Gift Guide: Made in Australia
In the lead-up to the holiday season, we are cleaning the barbeques, ordering seafood and readying ourselves for the celebration of family, friends and the good life. Born and raised in Chicago and…
Good Stuff: Jewel Tones & Complex Patterns
As nights grow longer and darker, keep things bright by dressing in rich jewel tones of red and blue. Add some fun and playfulness by rocking complex yet wearable patterns — there is…
Design, Education & Inspiration at the Ethical Fashion Show in Paris
Having been in the fashion industry all my life, I am following with keen interest the changes and trends within this field. There has been a growing awareness about a more sustainable alternative…
Gift Guide: Bazaar Bayar – Building on the Past to Create Sustainable Futures in Turkey
I first crossed paths with Catherine and Abit Bayar upon discovering their thoughtful artist contributions to HAND/EYE Magazine‘s blog. Since then I have been a regular follower of their collaborative efforts to promote…
VIDEO: Suzanne Rae’s Homage to New York City
FALL- SUZANNE RAE- F/W 2012 from PURPLE MILK on Vimeo. Brooklyn based fashion designer Suzanne Rae recently debuted a new short film to introduce her Fall/Winter 2012 collection. Directed by filmmakers Natalia Leite…
Supporting Women & Sustainability, Eileen Fisher Style
Yesterday, Eileen Fisher announced the recipients of the 2012 Eileen Fisher Business Grant Program for Women Entrepreneurs. Now in its ninth year, the Business Grant Program is awarded annually to ”wholly women-owned businesses…
Good Stuff: Black on Black
In fashion it seems we are always looking for “the new black.” This season, however, black is the new black. Finally, a chance to dress head-to-toe in this deliciously dark hue. Mix with…
That’s a Wrap! Indigo Handloom Launches a Scarf Design Contest
For budding designers looking to get some solid recognition, the industry road is hard and competitive. That’s why when a design contest comes up that is as meaningful as it is good for…
a.d.o. Spring/Summer 2013 – Dreaming of a More Organic Future
I first met Anjelika Krishna in conjunction with an art and fashion event that I organized at the Textile Arts Center in Brooklyn for Earth Day 2011. I had heard about Anjelika’s unusual…
Better Together – Curated Essentials From The Nau Collective
It’s true that some things are, indeed, better together. Conscious outdoor brand Nau is proving this point by introducing The Nau Collective, featuring a curated selection of brands that share the company’s ethos…
Smart Fashion Highlights from New York Fashion Week
Last week, designers from near and far showed their Spring/Summer 2013 collections at New York Fashion Week. As an advocate for slow, considered fashion I have a complicated love-hate relationship with this bi-annual…
Hövding – The Invisible Bike Helmet That Will Save Lives
When I started biking in New York City, I bought my first adult bike helmet, maybe because I was finally old enough to let my fear of death take precedence over my fear…
November 18, 2015
Mrs. Kimberly Leonard — Dear Harmless Harvest,
Where do I begin? It's hard to choose the correct words to say THANK YOU! You...
September 1, 2015
Kelly Sims — Gwen,
I live in Durham and I see it all the time, sometimes on sale at Kroger and Harris Teeter.
Kelly...
