Welcome to Explore Designs by emelia prince ruyle
One of a kind wearable art hand dyed and made in Vermont
This silk jacket has been re-explored, hand dyeing it to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art. It has a textured weave, zipper down the front and waist pockets
48” chest, 25” length
100% silk shell, polyester lining
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.
This silk jacket has been re-explored, hand dyeing it to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art. It has a light quilted liner, zipper front, and waist pockets. Has some wear on the cuffs.
48” chest, 32” length
100% silk shell
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.
Inspired by the beauty of the reservoir. This vintage silk top has been re-explored, hand dyeing it to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art.
Measurements: 43” chest, 25” length
Womens medium
100% silk noil
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.
Inspired by the beauty of the reservoir. These vintage silk pants have been re-explored, hand dyeing them to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art.
Measurements: 26-30” waist (elastic and drawstring), 43” hips, 13 rise, 26” inseam
Womens medium
100% silk noil
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.
Beautiful hand dyed + made raw silk jacket inspired by the colors in the garden.
56” chest, 19.5” length
100% silk noil
Dry clean or hand wash cold
Hand dyed + made in Burlington, VT
Beautiful hand dyed + made raw silk jacket inspired by the details of birch bark.
56” chest, 28.5” length
100% silk noil
Dry clean or hand wash cold
Hand dyed + made in Burlington, VT
Inspired by silver birch trees. This silk tee has been re-explored, hand dyeing it to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art. It has a deep V cut out on the back, making it even more unique.
38” chest, 18.5” length (women’s medium)
100% silk noil
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.
Inspired by the details of birch bark. This vintage silk skirt has been re-explored, hand dyeing it to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art.
Measurements: 24” waist, 25.5” length
100% silk noil
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.
A look into what I’ve been up to this summer - creating, exploring, swimming and sunning!
I have found a lot of inspiration in the colors of my gardens this summer… from veggies to flowers there has been a wild range of colors and patterns.
This silk coat has been re-explored, hand dyeing it to become a one of a kind piece of wearable art. It has buttons up front and waist pockets.
46” chest, 47” length
100% silk shell
Re-explored takes vintage silk pieces and transforms them into something new to extend the life cycle of the garment and keep more textiles out of landfills.