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Be The Most Fashionable Fan With Who Dat, Just In Time For The Super Bowl!

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Who knew a simple question - Who Dat? - could cause such a stir? New Orleanians have been saying "Who Dat" for quite some time, and despite all the chatter from the NFL, they plan to keep on saying "Who Dat" in their unique fashionable way. Check out the owner of Fleurty Girl - Lauren Thom and her Who Dat gear. Plus, we have a few other fun examples of Who Dat and Fleur de Lis gear. And in case you haven't noticed, the New Orleans Saints are headed to the Super Bowl. Saints fans have waited 43 years for this day - and as you can imagine, they are ready to party. And it is also Mardi Gras season in the Big Easy. So if you can't make it to Miami, cruise on down to N'awlins, pick up your Who Dat fashion, take in the game with the WhoDat Nation and then stick around for Mardi Gras!

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Tags :   fashion , indie , louisiana , mardi gras , new orleans , nfl , style , super bowl , superbowl , who dat , whodat

Let Your Wardrobe Pop With DIYthing's Favorite Punchy Purple Picks!

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The fashion runways have been boasting that purple is the new black... and you may not be totally sold on that concept just yet. But there are many different ways to ease your way into purple this year. Try mixing in purple with accessories like the Double Square Necklace by Blox, which adds the perfect splash of color to your outfit. The Purple Purse by Jolie Jolie over at Smashing Darling is sure to get a few looks as arm candy. And if you're a purple fan ready to dive right on in, the Phoebe Silk Top by Snoozer Loser NY is the perfect choice. For more ways to incorporate the punchy shade into your wardrobe, check out our purple picks in the slideshow!

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Tags :   blouse , blox , color , color trends , fashion , jewelry , necklace , pop of color , pops of color , purple , purple dresses , runway , shopping , smashing darling , stacey may , stars and infinite darkness , supermarket , trend alert , trends

Face The Winter Chill Head On With DIYthing's Favorite Knit Hats!

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Have you been buried inside with all the snow? Well get in motion - snowy days can be the perfect opportunity to show off a little sexy winter fashion. All those lumpy layers we pile on shouldn't keep us from our fashion fun. Check out this sexy head gear we found from indie designers. Claudia Schulz has the sweetest winter hat, sure to keep ears warm and heads turning. Buddhaledread's Pure Decadence Scarf pushes the edge of sexy, in heavenly soft virgin wool. Be sure to check out Dream Woven's Attitude Hat, boasting bold colors of oranges and reds for a burst of color. Jecka will keep you in style with the Chunky Flaps Butterscotch Ear Warmers. At $20 you can afford to pick up several in different colors. So check out our slideshow for a look at our sexy headgear, for whatever winter brings your way!

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Tags :   diy fashion , ear , earmuffs , etsy , hair accessories , hair accessory , hair ornaments , hairband , hairpieces , hat , hats , head , head scarves , head wrap , headband , headbands , headdress , knit , knit scarves , knits , knitwear

Dress Up Your Winter Wardrobe With DIYthing's Favorite Ruffled Designs

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Winter is a wonderful season for texture and a great time for heavier fabrics, but don't let that stop you from adding a little flair! Ruffles can be just the thing to balance out those heavy sweaters. Check out these adorable, romantic styles from some of our favorite indie artists on Etsy. Artlab's daring, avant garde designs are bold and playful. Our favorite from this NYC indie is Artlab Cape NO. 3. This will be at the top of your holiday wishlist. Kate Towers also has some unique designs; she is all sold out at her Etsy shop at the moment, but keep an eye out for new items. She also sells her designs at Seaplane in Portland. If you are looking for ruffled scarves, check out Periay's Etsy shop. Check out these fourteen beauties in our slideshow.

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Tags :   artlab , diything , etsy , fashion , handmade , indie , ruffles , shopping , style , trends , winter

Get Cozy With Handmade Knits By Efia

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Step back in time and put some sexy in your step with a pair of spats by Efia. Efia handknits all of her designs. Efia, an aspiring actress and accessories designer, is often inspired by handmade materials from other independent artists. She loves soft textures, natural fibers, interesting ribbons and unique buttons. And she loves to use rich bold colors as well as nice feminine touches in her designs. She not only designs spats, but also handmade scarflettes, scarves, and fingerless mittens. The Bluebird of Happiness scarflette is darling and will add such a splash of color to your winter wardrobe. And who can pass up accessories in this shopping season, they are your easiest way to extend your wardrobe. Efia even has some handsome man mitts for the guy in your life. We've picked some of our favorites accessories to share with you in our slideshow.

