Call Me Charlie

Call Me Charlie is our modern, minimalist collection first launched in 2021, and is inspired by style icons of the 20th century who are the embodiment of their eras; trend setters who continue to influence fashion to this day. Our muses include Francios Hardy,  Marlene Dietrich, Jane Birkin, Audrey Hepburn, Rita Hayworth and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. Each of these women exudes her own unique magnetism and helped shape fashionable silhouette of each decade.

This collection comprises a range of gowns with no embellishment; the design, structure and woman wearing it are the only ornamentations needed. Styles include effortlessly casual slip dresses, dramatic statement pieces and classic ball gowns.  

Call Me Charlie is also a technical exploration of the historical pattern making and construction methods that were innovated by 20th century couture designers including Chanel and Dior. Their innovations in silhouette and construction revolutionised the way women's bodies and tastes were shaped by the clothing they wore, as well as reflecting the many changing social norms of this Age of Extremes. 

We continue to be inspired by our muses and the ever evolving trends in bridalwear, and have been adding new styles to the collection over the years.


Please email us at sadiebosworthatelier@gmail.com for further information. All production is done locally from our studio in Cape Town.