Olive green dresses and the earthy greens we sew

Camel, cognac and suede around a green rib mini

Picture a gray Tuesday in October. You put on the green rib mini with a small keyhole at the chest, then a camel coat and suede boots over it. That’s the outfit. The rib stretches and fits close, and with long sleeves you can leave the cardigan at home.

Carry a cognac or caramel bag. Opaque tights, nude or black. The keyhole is decoration enough. Wear your gold on the wrist instead, maybe a leather-strap watch or a thin bracelet.

The same cut comes in mint for days when you’d rather wear gray and white. If it’s the muted, dusty side of green you love, you’ll find it on the sage page.

Emerald rib for work and the commute

Was your olive green dress meant for the office? Then try emerald rib. Our Mustang rib midi covers your arms, the neckline’s round, and the knit is dense and springy. A black blazer at your desk, a camel coat and cognac boots on the way in, and a gold pendant in the neckline.

The turtleneck midi in the same rib wears a thin belt and loafers to work. At six, swap in pumps and gold earrings. Done. We also sew a short emerald turtleneck for every season, and in April it goes with a denim jacket and white sneakers. More warm-toned looks for September through November are on the autumn dress page.

Deeper greens once it gets dark

Evenings need more color than olive gives you. Take the emerald velvet wrap midi to a theater night, or the emerald lurex that ends at mid-calf to a New Year’s party, with ankle boots and matte tights. Shiny tights next to metallic thread are too much.

One small tip. Look at the photos near a window before you decide, because lamplight shifts green more than most colors.

Frequently asked questions

Which of your greens is most like olive?

Plain green, styled with brown, beige and cognac. Emerald is the deeper one.

Can the rib minis go in the washing machine?

Yes, with cool water up to 30 °C and a slow spin. Then dry it flat on a rack, and it won’t stretch.

What should I wear with green if my old favorite was an olive green dress?

Pretty much the same things. Brown leather, camel, beige and denim all work, and warm gold jewelry looks better here than silver. The turtleneck midi with a brown leather bag is a good place to start.

How do I choose a size in rib?

It hugs you, and between two sizes your hip measurement settles it. Everything comes in XS to XL, with XL about a US 12. When you’re ready, compare every shade on the green collection.