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Handmade Modern by Astridland

Filed under: Handbags, Accessories, Clothing, Dresses, Interviews

black circle bag with silver piping by astridlandWhile designing costumes for feature films and television, designer Astrid Brucker was inspired to strike out on her own and create her own collection of handmade modern dresses, jewelry, gloves, and handbags. We caught up with her to find out more about her label, astridland.

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Emerging Designers to Watch For in 2009

Filed under: Style in the News, Videos, Must Haves


Shopflick has released their picks for the top rising stars of design for 2009 and we're happy to say that we totally saw this coming -- we've already scored interviews with more than half of these up and coming fashion sensations.

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VeraMeat Jewelry - Indie Designer Interview

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews, Must Haves, Get the Look



We're just ga-ga over the quirky style of VeraMeat Jewelry: cowboys, astronauts, dinosaurs, knights in shining armor, knuckle busters -- what's not to love? Amy Sedaris, Miranda July, and Tilda Swinton are also fans of the line. We chatted with owner & designer Vera Balyura to find out more about her fashion inspirations & must-haves.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Bsgper4

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews

Bsgper4 earringsWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with the designer behind Bsgper4, a handmade jewelry line inspired by everything from petticoats and skeleton keys to the modern earth girl.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Every Little Counts

Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Interviews


We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's featured indie designer is Amy Snider of Every Little Counts, a line of sexy, flirtatious tees bound to inspire romance.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Fugsly Handbags

Filed under: Handbags, Accessories, Interviews

Fugsly HandbagsWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's featured indie label is Fugsly, a quirky handbag and accessory company based in Glasgow, Scotland. Designer Nicole creates one-of-a-kind pieces and happily takes on custom orders to help you create a truly unique finishing touch for any outfit.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Butter Shoes

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News, Shoes, Interviews

Butter ShoesWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with designer Nancy Geist of Butter, an fabulous independent shoe company. Nancy and her business partner Lee Reich are responsible for Tibi Shoes and their bridal line, Something Bleu, in addition to collaborating on Butter shoes.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Ariel Telsa Designs

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews

Ariel Telsa Designs necklaceWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with jewelry designer Ashley Marcovitz of Ariel Telsa Designs. Ashley's designs are vintage-inspired, combining found objects and salvaged trinkets to create one-of-a-kind wonders.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Finch Metal

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews

Finch Metal paper plane earringsWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

We'd like to introduce you to Finch Metal, a line of handmade jewelry that manages to simultaneously embody a spirit of childlike whimsy and modern sensibility.

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OAK Boston Handmade Clothing & Gifts

Filed under: Stores We Love, Interviews

OAK Boston sailor shortsWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Keara Sexton, owner of OAK, a Boston boutique stocking handmade clothing and gifts from over 175 different independent designers.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Faeried Treasures

Filed under: Accessories, Interviews

Faeried Treasures charm braceletWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today we'd like you to meet Andrea Hockett, a Seattle-based jewelry designer, abstract artist, sculptor, photographer, and writer. Her work can be found at Faeriedtreasures.etsy.com.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Kahili Creations

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News, Interviews

Kahili Creations earringsWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's designer, Marcia Asuncion-Ricchiuti of Kahili Creations, comes to us from the Big Island of Hawaii. Her jewelry designs are inspired by the islands, and each of her delicate creations is unique and perfectly elegant.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Judith Bright Jewelry

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News, Interviews

Judith Bright jewelryWe love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with jewelry designer Judith Bright, who spent 12 years working for Quincy Jones at his music publishing company before pursuing her longtime dream of designing jewelry.

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Unique-Vintage.com steals designs from lines they carry

Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Vintage and Retro, Dresses

Big companies stealing ideas from independent designers is not an unheard of phenomenon, unfortunately. But what is even worse is when the little guys start stealing from other little guys. We've seen it before on sites like Etsy and eBay, where unscrupulous "artists" sometimes blatantly steal the designs of other true artists, recreate them and sell them as their own, original work. Well, it's happened again, and this time it's personal.

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Indie Designer Interview: Angel D'Amico

Filed under: Handbags, Accessories, Style in the News, Clothing, Dresses, Interviews


We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Meet Angel D'Amico, a graphic designer and illustrator turned fashion inspiration. We love her bold hand screen-printed t-shirts, dresses and handbags. Each one is a totally wearable, totally affordable work of art!

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How You Voted

    Curly or Straight?
    While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.

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    Offensive or artistic?
    Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.

    Photo: eBay

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

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    Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

    Maggie Coughlan, AOL

    Palin's Pedi
    Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.

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    Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
    How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.

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    Nipple cream as lip balm?
    StyleList readers are willing to try anything! 80% of you either love the idea or, at the very least, think it's worth a try. Get the full story.

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    Skip the skinny jeans
    Skinny jeans might be bad for you, but more than 50 percent of you never wore them anyway! Get the full story.

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