sold out:

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Black and White Picture Book Plaid – SOLD OUT

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Rosy Washed Stripe Linen – SOLD OUT

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New Day Washed Plaid Gauze – SOLD OUT

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Fresh Water Floral Weave – SOLD OUT

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Black on White Floral Silk Chiffon – SOLD OUT

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White on Black Floral Silk Chiffon – SOLD OUT

Nearly Sold Out Fabrics

Fresh Water Puckered Stripe Cotton

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See all the designs that are available in this nearly sold out Fresh Water Puckered Stripe Cotton.

Portrait of American painter and teacher Robert Henri.

A Sign of Hope

Just When We Need it Most

We are fortunate to have a dear neighbour here in New York named Bruce. He invites us over often for the best home-cooked meals. But nowadays we are all taking social distancing very seriously. No meals together for the foreseeable future. He still surprises us by leaving at our doorstep treats and bouquets of flowers from his masterful garden. Bruce is an exemplary neighbour indeed.

Recently, he saw us leaving our house to take one of our dogs to an emergency veterinarian. He normally runs over to help in any way he can. This time, to honour the social distancing mandates, he ran out from his carriage house, stopped at the end of his drive, and held up this sign as we drove by (pictured above).

A sign of hope, just when we need it most.

Wishing you good health and hope,

-Cynthia and Josh Ivey Abitz

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New Spring 2020 Collection Coming Soon

Cynthia and Joshua Ivey Abitz in the Ivey Abitz Studio F - F is for fabric

Ivey Abitz is open for business, and we are diligently working on the next collection.

When we came up with our business model decades ago, we wanted to live literally next door to our work so that we did not have to spend time commuting. Not only is this more time efficient, it also saves on car emissions and gas. It allows us to adopt rescue dogs in need and tend to their care. This setup is beneficial during snowstorms and other weather related shutdowns. And it is currently proving to be beneficial during this unforeseen time to avoid the spread of the coronavirus. We are comfortably working in our studio, just north of Manhattan, like we normally do.

Our tailors are all working in their satellite studios nearby, sewing as usual. Current bespoke orders are being made on time or ahead of schedule. We are all following the recommended social distancing during this time and dropping things off to one another at our doorsteps. Our tailors are admitted introverts, and some tell us they don’t mind this additional alone time at all. We miss seeing them, but being sensitive to CDC guidelines is imperative to stop the virus in its tracks.

We will debut the new Spring/Summer 2020 Collection in the coming days. Ivey Abitz designs embody the concepts of thoughtful self-care alongside mindful choices that impact the entire globe, and this seems more relevant now than ever before. So, we continue with our calling to create hopeful designs and ethically made clothing. We hope that Ivey Abitz wearable art will be a ray of abundantly hopeful light, just when we all need it most.

May we all be kind to ourselves and kind to one another. We’ll be in touch again soon for the debut. Onward and upward!

With gratitude,

Cynthia and Josh Ivey Abitz

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IA101 2020 Collection Announcement

Save the date!

Event: New IA101 Ready to Ship Collection Debut at Sample Sale Prices

Time: Thursday, 8PM EST

Place: IveyAbitz.com

About the Sale

  • Sample Sale pricing – 15-40% off.
  • 4 days only. Ends Monday, February 24.
  • Limited availability – first come, first served.
  • Begins Thursday, February 20, 8PM EST.

New for this Collection

  • Bespoke quality garments made to exacting Ivey Abitz standards by our tailors in New York.
  • Garments are Ready to Ship for instant gratification.
  • All sizes in every design – XS, S, M, L, XL.
  • Finest available European fabrics for everyday wear.
  • Buy an entire look in one click.
  • Buy a complete Designer Capsule, up to 5 looks in one click.

See you Thursday!

Why not shop the Collection No. 60 Look Book while you wait?

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Save the Date 12-10-19

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As a bespoke clothier, we don’t often get a chance to say this…

Tuesday we’ll begin a Sample Sale at IveyAbitz.com.

Many samples will be more than 50% Off.

We expect this sale to be short lived, and we wanted to give you advanced notice so you won’t miss that very special something yearning to join your wardrobe.

Ivey Abitz samples are garments that were made for photoshoots, studio displays, and prototypes. Many are one-of-a-kind and sold on a first-come-first-served basis. You might recognize some from look books, and others will be new discoveries for you.

