About Me

One of my favorite childhood memories is of sitting next to my grandmother and watching her sew, knit, crochet or embroider. Every once in a while I would ask if I could stitch a seam or knit a row? Kindly she would always oblige. I know that is when I fell in love with color, patterns and all things beautiful. Fashion then became the most obvious context within which I could play with all these elements.

I started making my dresses in early 2010 with the goal creating a cohesive collection of limited-edition dresses and pieces that displayed unexpected color combinations, playful pattern mixes, thoughtful detail, and excellent craftsmanship. My main inspirations remains to be the people I love, places I've lived and my personal philosophy on how children should be dressed; age-appropriately and joyfully with a touch of whimsy, driven by my belief in quality versus quantity. Tati & Me: Clothing for the Spirited Girl, has been a  labor of love and a family affaire. 

Every piece is designed individually, always starting with color and prints. I sketch in between to explore new silhouettes, details, proportions and visual balance. Every dress is constructed in my studio with great attention to functionality, quality, and detail. You can rest assured that you are purchasing a one-of-a-kind piece that has not been made in a sweatshop. The handcrafted dresses can be washed, worn and loved over and over again, layered or as is and when the time comes passed down or boxed away as souvenirs from childhood. 

I converted half of my studio into a teaching space in 2020 and have had the pleasure of teaching many students of all ages explore their creativity through sewing. This opportunity has brought my love of 'making' full circle as I pass down my experience and knowledge to enthusiasts of all ages. I am thankful for that.