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Monday, July 19, 2010

Pretty Shiny Sparkly - The Emma Ring

Sometimes we compromise comfort or practicality for fashion and design.  We love a design so much that while it might not be the most practical piece, we can't part with the design.  But who says you can't have the best of both worlds?
The Saffron Ring is a great piece with a look all it's own, however, for some gals with 'on the go' lives, free hanging charm rings just aren't practical for all day wear. Insert Pretty Shiny Sparkly. Style blogger, Kristina Medhus loved the Saffron Ring, but presented me with a vision on making a more wearable version. With her vision in mind, I went back to the design process and began to rework the style. After a week of collaboration, we emerged with brand new style- the Emma Ring.  Featured on her outfit post, "Pretty in Pink Pleats', the Emma Ring is wearable and durable yet still carries that delicate and intricate essence of the Saffron Ring.  
I love that custom work and collaborations get me as a designer to think about a piece in a new way or in a way I hadn't previously considered. The Emma Ring (co-designed with Pretty Shiny Sparkly and named after Kristina's adorable cat!) is a limited edition piece currently available on our website.  Take a peek- I think you will find it as special as we do.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Mimi & Lu loves ME & Blue!

I'm not sure how I haven't mentioned ME & Blue yet.  M.E. is a remarkable gal who took on my line as a sales rep when I was just a newbie. In 2009, she opened her own store in Venice, CA.  I was sad to part ways with M.E., but excited for her and her new journey. And only one year later, what a journey it's been! Today, she not only runs her store ME & Blue  AND designs the ME & Blue clothing label - she finds time to volunteer at a boxer dog rescue, keep up with her blog, and search high and low for awesome vintage finds for her store. Talk about motivating!  If you are in L.A., you must check out ME & Blue- 566 Rose Avenue, Venice California
So today I am catching up with M.E.'s blog and a link she posted led me to this dress  from KENZO.  If I were a 6 foot tall bohemian model, Id wear some version of this. But just looking at it makes me happy and lends some creative inspiration. Especially when it is the most perfectly sunny day here San Diego and I'd much rather getting some sun and gazing at the ocean with Lucca.