As a courtesy, if you’re signed up to IA News email alerts, we’ll send you an email reminder Tuesday at 8PM EST, when the sale begins. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to enjoy this rare opportunity to acquire Ivey Abitz designs at very special prices.

See you Tuesday!

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Fall Transition 2018

Up to 40% off now through 9/16/18. Prices as marked on design pages.

Midsummer 2018 Ivey Abitz Look 36
Transition to Fall with Midsummer looks. This is Midsummer Look 36. – Ivey Abitz

Midsummer 2018 may have debuted in summer, but the designs and weaves are relevant and perfect for fall. Many combinations are relevant for all seasons, especially for those of you who live in warm climes year round.

We still have some of your favourite weaves remaining. 

We even have your favourites on special.

Read on for some tips on the Ivey Abitz transition to fall…

Transition to Fall with Midsummer Look 8

Midsummer 2018 Ivey Abitz Look 8
Grasmere Duster Coat in Black and White Wispy Striped Linen with Wire in the Collar; Nook Frock in Black and White Floral Voile; Thatched Frock in Signature Black Gauzy Linen. – Ivey Abitz

Here’s how to use Look 8 in your transition to fall.

Transition to Fall with Midsummer Look 1

Midsummer 2018 Ivey Abitz Look 1
Canterbury Cardigan in Rising Sun Ethereal Knit; Canterbury Frock in Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk, High Water Length; Blanchefleur Sash in Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk. – Ivey Abitz

Here’s how to use Look 1 in your transition to fall.

Transition to Fall from Midsummer Look 3

Midsummer 2018 Ivey Abitz Look 3
Morningside Duster Coat in Beach Grass Plaid Linen; Tilbrook Frock in Beach Grass Wispy Washed Linen; Cilla Slip Frock in Devon Cream Ethereal Knit. – Ivey Abitz

How to use Look 3 to transition to fall.

Transition to Fall from Midsummer Look 7

Midsummer 2018 Ivey Abitz Look 7
Highlands Shirt in Sun and Sky Cotton Voile; Cilla Slip Frock in Devon Cream Ethereal Knit; Highlands Skirt in Onward Blue Cottage Plaid, Elliot Jacket in Onward Blue Puckered Knit. – Ivey Abitz

How to use the elements of Look 7 in your fall transition

Discover more transition to fall favourites with the inspiring Look Book.

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Exclusive Offer for Midsummer 2018

exclusive offer from Ivey Abitz for midsummer 2018

Exclusive 40% Off Offer for IA News Subscribers and Facebook Fans

Plus, every fabric is on sale through 9/4/18.

A very special opportunity in the Midsummer Collection is here!

Now through 9/4/18 get 40% off Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk – a featured fabric from the Midsummer photoshoot.

This fabric glows like the sunrise, and that’s how we present it to you. We photographed this fabric in Look No. 1 at 5:30am, sunrise near the 45th parallel. The wind was brisk, and we shivered both from the spray of the waves and the beauty of the moment.

Order your favourite Ivey Abitz design in Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk and get 40% off. But only while fabric lasts. No substitutions, applies to new orders only. Sale ends 9/4/18.

Every fabric is on sale now through Tuesday.

We look forward to creating quality bespoke clothing just for you!

Shop by Fabric | Shop by Design | Shop by Look

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Midsummer Sale Exclusive

Canterbury Cardigan in Rising Sun Ethereal Knit; Canterbury Frock in Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk, High Water Length; Blanchefleur Sash in Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk.    - Ivey Abitz

Pictured: Canterbury Frock in Rising Sun Embroidered Washed Silk, now offered at 40% off for a limited time.

Exclusive Offer for IA News Subscribers and Facebook Fans

A very special opportunity in the Midsummer Collection is here!

The first sale of the season–up to 40% off on our ultra-premium fabric weaves and design combinations. 

We look forward to creating quality bespoke clothing just for you!

Shop by Fabric | Shop by Design | Shop by Look

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Complimentary Frock Offer Spring 2018

ivey abitz blanchefleur frock

Complimentary Frock Offer

Offer Ended 5/18/18

The one and only complimentary frock offer of the season begins today, whilst fabric lasts!

As a thank you for embracing the collection and creating your everyday wardrobe with Ivey Abitz bespoke garments, receive a complimentary frock with your qualifying mid-spring order of $950 or more.

A value of up to $475, the complimentary frock is our gift to you — whilst fabric lasts.

