An ethical gift is one that gets worn, not one that sits in a drawer. Every piece below is made in France from deadstock or upcycled fabric, in limited runs, and currently in stock. Prices are listed by budget, from a €39 T-shirt to a statement coat.
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In brief
- Every piece is made in France from deadstock or upcycled fabric, in limited runs.
- Under €50: the Matthieu art T-shirts. Under €200: embroidered pants, the Grace corset, the Lavinia skirt.
- Our pieces run slightly small: when in doubt, size up, or choose a forgiving cut.
- Free shipping from €200 in France and the EU; order by the first week of December for Christmas.
Contents
- Under €50: the art T-shirts
- Under €150: everyday pieces with a signature detail
- Under €200: pieces she will keep for years
- The gift that makes a statement
- How to get the size right
- Order in time
- Gift ideas at a glance
- Frequently asked questions about ethical fashion gifts
- Find the gift that looks like her
Under €50: the art T-shirts
Our Matthieu T-shirts are the easiest way into the brand, and the easiest gift to get right: a relaxed fit forgives a size mistake.
- Mondrian embroidered T-shirt Matthieu, €39. A nod to Mondrian, the most famous of Dutch painters, embroidered rather than printed.
- Kandinsky print T-shirt Matthieu, €39. For someone who loves color and abstract art.
- Embroidered logo T-shirt Matthieu, €39. The quiet option: a discreet embroidered logo.
Under €150: everyday pieces with a signature detail
- Anna long-sleeve top, €119. A fitted top with a wide boat neck and our tulip embroidery. It works alone or layered under a dress.
- Marie Pierra puff-sleeve crop top, €139. Puff sleeves and a cropped length, in green, red or black.
- Karen pleated mini skirt, €139. A pleated mini that moves well, with tights in winter and bare legs in summer.
- Rina high-waisted flare pants, €149. High-waisted and flared, with very deep pockets.
Under €200: pieces she will keep for years
- Emilie embroidered pants, €159. Embroidered with the canal houses of Amsterdam. The pockets are lined in recycled cotton.
- Tessa embroidered pants, €159. Tulip-embroidered pockets, also lined in recycled cotton.
- Angèle Kandinsky print shirt, €159. A Kandinsky print with buttons made from waste recovered from the ocean.
- Selena slit midi skirt, €159. A high-waisted black midi with a slit, for evenings out as much as office days.
- Grace corset, €199. Our bestseller, cut from upcycled curtains, with a tie strap she can wear several ways.
- Lavinia godet midi skirt, €199. A godet midi skirt with Italian pockets. Its flared cut is very forgiving on size.
The gift that makes a statement
- Femke tulip corset top, €229. A corset top with a tulip-shaped bust.
- Emma tulip embroidered dress, €249. A dress embroidered with tulips.
- Rebecca sequin midi dress, €289. A fitted sequin midi with a V-neck, puff sleeves and a slit: the dress for New Year's Eve.
- Cari orange hourglass coat, €499. Wool and cashmere, lined in viscose, with buttons made from ocean waste. The kind of coat that gets noticed before she even takes it off.
How to get the size right
- Check a label. Look discreetly at a piece she wears often, ideally from the same family as your gift: a skirt for a skirt, a top for a top.
- Size up when in doubt. Our pieces run slightly small, and a piece that is a little loose wears better than one that is too tight.
- Choose a forgiving cut. T-shirts, flared skirts and relaxed shirts accept a size difference; fitted pants and corsets do not.
- Ask us. Send us measurements taken from a garment she owns and we will tell you which size to choose. If the size is wrong, contact us before sending anything back and we will find a solution together.
Order in time
Orders are prepared within 1 to 3 business days, then delivered in 2 to 8 business days depending on the destination. Shipping is free from €200 in France and the European Union. For a gift under the tree, order by the first week of December.
Gift ideas at a glance
| Budget | Piece | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Under €50 | Mondrian embroidered T-shirt Matthieu | €39 |
| Under €50 | Kandinsky print T-shirt Matthieu | €39 |
| Under €150 | Anna long-sleeve top | €119 |
| Under €150 | Marie Pierra puff-sleeve crop top | €139 |
| Under €150 | Rina high-waisted flare pants | €149 |
| Under €200 | Emilie embroidered pants | €159 |
| Under €200 | Angèle Kandinsky print shirt | €159 |
| Under €200 | Grace corset | €199 |
| Under €200 | Lavinia godet midi skirt | €199 |
| Statement | Femke tulip corset top | €229 |
| Statement | Emma tulip embroidered dress | €249 |
| Statement | Rebecca sequin midi dress | €289 |
| Statement | Cari orange hourglass coat | €499 |
Frequently asked questions about ethical fashion gifts
What makes a fashion gift ethical?
Where the fabric comes from, who made the piece and in what conditions, and whether it will be worn for a long time. Upcycled and deadstock pieces made in small runs tick all three.
What is a good ethical gift under €50?
One of our Matthieu T-shirts at €39: embroidered or printed with art references, and easy to size.
What if the size is wrong?
Contact us before sending anything back: we will find the right solution together. Keep the tags on until the size is confirmed.
Can I see the pieces before buying in Paris?
Yes, at Konepa, 55 rue Condorcet, 75009 Paris, our only stockist.
Find the gift that looks like her
Browse the full collection, try our pieces on at Konepa, 55 rue Condorcet in Paris, or write to us: we will help you choose.
By Guillaume Aubagnac, designer of Guillaume Alexandre.