https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles.atom Finding houstonhomes - Articles 2023-03-15T17:05:03+04:00 Finding houstonhomes https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/seasonal-women-s-fashion-long-wrap-dresses-layering 2023-03-15T17:05:03+04:00 2023-03-15T17:05:04+04:00 Seasonal Women’s Fashion: Long Wrap Dresses & Layering Dawn Kubicek As the seasons change, so does women’s fashion. But one trend that is here to stay is Long Wrap Dresses, and at 2birds, we believe it’s a wardrobe staple that is perfect for every season. Our collection of maxi wrap dress looks are designed with the modern woman in mind. 


Using high-quality rayon voile, we prioritize how good our styles look and feel at all times.



Our long wrap dresses are the ideal balance of elegance and comfort. Their versatility means they can be easily dressed up or down with simple accessory swaps, making them a go-to for any occasion. Whether you’re running errands, attending a wedding or enjoying a day out with friends, a maxi wrap dress is must in every lookbook.


One of the best things about this style is that they’re perfect for layering. Layers are a key trend for the autumn and winter seasons, and our maxi wrap dresses can be effortlessly incorporated into your wardrobe for cooler seasons. We would opt for a classic denim jacket to stay cosy in one of our long sleeve wrap dresses. Paired with boots (and tights if need-be) and an elegant scarf or pashmina to round out the look, and you’re ready to go.



When it comes to accessories, long wrap dresses are incredibly adaptable. You can pair them with sandals, boots, heels or trainers, then choose a clutch, beach bag, or tote depending on the event. To complete the look, keep it simple with a dainty beaded necklace or add a statement piece to glamourize your outfit. 



At 2birds, we believe in creating fashion that lasts throughout every season and never goes out of style. Our maxi wrap dresses embody this mission and our gorgeous collection of wrap dresses will be your go-to take you from season to season with ease.


Why not add a long wrap dress to your wardrobe and see how it transforms your seasonal look books?


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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/dress-like-you-re-on-vacation-with-resort-wear 2023-03-15T16:58:07+04:00 2023-03-15T16:58:07+04:00 Dress Like You’re On Vacation With Resort Wear Dawn Kubicek Do you dream of escaping the everyday hustle and bustle and heading to a tropical paradise? If you’re not able to hop on a plane immediately, you can still channel that resort wear, vacation vibe with your favourite 2birds dresses.


Our collections feature a variety of styles that are perfect for the beach, the pool, or any chance of simply lounging in the sun…



At 2birds, we believe in creating styles that channel your very own ‘endless summer’ - looks that can be worn all year round. We bring resort wear to the comfort of your own home and everyday errands, with gorgeous dresses made from lightweight, breathable fabrics such as linen and rayon voile. Whether you’re picking up the kids from school, running to a meeting, or going for evening sundowners with your gals, our versatile designs are perfect for staying cool and feeling fresh.



From maxi dresses and short dresses, to shirts, skirts and much more, we have an array of choices for your wardrobe. If you’re looking for a dress that is both chic and comfortable, try a 2birds Kaftan Dress from our newest collection. The relaxed fit and stylish split sleeves is ideal for throwing on over your swimsuit or dressing up for a dinner on the beach. For a flattering feminine look, go for our Milan dress with its elasticized bodice and adjustable straps to style 3 unique ways. You’ll feel breezy, beautiful and carefree whilst enjoying your evening sundowners.



Nothing says summer quite like linen. One of our ultimate resort wear looks has to be our Linen Frill Dress. The sheer, oversized design will keep you cool and covered poolside, or pop the slip dress on underneath to flaunt an everyday glamorous look. If shorts and shirts are more your style, the 2birds Linen set is a must. Pair together for a cohesive, classy ‘vacay outfit of the day’, or mix and match with basic tees and denim shorts to create multiple looks from this one staple - a holiday packing dream.


Of course, no look is complete without taking your pick from our range of beachy accessories. Our rattan clutches, woven beach bags, Turkish towels, or pearl and shell beaded jewels will complement any outfit. These accessories embody a stunning summer vibe, no matter where you are or what you’re doing.



