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A Beautiful Haitian Toile Collection at Schumacher

June 24, 2022
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Victor Glemaud, a Haitian American fashion designer, released a collaboration with Schumacher. Glemaud’s collection is called Cul-de-sac, which is inspired by his Caribbean heritage and his family. It features 14 different patterns and colors. After studying at the Fashion Institute of Technology, he worked at Paco Rabanne and Tommy Hilfiger prior to launching his own company.

One of the fabrics I want to highlight from the new collection is the Toussaint toile. Toile became popular in the late eighteenth century. It originated in Ireland but became a popular decor accent in Britain and France. Glemaud’s collection pays homage specifically to Toussaint Louverture, a Haitian general and leader of the Haitian Revolution. The fabric also includes foliage and landscapes inspired by the country.

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Some of you might be familiar with Sheila Bridge’s Harlem Toile. She incorporated African-American historic narratives into pattern fabrics. Glemaud created his own twist by designing Toile with Haitian narratives, flowers, and other inspiration.

The word toile is French for linen cloth.

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TOUSSAINT TOILE BLACK ON IVORY

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TOUSSAINT TOILE PURPLE ON CREAM

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TOUSSAINT TOILE PINK & GREEN FABRIC

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TOUSSAINT TOILE BLUE ON IVORY

My friend Amy Beaupré from college texted me about the collection. She is a designer at Annie Elliott Design in D.C. Amy knows I have a personal connection to Haiti. My mother is from Haiti and came here in the 1960s. I have always been aware of Haitian culture. After seeing the collection, I decided to order a few sample options. I’m thinking of making pillows but wasn’t sure which color option to go with. 

Recently, the New York Times wrote an article about the history of Haiti. They were the first country to be freed from France and were once an affluent country that produced coffee and sugar. However, with their freedom came a large amount of debt to France and other western civilizations. Their debt has impacted Haiti for over 100 years and has prevented the country from building infrastructure and institutions. According to the New York Times, Haiti has paid over $560 million and lost over $21 billion in economic growth. If you’re looking to learn more about Haiti’s history then I recommend reading the full article here: New York Times article.

 

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  1. Diana Pierre-Louis says:
    June 25, 2022 at 10:03 AM

    Thanks for sharing this! Haiti and the Haitian culture are amazing and hold a special place in my heart as well. I can’t wait to share this amazing collection with my audience, too. Thanks again <3

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