| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 28, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy Flower Power I’m not usually a girly girl, but lately I’ve been getting in touch with my floral side. Stuck in the rut of San Francisco’s foggy "summer", I needed to find a way to bring some sunshine into my wardrobe. Kim White’s vintage floral bags are my bright solution to the dreary, solid greys of my cityscape. Kim unearthed an amazing collection of vintage floral fabrics from the ‘50s through the ‘70s that were originally intended as furniture upholstery. Naturally, the durability of these fabrics lends itself perfectly to handbags. The beauty is in the history of these gorgeous textiles and each is truly an original. Big or small, flocked or embroidered, Kim’s plentiful prints fill the glass on a day when I’m feeling half empty.  Related Posts ↓ |
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| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 26, 2008 at 4:59 am by Allison McCarthy Thread. Fashion Without Victim: BBC’s New Eco-Fashion SiteThe reputable BBC has recently launched its own eco-focused style website called Thread. Competitor? Nah, newcomers to the eco-world only help promote the green cause and continue to make eco style mainstream. (Though I have to mention that the BBC site looks eerily familiar – maybe their ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 25, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy Second Time Around We’re all guilty of owning a t-shirt that’s seen better days. So soft, worn to perfection – it’s hard to part with such a time-tested staple. But sometimes, enough is enough and you just have to let go. When I say let go, I certainly don’t mean throw away. It’s just time to revisit your favorite tee’s form and function. ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 22, 2008 at 11:55 am by Allison McCarthy Lutz & Patmos + Barneys Green = Leroy & Perry The twenty-something designers behind Lutz & Patmos launched a special eco-friendly line to be sold exclusively at Barneys Green beginning in Spring 2008. The inspiration behind the collection’s name is simple: one designer lives on Leroy street and the other on Perry street in ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 21, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy Fall Color Trend: Purple Eggplant, aubergine, plum, violet, mulberry – any way you slice it, purple is the hot color for fall. This is not your color-sucking pale lavender circa 1987 purple. We're talking rich, deep hues. Too much of the shade and you’ll end up looking like the grape man in Fruit-of-the-Loom commercials, but a tasteful splash of the bold color will ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 20, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy Where Fashion Meets Design What do Zaha Hadid, Vivienne Westwood, the Campana brothers, and Alexandre Herchcovitch have in common? The answer: Melissa Plastic Dreams. In support of their commitment to cutting-edge design, these talented individuals have partnered with ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 18, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy Beyond Skin: Summer Shoe Sale Some people dream of great romances and luxury getaways. Others dream of professional and financial success. I dream of shoes. Well, really, I dream of many things, but a unique, sexy pair of pumps gives me that little bit of edge and makes me feel confident enough to attain all of these fantasies. My shoes are my juju. Unfortunately, my juju comes ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 15, 2008 at 10:28 am by Allison McCarthy Ode to a Rich Hippie For richer or poorer, we make promises on the fragrant vow of a bohemian wedding. A spritz of bliss, a splash of devotion as you wade through the musky fog of a purple haze. Spring back flower child, as you transform chameleon-like to a foxy lady. ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 14, 2008 at 5:00 am by Allison McCarthy 5 Eco Wedges You’ll Love I couldn’t be happier that the wedge has lasted through the seasons. Unlike pointy, square, and round toe, the chunky heel style that’s relatively easy on the feet is a classic in my book. Here are my top five eco-sensitive options in all price ranges to keep your hooves happy and looking good. ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |
| FASHION / ECOSALON HOME Aug 13, 2008 at 6:00 am by Allison McCarthy Golden Girls This is no reference to the television show I secretly indulged in (almost as bad as my Designing Women phase) when I was younger. I’m talking about the way we glam and glitter ourselves up during the summer season. There’s nothing sexier than a flash of gold on glowing skin. This golden bangle set from ...Read More Related Posts ↓ |