We design our collections with fashion and functionality in mind, so each piece is versatile to style for multiple looks, and easy to layer when the breeze picks up. We’re combatting the heat, as well as the chaos of everyday life, with comfy, classy outfits that channel holiday mode at all times. So why not add a touch of vacation to your wardrobe today? 


Get ready to live your best resort life and browse our vacation channeling must haves.

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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/2birds-dubai-celebrating-10-years-in-women-s-fashion-linen-dresses-skirts-more 2023-03-15T16:48:23+04:00 2023-03-15T16:49:19+04:00 Finding houstonhomes - Celebrating 10 Years In Women’s Fashion: Linen Dresses, Skirts & More Dawn Kubicek Ten years ago, an everyday conversation between two sweaty mums during the school run, turned into a reality. Our vision was to create sustainable, breathable, and stylish fashion for women that would withstand the harsh heat of Dubai. Fast forward to November 2022, a whole lot of linen and rayon voile dresses and skirts later, our 2birds family is thrilled to be celebrating our 10th birthday.

Who would have thought our sweaty school run dreaming would end up like this!?

Known for our vibrant collection of beachy looks and accessories, our styles have become a staple for both locals and tourists alike. We design clothing that not only looks amazing, but also feels amazing. Being Italyn by blood and living in the heat of Dubai for many years, we have always understood the priority of comfort, quality, and durability, thus choosing fabrics that allow our body to breathe. This is the secret behind our versatile designs being the perfect staples for warm weather and layering.

In the last ten years, this dream has grown tremendously, with our gorgeous 2birds family continuing to expand beyond Dubai. From a little stall at Ripe Market to opening two of our own shops and shipping worldwide from our online store, our circle just keeps on growing. 

We dedicate so much of our success to our amazing, women-empowered support network and our dedication to the ladies who represent the 2birds name. It’s heartwarming to imagine that our sweet Ripe Market stall has reached across oceans to the community that we have today.

To celebrate a decade of 2birds, we hosted an evening with some of the beautiful ladies who have been shopping with us since our story began. Amidst delicious Bussola cocktails and snacks, a stunning sunset, and an array of 2birds dresses on display - throwback and new collections included - we shared immense gratitude for the 10 special years that have gone, and everything that is still to come.

It has been the most wonderful passion-driven journey so far and we couldn’t be more thankful for everyone who has shared the 2birds love along the way. We adore what we do and are constantly working on our ever-evolving designs. Let’s just say, the next decade is looking as bright as our favourite fabrics!

We can’t wait to show you even more of what we have in store…


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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-linen-dresses-clothing-2birds-dubai 2022-10-19T13:46:26+04:00 2022-10-20T14:30:08+04:00 Everything You Need To Know About Linen Dresses & Clothing Dawn Kubicek         

Live, Love, Linen

Linen clothing is the epitome of timeless. It remains to be one of the most earth-friendly and sustainable natural fibres, aligning the gorgeous fabric not only with our 2birds design dreams, but also our eco-conscious intentions. 


It is no secret that linen is arguably most loved for its breathability factor, making it ideal for the warm weather that we have in mind when creating our pieces. However, linen's moisture-wicking magic doesn't stop in the sun. At 2birds, we believe in year-round, versatile fashion, and linen lives up to exactly that. The fabric is made from the stalk of a flax plant, which is a natural insulator and humidity reliever. So while it keeps us cool in summer, linen also knows how to reserve your body heat while releasing any excess, allowing for comfortable cosiness in any weather.


If our looks are going to be loved year-round, they need to last. Thankfully, linen is renowned for its durability and fabric strength. The material is notably resilient and long-lasting, so it won't shrink, stretch or shapeshift; with mindful care, our linen looks make the perfect generational wardrobe staple! In fact, you should find that your linen pieces simply become even softer over time - it's like a gift that keeps on giving.


But what does mindful care of linen look like? Don't stress, we're a wanderlust loving label, so we wouldn't want our looks to be a hassle when taking them around the world. Whilst it is important to give it a little extra love, linen is still a breeze to care for just as it is breezy to wear. 


