I came across Les Fees de Bengale at the Pool tradeshow and just loved this French line; the designer is actually a young French girl and this was their first step into the US market. I saw the Fall collection which had the most delightful varieties of eggplant, taupes and grays. Using natural dyes and organic fabrics, the collection has a hint of whimsy in the shapes and sex appeal in the beautiful details. So french eh? If you're interested in this collection for your shop, Nathalie Welch is the US Sales Manager.
5.23.2008
Les Fees de Bengale
5.22.2008
Diane Von Furstenberg photoshoot
I've been away from you for so long only to come back with a post about myself (for shame:) , but I just had to share the stellar experience I had this week. As cheering squad for independent designers I couldn't resist an opportunity to meet one of the founding indie labels; the designer whose name is so recognizable it could be shortened to three letters...DVF.
The fabulous Coutorture teamed up with Diane von Furstenberg and invited a few New York bloggers to model the Spring 2008 collection. We had the run of the store and I had to say it was one of the hardest moments of my fashion life to choose a few dresses from among the Spring line. Pattern, beading, trim, print, embroidery...everything was perfectly placed and constructed to embrace the DVF signature of femimine, powerful, sexy clothing. I came close to bolting toward the doors with dresses trailing from my clenched fists! The shot above is my favorite dress; the 'Franz in Rhombus All Over Siren' was a delightful fit in a silk/linen blend. I believe it runs one size large as I took a size 4 from my usual 6. Although I brought my best ANTM game, you can see and buy Franz at DVF.com
5.08.2008
out for a bit
so sorry for the lack of posts. I'm getting ready for a show...it will be slow around here for a week or two.
5.01.2008
Scosha NYC
I got an email recently introducing Scosha NYC and absolutely loved it at first sight. Scocha is an Australian born artist and considers herself a story jeweler, using her travels and inspirations to wind tales in her pieces. Combining precious stones, metals, leather and linen to create each piece leaves a layered look that Scosha desbribes as 'soulful'...full agree there. Her styling can't be beat either.
4.30.2008
4.29.2008
The Pursuit of Harmony
4.28.2008
Alisha Louise
I wrote about Alisha's gorgeous enamel pieces last year, and I love her new updates for Spring. Always saturated in color, the newest pieces are inspired by nature, architecture, and a muse or two. Check out the newest items here.





