When I set out to design the Lesley dress, I had one goal in mind: to create a piece that blends style, comfort, and a sense of effortless chic. Living in Thailand, where the tropical climate calls for breathable fabrics and freedom of movement, I wanted something that women could wear with ease while still feeling fashionable. And that’s where the inspiration of the 1960s trapeze dress came in.
The trapeze dress was a game-changer when it first appeared in the late 1950s, introduced by none other than Yves Saint Laurent during his time at Christian Dior. It was a revolutionary departure from the post-war era’s stiff, structured, hourglass silhouettes. Instead, the trapeze dress was all about movement—fitted at the shoulders but widening towards the hem in a graceful A-line arc, much like a trapeze. This shift marked a new fashion era where women could move freely and confidently.
I remember visiting the Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Paris, standing in awe of his bold, modern designs that embraced a new kind of femininity. It was then that I knew the Lesley dress had to be rooted in this legacy. I wanted to pay homage to Saint Laurent’s innovation while making it my own—something minimalistic yet versatile.
Naming the dress “Lesley” felt like a natural fit. It’s a nod to Lesley Lawson—better known as Twiggy—who embodied the free-spirited, playful energy of the 1960s. Her look was iconic, her influence undeniable. Like Twiggy, the Lesley dress is all about making a statement with ease.
Designed as a bicolor A-line dress, the Lesley is timeless and versatile. Whether you dress it up with heels or keep it casual with flats, it’s a piece that moves with you, not against you. It’s the kind of dress that offers comfort and style, a balance many modern women look for but don’t always find.
In a world where trends come and go, the Lesley dress reminds us that true style is about feeling confident and free, no matter where the day takes you.
