Category Archives: Designer Profile

Questions Answered: Shana Luther of Shana Luther Handbags

{Shana Luther pictured right with the William Tote} Handbags are essential to a woman’s wardrobe and as designer Shana Luther puts it, “If you have to carry one, why not make it an awesome design?” Her passion for designing fashion … Continue reading

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Q&A Michael McWilliams founder of digz apparel

Most pieces of clothing hold more sentimental value than monetary worth. They can tie us to certain moments or experiences, which explains why we all own at least one item of clothing we refuse to part with despite years of … Continue reading

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Questions Answered // Jessica Gold Newman of Dobbin

Jessica Gold Newman subscribes to the theory that less that lasts trumps more that doesn’t. Every item in her womenswear line Dobbin contains the elements of a luxury label; fine tailoring, high-end Italian stretch fabrics (the same fabrics design houses … Continue reading

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Q&A with Michelle Vale: Creative Director of Michelle Vale

The current backbone of American-manufacturing rests largely on the shoulders of a growing number of small business owners. It is no secret that major corporations have scaled back domestic manufacturing in recent decades, while the American-made movement has experienced a … Continue reading

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Q&A with Tina: Founder of Tees by Tina

Inspired by a desire to maintain a quality wardrobe without having to completely rehaul her closet during weight fluxations, Tina (pictured above) devised a solution: a line of “One Size Fits Most” wardrobe essentials. Her flattering silhouettes and patterns adjust to a woman’s … Continue reading

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Q&A with Ben Blakley and John Trayers Founders of Fog + Foundry and Special Offer

1./ 2./ 3./ 4./ 5./ 6./ 7./ 8./ 9. Ben Blakley and John Trayers know the power of a good narrative. Their online shop is as focused on the storied pasts, educational backgrounds and artistic inspiration of the designers behind … Continue reading

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Q&A with Jennifer Bonopartis and Kim Thomas of Jen + Kim

Having met in the sixth grade, it is easy to understand why Jen Bonopartis and Kim Thomas work so well together. After almost two decades of friendship, the duo parlayed their relationship into a business venture in 2003 once noticing … Continue reading

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Q&A with Emily Elizabeth & GIVEAWAY :: Fourth of July Edition {Closed}

After receiving her degree from Hunter College in 2006, Emily Elizabeth Kolins, like so many other graduates, was uncertain of where her career path would lead her. She convinced her parents to give her the summer after graduation to explore … Continue reading

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