The work of singer-songwriter Ryan Oyer is intrinsically tied to personal experience and emotional connection. Oyer joyfully embraces his own history to inform the spaces within his music and uses the resulting rhythmic roar as a way to connect with his audience. Universal sentiment and intimate insight are irrevocably intertwined within a landscape of folk-rock rurality and indie rock tenacity. Wistfully exploring the same environments as fellow storytellers Jeff Tweedy and Jim James, he conjures comfortable evenings situated around campfires and loses himself within the lulling ease of front porch singalongs.
-Joshua Pickard "The Southern Sounding"
-Joshua Pickard "The Southern Sounding"
'Rise & Shine' Bspaz Remix 9.3.21
9.3.21
‘Rise & Shine’ Bspaz Remix
Very excited to get to work with Spaz on this track, he gave a listen to the record and I asked him to pick a tune to re-imagine. To me I hear elements of Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones & “Revolver” era Beatles mixed into a 90’s era house beat.
Pre-save at
https://distrokid.com/.../ryanoyer/rise--shine-bspaz-remix
Photo : Allie Clarke Photography
Mural : RitchCheesecakeFantasyIllustration
Spaz: Mdaht Recordings
‘Rise & Shine’ Bspaz Remix
Very excited to get to work with Spaz on this track, he gave a listen to the record and I asked him to pick a tune to re-imagine. To me I hear elements of Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones & “Revolver” era Beatles mixed into a 90’s era house beat.
Pre-save at
https://distrokid.com/.../ryanoyer/rise--shine-bspaz-remix
Photo : Allie Clarke Photography
Mural : RitchCheesecakeFantasyIllustration
Spaz: Mdaht Recordings
'Phoenix Rising' Short Film music video
Check out my radio show on 88.1fm & WUTC.org
Wednesday's at 2pm.
'LIVE IN THE LIBRARY'
Richard Winham shares a session with Ryan Oyer - one of Chattanooga’s most prolific singer-songwriters, solo with his guitar - recorded live downtown at The Chattanooga Public Library.
"Bridges Over Troubled Water"
Chattanooga Unites for Mental Health
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Chattanooga, TN has been affected by the loss of several friends and band-mates.
Many have lost their battles with mental illness. We love and miss them dearly and want to honor their memory the best way we know how. We are donating 100% of the proceeds from this compilation album to the Mental Health Association of East Tennessee. They provide essential early intervention, information, and client services, on behalf of those who sometimes are not able to advocate for themselves. We hope that this album brings healing and provides a way to give back to a cause that impacts us all. We are our brother's & sister's keepers. You matter. With Love, Chattanooga. Donate & Download "Bridges Over Troubled Water" Read my interview with Emily Kate Boyd at SoundCorps about the project 
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Recently I got to sit down and chat and play a new tune for Ricky Davis at TRD Photography he also took some fantastic photos while it happened. Check out his blog at for more photos and a bit of our conversation.
https://www.iamtrd.com/blog/thisismusicwithryanoyer |
New album 'Rise & Shine' Out Now
Artwork by Tara Hamilton @fend13 on instagram
“Most people took up hobbies when the pandemic hit, knitting, bread making, etc.
But Ryan Oyer made an entire album on his damn cell phone.” -Butch Ross
A generational and relatable storytelling album filled with enthusiastic sentiments of love.
Performing songs with his sons and his father demonstrates perfectly the beauty of his message.
A melodic inspiring journey of Fatherhood. His daily adventures of teaching, learning and growing together, exploring and creating together.
With groovy feel good original music staying true to his Brit-Pop musical influences; Ryan created melodies you can’t help to hum for days while smiling.
Rise & Shine is the first track and single of the titled album. This song has a positive and uplifting feel.
(I set it as my alarm tone. It’s a very pleasant awakening)
Chattz Coffee partnered with Ryan to release their blend of Rise & Shine coffee to coincide with the record release party
and Chattanooga Brewing Co. is creating a coffee stout too! I’m telling you Rise & Shine is now a whole new vibe.
As you keep listening and experiencing what could have been titled “A Day in the Life” of Ryan Oyer, you are greeted with “Carpenter’s Son”.
In this song Ryan expresses who he is as an individual in his beautifully told story.
Ryan has a captivating way of taking you on a journey through hours in a day to a chapter of life with the layout of his tracks.
-Christy Coppit
But Ryan Oyer made an entire album on his damn cell phone.” -Butch Ross
A generational and relatable storytelling album filled with enthusiastic sentiments of love.
Performing songs with his sons and his father demonstrates perfectly the beauty of his message.
A melodic inspiring journey of Fatherhood. His daily adventures of teaching, learning and growing together, exploring and creating together.
With groovy feel good original music staying true to his Brit-Pop musical influences; Ryan created melodies you can’t help to hum for days while smiling.
