Nostalgic clothing for contemporary women
We believe that slow living, just like during the old times, can help tackle the problems of fast fashion. That’s why we produce small batch classics inspired by Grandma’s favorite wardrobe staple - the Samfu - using only quality rescued fabrics which were otherwise destined for landfills.
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Big Sister Skirt in midnight florets
Regular price $128.00
Only 2 left!
The Big Sister skirt is a soft bias cut skirt that drapes effortlessly over the hips and finishes at a flattering over-knee length. In a timeless navy with white florals, the skirt will be a staple all year round. Wear it as a set with the Big Sister Cheongsam Top or with your favourite tank top or graphic tee for a casual chic look.
Features you'll love:
- Elasticated waist
- Hugs through the hips
- Flattering midi, over-knee length
- Lined, not sheer
Designed with love in Singapore. Made with care in Cambodia.
This piece is made out of 100% rayon deadstock fabric. This means fabric left over from overproduction usually by larger fashion manufacturers. By using deadstock fabric, we save gallons of water and reduce the amount of textile waste that get sent to the landfills.
While fabric has been pre-shrunk, some shrinking might still occur during first few washes. Gentle hand wash me separately in cold water and lay flat to dry for best results. Definitely don't bleach or wring or tumble dry me. Steam iron on medium heat.
As we use film photography, please refer to fabric swatch for most accurate colour and detail.
Grandma taught us to be honest and value quality over quantity.
Let's be honest with you- here's what you pay for:
*Excludes administrative & development costs which adds to the actual cost to make each piece.
Product Measurements (inches)
| SIZE | S | M | L | XL |
| Waist | 24-27 | 26-29 | 27-31 | 29-32 |
| Hip | 36-40 | 38-42 | 39-43 | 41-45 |
| Length | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 |
Product Measurements (cm)
| SIZE | S | M | L | XL |
| Waist | 62-70 | 65-74 | 70-78 | 74-82 |
| Hip | 92-102 | 96-106 | 100-110 | 104-114 |
| Length | 74 | 76 | 78 | 80 |
- View general size guide
- Tarn is 5' 4" (165cm), a UK 6-8, and wearing size S.
- Bust 33" (83cm)/ Waist 25" (63.5cm) / Hip 35" (89cm)
- Fang is 5' 6" (170cm), a UK 6-8 and wearing size S.
- Bust 33" (83cm)/ Waist 24" (61cm) / Hip 35" (89cm)
- Size up if you are in between sizes.
Oh Mama Midi Shirtdress in black meadow
Regular price $139.00
Only 1 left!
A classic shirtdress in Grandma's favourite prints! This shirtdress is a midi length button up retro number in a meadow of speckled black and white florals with a blush of pink. Complete with side pockets, get ready to turn heads and take a twirl in this swishy number. To workwear meets casual Grandma chic, we say Oh Mama!
Also available in buttercup and midnight florets. Please note that the dress comes with natural shell buttons, refer to last picture.
Features you'll love:
- 100% rayon, breathable & soft
- Unlined, not sheer
- Subtle puff sleeves
- Natural shell buttons
- Flattering fit at the waist
- Two pockets
Made ethically at a women-owned and operated factory in Cambodia. Designed with love in Singapore.
This piece is made out of 100% rayon deadstock fabric. This means fabric left over from overproduction usually by larger fashion manufacturers. By using deadstock fabric, we save gallons of water and reduce the amount of textile waste that get sent to the landfills.
While fabric has been pre-shrunk, some shrinking might still occur during first few washes. Gentle hand wash me separately in cold water and lay flat to dry for best results. Definitely don't bleach or wring or tumble dry me. Steam iron on medium heat.
As we use film photography, please refer to fabric swatch for most accurate colour and detail.
Grandma taught us to be honest and value quality over quantity. Let's be honest with you- here's what you pay for:
*Excludes administrative & development costs which adds to the actual cost to make each piece.
To ensure a good fit, check against the product measurements below. If you are still unsure, please drop us a note at hello@dearsamfu.com so that we can help you out.
Size Guide
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| UK | 6-8 | 8-10 | 12 |
| US | 2-4 | 4-6 | 8 |
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Bust | 35 | 37 | 39 |
| Waist | 28 | 30 | 32 |
| Hips | 42 | 43 | 45 |
| Length | 48 | 48 | 48.5 |
Product Measurements (cm)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Bust | 89 | 94 | 99 |
| Waist | 71 | 76 | 81 |
| Hips | 107 | 109 | 114 |
| Length | 122 | 122 | 123 |
- View general size guide
- Porsche is 5' 3" (161cm), a UK 6, and wearing size S.
