Wow. I am loooooving NE Fremont Street and the amazing community of Beaumont Village!
Everyone has been so welcoming and cheerful about folly joining the street and it feels great! I am so happy to meet everyone and excited to dress a lot of new lovely people!
Come see me soon! Spring is an exciting time to fluff your existing wardrobe with some colorful new pieces. Plus, did you hear 2022 has the most weddings scheduled since 1984!?! It makes me wonder what was going on in 1984! Anyway, are you invited to any weddings? You know we love making dresses that are comfortable but also super festive and wedding season is a funzone season at folly! We are making new things everyday and I'm doing the best I can to get things online but for the first time in years I have to admit I am behind in this endeavor. I hope you can make it into the beautiful new shop and see everything we have to offer! Plus I love to see YOU!
It’s sunny days like today when you can feel spring is just around the corner! Pretty soon we’ll be back to strolling around in sandals and smelling the flowers in the air. Get a jumpstart on spring with some of these beautiful new dresses! All made even more perfect with our favorite vintage-inspired, house-made slips!
This Nelli Pop print is one of our favorite bold prints so far this season! We’ve got it in a maxi too!
The Abbie is our most favorite everyday dress! Loose and flowy, what more do you want on a sunny day?! Plus it’s made right in the back of our shop!
Going to your favorite sunny spot soon? Bring this Anzi Island Dress with you! So romantic!
And of course, the beloved Jamie dress. Oh how we love you! She’s got your back whether you are running to work, having a picnic, or going out to a date night! Dress her up with a fun Obi belt for even more versatility!
Stop by to try some of these dresses and bring on the sun!
What a great way start to 2019! Earlier this month, Sarah Bibb debuted the start of her spring collection at the Shift into Style Fashion Show hosted by Mercedes Benz of Wilsonville alongside some of our other favorite Portland designers. We were honored to be able to work with so many talented people and send our newest designs down the runway.
First up is one of our favorite new designs called the Tootie - a short sleeve two-tone style wrap dress with a cute collar and tie at the waist paired with one of Sarah Bibb’s signature beaded necklaces. This mixing of prints and color is a theme we’re having a lot of fun with this season and there will definitely be more of this to come, so stay tuned!
Tootie Wrap Dress - (sold out but more coming soon!)
For separates, Sarah sent down the velvet Toni Top with a pair of our favorite Olive Liza skinny jeans. The Toni Top is extra fun and flowy, and can easily be dressed up or down! So chic!
Up next was one of Sarah Bibb’s newest styles, the Moreau Maxi Skirt paired with an Animal Turtleneck and Bow Belt. We’re loving this extra long ruffle and Monterey teal color paired with this perfectly tiny Animal print fabric, now available in the Dawn Tee!
The Fiona Dusk graced us next, with a bold pop of cobalt at the waist and pink crochet tights! We love the Fiona, a tried and true style that never fails to be just gorgeous.
Next up, an SB classic, the Meredith! Flowy and loose in the back with a fitted front and sash at the waist, this Meredith is just stunning and so unique. We’ve got just one of these in stock so stop by to try this one on before it’s gone!
Second to last was the Dahlia in a graphic Rome print with a pop of a dusty purple floral silk peeking out from the bottom ruffle. So romantic and flowy, you’re sure to see more of this new style this spring!
Dahlia in Rome (sold out, but stay tuned!)
Lastly, one of SB’s classic silk dresses, the Nora Dress in Adriatic. This piece features short sleeves, a sash tied at the waist, and an asymmetrical skirt flowing over an Ava Slip and some pink crochet tights for an extra color pop!
We love being able to share our latest designs with you, and the Shift into Style Fashion Show was a great way to kick off 2019! Check out our latest designs and follow us on Instagram to see what fun styles are in the works for spring!
We’re loaded up with so much cuteness for your New Year’s Eve celebrations, work events, or just everyday life! Plus we still have so many fun cold weather accessories for winter to keep you cozy and cute!
Hailey PJ Sets: We only make these during the holiday season and we have some select sizes left so come get them while they last! These PJs are super cozy and so adorable! You deserve to sleep and lounge in comfort and luxury.
Johnny Was Silk Cami + Sarah Bibb Velvet Morgan Shorts: We love this combo for an alternative to the Hailey PJ set! Both of these pieces are super soft, sexy, and comfortable. Plus, the Johnny Was Silk Cami is also a great layering piece under tops like the Toni or Sarah Tops. Pair with some Thunderpants for extra cute!
