the clothing menu

i have this thing about watches.  i don’t like them.  i’m stubborn and i don’t like to have to do things on a schedule on someone else’s time.  yet, my job revolves around making sure things are delivered on time and going from meeting to meeting and staying on schedule.  somehow i’ve managed to get [...]

guess what indie fans? there is more to fashion magazines than Vogue and Elle and InStyle!  i’ve been really excited about the emergence of online indie magazines and i’m here to share them with you!  the first is VivaLaModa, a handmade online magazine that supports indie designers and crafters and is made by indie collaborators. [...]

Adhesif Clothing is dedicated to the sustainability of clothes and making one-of-a-kind pieces.  based in the home of the 2010 Olympics, Vancouver based independent clothing line, Adhesif, just launched its fun, feminine, colorful spring collection.  find out more from Adhesif designer, Melissa, in this interview below. How did you get started creating your clothing line? [...]

tip #1 is to pick one statement accessory. did you find a cute hat that keeps you warm and doesn’t mess up your hair? did you receive an eye-catching hand woven scarf?  wear that statement accessory confidently and pair it with neutrals, like a black hat or gray gloves. and if you don’t have a statement [...]

ok, procrastinators – only 4 more shopping days left to buy your christmas presents.  by now, it’s too late to order items online, unless you want to pay a hefty overnight shipping fee.  luckily, all around the US are great boutiques that specialize in stocking clothes and accessories from independent designers that make for great [...]

i can’t believe it’s holiday shopping season already!  for those of you searching around for some good cyber monday deals, here are some of my favorite etsy designers who are offering promotions for the shopping day. – first is andwhatelseisthere, a bangkok based shop, with fashion forward handmade clothes ranging from pants to dresses to [...]

this is so cool!  it’s a documentary about the rise of the indie/DIY/handmade craft and design movement in the US.  the first time director, faythe levine, traveled 15 cities and interviewed 80 people to create this film.  such a smart idea.  you could view the trailer here, check out a list of upcoming screenings here (it’s [...]

Heidi & Seek is an eco-friendly fashion line that uses 100% reclaimed materials to make its clothes.  the owner/designer, Hayley, is passionate about making clothes in an ethical way for people and for the environment.  for more about Hayley and her views on independent fashion, check out this interview with her that the clothing menu [...]

this was featured on the daily candy the other day and i liked it so much i wanted to share it.  BeadforLife is a network of women in Uganda who create jewelry made of colorful recycled paper – from magazines, calendars, pamphlets and cereal boxes.  so not only is the BeadforLife jewelry pretty, purchasing it [...]

this is a bittersweet post..it’s the end of the summer which means the beginning of new fall fashion collections .  and one of my favorite recent finds is german designer Erika Hendrix.  her new fall collection is called “a fashion tale” and it does a great job of mixing comfort with unique style, like all [...]