Is it art or the Abbotsford Mini Dress? This structural silhouette strikes a pose with Acler's signature pleats and layered fans. Is it art or the Abbotsford Mini Dress? This structural silhouette strikes a pose with Acler's signature pleats and layered fans. The concept behind creative duo Kathryn Forth and Julia Ritorto's Australia-based line is simple: to create beautiful, well-crafted pieces that stand the test of time.