Know the fabric content in your clothing

Posted by Regine Tessone founder of Aqua Modesta Swimwear - pioneers in modest swimwear on 8th Jun 2017

Many years ago, as a Fashion Institute of Technology student, I learned that all fashion design begins and ends with fabric. Why? I asked pretty naively. The teacher replied material allows you to see the clothing you will design based on its intrinsic properties. For example, silk chiffon drapes ever so elegantly over the Lady's figure, thereby being the perfect fabric for an elegant wedding dres …
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Creating the Aqua Modesta swimwear line

Posted by Regine Tessone founder of Aqua Modesta the original modest swimwear line on 6th Apr 2016

Designing a swimwear line involves many aspects. One must love fashion, swimwear, and modesty to create a genuine garment that suits all those needs. At the top of the list is listening to what our customers want to wear. What makes them feel happy and comfortable? Dressing modestly can challenge many ladies and girls, especially at the beach. As founder and head designer of Aqua Modesta, I ensure …
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WHAT is MODESTY

Posted by Regine Tessone-founder of the Original Modest Swimwear line Aqua Modesta on 6th May 2015

The word modesty or “tzniut” in Hebrew means many things to many people.Most people refer to humility as discretion in dress.Some say it means humble.Some say modesty is as important in behavior and speech as in dress codes.I believe it is all of the above. I want to tell you how I became more modest in the abovementioned ways—a process that has taken more than a decade and which I am currently un …
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The idea of Aqua Modesta swimwear

Posted by Regine Tessone founder of Aqua Modesta the original modest swimwear line on 6th May 2015

The actual idea is from G-D, as I explained. "Night after night, I saw myself wearing one in the ocean for several consecutive nights. I saw the actual style and color to the finest detail. It may sound unreal, but it was authentic in my dreams. I dismissed the dream. "I have no time for this, I thought. At the time, I worked as a freelance designer for a company, creating curtains and bedding for …
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