- Waist 24" (61cm) / Hip 32" (81cm)
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Nowadays Crop Top in Philippines blue
Regular price $149.00
Only 1 left!
Inspired by the easy to wear and versatile silhouettes of Grandma's Samfus, the Nowadays Crop Top is a comfortable ruffle crop top closed delicately with press studs just like in the old days. Get matchy and nostalgic with the Not Long Ago pants. Also available in Philippines pink.
This piece is part of the Nowadays, a Garden Party capsule collection, a collaboration between Little Islanders and Dear Samfu creating limited edition matching mother-daughter clothing from block print fabric custom made for Little Islanders by Matter Prints .
The fabric's geometrical, angular rhythm is inspired by the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation, the rays on the sun in the national flag and carvings on a local gong called Kulintang.
Features to cherish:
- Made with 55% Linen 45% Cotton fabric
- Ruffle neckline
- Metal press stud closure
- Cropped length
- Unlined, not sheer
Designed with love in Singapore. Fabric block printed & crafted by artisans in India. Stitched with care in Cambodia.
This is a block print 55% linen, 45% cotton fabric.
The block print is designed by Anya Lim of Anthill Fabric for Matter Prints and custom made by Matter Prints for Little Islanders. The unique geometrical pattern takes its inspiration from the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation (the rays of the sun in the national flag) and the carvings on a local metal gong called the Kulintang.
Colour may run on first few washes. Gentle hand wash me separately in cold water and hang in shade to dry, definitely don't bleach or wring or tumble dry me. Iron medium to high heat.
Grandma taught us to be honest and value quality over quantity.
Let's be honest with you- here's what you pay for:
Product Measurements (inches)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Bust | 34 | 36 | 38 |
| Waist | 34 | 36 | 38 |
| Length | 19 | 19.5 | 20 |
Product Measurements (cm)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Bust | 86 | 91 | 96.5 |
| Waist | 86 | 91 | 96.5 |
| Length | 48 | 49.5 | 50.8 |
- View general size guide
- Camelia is 5' 5” (168cm), a UK 10, and wearing size M.
- Size up if you are in between sizes.
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Not Long Ago Pants in Philippines blue
Regular price $129.00Inspired by the comfortable Samfu pants Granny wore for all occasions, the Not Long Ago pants is a classic pull on trousers with elasticated waist. It is so comfortable, we promise you can do anything in it. Goes perfect with the matching Nowadays Crop Top. Also available in Phillipines pink.
This piece is part of the Nowadays, at a Garden Party capsule collection, a collaboration between Little Islanders and Dear Samfu creating limited edition matching mother-daughter clothing from block print fabric custom made for Little Islanders by Matter Prints .
The fabric's geometrical, angular rhythm is inspired by the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation, the rays on the sun in the national flag and carvings on a local gong called Kulintang.
Features you will love:
- Made with 55% Linen 45% Cotton fabric
- Elasticated waist
- 3 side buttons at the hem
- In-seam pockets
- 3/4 cropped length
- Unlined, not sheer
Designed with love in Singapore. Fabric block printed & crafted by artisans in India. Stitched with care in Cambodia.
This is a block print 55% linen, 45% cotton fabric.
The block print is designed by Anya Lim of Anthill Fabric for Matter Prints and custom made by Matter Prints for Little Islanders. The unique geometrical pattern takes its inspiration from the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation (the rays of the sun in the national flag) and the carvings on a local metal gong called the Kulintang.
Colour may run on first few washes. Gentle hand wash me separately in cold water and hang in shade to dry, definitely don't bleach or wring or tumble dry me. Iron medium to high heat.
Grandma taught us to be honest and value quality over quantity.
Let's be honest with you- here's what you pay for:
Product Measurements (inch)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Waist (elastic) | 26.5 - 34 | 28.5 - 36 | 30.5 - 38 |
| Hips | 38 | 40 | 42 |
| Length | 35.5 | 36.8 | 38 |
Product Measurements (cm)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Waist (elastic) | 67 - 86 | 72 - 91 | 77 - 97 |
| Hips | 96.5 | 101 | 107 |
| Length | 90 | 93.5 | 96.5 |
- View general size guide
- Camelia is 5' 5” (168cm), a UK 10, and wearing size M.
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Nowadays Crop Top in Philippines pink
Regular price $149.00
Only 1 left!
