Keeping It In The Family

Some families are creative by nature. If your grandmother owned her own clothing store in 1940s Melbourne, there’s a good chance a love of sewing will be in your genes. Continuing a family legacy of craftsmanship, Lillian Marie & Me is a connection between grandmother and granddaughter. LM & Me match boutique materials with contemporary design to produce a range of handmade bags and bangles made from recycled materials. We love their delicate dresses which feature sheer fabrics, embroidery, vintage lace and detailing sourced from Lillian Marie’s old workroom. There’s no generation gap here, only the best of both worlds.

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