Filed under: Interviews, Kids and Babies
What kid wouldn't love to snuggle up in a cozy sweater handmade by their Grandma? Even if no one in your family is the crafty type, never fear because it's still possible to get that special made-with-love feeling with one of the beautiful hand-knit sweaters or hats made by Elaine Curtis of GrannysKnits.Filed under: Accessories, Interviews, Kids and Babies
Today's featured indie artist, Sara, got her creative start by knitting adorable stuffed animals inspired by the animals on her Arizona ranch. She has recently branched out into designing jewelry as well, and her jewelry shop, Buster and Boo, is currently filled with many sale items that are priced right for last minute Valentine's Day shoppers!Filed under: Accessories, Interviews, Green Fashion
Who doesn't love to snuggle up in a hand-knitted scarf on a cold winter day? Just looking at the beautiful hand-knit designs of today's indie artist makes us feel all warm and cozy inside. In addition to creating eco-concious knitwear and bags, Erin Mapes is also an elementary school art teacher by day for the Washington D.C. public school system.Filed under: Handbags, Accessories, Interviews
Some artists are just so creative, they can't stick to designing just one thing. Such is the case with Amy of oblinaknit. Not only does she make some killer handmade totes and accessories, she's also got a gorgeous line of hand-created jewelry. We chatted with her to find out more about it.Continue reading Oblinaknit - Handmade Totes, Knits and Jewelry
Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves
Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves
Alright, you've been at work all day and have a party you need to be at in half an hour. That doesn't exactly leave much time for clothes, hair, make-up, and driving, so why not take advantage of an accessory that take hair out of the equation? This Basket Weave Beret, $29.50 at Ann Taylor Loft, will do that plus make anything you wear just a little more seasonally appropriate.Continue reading Why Aren't You Wearing This? Basket Weave Beret
Filed under: Accessories, Shoes, Must Haves
Continue reading Why Aren't You Wearing This? Fair Isle Slipper Bootie
Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves
Ready to look cute as can be and stay warm? Oh, and at the same time, cover up your bad hair day? We've got you covered, literally, with this Tildon Fair Isle Flap Hat, $20 at Nordstrom.Continue reading Why Aren't You Wearing This? Tildon Fair Isle Flap Hat
Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves
Sometimes you just don't want to deal with a jacket. You simply want to add some small (i.e. easy to pack in a purse) accessories to what you have on and head out the door. While a scarf and hat immediately come to mind, don't forget armwarmers.Continue reading Why Aren't You Wearing This? Fair Isle Armwarmer
Filed under: Accessories, Must Haves
What gets you feeling cozy and ready for winter? Is it getting out your winter jacket? Thick socks? For us, nothing says winter like a Fair Isle pattern. It reminds us of drinking hot coca at the ski lodge, or going on an ice skating date, and it just makes us feel happy.Continue reading Why Aren't You Wearing This? Women's Fair Isle Patterned Sweater-Knit Scarf
Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing
Tina Lutz and Marcia Patmos invite a new guest to design for their label, Lutz & Patmos, each season. Invitees have included director and Marc Jacobs muse Sofia Coppola, Carine Rotfield of French Vogue, famed architect Richard Meier...and now Amtrak train conductor Chris Waugh.Filed under: Clothing, Flatter Your Figure
In some parts of the country, it's turning pleasantly cool, while in other areas, it's just flat out freezing. And while the cold weather might not bode well for those killer peep toe stilettos (unless you're very, very brave and have an uncanny knack for balancing on icy sidewalks), there is a warm, fuzzy lining -- you get to wear sweaters!Continue reading Flatter Your Figure - Sweaters for all shapes
Filed under: Style in the News
Another sign that our economy is in real trouble? Cashmere is no longer in demand. Cashmere producers and designers are scaling back on the luxury knit as manufacturing prices rise and consumers shy away from spending on luxury products.Filed under: Vintage and Retro, Product Reviews
Finding a vintage knit in wearable condition is hard. Moths get to yarn, colors fade, and odors...well, they linger. Not to mention the tiny sizes they wore back then. Still, the draped silhouettes of the 30s, 40s and 50s are irresistible, so we kept pawing through odd racks at the back of vintage shops, hoping for that one lucky find.Continue reading Book Review: Vintage Knitwear for Modern Knitters
Filed under: Style in the News, Clothing, Interviews
Continue reading Indie Designer Interviews: Flutter Feminine Knit Tops & Jackets
Threesome or topless?
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Do these ads belong in the U.S.?
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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?
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