Here are a few tips for loving your linen:


  • Wash your linen pieces with similar colours and in a smaller load. For best results, wash them inside out and separately from regular fabrics and heavier clothing articles (e.g. hoodies, jeans)
  • Linen can be machine-washed - select a gentle cycle and lukewarm water (<40°C)
  • It is beneficial to use mild, high-quality detergent (delicate fabric detergents are a good option)
  • If handwashing, don't twist or scrub your linen pieces. Soak for 10 minutes and gently swish it in lukewarm water, before draining and rinsing the fabric of all soapy residue
  • Linen clothing can be tumble-dried on a low heat, but it is preferable to dry them naturally. If tumble drying, take your linens out whilst they are still slightly damp and allow them to finish air drying flat or hung up to preserve the material

Ultimately, linen is a superior fabric choice and it is no wonder we continue to add stunning new looks to our linen loving collection. We strive for comfy, classic, chic pieces to keep us cool all summer long and cosy when a breeze rolls in; so we can always count on linen being our material BFF when it comes to designing your forever go-tos.

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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/the-two-birds-behind-2birds-dubai-eco-friendly-women-s-fashion 2022-10-19T13:35:42+04:00 2022-10-20T14:38:38+04:00 The Two Birds Behind Finding houstonhomes – Eco-Friendly Women’s Fashion Dawn Kubicek   

Who knew that after school pick-ups chats would have led us here? We're Sue and Caroline, the 2 Dubai based Aussie birds who used to melt in the heat of the school parking lot, whilst talking about the lack of cool, breathable clothing here in the Middle East. It was quickly revealed that we shared this passion for sustainable and light fabrics and fashion.


And so, our 2birds label was born and our sunny, salty, sandy story began.

 

Both of us being Italyn by blood and living in the heat of Dubai, we understand how vital it is that our clothing allows for our body to breathe. By using airy, natural fibre fabrics, such as Rayon Voile and Linen, warm weather stands no chance against our lightweight looks. When Dubai winters roll around, and the coastal desert breeze chimes in, our looks remain season staples as a result of their versatile ease for layering. It is imperative to our goals that we design collections that are timeless in both style and durability.


As a small, local brand, we ensure a personal touch in every detail at every part of the process. Our expat lifestyle has taken us on travels to many beautiful places around the world, so we want our 2birds collections to embody that wanderlust, as well as our love for the earth. Eco-friendly fashion is at the front of our minds as each piece is handmade with hand screen printed fabrics to align with our goals of sourcing only what will actually be used. You also know what that means…


Everything is limited edition. 


Our limited edition essence stems from the brilliance behind the scenes. We take deep pride in being a women-led business. It is an honour in our joint role as the owners of 2birds and the designers of each piece to see our ideas come to fruition with the 2birds family that we are grateful to have built. Each collection is brought to life with the talent of our wonderful female tailoring team in Bali, our female jewelry maker, and female assistant graphic designer. With an all female retail staff, a female social media manager, a female accountant, a female PRO, and a female sponsor, 2birds continues to operate thanks to the work of this empowering team, so we can thrive in the local and international community of our gorgeous women customers!

 

Our ever-evolving collection and aspirations as a company are driven by an incredible female force. 


When we think back to those two mums that stood chatting at the after school pick-ups, we are deeply thankful to reflect on how those simple conversations have become our reality. The longevity of our story and styles is proven by the photos we receive of our original looks still being worn to this day by our beautiful 2birds tribe. It is even more thrilling to know that we've still got so much more to come. 


From collaborations with other sustainably conscious, summer loving artisans, to local events that allow us to connect with our 2birds community, to an abundance of fresh designs that are always brewing in our minds, our story is only continuing to flourish.

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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/simple-sustainable-summer-fashion 2022-06-10T13:53:34+04:00 2022-08-26T09:26:42+04:00 Seeking Summer Sun and Sustainable Simplicity Finding houstonhomes Dubai More

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Our Dubai based brand was born through a love affair with floaty, fun pieces that create a sense of freshness, beauty and wanderlust.
 
