It seems like forever since I began working on the Prairie Couture™ and Prairie Style™ lines of apparel and home goods. Looking back at my notes and posts it has been over 2 years since I started to develop the lines.
The idea came to me when I was working on ROMANTIC PRAIRIE STYLE,my first book back in 2010. I kept working on it while producing the second book, THE ROMANTIC PRAIRIE COOKBOOK and the magazine named after the first book, ROMANTIC PRAIRIE STYLE. I mentioned it on my blog way back (over 1 year ago...where does time go!) then came up with PRAIRIE STYLE™ and PRAIRIE COUTURE™, both legal trademarks.
So, it has been a long time coming but I am happy to have a few samples of the desings to show you. They are in the process of being manufactured (some of the baskets are ready to hit the market). Beside finding the time to create the designs the most challenging thing is to have the right fabrics.
One more thing: I am working on the third book in the Prairie series. I will be announcing its title very soon but it's going to be FABULOUS!!
Anyway, there is a LOT more coming but here is a little sneak preview. I hope you will like! Let me know.
Of course, prairie girls MUST have boots and these are among the many other styles (other patterns, short ones, medium height, with and without heels, cowboy style and so on...) that will be available
Look for jewelry, belts, headbands and more....this is just the begining....
Stay tuned......
Lovely! Everything..
So reflective of the style that you have put on the map~
Good for you~
Bravo..
Posted by: Monique | February 24, 2013 at 10:21 AM
In love with Prairie Couture & Prairie Style.
Can't wait to order a basket for here and fill with fleurs from farmers market!
Looking forward to hearing more about your next book too, Fifi. I know it will be amazing, like everything you create in style.
xoxo~Tracie
Posted by: Tracie~MyPetiteMaison | February 24, 2013 at 10:52 AM
Oh Fifi, everything looks just gorgeous!... I can't wait to get one of those Prairie tablecloths with the ruffles!... and the dresses are sooo pretty!... and of course I want some baskets too... actually, I want it all!... also excited for your new book!... when can we look for it?... xoxo Julie Marie
Posted by: Julie Marie | February 24, 2013 at 11:46 AM
Very exciting stuff, Fifi! You are so very creative, I'm sure you find it hard to stop your mind from going 24/7 just in order to sleep!
I'm looking forward to seeing more!
Hugs, Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | February 24, 2013 at 05:12 PM
LOVE LOVE LOVE it all, Fifi!!! Can hardly wait for your next book.....and when will you publish another issue of Romantic Prairie Style magazine???? I would love to subscribe!
Oh, and please please please keep us gals with "athletic" calves in mind when creating your boots??? I adore tall leather boots, but I can never pull them up past my calves. :(
xoxo laurie
Posted by: laurie | February 24, 2013 at 05:17 PM
Oh my god! That's so exciting! I LOVE the look! I already know i have to have one of the baskets... and i've always loved your style. I can't wait to have the chance to purchase a Fifi original!
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | February 24, 2013 at 07:07 PM
Congrats FIFI,
Your line is going to be a beautiful! It seems to capture your style so well!
It is no small feat designing a line from just a concept. So much goes into it, I had my own label and started it from just an idea and it consumed me for 11 years!
Promise you... when you see it manufactured and in stores you will feel so proud that you saw it through, it is such a accomplishment.
I wish you the best and look forward to your new book as well.
xo,
Gail
Posted by: Gail Smith-Peterson | February 24, 2013 at 09:18 PM
Fifi, this is so exciting! I lvoe the denim and lace in clothing, the baskets with the liners and boots are one of my favorite things! I can't wait to see more! Congratulations on seeing your dreams and ideas become realities! Hugs, Leena
Posted by: Leena Lanteigne | February 24, 2013 at 11:00 PM
Beautiful Fifi did you draw all that? I am so excited to see what you do next.
Posted by: Jessica Bell | February 25, 2013 at 12:09 AM
I love everything of Prairie Style. The Prairie Couture is fabulous !!!! Will it be available in Belgium ?
Have a nice day !
Posted by: Liane | February 25, 2013 at 12:51 AM
so so wonderful creations : j'adore !
