I view my line as one continuous evolution of style. New prints and silhouettes integrate with previous collections. “Older” styles never appear out of date, as they are designed to be instant classics that only gain value as time unfolds. –Candice Held
Today's post is dedicated to one of my all-time favorite textile designers, Celia Birtwell. I still paint prints in gouache by hand before I put them on the computer and wriggle them around. If I didn’t paint them first, they would have no soul. — Celia Birtwell Celia Birtwell is a renowned British textile designer. Born on May 22, 1941, in Prestwich, Lancashire, England, she moved to Notting Hill in 1961. She gained prominence during the 1960s and 1970s for her distinctive and imaginative textile prints. Birtwell's exceptional artistry gained recognition through her partnership with legendary designer Ossie Clark. Together,...
One of my favorite vintage style inspirations is Parisian tennis superstar of the 1920's Suzanne Lenglen, known as "La Divine." Suzanne was my Parisian great-grandfather's first cousin.
I consider a fabulous signature pair of drop dead chic vintage shades to be an essential finishing touch for capturing the laid back glam style favored by desert dwellers.
I'm Candice Held, a fashion and textile designer living and working in Palm Springs, California. I design silk scarves, dresses, resort wear, swimwear, men's clothing, jewelry, wallpaper, and home décor fabrics- all featuring my original artwork and textile prints.
This is an approximate conversion table to help you find your size. If you have already purchased an item by our brand, we recommend you select the same size as indicated on its label.
WOMEN'S APPAREL SIZING
INTERNATIONAL
XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
US
0-2
2-4
6-8
10-12
14
16-18
FRANCE
34
36
38
40
42
44
ITALY
38
40
42
44
46
48
UK
6
8
10
12
14
16
AUSTRALIA
4-6
8-10
12-14
16-18
20-22
24-26
JAPAN
5
7
9
11
13
15
CHEST (INCHES)
32"-33"
33"-34"
35"-36"
37"-38.5"
39"-40"
41"-42"
CHEST (CM)
81-84
84-86
89-91
94-98
99-102
104-107
WAIST (INCHES)
25"-26"
27"-28"
28"-29"
30"-31.5"
32"-33"
34"-34.5"
WAIST (CM)
63.5-66
68.5-71
71-74
76-80
81-84
86-87.5
HIPS (INCHES)
35"-36"
37"-38"
38"-39"
40"-41.5"
42"-43"
44"-45"
HIPS (CM)
89-91
94-96.5
96.5-99
101.5-105.5
106.5-109
112-114
MEN'S APPAREL SIZING
INTERNATIONAL
XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
US
36
38
40
42
44
46
EUROPE
46
48
50
52
54
56
CHEST (INCHES)
35"-36"
37"-38"
39"-40"
41"-42"
43"-44"
45"-46"
CHEST (CM)
89-91
94-96.5
99-101.5
104-107
109-112
114-117
WAIST (INCHES)
29"-30"
31"-32"
33"-35"
36"-38"
39"-41"
42"-44"
WAIST (CM)
74-76
79-81
84-89
91-96.5
99-104
107-112
NECK (INCHES)
15"
15.5"
16"
17"
17.5"
18.5"
NECK (CM)
38
39.5
41
43.5
44.5
47
Shipping
We ship domestic online and phone orders via UPS
In-store collection available within 1 to 7 business days
Next-day and Express delivery options also available
Please allow 1-3 business days for order processing when choosing your shipping option
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Insurance: When choosing UPS Ground shipping, the default package value is $100. If you would like to purchase additional insurance for the full value of the shipment, please contact us by email at customerservice@candiceheld.com or by phone at (760) 340-0430.We are not responsible for loss or theft once the package leaves the boutique and is in care of the Shipper.
Returns And Exchanges
For online purchases, you are permitted an exchange or refund within 7 days of receipt of your purchase
