The Acler Elmstead Dress is crafted from woven fabric featuring a fitted silhouette, center front slit, and detailed top stitching. The Acler Elmstead Dress is crafted from woven fabric featuring a fitted silhouette, center front slit, and detailed top stitching. 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.