Dear Candiss, I have attached a photo of me and another woman in the dresses we purchased (independent of each other) from you. We were at a brunch at my home and we were delighted to share our great dresses. I thought you would be too!

What a delight to receive the newest jacket. I wore it the very next day and it elicited many compliments. The fit was perfect - and I'm delighted to have discovered you!
Dianne

Hi Candiss, I received my beautiful and beautifully altered birthday vest in the mail JUST in time for the big day. You did a fabulous job on the alterations (of course) and I will enjoy wearing it for many years to come.

I truly enjoyed chatting with you at the ACC San Francisco Fair, and hearing the story of how you meet your fabulous husband. You and I are lucky ladies to both have married charming and handsome Englishmen. We are blessed.

Thanks again, Nicki

What can I say, your designs are inspiring. What is it they say, often imitated, never duplicated.

Caroline

Award of Excellence

The 2009 Aileen Osborn Webb Award of Excellence has been awarded to Candiss and Rodger at the American Craft Council Show in Atlanta this year. This award is presented to artists whose overall body of exhibited work demonstrates the best understanding or interpretation of the elements of art and design, a mastery of materials and techniques, imagination, inventiveness and individuality, and aesthetic consistency. Only three artists were chosen to receive this award at Atlanta this year.

Last week I was one of the plenary speakers at a national conference of transportation women. I wore your gorgeous green jacket. A woman in the audience said that she couldn't see the details of the jacket clearly, however I looked like I was wearing a magnificent painting and that it flowed when I spoke.

Thank you so much for all of it.
Liz Levin

Hi, Candiss! It was such a pleasure meeting you at the Festival and enjoy your lovely clothes. I have a feeling I'll be ordering more... so comfortable, flattering, and low-maintenance I've never had this much fun with a dress!

I'll look for you at shows. You are as much fun as your dresses. ;)

Best, Cindy Gallagher

Hi. I purchased a dress and jacket on Memorial Day at a craft fair. I even modeled it - and brought in some customers for you.

I wore the outfit last Saturday evening, when 6 of us went out for dinner. My very sophisticated and upscale friends immediately commented that this was the most beautiful dress I had ever worn and how fabulous I looked in it. Wow...did that make me feel happy I bought it. Now I'm going to check out your web site.
Thank you! Susan

Thank you so much, Candiss! I am anticipating the vest with much excitement! I always have loved beautiful clothes and unique art, yet its not often that they are one and the same. I'll be sure to wear it often. And there is no doubt that I will get many compliments.

Sincerely,
Micki

Dear Candiss, I wore your gorgeous coat to a concert Monday night and the woman seated next to me had me stand and model it, she liked it so much. I contacted her the next day with your web address and it turned out that she'd bought a jacket from you at a Miami show. No wonder she liked mine! We're meeting for lunch at Pike Place Market next week; your art has started a new friendship.

Thanks, Norah O'Neill, Seattle

It brought tears to my eyes, it is so beautiful. Thank you so much Candiss. I've wanted that jacket for SO long. I am
just beside myself.

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, thank You, thanks.
XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Caroline

It was good to hear from you with the good news that my vest will be arriving soon. I had fun exploring your website and further acquainting myself with you and your work. Following the Links was another interesting activity.

I was not surprised to see that your work has won awards and congratulate you on your good fortune. Reaching the level of originality and expertise where your work stands above the rest must be satisfying. We all love validation, and to have it come from your peers is even better.

Until we meet again,
Connie H.

What I love about your jackets is that I can wear them in spring, fall, and winter (which we do get a lot of). In winter they slide neatly under an overcoat and are comfortable to wear all day in over-heated rooms. Even in summer, they provide comfortable protection from over-chilled air conditioned rooms. The magic of silk. Your slogan should be, "Never leave home without Candiss Cole." (Maybe I should get a second career writing advertising copy, but it's true.)

Judith McCue

I have purchased a number jackets from you and one for my daughter. You once told me that one of your clients told her husband, "In case of fire grab the Candiss Coles." I know exactly how she feels. I'd like to share my story.

I was returning to the office after a lengthy medical absence. Because I was still not completely recovered and my appearance shows the results of a lengthy ordeal, how I look and feel about myself was especially important. However, the answer to the question of what to wear my first days back to work was easy.

I always feel special and comfortable in my Candiss Cole wearable art, so that is what I chose. In fact, even today I have on one of your jackets and have received a number of compliments. I thank you for the beautiful work. I only wish I had more. I look forward to seeing you at another arts and craft show.

Sincerely,
Rita

He is ecstatic!! Wore it last night. He is mailing you a check. Bless you.

He could care less about his clothing -- except for his ratty Docksiders, his ripped LL Bean cargo shorts -- and your elegant shirt. You have made his day, week, month, and year!!

Regards to Rodger

Dear Candiss, your gorgeous coat arrived today; thank you! If it weren't pouring down rain here, I'd be wearing it to a meeting tonight. Rest assured it will be worn and appreciated often.

Norah O'Neill

It arrived, it is beautiful, Thanks. Can't wait for the cold weather.

Sue Albrecht

My jacket arrived and it's beautiful. I'm off on a business trip to Phoenix next week and plan to take it. All of your jackets travel so very well. They just never seem to wrinkle.

Have been enjoying my new vest too. Of all the clothes I have, I like my Candiss Coles the best.

Hope all is well with you.

Betty Weisenfeld

Hi Candiss,
I have been on vacation and just returned home to find my beautiful jacket waiting for me. It was what I expected and more!! It's just beautiful!
Thank you and I hope to be able to get another one sometime in the future...
Thanks again,
Nancy

Dear Candiss,
I just wanted to let you know that I got my new jacket--it fits beautifully--and the colors are perfect! Many thanks to you and your husband!! I'm getting lots of compliments every time I wear it--and of course up here in Michigan, it is already the kind of weather where I need it! Thanks again! Hope to see you next year at the art fair!
Karen