Silversmith Hez + Mere Sweater Jumper: Looking to be festive and extra comfortable at your New Year’s celebrations? Sarah Bibb’s Silversmith Hez Tee and Mere Sweater Jumper are the perfect combo! Bonus points if you have some cute silver boots or heels to pair this outfit with!
Biggie Scarf + Mira Blouse + Level 99 Jeans Here’s a fun outfit that can take you from the office to dinner while staying sophisticated, stylish, and colorful! Who can say no to that?! We love this Mira Blouse from One Imaginary Girl so much we have the print in two styles! And I just love this print paired with our Biggie Scarf in Ziggy rainbow chevron print.
Toni Top If you’re looking for a magical flowy top that’s festive, comfortable, and seasonless we’ve got just the thing! The Toni Top is one of Sarah Bibb’s newest creations this season, and one of the most versatile pieces we’ve got! Wear this out to a bar or to a dressy event day or night! We love this piece for New Year’s too! We’ve got it in two prints, Ribbon and Dazzle - which one is your favorite?
We love dressing you, Portland, and we hope you all had a happy holidays! It means so much to be a part of so many of your holiday seasons, and we are truly grateful for all of our amazing customers who came to visit us before the holidays.
We know some of you have some gift cards to redeem so come say hi and find something extra cute! Don’t forget about our holiday hours through New Years!
We’re really starting to feel some hints of fall in Portland in the last week or so. The light is changing, the wildfire smoke has cleared off of the city, and we’ve finally gotten some sprinkles of rain here and there. We love a season change at Folly, and we were so excited to be able to kick off our fall collection with the semi annual Fade to Light fashion show where we can experiment with new styles and designs.
Sarah Bibb’s collection made an entrance first with a lighthearted short video centering around the idea that bright colors don’t have to die off at the end of summer, and in fact, we should keep vivid fashion around for the often grey and gloomy Portland fall days. Doesn’t that just make sense? Check out the video below!
Her runway collection was full of playful, yet sporty designs aiming to bring a cheerful mood to the start of fall. The first look out was a teal velvet bra and panties set paired with a kimono style jacket in an abstract printed silk organza.
Next out was a hot pink exaggerated turtleneck paired with a black jumper featuring some oversized buttons. This hot pink dress echoed the silhouette featured in the opening video. I love this idea of a neon pink dress in a fall collection! Following this theme, you can expect to find bright solids and prints along with button details in our in-store fall collection!
The next look down the runway was a bright teal hoody paired with a flowy black patterned skirt with a pop of tulle peeking out. This was a fun way to pair a casual sweatshirt with a more feminine skirt to give a unique and playful look. The fabric of the Mina Skirt is one of our favorites this year! Both of these pieces are very versatile and can be mixed and matched to give a more dressy or cozy feel. Stop by the shop to come check out the Audrey Hoody and Mina Skirt!
Another piece from the runway that's now available for you in-store is the Mary Tunic! For the runway, we paired this with some ombre tights, but for every day, this tunic pairs really nicely with some of our Tummy Tuck Leggings. This tunic is a great way to feel cozy and comfortable, but still look cute!
Next up was a teal velvet tank featuring an exaggerated turtleneck and a silver lining paired with a silk organza mid-length circle skirt lined with a golden yellow silk. The silver lining on the tank gave her an intergalactic type of feel, while still feeling very fall being paired with teal and golden hues. This look was so fun and lighthearted, yet sophisticated and sexy! Come check out these ombre tights we have in the shop too!
Following the theme of velvet and extra long turtlenecks, the next look featured a pink velvet tank paired with a black corduroy jumper with oversized red buttons down the front. I love this look, especially how the ombre tights work with the black jumper to create a seamless gradient.
Second to last was a really fun jumper in a black based print paired with a corduroy bow belt. The wide legs of this jumper move really nicely and gave a balance to the more fitted, strapless top. This fabric is gorgeous and has so many beautiful fall colors! Check out this fabric in one of our Fiona dresses available in the shop!
Lastly, the most dressy and festive piece made an entrance! This look was a one shoulder teal velvet dress with a flowy skirt and silk organza lining. We paired this with a corduroy bow belt, ombre mermaid tights, and the most perfect turquoise pumps to create a seamlessly gorgeous look.
A big thank you to Ama Hathaway for these beautiful photos!
We love the idea of having the runway collection inspire the fall collection we have for you in the store! There will definitely be more fun and colorful pieces inspired by elements of Sarah’s Fade to Light collection coming soon, so stay tuned!
