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Nadia Faye Designs

A 1940's inspired vintage reproduction accessory brand offering classic and elegant turbans and head

30/11/2022

This morning when I was getting dressed I thought, hmm, this probably isn’t professional enough for the meetings I have today.

I quickly went into a spiral of, I’m not good enough, why am I even invited etc but I realized that it’s better for me to wear what I feel confident and comfortable in, that’s authentic to me as a person and what I can bring to the table rather than the thought of who I should be.

It’s kinda nice to just be me.

🪡 Dress: Handmade

06/11/2022

Super happy with my latest make - a 1940’s work wear jacket!

I started this one in lockdown in 2020… and subsequently pushed it aside after losing my jacket sewing mojo 🤣I finally picked it back up as I hate having things unfinished, plus the fabric was expensive and it felt so wasteful.

What do you think? 💗

🪡 Pattern: Lumberjack jacket from
🪡 Fabric: Wool from

04/08/2022

👋🏻 There’s a few new faces here so thought I’d introduce myself!

I’m Nadia, 35 and originally from the UK. I moved to Melbourne 14 years ago, after graduating from my Bachelor of Biomedical Science.

I have a mini dachshund, Rollo, who is the absolute bestest boy and my little ray of sunshine.

I have never met a craft I haven’t liked (actually I take that back, crotchet) but my favorites are sewing and painting. I’ve been sewing (consistently) for about 6 years. I love the creativity and the fact I can make clothes to fit my 6 ft curvy frame.

I love pink, sweet treats and a two piece outfit 😂💗

✨Tell me something about yourself below!✨

02/08/2022

Thank you for all the love on my Frocktails dress!

I wanted to share some details about its construction and a bit of honesty in terms of cost to construct a garment like this.

📍Patterns used were: 1936 Elegant low back evening dress with statement sleeves from Bright Young Things for the skirt and 1930’s Ladies Wedding/ evening gown from Vintage Pattern Girl (both on Etsy) for the sleeves and bodice.

📍Modifications: The bodice I added darts, length in both the arm scythe and bodice. I really wanted a backless dress so I hacked the pattern to a deep V. I also added length to the sleeve and skirt to account for being 6ft tall!

📍Finishing: The bodice is fully lined in silk and so is the lower cuff. These were hand sewn to the outer silk, including hand understitching and a hand sewn hem. I used an invisible zipper on the side for the closure and two snaps inside the cuff to allow the sleeve to balloon. All inside seams were completed as a French seam.

📍Cost: 100% Mulberry silk from .textiles at $50 p/m (4m required)
Lining silk: $20 p/m (40% off) and 1.5m used.
Notions: Zip, thread, popper ~$20
Belt: Buckle and then made $120

📍Time: It took me 3 muslins to get the fit as both patterns were not my size so including this it was approximately 30 hours of cutting, sewing and hand sewing.

So it absolutely was a costly dress to make because of the fabric choice I had in mind and the time taken to construct it. It certainly was a challenge as I’ve never sewn with silk and it isn’t perfect but I’m so thrilled with it!

✨What do you think? ✨

12/06/2022

🌴☀️Bali - June 22

Photo dump of our holiday from last week.

A week of rest, reading and sunshine which was so desperately needed with my most favourite person 💗

28/05/2022

A little casual outfit paired with my black and white gingham scrunch!

These Scrunch headbands are super versatile and can be dressed up or down - the fabric “scrunched” can be pinned down to create a more everyday look and is a great option if you have just started wearing vintage style turbans/ headbands!

✨Available now on my website✨

26/05/2022

All orders have now SHIPPED!

I’m super excited to see these new Viola headbands arriving to their new owners. It always makes me happy seeing people adding their unique spin to an outfit!

These are available now in my shop! Tap the picture to be taken there ✨

23/05/2022

I always try to style the pieces I sell in differing ways so you can see how they look from casual to more glam.

I’ve paired the Viola Headband in black with this incredible suit jacket from and a handmade black skirt. This is definitely a power outfit!

✨Viola is currently available on my website in limited numbers✨

Also, if you have purchased from me before please tag me as I’d love to create a customer gallery!

21/05/2022

In Ballarat for the - so good to see familiar faces and new ones and support friends on stage!

Also a little Best Dressed audience member win for me, which was a nice surprise! I planned my outfit around my new Viola Headband, wearing a thrifted skirt and this amazing blouse.

What do you think? 💗

20/05/2022

Another look at the Scrunch headband in black and white gingham!

I’ve had so much lovely feedback on this piece due to it being so versatile, this is especially good for those dipping their toes in the water of hair accessories as it can be paired back and then as your confidence increases so can the size of your Scrunch!

Let me know if you have any questions down below 👇🏻

✨Available TONIGHT at 7pm✨

18/05/2022

I always enjoy creating the complimentary corsages that come with the Viola Headband. It’s where the original inspiration came from when I started Nadia Faye Designs - seeing vintage adverts of women in glamorous turbans and floral pieces.

This one is made up of tiny white velvet flowers and little pink buds, bound in a black velvet ribbon. The small brooch clasp allows you to pin your corsage onto the headband or your outfit.

I love seeing how people style both of these pieces individually and together!

✨Available Friday 20th May at 7pm✨

16/05/2022

The Viola headband in black is the perfect everyday accessory!

I wanted to make vintage inspired headbands and turbans that didn’t hurt when worn all day - so all fabrics have been carefully chosen for quality and comfort.

The headband on the Viola is 10” wide so can be placed in half when wearing your hair down or kept wide when hair is worn up! These are actually made in two portions and then hand sewn together - every piece handmade with love.

Shown here with a classic blouse and skirt for a chic work look.

✨Available Friday 20th May at 7pm✨

Address

Melbourne, VIC

Website

http://nadiafayedesigns.com/

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