Hand-made Thursdays

It all started with a bag of ties…. With a B.F.A in sculpture and 15 years of retail experience, Boston local, Nicole Deponte has taken the neck tie wearing world by storm. Her lilian asterfield label has grown from just creating couture neck pieces to providing a whole line of one of a kind accessories. Deponte now offers head rosettes, belts, vests, and cuffs, providing new and innovative designs each season. This neck kerchief has been her most popular piece. Wear over a t-shirt, under a blazer or simple dress, features a sewn in snap for easy wear. $105 USD.

This upcycled necktie vest is hand sewn and hand ruffled. Not only is this a work of art, but it is yours and your alone as it is one of a kind. $125 USD.

Neckties aren’t just for suits any more. This upcycled necktie little sherlock ascot is also one of a kind and completely hand sewn. Snap on for easy wear. $125 USD. Buy from her Etsy shop, ships everywhere.