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Candice Held Vintage Silk Scarf Dresses

Filed under: Clothing, Vintage and Retro, Dresses, Interviews, Green Fashion



We love the vintage silk scarf dresses and tunics by L.A. designer Candice Held. We recently caught up with the designer, whose clients include Beyonce Knowles, Paris Hilton, Tyra Banks, Vanessa Williams, and Maria Sharapova, to find out more about her work.

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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: 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: 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: Kate Garey

Filed under: Handbags, Accessories, Interviews

Kate Garey deer toteWe 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 Kate Garey, a designer, artist and crafter based in the UK. If you like quirky and cute, silly and girly, you'll love Kate's handmade purses, wallets and cosmetics cases.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Barbe Saint John

Filed under: Haute Home, Accessories, Style in the News, Interviews

Barbe Saint John 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 Barbe Saint John, who designs one of a kind jewelry and and other wearables, often made from recycled and vintage materials. In addition to wearable art, Barbe also creates mixed media assemblage pieces for your home as well as handspun art yarns.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Spontaneity Crochet Accessories

Filed under: Accessories, Style in the News, Interviews

Spontaneity Crochet Accessories 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 we'd like to introduce you to designer Tara Johnson who creates custom-designed, handcrafted crochet accessories. Her line, Spontaneity, is full of funky, bohemian goodies that are totally affordable and sure to set you apart from the crowd.

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Brighten your day with Judith Bright jewelry

Filed under: Accessories


Some of our favorite pieces of jewelry have a mix of traditional elements and funky, fresh designs, and so it should come as no surprise that Judith Bright's designs are quickly joining our "must-have" lists. She designs hand-hammered jewelry in gold and silver with a variety of gorgeous stones.

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Cloud9 Design- Handmade Wearable Art

Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Vintage and Retro, Men, Kids and Babies, Green Fashion


We are always looking for new independent designers. That's part of the game in this world we call fashion. The other option is to just sit back and take what "Project Runway" gives us- which would undoubtedly be good and pretty entertaining, but in this game you can't get by on hand-outs. You need to be aggressive.

Cloud9 Design Studio was aggressive. They/she approached us, and we checked out the wares. We like what we found.

Cloud9 is currently at Etsy, although a new site appears to be underway. The designs are "handmade wearable works of art for women, men, maternity & baby on organic or USA made fabrics & recycled, vintage apparel."

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Indie Designer Interviews: Bonbi Forest

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

Bonbi ForestWe 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 UK-based artist & designer Lee May Foster. who in addition to designing her own line of screen printed tshirts and jewelry also sells the work of other indie designers at her online shop, The Bonbi Forest Indie Emporium.

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Indie Designer Interviews: gohgirl by Liz Goh

Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Interviews, Kids and Babies

gohgirlWe 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 Liz Goh, a talented designer and illustrator whose work can be found at gohgirl.com. Liz has been creating and altering clothing her entire life, always in search of expressing her own unique style through totally one of a kind pieces. Her line of t-shirts and note cards feature her hip, futuristic secret agent characters.

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Indie Designer Interviews: Jobie Boutique

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

Jobie BoutiqueWe 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 handbag designer Joanna Baker of Jobie Boutique, a line of handcrafted bags perfect for women of any age. Joanna creates hobos, satchels, wristlets and cosmetic cases using high-quality, classic materials such as leather and suede paired with cotton canvas in timeless prints like paisley and houndstooth.

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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.

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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.

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    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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