andBeyond Benguerra Island
Secluded African island . . . enough said. Are your bags packed...
Gigi Rose Gray
Inspired by her love of discarded photographs found in flea markets and old issues of Life Magazine and National Geographic, artist Gigi Rose Gray possesses a distinctive style that is unlike any other. The vividness and intentional…
Goen J Spring 2016
Honestly, I don’t think ruffles have ever looked this modern and chic. Designer Goen Jong has incorporated the ruffle, into her tailored silhouettes, in such a crisp and architectural way, it’s no wonder they’ve become a signature element of her…
Adaism Clutches
It was the gorgeous color palette of designer Annett Bourquin‘s paper bag-like leather clutches that first caught my eye. Then, it was discovering the modest simplicity of the bag’s silhouette that had me smitten. Each of Annett’s bags are crafted…
Street Treats
Artist Jim Bachor is a do-gooder. He takes it upon himself to fix pot holes, found in the city streets of Chicago, by filling them in with cement and covering them with ice cream themed mosaic art.…
Building Block Spring 2016
Sisters Kimberly and Nancy Wu have been killin’ the minimalist handbag game since 2012 with their label Building Block. The design duo is all about making utilitarian synonymous with luxury. Their design approach means shedding any unnecessary hardware or…
HWTF x Makers Kit Braided Bracelets
With summer just around the corner, I thought I’d bring back one of my favorite bracelet tutorials for my third DIY kit with Makers Kit. I love these delicate braided bracelets with their natural textures juxtaposed against…
Meredith Kahn
I can trace my love affair with Meredith Kahn‘s jewelry as far back as her Made Her Think days, many moons ago. So when she ventured into fine jewelry under her eponymous label, my affection only…
Janessa Leone Spring 2016
Objects found in nature, like leaves, petals, bark and stones, were the inspiration...