Bisous de PARIS sous la neige
Joëlle
Posted by: MY SHABBY FRENCH LIFE | February 25, 2013 at 01:08 AM
Wow! So feminine and fun. Love the home decor. ; )
~Michele
Posted by: Michele | February 25, 2013 at 05:11 AM
I'm mad for the tablecloth and the adorable dishes!Delightful.
Posted by: Carole | February 25, 2013 at 05:56 AM
my mouth has dropped and not closed yet i just keep looking at it of course it is most definately FiFi but truly its in such a big way i feel the cat is finally out of the bag to wonderful peaceful living and i wondererd what all you had been up to well j'adore!!!
Posted by: susan allen | February 25, 2013 at 07:17 AM
You never cease to amaze me! I can't wait to buy one of everything!
Posted by: Janine | February 25, 2013 at 07:50 AM
GOOD GRIEF YOU HAVE BEEN BUSY MADAME FiFi!!!!THose boots with the ticking and those baskets.............YES ~ YES ~ YES!We are all waiting patiently.............I recently read somewhere where that SHABBY CHIC woman was using the PRARIE word to describe something she was doing!I WONDER WHERE SHE GOT THAT IDEA!!!!!!!!She is no more PRARIE then Im FRENCH!We all look forward to the new book..........and when is that FRENCH MAGAZINE popping up on shelves, seems like about now?
Posted by: La Contessa | February 25, 2013 at 08:14 AM
The ticking boots are a real kick! Make sure to offer in wide calf for us real country girls!
Posted by: Teddee Grace | February 25, 2013 at 09:43 AM
Oh Fifi...everything is so lovely! I love that you have really put your style "on the map." I am so looking forward to your next book and your new line! Those boots are so darling!
Congratulations!
~Julia
Posted by: Julia | February 25, 2013 at 09:51 AM
Hi Fifi,
Everything looks so romantic and very feminine. My style also, I really love the linen and denim. The top is lovely the way the back flows is so pretty. I think the back of a top should be just a pretty as the front. After all people do see us coming and going...
I wish you much success.
I look forward to seeing more.
Have a sweet day, Elizabeth
Posted by: Elizabeth | February 25, 2013 at 10:32 AM
OMG, fifi!!!
i remember you telling me about this venture and i am so excited to see it in the final stages of coming true!!! it all looks brilliant!
you are inspiring and indefatigable as always! please check your email, 'kay?
love and hugs, my fairy!
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | February 26, 2013 at 08:05 AM
YAY!!! So exciting, multi talented friend. Can't wait to see everything take off....you are an inspiring, creative wonder. No matter what you do, it's fabulous, mon cherie. xoxo Lidy
Posted by: Lidy@FrenchGardenHouse.com | February 26, 2013 at 08:36 AM
OH EM GEE!! Alll gorgeous! Please tell me the clothes will come in plus sizes????!!!!
Posted by: Susan Krauss | February 27, 2013 at 01:20 PM
Aloha Fifi, I can't wait to shop for your oh so feminine clothing! I always have tried to dress like the "little lady" my mother has taught me to be, and my 19 yr old daughter is happy to be wearing the same pretty clothes too!Excitedly waiting for all of your new line! Mahalo, Vicky
Posted by: Vickielynn Thornburg | February 28, 2013 at 12:50 AM
Your on a roll it looks like
Posted by: Curtains In My Tree | February 28, 2013 at 02:20 PM
I want those dresses in the first photo!!
I LOVE the length (want my knees to breathe, haha!) and the high waists...the sleeves..just perfect.
Posted by: phyllis | March 04, 2013 at 07:53 AM
OMG FIFI, I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT ALL:) It,s so stunning all of it,I am so excited to scoop it all up, also can't wait for the new book n mag,u are sure to please, your so totally amazing at everything u do,can't wait wait to see what's next,you keep us all on our toes,soon to be fashioned in beautiful prarie style boots;) xoxo your totally inspired friend Lindsay of warkworth;);)
Posted by: lindsay c janes | March 06, 2013 at 07:05 PM
OMGOSH Fifi, I've been away from bloging for so long, and look what I've been missing!!!!
How exciting! I simply can't wait.. WHEN WHEN WHEN darling are these pretties available, and where???
Posted by: Jo-Anne | March 07, 2013 at 09:18 PM
It's all so pretty. I will want some of everything!
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