We have talked at length about Quality and Sustainability, so now is the time to talk about another feature that will save you time, money and wardrobe wonder (I wonder what I should wear to ---?)
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First, let’s talk about your current wardrobe which may not include Lotus & Michael. Do you have clothes for work, shopping, gardening, cooking, partying, relaxing? All of the above? Does some of your wardrobe seem inappropriate for multiple (or more than one) occasion?
What if you could have one wardrobe where each piece was good for more than one (or all) of the occasions of your life? Impossible, right? NO. We designed Lotus & Michael wear for men and women to be the ultimate multifunctional wardrobe—and we prove it every day. You can see the proof at our website and in our Youtube videos where you can see the garments in action in lots of different ways.
What is more, as we designed our offering with enduring beauty in mind, we can enjoy our clothing for years of wear; how about your wardrobe? How often do you have to dispose (and add to the huge textile waste problem) of something you can’t (or don’t want to) wear anymore?
We call a lot of our styles “go-to” because that is just what they are. Let’s look at some examples:
From our most recent offering, a ruched crepe, plant dyed indigo short sleeve shirt we named “Indigo Summer” with orchid embroidery that I can’t wait to wear with the onset of warm weather. But here’s the key: I can wear it most anywhere: for shopping, teaching, partying, gardening etc. And, I expect to wear this shirt for years to come. Why? Because it is classic and beautiful, and will stand up to repeated wear and washings.
In the same “Indigo Summer” fabric, women can enjoy the most iconic style of Asian women’s dress that we customized for daily wear: The qipao. Where can this be worn? Same as the men’s garment but add the beach: is this the perfect coverup that can be slipped on for drinks or dinner. With its orchid embroidery, it shouts—summer!
Let’s continue with our classics.
Like our “Striped Emperor” go-to shirt for men and women in 100% linen with white tiger embroidery. You might agree that this shirt could be worn on any of the occasions I mentioned above, but would you think it works at the beach? It does! So do all the other styles I mentioned above.
How about our outerwear (we call it “rough wear” because it is just that), that could also be called workwear? Or any other wear. Why? Because I do and have worn this everywhere, for 3 seasons because it looks great with a shirt or a sweater under it. Our classic CPO shirt in plant-dyed linen and cotton with mume (plum blossom) embroidery is truly go-to:
The same plant-dyed beauty is available for women:
And look at that! It is perfect for painting your orchids in the attic; that is why our video of that painting is called “The Lady in the Attic.” The painting is also called “Scent” for its beautiful fragrance and can be seen on our art pages.
I could go on—because every style we offer you is pre-thought and designed to fit the same profile.
Will multifunctional, high-quality clothing save you money or be more economical per wear, in addition to contributing to less wardrobe confusion and saving the planet? We believe that they answer is a resounding yes.
What is the impact on my wallet?
For example, I can wear and have worn the same garment for at least 3 years; during that time I have worn it at least twenty times per year (= 60 wearings). So, as an example, our CPO Jacket--$228/60= $3.80/wear. Can you wear a jacket purchased for $50 60 times. If not, how many wearings do you get before it is discarded or trashed?
Even more important to your wallet and the earth, how many $50 items must you purchase to fulfill all the occasions I have listed above? The result is how many garments to fill your closet?
Finally, the “sick-of” factor. Even if the garment doesn’t fall apart, how long before you get sick of it?
Lotus & Michael’s styles are always classic, with plant dyed fabrics and the elegant touch of embroidery. Chances are that you will never feel bad about wearing them or get sick of them.
Wearing Lotus & Michael garments is adopting a constructive philosophy of fashion: Not more, better. Or can we say “less is more.”
Visit our web store and give us your feedback by purchasing one of our babies. Our carefully curated line is good for all seasons and occasions.
Visit our Youtube channel and see them in action (you might also get some cooking or gardening tips on our simple but beautiful and healthful lifestyle.
Join us! Beautiful clothing that you can be proud of anywhere and be happy you are contributing to reduction of the clothing waste problem.
05/16/2026
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