Indie Design

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

DIY thing on Oct 25, 2009 5:24 AM PDT

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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Influential International Style: Chloe Sevigny

kate napleton on Jul 21, 2009 10:18 AM PDT

Chloe Sevigny knows what she's doing. She's best known for her roles on Big Love and in Boys Don't Cry, but also just as well-known for always looking cool and chic both on and off the red carpet. Though American-born, she seems to possess a European grace and polish to her clothing choices. As the face of fragrance for the house of Chloe, I know I'm not the only one that recognizes her subtle glamour. Her trick? Wearing neutrals and patterns that don't overcome her own beauty, and keeping her hair long and loose. To get her look, choose individual pieces with wonderful detail like scalloping or a reserved lace. Check out my slideshow for Chloe Sevigny style tricks! Photo credit: PR Photos

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Summer Must-Haves From Fresh Independent Designers!

Jennifer on Jun 14, 2009 9:22 AM PDT

I'll admit it -- I've spent the last four months hidden away inside my Toronto apartment just waiting for the warm weather again. Time not wasted though -- I've been keeping busy head-starting the season by staking out my summer wardrobe! After all, who doesn't love online shopping? With careful consideration I was able to sift through all of my options and weed out my absolute summer must-haves from the pages and pages of things I loved but could realistically live without for now (I guess). If you haven't given yourself the same ahead-of-the-season jump start on your summer shopping, don't fret! There's still some time to get some advanced shopping done online. And hey, you could also always last-minute shop online from the poolside! Personally, I'm prepared to spend most of my summer outdoors, so I chose some key pieces that should carry me through both in style and with comfort. For further inspiration, check out the slideshow for some Designers Connect-approved summer staples and get ready to enjoy the sunshine with fashionable friends!

Tags : summer trends , summer style , summer dresses , summer , indie design

Indie Designer Liza Rietz Unveils Her Spring/Summer Collection

Natalie Zee Drieu on May 20, 2009 5:20 AM PDT

One of my favorite fashion designers is Portland-based Liza Rietz, who now has her Spring/Summer collection up for sale in her online shop! The collection is just so beautiful I can't even being to describe it all, so be sure to check it out for yourself on Etsy and take a good look at all the stunning photos! I'm just so in love with the modern silhouettes she creates. Pick up one of her fabulous pieces to stand out from the crowd at parties this summer. Some of my favorites from her most recent collection are the Silver Romper ($260), the Asymmetrical Tiered Dress ($315), and the Waffle Tucked Tunic ($375). Check out more hot fashion finds over at Coquette!

Tags : tiered mini , tiered , summer style , summer fashion , indie design

Keep Showing Your Support, OBAMA Style!

DIY thing on Nov 5, 2008 12:17 PM PST

So the voters have decided- Barack Obama is the choice of the people. What a night for the American people! If you need some new fashions to show your support for our President Elect, check out our slideshow. We've picked a dozen of the best Obama fashions from some of our favorite independent designers - from tees by Coup to custom shoes by Artistic Sole. There's even some for the guys in the bunch.

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Indie Style: Paper Fashion, a Cut Above

DIY thing on Aug 10, 2008 12:22 PM PDT

Paper fashion? Do those two words fit together? Today's independent designers have found that recycled paper offers a versatile medium for jewelry design. High style and chic is what you get with these handmade designs. Red is always hot- and with this chunky red bracelet by Anna Sofia Designs you can't go wrong. If your style is sleek and modern, check out Frucci Designs. They mix metal and paper for a really modern look. Man on your list? He will be the coolest guy in line with this industrial charm wallet from from Little Orange Kitchen. Make a statement with this colorful piece by Artisticaya- let bold colorful circles drape your neckline on your next shopping trip in the city. To find all of this check out the slideshow!

Tags : statement , slideshow , recycled , piece , indie design