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Welcome to Studio Catta Slowfashion Amsterdam

Nestled in the historic heart of Amsterdam, our boutique atelier and shop offer a unique fashion experience. Here, you’ll find a curated selection of handmade designs available in various sizes, including dresses, skirts, and cardigans. Every piece is crafted in small quantities right in our atelier.

Our prints are created in-house and individually hand-printed on organic cotton and fair-wear items, ensuring sustainability and quality in every stitch. Please note, we don’t take custom orders—what you see in the shop is ready to purchase.

Visit our studio to witness the design and production process up close. You can catch a glimpse of the intricate printing techniques, where each piece is given the time and attention it deserves.

Short on time? Explore our collection online, where most of our designs are also available. Each item is made with love, care, and a commitment to sustainable fashion.

Music by David Labeij

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A One-of-a-Kind Creation: My Batik Tulis Dress

I was recently gifted a stunning piece of fabric by my aunt, and it turned out to be something truly special—a Batik Tulis. This intricate, hand-crafted art form involves using a canting tool and wax to create patterns on fabric. Its waxy texture and beautiful irregularities are hallmarks of the traditional Indonesian technique, which is as challenging as it is mesmerizing.

Having tried it myself a few times, I can attest to the skill required. Every line drawn with the canting is permanent, and even the tiniest wax droplet can alter the design. Once the pattern is complete, the fabric is dyed, and then the wax is meticulously removed—a labor-intensive process that reveals the final masterpiece, with each line retaining the original fabric color.

This particular Batik Tulis piece bears the artist’s signature: FA.H.Bilal. Inspired by its uniqueness, I transformed it into a dress, keeping the signature visible as a tribute to the creator. Since I had only this single piece of fabric, the dress is a one-of-a-kind creation meant just for me—it won’t be available online or in the Studio.

Although this piece isn’t available, I love sharing what Studio Catta Amsterdam Slowfashion creates in our boutique atelier. Each design we craft is rooted in artistry, tradition, and sustainability.

If you’d like to catch a glimpse of this dress, I’ll be wearing it tomorrow during my visit to Felix Meritis, Cerita Kita.

Thanks to Sabine Bolk for the additional info.

Music by David Labeij

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Embracing Slow Fashion: Where Stories and Styles Meet

Embracing Slow Fashion: Where Stories and Styles Meet

Slow fashion, for me, is all about the connections between the maker and the customer. In my studio, conversations are a cherished daily occurrence. We delve into the origins of fabrics, the craftsmanship behind each garment, and the essence of sustainable fashion. And quite often, we talk about cats. The cat prints scattered throughout my studio spark joy among cat-loving customers, leading to delightful exchanges of photos and stories about our beloved pets.

Recently, a raven print has joined the collection, bringing with it a wave of captivating stories about this fascinating bird. These moments remind me that clothing does more than cover our skin—it sparks conversations and connections.

In the end, slow fashion is about more than just clothes. It’s about taking the time to share and celebrate the stories behind them, making each piece truly special.

Music in this video is by David Labeij

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Zip-Up Cardigan with Mesmerizing Circle Print

🎥 Discover the elegance of our zip-up cardigan with a mesmerizing circle print!

Handcrafted by independent designer Catta in the historic center of Amsterdam, this cardigan combines comfort and style with its double-layered fabric and soft grey cotton jersey lining.

Each piece is uniquely hand-printed, making it a one of a kind. Enjoy FREE shipping within the Netherlands and affordable worldwide rates! 🌍

Music by David Labeij

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Discover Oceanic Elegance

Dive into oceanic elegance with our golden Medusa design, exclusively at Studio Catta – Amsterdam’s sustainable slowfashion. This intricate print is crafted with meticulous precision using matte golden foil. Each piece is carefully extracted, removing excess foil, and fixed with high heat and pressure onto our special garments.

Don’t miss out on this limited availability design, handcrafted with care at our independent fashion boutique in Amsterdam.

Music by David Labeij.

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Hidden Atelier More Hidden

Hidden Atelier now even more hidden! 🚧

The street is under construction till November, so to reach Studio Catta, you’ll need to walk 80 meters on the constructed road. Discover our slow fashion studio where everything is designed and handmade with lots of love. Hope to see you soon! ❤️👗

Music by David Labeij

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