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This collection is a study in Haute Couture, inspired by Jonathan Greens’ painting, “June Breeze”, and the sweetgrass baskets of the Gullah people. Renesha Wolfe, a fourth-generation Gullah weaver, hand sews strands of bulrush, sweetgrass, and palm grass in successive coils to create this collection's floral and basketry accents. Caroline is deeply influenced by this time-consuming and beautiful technique, representative of a rich cultural heritage found only in the coastal regions of her native South Carolina.  

Employing knowledge and respect of inherent textile properties, she challenges luxury fabric characteristics through exaggerated corsetry, manipulation of fabric biases, and laser cutting techniques. Dramatic silhouettes mimic the basket's graceful curves, while clean finishes elevate the looks and imbue them with a sense of luxury.  A sophisticated color palette of vibrant whites, rich neutrals, and subtle blue and green hues evoke the Lowcountry's mesmerizing beauty.  

The combination of intricate basketry details with meticulous couture techniques is breathtaking. But what shines through is the beauty of the culture formed through lifetime apprenticeships, whether in the Couture Houses of Paris or on the front porches of grandmothers. This collection emphasizes the importance of not forgetting heirloom techniques that have been handed down and celebrated through generations.