Some people go gaga for rock stars, some for actors...and us? Well, few things get us more stoked than seeing 50+ local designers and artisans all in one spot. So, when we heard about this past weekend's two-day Echo Park Craft Fair, we knew we'd throw a few elbows to be first in line. And trust, not only did we nab some hand-crafted, beautiful pieces, we also got a master class on keeping cool (seriously…Read more
How mothers are able to balance their work and home lives is beyond us, but thankfully, we have role models like Katherine Ross to shed a little light. Known as the fashion whisperer — she's consulted for everyone from Balenciaga to Prada — this stylish mum also sits on the Director's Circle of LACMA, so what better way to get to know her (and her daughter) than with a day at the museum…Read more
We're the first to admit that working in fashion is a blast — but we still take it seriously. And so does top archivist Julie Ann Orsini, who is responsible for curating garments of iconic designers, as if their troves of ensembles were her own "personal mini-museum." It's no wonder then that Orsini, also a veteran fashion writer, has developed a sophisticated style all her own. So we caught up with the on-the-go…Read more
A spot where start-ups are aplenty and creatives run wild, South Park in SoMa has become quite the mecca for young tech entrepreneurs and design types. The epicenter of the 'hood du jour revolves around a circle of grass surrounded by lofts and warehouses packed to the brim with busy worker bees. Innovation and evolved corporate culture is tops in these parts and the attire follows suit by being anything but…Read more
Buying jeans is easily the most painful part of a shopping trip. But once you find a pair you love, you're together for life. That said, it's easy to fall into a rut with your favorite style. So, we set out to find local ladies who make denim look downright fresh. Ahead, six real-life women tackle the season's biggest trends — from white to bright to prints — and give you the opportunity to steal their tips…Read more
This Londoner just gets it — and, frankly, we want in on all of this killer school-uniform style. From leather trousers instead of skinnies and a stand-out coat that still goes with everything, the entire ensemble's been meticulously boosted by a slew of flawless upgrades. We only have one more burning question about this wear-everywhere getup — could we borrow it sometime soon…Read more
Those silken separates (and an insane embellished waist!) drew us in at first, but with a pop of color courtesy of some leather relics, we're swooning. Primary colors done this Californian’s way are anything but basic…Read more
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