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Heidi Merrick Fall ‘09

(Heidi Merrick – L: Heidi, Lazaar R: Cecile, Lena)
Economic crisis? Says who? I am marching right into my boss’s office and asking her for a raise! “For what” she says, “Heidi Merrick of course!” This ultra feminine line boasts beautiful ruffles with a sleek side also.  The Fall line is gorgeous of course.  If you have not [...]

Giles & Brother – Matt & Nat

The following Wish List accessories emphasize simplicity through elegance and social responsibility. From vegan leather handbags to earrings you can wear any season, this wish list is for those who love minimalist accessories with a stylish streak.

From Matt & Nat’s Pool collection, the Avril handbag is large enough to carry all the accessories you need. [...]

Summer Sale Edun

These gorgeous tops are on sale from one of our favorite eco-lables, Edun.

(1. Preservation Top – 100 % Cotton, 2. Zig Zag Cami – 100 % Silk Charmeuse, 3. Nyasa Top – 100 % Silk Georgette, 4. Conservation Top – 100% Organic Cotton)

Wish List

Our wish list this week includes:

(1. Brushstroke Tee, Anthropologie.com 2. Wide Bangle, Mark Davis, Barneys.com 3. FlowerColor Bronzing Podwer, EccoBella.com 4. Merriee Pump, Steve Madden, Endless.com 5. Cashmere Blend Sweater Dress, Stella McCartney, Net-a-porter.com)

Nature vs. Future

I just came across this fantastic NY designer this morning, Nina Valenti owner of Nature vs. Future.  Their eco-conscious design approach is par for the times.  The line’s focus is centered around the “constant struggle between nature and future, a pressure between organic forces and technological one.”

Classic Cut Out Dress w/Obi Belt, $288

Classic Shirtdress w/Pleated [...]

Snoozer Loser, Part 2

(continued from: Snoozer Loser, Part 1)

What is your favorite piece that you have designed?
The ‘Touchdown There’ denim jacket with hand-embroidered football players on the back
(from our first collection).
Who are your favorite designers?
Elsa Schiaparelli, Sonia Rykiel, and Kim Gordon’s X-girl line of the 90’s; fashion with humor is key.
Tell us about the space where you design? [...]

Snoozer Loser, Part 1

We have been following Snoozer Loser for a few seasons now and we are not the only ones captivated by this emerging designers copious amounts of talent. Thanks in part to reality television, we have all became a bit more sensitive to the fact that it takes a lot of guts to achieve even [...]

The One Hundred, By Nina Garcia

Our ‘Seen’ item of the week is ‘The One Hundred’ by Project Runway judge Nina Garcia.

This guide to fashion and style is alphabetically organized for quick reference and the illustrations could not be more fabulous. This book is definitely worth a flip through and would make a great gift for a girlfriend this holiday season.
For [...]

Party Tops

Now that Thanksgiving is around the corner and the Christmas decorations are out at the malls, it’s time to start thinking about your party outfits.
There is nothing like a fantastic top that makes you feel put together, whether your wearing jeans or need to freshen up a work outfit for an après work fête.
Here are [...]

Sweater Picks

Nothing says fall fashion to me like the colors plum and grey.  Here are some fall sweater picks from Vicoria’s Secret.

(TL-BR: Sensuous Belted Sweatercoat, Silk & Cashmere Scoopneck Sweater, Bouclé Ruffle Sweater Vest, Pointelle-stitch Cardigan Sweater. )
All sweaters are available online at Victoria’s Secret.
(Images courtesty of: Victoria’s Secret)