Inspired by the easy to wear and versatile silhouettes of Grandma's Samfus, the Nowadays Crop Top is a comfortable ruffle crop top closed delicately with press studs just like in the old days. Get matchy and nostalgic with the Not Long Ago pants. Also available in Philippines blue.
This piece is part of the Nowadays, at a Garden Party capsule collection, a collaboration between Little Islanders and Dear Samfu creating limited edition matching mother-daughter clothing from block print fabric custom made for Little Islanders by Matter Prints.
The fabric's geometrical, angular rhythm is inspired by the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation, the rays on the sun in the national flag and carvings on a local gong called Kulintang.
Features to cherish:
- Made with 55% Linen 45% Cotton fabric
- Ruffle neckline
- Metal press stud closure
- Cropped length
- Unlined, not sheer
Designed with love in Singapore. Fabric block printed & crafted by artisans in India. Stitched with care in Cambodia.
This is a block print 55% linen, 45% cotton fabric.
The block print is designed by Anya Lim of Anthill Fabric for Matter Prints and custom made by Matter Prints for Little Islanders. The unique geometrical pattern takes its inspiration from the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation (the rays of the sun in the national flag) and the carvings on a local metal gong called the Kulintang.
Colour may run on first few washes. Gentle hand wash me separately in cold water and hang in shade to dry, definitely don't bleach or wring or tumble dry me. Iron medium to high heat.
Grandma taught us to be honest and value quality over quantity.
Let's be honest with you- here's what you pay for:
Product Measurements (inches)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Bust | 34 | 36 | 38 |
| Waist | 34 | 36 | 38 |
| Length | 19 | 19.5 | 20 |
Product Measurements (cm)
| SIZE | S | M | L |
| Bust | 86 | 91 | 96.5 |
| Waist | 86 | 91 | 96.5 |
| Length | 48 | 49.5 | 50.8 |
- View general size guide
- Camelia is 5' 5” (168cm), a UK 10, and wearing size M.
- Size up if you are in between sizes.
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Garden Party Dress in Philippines pink
Regular price $99.00
Only 1 left!
Designed for a casual and comfortable fit, the Garden Party Dress is perfect for warm, sunny days. This sleeveless dress enables maximum flexibility of movement with a keyhole detail on the back secured by a wooden button for added style points. Also available in Philippines blue.
Philippine Pink is a three-toned block print fabric designed by Anya Lim of Anthill Fabric for Matter Prints and custom made by Matter Prints for Little Islanders. The unique geometrical pattern takes its inspiration from the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation (the rays of the sun in the national flag) and the carvings on a local metal gong called the Kulintang.
- Unrestricted movement
- Made with 55% linen, 45% cotton fabric
- Block printed
- Machine-washable
Fabric block printed & crafted by artisans in India. Designed and made with love in Hong Kong.
This is a block print 55% linen, 45% cotton fabric.
The block print is designed by Anya Lim of Anthill Fabric for Matter Prints and custom made by Matter Prints for Little Islanders. The unique geometrical pattern takes its inspiration from the Philippines' namesake as the Sunshine Nation (the rays of the sun in the national flag) and the carvings on a local metal gong called the Kulintang.
Colour may run on first few washes. Gentle hand wash me separately in cold water and hang in shade to dry, definitely don't bleach or wring or tumble dry me. Iron medium to high heat.
Grandma taught us to be honest and value quality over quantity.
Let's be honest with you- here's what you pay for:
Available in sizes 4T, 6 and 8. Fits true to size.
Product Measurements (inch)
| SIZE | 4T | 6 | 8 |
| Waist | 23.5 | 25.5 | 27.5 |
| Length | 22.5 | 26 | 29.5 |
Product Measurements (cm)
| SIZE | 4T | 6 | 8 |
| Waist | 60 | 65 | 70 |
| Length | 57 | 66 | 75 |
Our inspiration
Our grandmothers knew sustainability better than us. Growing up, they could rarely afford to purchase new fabric to make new clothes.
Since fabric was so precious, it was only practical to create the most functional and versatile style out of the fabric. Preferably, the cut would also be elegant and airy for the summer heat but not too revealing. The Samfu (pronounced some-foo) became the perfect go-to silhouette!
Photo courtesy of Sha Ying
Nostalgic. Sustainable. Chic.
This matching shirt and pant suit was so comfortable and flattering for all ages that girls wore them everywhere, from grocery shopping to going on a dinner date.
For this reason we believe that the Samfu still has a place in every girl's wardrobe today. We might be guilty of being a little nostalgic, but trust our timeless designs to take you effortlessly from day to night and stick around in your wardrobe for a long time.
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