by Mo on August 9, 2011
SALE: Parker
Mi Mo Handbags values diversity, adventure, fun and practicality. Mi Mo bags combine elements of rugged design, global influence, and a North West casual life style to create unique handbags. Borrowing from history to create pieces for the present that will continue to shine in the future.
Mi Mo donates 5% of all profit to programs working to stop domestic violence; we support Girl’s Inc. N.W. and help to promote Breast Cancer Awareness.
Kathleen
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SALE: Lara
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Haley
by Mo on August 8, 2011
We hope you made it to the McQueen exhibit at The Met. In our minds, it was one of those NY moments not to missed. Lee (Alexander) McQueen was the epitome of independent fashion; he elevated our craft to it’s highest level. To be in the presence of his handmade creations made our jaws drop at moments in awe. He is one of the greats that will be inspiring young designers for years to come. For a quick moment from our experience click on the image below and watch the shadows dance….
If you couldn’t make it, do yourself a favor and set aside some time to scroll through the curators selected images here.
Watch the shadows as she spins, click here
by Mo on August 5, 2011
We’re creating a model for sustainable design education that doesn’t yet exist.
Eeeeek! We are late and we are sorry! We meant to shout out this amazing campaign sooner, and here we are in the last hours. No matter, get over to IndieGoGo and support these darlings if you can. Bahar Shahpar and Tara St. James, of Guilded, are building a structure for all surrounding sustainability in fashion design. Yes, they aim to give us a language we can all speak together. Read on about where these ideas were born in this great interview at Ecouterre. Oh, and don’t miss the perks come along with your donation!
Guilded on IndieGoGo
Our Story
If you watched the video, you already know a little bit about us and what brought us here. After years of working in the fashion industry, we realized what a destructive impact the clothing and textile industry can have on communities, environments and economies around the world, so we committed ourselves to researching and promoting sustainable design as a solution.
by Mo on August 4, 2011
by Mo on August 3, 2011
Find the perfect additions to your late summer wardrobe in the Darling boutique of Laura Dawson. We went way back and grabbed a tidbit from our interview with her below, read the full interview here.
Darlings: What is your design process?
Laura: um, chaos? i usually look at how larger factors might influence people’s behavior and attitudes. i pull in influences and trends from art, politics, furniture, nature, streetwear, film, music, accident, magazines. just life really. i bottle it and let it all distill for a few months and determine what the essence is so that i can strike through the heart of what people are feeling next.
Organic Triangle A Frame Dress
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Bubble Shorts
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Lithe Jean
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Silk Shirt & Scuba Skirt
by Mo on August 3, 2011
Summer Splash Earrings
Cynthia Jones Jewelry strives to achieve an understated sophistication with pieces such as her most basic teardrop earring. Weight plays a major part in the design process. Keeping her pieces as light as possible, Cynthia ensures that in addition to being visually simple, they take on an effortlessly light form. The occasional use of colored stones (jaspers, jade, labdorite, moss agate, carnelian) helps women to accent their wardrobe with deep purples, pale greens and rich ambers. Ignoring trends, Cynthia creates contemporary, handcrafted jewelry that is timelessly modern, and appropriate for any occasion.
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Saturn Ring (Polished) (also: Oxidized)
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Modern Bangle
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My Rock
by trish on August 3, 2011
All 5 pieces are part of the slow fashion movement. No mass production here. Don’t you want to know where this Fall’s clothing and accessories are coming from? Take a peek …
1. Tunic Top
2. Ava Ankle Boot
3. Print Scarf
4. Pendant Necklace
5. Vintage Patent Leather Bag
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by Mo on August 1, 2011
We are excited to see a second round of NYC independent designers popping up at Chelsea Market this week! Go meet them, go support them, go shop! …Of course we mean that is what you can do when you take a break from shopping here at Smashing Darling this week (wink, wink).
Opening Party, Wednesday, August 3rd, 6-9pm
Independent Designer Pop Shop on Facebook