Rise & Shine is the first track and single of the titled album. This song has a positive and uplifting feel.
(I set it as my alarm tone. It’s a very pleasant awakening)
Chattz Coffee partnered with Ryan to release their blend of Rise & Shine coffee to coincide with the record release party
and Chattanooga Brewing Co. is creating a coffee stout too! I’m telling you Rise & Shine is now a whole new vibe.
As you keep listening and experiencing what could have been titled “A Day in the Life” of Ryan Oyer, you are greeted with “Carpenter’s Son”.
In this song Ryan expresses who he is as an individual in his beautifully told story.
Ryan has a captivating way of taking you on a journey through hours in a day to a chapter of life with the layout of his tracks.
-Christy Coppit
Preorder 'Rise & Shine' on vinyl
'Rise & Shine' artwork by Tara Hamilton @fend13th
'Rise & Shine' Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
$25.00 - $29.00
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
'Rise & Shine' Youth Short Sleeve T-Shirt
$20.00
This is the tee that you've been looking for, and it's bound to become a favorite in any youngster's wardrobe. It's light, soft, and comes with a unique design that stands out from the crowd wherever you go!
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• 32 singles
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, the US, or Honduras
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• 32 singles
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, the US, or Honduras
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'Phoenix Rising' single us out now!
'Phoenix Rising' Artwork by Melissa Perrine & Ryan Oyer
Written early March 2020 when the covid pandemic began.
It was partially inspired by a quote I saw on the facebooks by Kalen Dion
Written early March 2020 when the covid pandemic began. It was partially inspired by a quote I saw on the facebooks by Kalen Dion
"Yes
you will rise from the ashes
but the burning comes first
for this part
darling
you must be brave"
-Kalen Dion-
https://www.facebook.com/ArtbyKalen/
Written early March 2020 when the covid pandemic began.
It was partially inspired by a quote I saw on the facebooks by Kalen Dion
Written early March 2020 when the covid pandemic began. It was partially inspired by a quote I saw on the facebooks by Kalen Dion
"Yes
you will rise from the ashes
but the burning comes first
for this part
darling
you must be brave"
-Kalen Dion-
https://www.facebook.com/ArtbyKalen/
'Phoenix Rising' Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
$25.00 - $30.00
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
'Phoenix Rising' Youth Short Sleeve T-Shirt
$20.00
This is the tee that you've been looking for, and it's bound to become a favorite in any youngster's wardrobe. It's light, soft, and comes with a unique design that stands out from the crowd wherever you go!
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• 32 singles
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, the US, or Honduras
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• 32 singles
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, the US, or Honduras
'Boxes' single is out now!
Artwork by Rissa Smith & Ryan Oyer
@InkAndOctopiArt on instagram
@InkAndOctopiArt on instagram
'Rise & Shine' single is out now!
Download 'Rise & Shine'Follow on Bandcamp for immediate access and new release notifications.
Spending $1 on bandcamp is like 1500 streams on Spotify. |
'Rise & Shine' Artwork by Hara Paper, visit her at https://www.facebook.com/harapaperart
"Rise & Shine" New Album Merch featuring artwork by Hara Paper
Sun - Women's Racerback Tank
$25.00
This racerback tank is soft, lightweight, and form-fitting with a flattering cut and raw edge seams for an edgy touch.
• 50% polyester, 25% combed ring-spun cotton, 25% rayon
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)
• 32 singles
• Fabric is laundered to reduce shrinkage
• Raw edge seams
• Blank product sourced from Haiti or Nicaragua
• 50% polyester, 25% combed ring-spun cotton, 25% rayon
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)
• 32 singles
• Fabric is laundered to reduce shrinkage
• Raw edge seams
• Blank product sourced from Haiti or Nicaragua
Sun - Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
$25.00 - $28.00
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women.
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
Sun - Youth Short Sleeve T-Shirt
$20.00
This is the tee that you've been looking for, and it's bound to become a favorite in any youngster's wardrobe. It's light, soft, and comes with a unique design that stands out from the crowd wherever you go!
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• 32 singles
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, the US, or Honduras
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
• Athletic Heather is 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• 32 singles
• Relaxed unisex fit
• Side-seamed construction
• Blank product sourced from Nicaragua, the US, or Honduras
Check out more at the Merch Table
"I Can't Breathe" was written in memory of George Floyd — a 46-year-old Black man killed by police in Minnesota.
Our hope is to build a bridge of compassion, love, and peace.
Joel Forlines (guitar/sax) wrote the words "I understand that I will never understand However, I stand with you" on his facebook page and Ryan said that it needed to be in a song. Joel said to write it, and in the next 30 minutes most of the song was written. Ryan finished it the next morning at around 4am when he woke up from a dream. He messaged Christian Collier about creating a beat for the song, he also suggested having Zowie Boyd sing on it. Ryan met Bindy through Soundcorps and she sang on the song and wrote the "We are the people" lines. He also asked Raul Enrique & Kofi Mawuko to add percussion. Christian Craan plays bass and was recorded by Jake Smith in Knoxville, TN. Matt "Shiggy" Shigekawa added guitar as well.