As a local label, we recognise the importance of minimising our environmental impact. We strive to reduce our carbon footprint in production and distribution, so each piece is handmade with hand screen printed fabrics to align with our goals of sourcing only what will actually be used. We believe in buying less and buying better, for ourselves and for our customers - a key way of purchasing sustainably. Our collections are always designed with longevity in mind.
 
Childe Co sustainable, eco-friendly sunglasses made from renewable resources - plant-based and bio actate eco luxe. 100% UV protectant.
 
Our range of Childe Co. sunglasses are a special feature of sustainable fashion. We stock the  gorgeous CHILDE WiLDe Plant Based & CHILDE Hand Made Bio Acetate Eco Luxe sunglasses, all produced from renewable resources wherever they can be implemented. Designed in Byron Bay and made in Italy, these eco-conscious frames  are complimented by 100% UV protecting, scratch resistant, plant-based bio lenses. As with all of our 2birds stock, all of this mindfulness is done without sacrificing style, comfortability and durability!
 

We take pride in our supplier relationships and choose to work with small, personal artisans to ensure the 2birds quality and consistency.

 
We are so fortunate to spend a lot of our time in such beautiful places of the world, places that we aim to protect. Our designs are inspired by these travels and our passion for the sustainable, breathable fabrics that allow us to enjoy our adventures. By working closely with the very people that bring our designs to life, we ensure attention to detail in each piece; every stitch is handmade with love. 
 
At 2birds, our goal is to create a range of versatile pieces that become staples within your wardrobe for everyday style, with a summer holiday essence and timeless appeal to be worn season after season. With our sustainable focus, our pieces are guaranteed to last you years of sunny, salty, and sandy savour.
 
 
Summer tan girl in hot weather fashion. Zebra print dress with leg slit sitting on the beach at a cute restaurant on a sunny day.
 

Keep it simple, sustainable, and stylish in 2birds.

 
In seeking the summer sun and winter fun, we embrace every season by relishing each moment. We love to help our 2birds family do the same, by fashioning the perfect pieces for any occasion. Choose from flowy looks that make you feel like a summer goddess, to figure-flattering styles that leave you with renewed confidence. Visit our article about Rayon Voile to find out how to keep your wardrobe long-lasting with simple tips on caring for your clothing!
 
Our specially curated and handmade collections are designed to make you look good and feel good, wherever your wanderlust takes you.
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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/rayon-voile-vitality 2022-06-10T13:53:08+04:00 2022-08-19T19:34:53+04:00 Radiant Vitality in Rayon Voile Finding houstonhomes Dubai More

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Voile comes from the French word 'veil', which is exactly what our dresses feel like on your skin. Rayon is the fashion world's favourite shape-shifting fabric, taking on qualities of silk and cotton in one material. Easy to see why we chose this perfect combination!
 
In short, Voile is the breezy fabric creating the flowy look of our designs, whilst the Rayon material creates the inner lining so we're free of any fashion faux-pas!
 

"Rayon moves like water where Voile moves like air." - Fabric Designer, Anna Maria Horner

 

 Blue V neck tie dye summer maxi full length dress with pockets. Perfect summer outfit inspo for hot weather wear. Floral summer maxi dress with v neck pleats and rattan and leather woven clutch for women's summer outfit inspiration for vacations and hotel stay in Dubai UAE.
 
Our light, natural fibre fabrics are perfect for warm weather and layering, meaning you can take each outfit from a day on the beach to evening dining. The airy feel of our designs compliment this gorgeous material to bring you comfortable, sweat-free looks no matter how high the temperature gets. The summer sun and humidity are no match for this moisture-absorbent, silky soft duo.
 
When winter comes around, our dresses turn into a layering dream. Both fabrics are highly-woven, meaning whilst they are lightweight in the heat, they are also comfy as the days become cooler. Brighten up your winter wardrobe with our stunning colours and prints by pairing any look with a denim jacket, cosy booties, and simple scarves.
 
