The Dear Rome Story

Dear Rome began during my maternity leave, with a sewing machine at home and an idea I couldn’t stop thinking about.

I’m Olivia, founder and designer of Dear Rome. I started making clothes from vintage tablecloths, linens and lace- turning fabrics that had already lived one life into pieces ready for another. What began as me sewing one-of-one designs at home slowly grew into something much bigger than I ever imagined. I am so grateful for this journey so far and cannot wait to see whats in store for us.

Today, Dear Rome exists in three forms:

ONE OF ONE

The heart of Dear Rome. Original pieces handmade by me in Sydney using vintage and reclaimed fabrics. Each piece is completely unique and released as part of our monthly drops.

MADE FOR YOU

Our signature styles, including the Alba Sets, made especially for you in your chosen size.

READY TO WEAR

Villa Dear Rome, our first small-batch ready-to-wear collection. Designed by me and produced in limited quantities, with pieces made for European summers, long lunches, bridal moments and everything worth dressing up for.

Dear Rome is nostalgic, feminine and a little unexpected- made for long lunches, warm nights, holidays you haven’t booked yet and all the moments in between.

One of one. Made for you. Ready for wherever you’re going next.