Etsy Find- Tortilla Girl

(don't you love her logo?)

With the resurgence of the tote bag, I've been loving the prints and variety. My only problem is...I'm a new york girl...a flat bag the size of a book just won't do for me. I was glad to find Tortilla Girl on etsy with her "Big City Linen Bag". Love the texture, print, and the hold everything shape. Really well priced at $68 and made to order.

Jack & Marjorie- Fall 2008

These guys sure know how to make recycled military materials look good.

Jack & Marjorie Fall 2008

Designer Interviews

I was reading through the few interviews I did before and thought this might be fun to start up again. If you'd like to be included email me with answers/images to all or at least 10 of the questions below.

1- Your name and name of your brand. (personal photo)

2-Tell us a bit about your brand and your inspiration/story.

3-What was your inspiration for this season? (photo is possible)

4-What's your current beauty obsession?

5-Name 5 items you couldn't live without?

6- What's currently on your playlist?

7- Favorite vacation spot? (photo)

8- What's your decorating style? (attach photo (s) if you're comfortable doing so)

9- Favorite book/magazine? What are you currently reading?

10-What current fashion trend are you excited about?

11- What's your favorite snack?12- Day bird or night owl?

13- If you weren't designing your own collection...what would be your runner up career?

14- Pick a fashion decade (or period) and tell us why you loved or hated it. also if you have any photos of your workspace that you want to share that would be great!

Please note: I may not post all interviews and there will be no schedule or frequency to posted interviews.

Lina Rennell

I'm excited to announce the debut of Lina Rennell, a new eco-friendly collection produced in Northern California. Titled "Big Sur meets Helsinki" , this simply modern collection is inspired by nature and features organic, hand printed textiles. This edited collection includes only the necessities for the bohemiam lifestyle it captures; sunhats, mocassins,belts, and easy dresses and tops. Website launching soon but email Lina here for more info.

In & Out

Hi there,

I've got a crazy few weeks ahead of me. I'll do my best to post at night but I might be a little low on...words. In the meantime check out the archives for fabulous new designers you may have missed.

Spring 2009 Runway

Erin Fetherson

John Patrick Organic

Ports 1961

images: Style.com

Miss Bruno Fall 2008

The last time I posted about Miss Bruno, Marjory (one half of the design team) hinted there would be an expanded collection soon. Well knock my socks off!!!...loving the knickers, the fantastic silhouettes, and the riot of prints. Miss Bruno has managed to take the incredibly unique quality of their original line of scarves (which you guys loved) and transformed it into a tight, cohesive collection. Sold!

WNBC...

Clothes-Pin gets some Fashion week coverage. We're one of New York's fashion bloggers on the move...check it out!

http://www.wnbc.com/slideshow/fashionweek//17401252/detail.html

Thanks Angela!

Matt & Nat Fall 2008

( 1 for the boys)

Sure, I liked Matt & Nat before...but they've really hit it out the park with their Fall 2008 collection. If you think the hottest bags only come in leather you should take a tour of Matt & Nat; the two bags above are Japapese rice paper, and the new "feutre" collection is made from 100% recycled materials (men's bag above). Hot vegan goodness!

Sariah Carson

If you've been jonesing for a fix from former indie powerhouse Carson Potter, look no more. Sariah Carson launches her new collection Sariah NYC for Fall 2008 with incredible hand-painted (loooove!!) prints and signature fit and drape. The entire collection in produced locally in NYC and will debut exclusively at Barneys.

BiJules NYC

I came across Jules Kim at the very first Project tradeshow in New York, she was sitting at a tiny table in the back with her then graffiti inspired pieces, already sketching new ideas. Her edgy style stuck in my head and I'm glad to see she's still at it; the collection still has a serious edge with knuckle and pinkie rings mingling with nostalgic pieces. Don't miss the ode to Aunt Winnies teeth on a chain.

Sukari

I was watching TV this weekend (one of the explore NYC shows on local tv) and they stopped by a gorgeous handbag store Sukari (Swahili for sweet), the owner is also the designer of the namesake handbags and they are sweet for sure. Each bag features Italian leather with gold or silver details, and is a seamless gathering of inspiration frm Africa, India, South America, and Europe.

I forgot to mention I'm at the shows in vegas. Back next week!

Pono

As you can probably tell I had a hard time not featuring this entire collection...and it is an expansive one! Pono is Hawaiian for righteousness, inspired by a friend of head designer Joan Goodman who epitomized the "Aloha spirit". These beautiful pieces made from wood and shell have been laser cut with intricate organic patterns or an encouraging word or two. Browse the very large collection right here. Find retailers here.

Makool Fall 2008

Fall 2008 collection from Makool. Love the school-girl sweetness in this eco friendly collection out of Portland.

Secrets of Charm

Love the ladylike quality in the vintage inspired pieces by Secrets of Charm. This sweet collection was launched by sisters Sharon and Estee Elkayam in 2004 with their obviously fashionable grandmother as inspiration. The collection continues to infuse grandma's good taste with a love of films, books, and art.

Ivana Helsinki

Amazing prints from family owned Finnish brand Ivana Helsinki. Designer Paola Ivana Suhonen runs the company with her sister, manufacturing each piece in Finland. The production is based on ecological and ethical practices with a focus on handmade details and traditional Finnish handcraft methods. Beyond gorgeous...I should warn you that it seems hard to find in the US so you should scoop up some items on sale at Beklina if you love it!

A sale or two for you...

Mi-Spa Back to School Sale

Buy 1 get 2nd half off!- mi-lotion or dry perfume roll on

Now through Sept. 1st

I have the peony and not only does it turn heads but it lasts all day. Delightful!

40% off Loyale Spring/Summer 2008

coupon code: loyalesum08

Good until August 29th

A sale on organic goods? Go get it!!

Tarah Smith

It's probably obvious by now that I've got a thing for a good clutch. Needless to say I fell for the bold details and colors from Tarah Smith. Check out the full handbag collection from this Venice, Ca based designer right here.

Stone & Honey

Apparently I'm showing these merely to tease you...because most of the pieces are already sold out! Forgive me but here goes...Stone & Honey (great name!) is a new venture for Portland based Small Things studio. These hand cut silver pieces have been riveted to agate slabs to create some of the most unique jewelry I've seen in some time. Check them out here and apparently buy quickly if you want something.

Via: Oh Joy!

Etsy Find- Local Library

Gorgeous and affordable pieces from Local Library by Lauren Haupt. This gal studied furniture design and metalsmithing, if it weren't evident I'd guess she knows how to make a decent piece of jewelry. Check out Local Library here.

Claire La Faye

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Loving these moody images...and collection!... from Claire La Faye. This Parson's Design alum offers reworked old Hollywood style in modern silhouettes for a feminine, red-carpet worthy collection. There is also a diffusion line called CFL available on Etsy that features everyday pieces with vintage details.