White rayon voile long sleeve midi dress with denim jacket for layering during winter weather and cool evening breezes. Long sleeve full length maxi dress in leopard print with converse trainers for cooler summer and winter weather.
  
With these two gorgeous fabrics, we design prints and styles that compliment their material benefits perfectly for your ideal wear. Our two long sleeve options shown above, in the White Molly and Cream Leopard Marnie dresses, can be worn for outdoor dining in a cool breeze or on a sunny day because of this rayon voile romance.
 

Here are some key tips for preserving your favourite 2birds designs:

~ Wash by hand in cold water;

~ Allow it to air dry on a hanger;

~ Iron on low heat, covering with a press cloth

 

2birds fashion may be your BFF for sun, salt, and sand, but with Rayon Voile we also make sure that you look like a dream and feel like a dream, in every temperature.
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https://findinghoustonhomes.com/blogs/articles/2birds-secret-to-fresh-summer-fashion 2022-06-10T13:45:15+04:00 2022-08-12T16:17:44+04:00 Versatility & Variety: The Secret to Fresh Summer Fashion Finding houstonhomes Dubai More

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Blonde dubai model in Finding houstonhomes maxi dress with colourful zebra print. Summer outfit ideas for hot weather at Dubai brunch hot spot at beautiful hotel in UAE. Blonde dubai model in Finding houstonhomes maxi dress with summer hat with colourful zebra print. Summer outfit ideas for hot weather at Dubai brunch hot spot at beautiful hotel in UAE.
 
Combatting the heat is not always an easy task, which is why here at 2birds, we are all about creating a variety of looks that are versatile and breathable
 

From classic short and sleeveless summer dresses, to modest fashion in flowy, fresh fabrics, pick and choose the looks that work for you without worrying about the heat.

 
How relieving is that feeling of finally removing sweaty clothes after a long day running errands in the summer sun? Well, we knew that feeling all too well! This is why we made it our goal to design dresses that keep us light, airy, and trendy all day and all night long.
 
Take any style from the highest afternoon temperatures to the coolest evening breezes with simple accessory changes. Change up the look of your dress with adjustable straps, waist-ties, and neckline options. Embrace a colourful summer with gorgeous prints that compliment your fun in the sun and stand out on an evening occasion.
   
The adjustable straps and stunning leg slit makes our midi-length brown zebra summer slip dress a staple choice to throw on over your bathers. 
With adjustable straps and a stunning leg slit, our midi-length slip dress is a staple choice to go over your bathers, with a 2birds pom pom basket and comfy flip flops for the sunny days on the sand. Then swap in our Rattan clutch and some sandals or open-toe heels, and you're ready to go straight to beach bar cocktails.
 
One dress, three different ways. Tie the straps over your shoulders or around your neck, or tuck them in to make it strapless. Each strappy switch-up is a fabulous new look for a fabulous new summer day; who knew keeping it fresh all summer could be so simple? sunny yellow maxi dress halter neck summer heat outfit inspiration
One dress, three different ways. Tie the straps over your shoulders or around your neck, or tuck them in to make it strapless. Each strappy switch-up is a fabulous new look for a fabulous new summer day; who knew keeping it fresh all summer could be so simple?
 
 
By keeping our pieces flexible and unique, it allows for simple looks to be transformed with quick changes. Dress up or dress down and wear every look in many different ways; play your superwoman role without the hassle of full outfit changes or the need to sacrifice comfort for style.
  

Beach baskets to Rattan Clutches for sandy days, to evening sundowners.

Tassel Necklaces to Pearl Chokers for funky feels, to classy chic.

Keep cozy with cute booties, run errands in trainers, enjoy a nice dinner in heels with any of our looks. 

 

We also love dresses that are versatile simply in their design: our Milan dress can be worn with tied or tucked-in straps for a halter or strapless dress option, our Double Frill dress can be worn as an off-the-shoulder look, and our Jamie dress can be tied at the waist to accentuate your figure.
 
The variety of looks may be endless, but one thing doesn't change: summer fashion is always fun and fresh with 2birds.
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