For Restless Sleepers, Francesca Ruffini’s brainchild, is approaching its 10th anniversary. This is a significant milestone for the independent brand that has quietly built a loyal following while staying true to its core values. Ruffini reports that the brand’s online business is flourishing, a testament to its consistent appeal.
Born from Ruffini’s own love for comfortable and versatile clothing, For Restless Sleepers started with pajamas and has expanded to include dresses and separates that can be mixed and matched. However, Ruffini has remained committed to her original vision: to create pieces that are both comfortable and stylish, suitable for everyday wear.
For the current season, Ruffini has taken this commitment to a new level with bold botanical prints. Forget dainty florals; these are oversized, vibrant, and almost abstract. Enormous leaves and petals of dahlias transformed into floating fringes dominate the collection. Even traditional toile de jouy pastoral scenes have been reimagined as tropical motifs. These oversized prints adorn caftans, pajama sets, long tunics worn over matching pants, and round-shaped short cape dresses.
The impact of this botanical extravaganza is further enhanced by a rich color palette inspired by sunsets, jungles, and skies. Ruffini, a skilled colorist, didn’t hold back, allowing herself to embrace a bolder aesthetic. Though soft-spoken and reserved in personality, she lets her designs speak volumes, expressing a newfound confidence and artistic freedom.
