Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley1/10The colors and organized chaos of India beautifully captured in my most cherished photo of our trip.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley2/10Me, soaking up some Indian sun in my favorite Gayle Dress (as seen in photos 5 and 6) from the current Spring 2019 collectsion. We are using the leftover fabric this Fall as part of our efforts to create as little waste as possible.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley3/10Where the magic happens: 90% of my collectsion is made in this room, from sampling to production.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley4/10Factory owner Naresh Vij, and his trusted pattern maker of over 8 years, Ram Babu making final fit adjustments on the Lane Dress (also seen in photo 5).
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley5/10The Gayle dress in the final stage before packing and shipping: finishing and quality control by the lovely Pushpa and Geeta.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley6/10The Gayle dress on the sewing line. Every one of these talented sewers play a part in sewing each and every piece, like an assembly line. For example, Bobi is sewing all of the necklines and Pooja, the bodices. This ensures every garment will be the same.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley7/10Fabric heaven! Cuttings that are ready for dying and sampling. It may not look like it from the photos, but each fabric is incredibly unique in texture. Many of my collectsions start in this room with fabric sourcing.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley8/10This season we have committed to using reusable cotton dust bags to protect each piece of clothing. There are endless ways to be mindful about how you choose to produce your products, and this is just one of ours. Pictured here, the bags are being prepared to be screen-printed with the Maria Stanley logo.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley9/10Textile inspirations are everywhere in India. This photo was taken walking the streets, my favorite way to become acquainted with a city.
Photo: Michael J. Spear / Courtesy of Maria Stanley10/10More color and textile inspiration.