Choose the fabric for your complimentary Blanchefleur Frock:

Red Door Washed Cotton

Red Door Washed Cotton Description: Smart and snappy. Soft and stunning. Overall, the weave is red to complement our Red Door palette. Its unique depth, however, is achieved by its yarn dyed brilliance. Our Red Door Washed Cotton has a mix of cream and brown threads in the weave to create a muted red that is so pleasing to the eye. A fine choice for an everyday shirt. It's also featured in our Limited Edition Blanchefleur Frock. Look closely, and you'll see the clever cream and brown threads in the selvedge edge of the frock.
Red Door Washed Cotton

Linen Crinkled Gauze

Linen Crinkled Gauze - Description: The lovely crinkled effect is woven right into this fine French weave. It has texture, yet it's still very soft to the touch and is lovely against the skin. It's a natural linen weave that is not quite white, not quite cream. We consider it an ideal choice for a quintessential not-quite-white but light hued shirt in a wardrobe. It's an excellent choice for the not-quite-white but light hued base layer frock, too.
Linen Crinkled Gauze

Blue Slate Washed Linen

Blue Slate Washed Linen - Description: A good, sturdy linen garment is always a good idea. Paired with the original details of an IA design, the linen becomes an essential everyday garment that you'll constantly wear. Consider this favourite hue of Blue Slate (a dark blue grey) as something offbeat from the standard black "staple" garment. The calming and rich hue is woven into an all season weight linen that will allow you to mix and match year round.
Blue Slate Washed Linen

How to Get Your Complimentary Frock

When checking out with a bespoke order of $950 or more, simply write your size choice (XS, S, M, L, XL), length choice (high water or low water), and fabric choice in the comments box of your shopping basket.

Offer begins May 11, 2018 and ends May 18, or until fabric choices are sold out. This offer will not be combined with past or future orders. IA101 orders do not qualify for this offer.

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Dresses and Dusters Sale – Spring 2018 Bespoke

Spring Sale 2018 Bespoke Ivey Abitz

 

Dresses and Dusters are the biggest sellers in the Ivey Abitz bespoke clothing collection.

Versatile and practical, dresses can serve as a base layer and – depending on the fabric you choose – a stand alone outfit in your bespoke Ivey Abitz wardrobe.

Dusters make versatile top layers. Order a heavier fabric for a coat, or order a lighter fabric for an indoor jacket. Check out the Spring 2018 Look Book to see these important pieces in over 50 ensembles.

Now Dresses and Dusters are on sale for a limited time. That includes Frocks and Coat Dresses, too.

Spring fabrics are selling out steadily, so you’ll want to check our SOLD OUT fabric update page.

Finally, Ivey Abitz is now on Twitter and Instagram.

We hope IA News continues to bring you a small dose of grace through beautiful design. Having you on our list is certainly an inspiration for us to keep creating. Thank you again for subscribing.

Gratefully yours,

-All of us at Ivey Abitz

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Fabric Status Page Tracks Sold Out and Nearly Sold Out Weaves

Original Plaster Embroidered Washed Silk - Description: The Spring 2018 piece de resistance, alongside the Lawn Washed Pintuck Silk. A mix of refreshing and calming hues, all in one weave. The variegated striped silk background makes an incredibly unique background for the intricately embroidered floral and vine motif. The vine design cascades across the body, creating a flattering detail within your flattering IA frock.

Introducing the new Fabric Status page at IveyAbitz.com.

We receive many inquiries asking about which fabrics are nearly sold out in the current bespoke collection. Now you can save time and get the answers directly from the Fabric Status page.

Sold Out fabrics are listed at the top, and Nearly Sold Out fabrics are listed next. Keep in mind that sometimes fabrics will sell out before we have a chance to add them to this list. The moral of that story is to order early for best fabric selection.

We will be updating the fabric status page manually as we monitor our fabric stock, so use it as a guide but not a guarantee of availability.

Sometimes we are able to get more of a particular fabric after it is sold out, but this is a rare occasion. It may involve a wait while the fabric is made at the mill, which can take weeks or even months. In this case, we suggest discovering a new fabric to obsess over. Remember, the next collection is always around the corner. And one thing you can depend on is the continuation of the Ivey Abitz aesthetic from season to season.

As always, contact us if you have questions about fabrics. Even with website technology at our disposal, there is no substitute for personal interaction.

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