We are just ramping down from celebrating 10 years of folly and we wanted to send out a HUGE thank you to all of our amazing customers! We were so overwhelmed with all the love and support it nearly brought a tear or two to our eyes. We had an unbelievable turnout last weekend and we want to thank you so much for celebrating this milestone with us.
Sarah keeps saying it feels like it went by slowly and in a blink all at the same time! You can read more about how folly got started and how the past 10 years in Portland have treated us here in the Portland Monthly article.
We will be drawing the raffle prizes later this week and notifying the winners in the coming days so stay tuned! We’re so excited about all of these prize packages featuring products and prizes from folly and other Portland-local businesses in our neighborhood.
Thank you again for all the support you showed us last weekend! I’ve been featuring some of the beautiful flowers you were so kind to give us in our flat lay product shots, so if you dropped off some flowers keep your eye out for a feature! We also have just received some new scarves and tunics from Johnny Was and still have plenty of fun summer dresses and tops to keep you cheery, so stop by to check these out!
See you soon!
Xoxo
Folly Girl Hope
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Hi! My name is Hope and I’ll be the new Folly blogger, photographer, and in-store associate!
I wanted to share some of my favorite pieces since joining the Folly family.
Today I’m wearing a Mini Obi Belt in Painterly to add a Folly touch to one of my favorite jumpsuits. I love how versatile the Obi Belts are and how you can use them to add a pop of pattern to a solid-colored top or romper.
Or wrap them over one of our Lauren Cardis for a touch of sophistication.
It’s all about the little things, right?
I’ve also added a couple Nicole Weldon bobbi pins for a little sparkle to brighten up this rainy Portland day!
Make sure to stop by and come say hi! I can’t wait to meet all of the other Folly girls out there!
Need a gift for a special girl but can't quite come up with the perfect unique yet classic something? Shopping at local boutiques is the way to go. Boutique shopping is so fun because every small business owner puts their own twist on things! At Folly we make some of the clothing right in our magical "back room".
Kiersten Crowley is one of the many Portland based makers we carry. Gorgeously hand crafted jewelry that can fit right into your collection, no matter what your personal style! We love how she mixes brass and sterling silver in tiny and sweet details.
The Obi Belt by Sarah Bibb is a staple at Folly. Perfect to add a little pattern to an outfit, experiment with mixing prints, to cinch in a boxy dress...actually there are about a million reasons to love an obi belt! The Obi Belt comes in two widths and an ever growing array of colors!
There's nothing like a knee high sock to keep you cozy in the cold weather. Peony & Moss have the cutest prints in the world! We love this sweet floral.
This pic is a 3-fer! Yup, all of these lovely things were made in the USA!
I LOVE the 7th Avenue Apothecary candles. They make a perfect gift. Cozy cashmere and frankincense, minted grapefruit and sage...there's a perfect scent for anyone.
Las but certainly not least, a Sarah Bibb Slip! There's a perfect one for a special lady in your life. Not only are they incredibly useful and practical, they are gorgeous as lingerie as well! Never thought anyone really needed a slip? Trust and find out why!
The leaves are changing and the temp is dropping! Lucky for you Folly is stocked full of gorgeous cozy sweaters and cold weather gear. We've got the perfect outfit whether you're going pumpkin picking or having a girls night out.
The Candy Tunic is going to be your new best friend! Cozy cowl, slim sleeve that you can layer under your favorite grandpa cardi or fall coat, and the perfect pairing for Tummy Tuck leggings or Level99 Jeggings. Lots of colors to choose from!
The perfect long sleeve layering top! So slinky soft in this fabric, with extra long sleeves (this is screaming your name, tall girls)! We love this black and white grid print. It's a little edgy but goes but easy to wear. Has a place in everyone's wardrobe!
Look at this cozy goodness. The Claudia Sweater by Cameo is going to be your day off BFF. Cute with jeans, perfect with your "going out" sweatpants/leggings for a day of errands. Love it!
No F/W season would be complete at Folly without cashmere socks! Oh yeah! Keep those toes toasty. Whether you like to indulge in a super warm and cozy sock or you need the perfect gift, these socks can do no wrong! So soft. So cozy. And look how cute that dot is!
Hey Folly Girl, do you follow us on instagram? If you do you should tag us in your photos! Every weekend Sarah has been posting some favorite #YouInFolly pics. It's so fun to get to see all kinds of people rocking their Folly faves! We love seeing your personal style!