Our hope is to build a bridge of compassion, love, and peace.
Joel Forlines (guitar/sax) wrote the words "I understand that I will never understand However, I stand with you" on his facebook page and Ryan said that it needed to be in a song. Joel said to write it, and in the next 30 minutes most of the song was written. Ryan finished it the next morning at around 4am when he woke up from a dream. He messaged Christian Collier about creating a beat for the song, he also suggested having Zowie Boyd sing on it. Ryan met Bindy through Soundcorps and she sang on the song and wrote the "We are the people" lines. He also asked Raul Enrique & Kofi Mawuko to add percussion. Christian Craan plays bass and was recorded by Jake Smith in Knoxville, TN. Matt "Shiggy" Shigekawa added guitar as well.
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New Single "Sunchild/Here Comes the Sun"
Released in honor of my son's first birthday.
download at: www.ryanoyer.bandcamp.com
Released in honor of my son's first birthday.
download at: www.ryanoyer.bandcamp.com
Megan Howard and Ryan Oyer and their band-mates were affected by the loss of two of their friends and band-mates Josh Bates & Hunter White.
Both lost their battles with mental illness. We love them dearly and want to honor their memory.
Megan and Ryan co-wrote the song "Ever-Widening Circles" paying homage to the influence they both had on their friends and family.
We are donating 100% of the proceeds from this song to the Mental Health Association of East Tennessee. They provide essential early intervention, information, and client services, on behalf of those who sometimes are not able to advocate for themselves.
We hope that this song brings you solace and provides a way to give back to a cause that impacts us all.
We are our brother's keepers.
Much love, Megan & Ryan.
Click here to Donate & Download "Ever-Widening Circles"
Both lost their battles with mental illness. We love them dearly and want to honor their memory.
Megan and Ryan co-wrote the song "Ever-Widening Circles" paying homage to the influence they both had on their friends and family.
We are donating 100% of the proceeds from this song to the Mental Health Association of East Tennessee. They provide essential early intervention, information, and client services, on behalf of those who sometimes are not able to advocate for themselves.
We hope that this song brings you solace and provides a way to give back to a cause that impacts us all.
We are our brother's keepers.
Much love, Megan & Ryan.
Click here to Donate & Download "Ever-Widening Circles"
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The first single from the new project, Shiggy is an experimental solo project from Matt Shigekawa.
While it’s a solo endeavor, it will feature many collaborative efforts of other local Chattanooga musicians.
“Deep Blue” & “My Dear” co-written by Ryan Oyer!
While it’s a solo endeavor, it will feature many collaborative efforts of other local Chattanooga musicians.
“Deep Blue” & “My Dear” co-written by Ryan Oyer!
I was blessed with the opportunity of getting a sneak peek of the amazing Singer/Songwriter Ryan Oyer’s newest album. Silver Linings is incredible.
The first track is a breathtaking sound of nature. The music of birds chirping waking to a new day, time and place. Every track is placed in a way that takes you on an adventure of a day and journey of life and love. The album ends with his beautiful version of "What a Wonderful World."
That wraps up the entire message of this album. It is a wonderful world full of Silver Linings.
-Christy Coppit
The first track is a breathtaking sound of nature. The music of birds chirping waking to a new day, time and place. Every track is placed in a way that takes you on an adventure of a day and journey of life and love. The album ends with his beautiful version of "What a Wonderful World."
That wraps up the entire message of this album. It is a wonderful world full of Silver Linings.
-Christy Coppit
Artwork by Eric Jordan visit https://ericsartfarm.com/home.html for more of his amazing art.
“Silver Linings”
Download from bandcamp and “pay what you like” for the album at any price over $10.
www.ryanoyer.bandcamp.com
Stream the album on Now.
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ryanoyer/silver-linings
Download from bandcamp and “pay what you like” for the album at any price over $10.
www.ryanoyer.bandcamp.com
Stream the album on Now.
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ryanoyer/silver-linings
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Indigo - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Cosmic Bella - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Drowning in Sound - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Muse - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Sunrise - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Bella - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
St. Cecilia - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Metamorphosis - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Clementine - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
Flowers by the Score - Skater Dress
$50.00
Dress to impress with this sleeveless skater dress! The soft fabric and flared skirt give it an elegant twist that brings out the intricate design with a beautiful vibrancy.
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
• 82% polyester, 18% spandex
• Smooth and elastic fabric
• Mid-thigh length flared skirt
• Elastic waistline
• Overlock seams, coverstitch hemline
