Denise Lambert, a 73-year-old artist, is reviving the ancient craft of dyeing with woad at her atelier in southwestern France. Her business, L'Atelier des Bleus Pastel d'Occitanie, caters to generations of fashion designers, creating vibrant blue fabrics reminiscent of the past. Lambert's journey began in 1993 when she discovered 15th-century blue window shutters at a derelict tannery. Intrigued by the elusive blue dye used in horse carts for its insect repellent properties, she sought to uncover its roots. Now, her work blends traditional methods with modern demand, making blue a trend in fashion.
Denise Lambert has devoted her life to reviving the ancient blue dye from woad, discovered while restoring a 15th-century tannery, inspiring new fashion trends.
L'Atelier des Bleus Pastel d'Occitanie fulfills commissions from prominent designers worldwide, using a traditional dyeing technique with historical significance in her picturesque village.
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