From the monthly archives:

July 2011

Weekend Getaway Essentials

by trish on July 7, 2011

When the clock strikes five on a sunny Friday afternoon, where will you be heading? If you’re lucky, summer means taking weekend getaways to places you’ve never been to. There are so many different options – the city, the beach, the campground. All of these destinations are composed of hot days and cool nights, so it’s essential to pack the right things in that small duffle bag. It’s always important to have jewels you can wear with everything and the sweater to take you from day to night. Take a peek at our weekend jet-setter essentials that are necessary to take along with you!

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This Week’s Featured Indie Designer: Sonya Coulson Rook

by trish on July 6, 2011

Meet Sonya Coulson Rook, and independent jewelry designer from Raleigh, NC. Her jewelry line, Metalmorphosis has the perfect vibe for when you need a little something that makes a statement without looking like you’re trying to hard. We love the simple organic feel she allows her pieces to keep. Keep reading to find out what fascinates this indie designer. Take a peek at her boutique to view all of her collection.

I have always been fascinated by the visual changes objects undergo during the process of aging or decomposition. In my work, I am interested in exploring the relationship between organic and industrial objects, and the contrast between clean simple surfaces and heavily textured surfaces. I often incorporate various found objects and materials in my work in an effort to give a newly created object a sense of history.

Enameled Stud Earrings

Tiny Bud Stackable Rings

Double Hoop Earrings

Stacking Duo Rings

Stackable Bracelets

Shop online for her jewelry at Metalmorphosis on smashingadrling.com

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Independent Fashion: Darling Reads

by Mo on July 5, 2011

We would have been happy to wear these on the 4th!

Inspiration

Style Bubble: Feel like strolling the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum? Say yes, and click the link darlings! Firenze Time Out.

EcoSalon: Post Recession Fashion Industry Series

Industry & Resources

EcoSalon – The Post Recession Fashion Industry: Sewing Circle Rebellion

StartUp Fashion: Seattle Fashion Incubator Helps Emerging Designers Succeed

Changing Gears: Fashion Incubators Pop Up in the Midwest

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KREL 2 Go at Bread & Butter, Berlin

by Mo on July 1, 2011

If we had the magical power to shrink ourselves down to mini-Darlings (Incredible Shrinking Darlings?) … we would have hopped into the suitcase of independent designer Karelle Levy this weekend and gone to Berlin for Bread & Butter. Watch this B&B video to learn all about their history and feel like you are there too. Happy Friday darlings!

BERLIN BREAD and BUTTER
July 5 – 8, KRELwear designer Karelle Levy is pleased to announce her participation at the Bread and Butter Sport and Street Dessert Land from July 5-8, 2011. An installation with her signature Quickie Couture project encourages audience participation, while KRELԳ DiscGlo Party Girls for the trade showԳ opening reception promises pure entertainment.

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KREL Sample Sale!