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Tags :   efia , etsy , fingerless gloves , handmade , mittens , scarf , scarflette , scarves , spats

Show Your Funky Side This Halloween With Indie-Designed Jewelry!

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As Halloween quickly approaches, we know you are thinking about what to wear to your costume party. This year, steampunk is oh so hot. Brooklyn Indie Market's Steampunk II is the place to pick up some indie designed pieces this weekend. You will find indie brands Rocklove, Steamed Punk Laboratories, Once Lost and 19Moons among others. Show off your new funky look at the after party at The Way Station -- Brooklyn's first steampunk bar and performance venue. If you can't make it to Steampunk II this weekend, we did a little surfing and found some great Halloween-themed steampunk jewelry. Check out our slideshow for some of our top picks!

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Tags :   accessories , boston , diything , halloween , halloween costume , halloween ideas , halloween jewelry , halloween party , indie , indie design , indie designers , indie fashion , jewelry , jewelry designers , jewelry trends , necklace , pendant , pendant necklace , pendant necklaces , pendants , steampunk

Bike Themed Bags And Home Accessories!

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The city heat is finally behind you and now you can gear up to go biking in the cool fall weather. And what better way to enjoy a day biking in the city than with some stylish bike bags? When you think of bike bags, do you think messenger? Well, we found a variety of other stylish bags perfect for your bike as well. From funky, urban style by Balkan Tango to chic, stylish by Po Campo, handcrafted bike accessories are the way to go. We even found some great bike-themed home decor to bring some of the fun inside. And all of these great finds are available at a great online store Supermarket. Check out our slideshow to see all of our bike-themed finds!

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Tags :   accessories , balkan tango , bike , biker , handbags , messenger bag , po campo

Kristin Brady Pushes The Edge Of Sexy With Her New KTG Line

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Kristin Brady redefines what it is to be sexy with her clothing line KTG. Kristin does not employ methods of western tailoring such as zippers, buttons, or hook and eye. Instead, KTG utilizes an approach akin to sculpture. All Kristin's designs are handmade in her California studio. Organic and asymmetrical, the Apron Dress is sure to be the right choice for dinner and the theater. If you are looking to go the sexy route, then the Brown with Applique piece is definitely your dress of choice. Check out the slideshow to see more of Kristin's work.

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Tags :   applique , asymmetrical , design , designer , designer apparel , designer clothing , designer dress , designer dresses , designers , dress , dresses , etsy , fashion , fashion design , fashion designer , fashion designers , kristin brady , ktg , minidress , minidresses , sexy

Whimsical Children's Dresses For Your Wee Little One

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Whimsy and kids, they just seem to go together. We've found some of the cutest girl's dresses, each with their own touch of whimsy. Some are made from eco-friendly upcycled fabrics, like Little Overcoat's recycled t-shirt dresses. And Lilli Pop will make custom drop waist jumpers for your favorite little girl. One of our favorite children's shops is Art and Soul Boutique. Owner Kristine Bercot is based in Indiana. She has such lovely designs and now's a great time to find some great summer sale items in her shop! Go ahead and check out our handpicked dozen dresses for the little ones!

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Tags :   children , childrens , childrens clothing , dress , dresses , eco chic , eco fashion , eco friendly , eco-conscious , eco-friendly , eco-moms , jumper , kiddie , kids , kids clothing , recycled , recycled tees , upcycled , whimsical

Asian-Inspired Fun For Back to School!

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We've been surfing our favorite sites looking at back-to-school fashion and we keep finding ourselves drawn to fun, Asian-inspired looks. becky oh!'s Japanese Retro Wristlet will add style to your wrist for $35 and can be found at What Designers. The bright, funky print is made from Japanese linen. If you want an elegant look, check out the designer Hairpin Flowers Silk Chiffon Scarf by Yosifa Silk - get it at Smashing Darling. And for just plain fun during the school day, you will want one of these handmade Fortune Tellers from Sycamore Street Press. And there are a host of fun totes and bags at Tokyomade. Check out ColorCult's Winged Tote, or the Vintage Obi Messenger, an original, hand made bag by Japanese designer Honmonoya. And Ichigo Seijin's Bento Box bag is pure fun. See all of our picks in our slideshow!

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Tags :   asian , asian inspired , asian inspired patterns , back to school , back to school bags , back to school style , back-to-school , bento , china , diy fashion , diy thing , diything , etsy , handmade , japan , japanese , japanese design , japanese inspired , obi , retro , school