This weeks' Designer Q & A is with Kelli Delaney, Creative Director at Earl Jeans. 1) Why do you think after 200 years jeans are still one of the most popular items of clothing? Jeans are functional and fashionable, they can be worn everywhere now from work to a sexy date.. The aging process of the indigo changes with every wash and wear and makes your jeans very personal. We fall in love with our favourite pair of jeans. Nothing can make you feel more sexy and confident than the right pair of jeans with the perfect fit and attitude. 2) Last time I counted there were over 200 brands of premium denim jeans, what makes your jeans stand out from the rest?  read more »

This week's Designer Q & A is with Jim Boldes, Owner and Technical Designer of Red Engine Jeans . 1) Why do you think after 200 years jeans are still one of the most popular items of clothing? Denim is neutral, and a perfect foundation. Denim, at its best, is uncomplicated yet makes a statement. you get to choose the degree and impact of the statement based on personal choice. 2) Last time I counted there were over 50 brands of premium denim jeans, what makes your jeans stand out from the rest?  read more »

This week's Designer Q & A is with Sara Simmonds, Founder and Designer of Sharkah Chakra - the luxury Fairtrade denim company. 1) Why do you think after 200 years jeans are still one of the most popular items of clothing?  read more »

Jeans make the world go 'round. Ok, well, at least they make my world go 'round. I would be a very sad girl without my favorite jeans, but I will fully admit that I have a love-hate relationship with denim. Like most women, finding the perfect pair of jeans is a chore.  read more »

Q:  I’ve seen some tweed sports jackets in fashion magazines for men.  Is this something that will be in style for Fall?  I’ve been looking for a tweed jacket and haven’t had any luck.  Wool Plaid Tweed Jacket | $328 at J Crew . by John Liu A: Yes, tweed does seem to be back, but take care in how you wear it.  The tweed jacket can be refreshing and cool, but it needs to be done right.  read more »

it's been a while since i did a Designer Q & A , but this week it is back with a bang as I have been lucky enough to get an interview Larissa Noble, Creative Director at the brand that really kickstarted the whole premium denim industry - 7 For All Mankind . 1. Why do you think after 200 years jeans are still one of the most popular items of clothing?  read more »

This week's Designer Q & A is with Kate Eccles, Owner/Designer of Ruby London Denim . 1) Why do you think after 200 years jeans are still one of the most popular items of clothing? Most versatile, workable, reliable garment, best investment for money in fashion terms and the key item in a wardrobe that remains fashionable season on season. 2) Last time I counted there were well over 100 brands of premium denim jeans, what makes your jeans stand out from the rest? RUBY is known for its great fits, quality denim, relablilty and for the tonal knot detail found on ruby back yokes and pockets, as well as key fashionable organic styles. 3) Who do you imagine is a typical customer? Hard to say we go from Lindsay Lohan to Joe Whiley. 4) Where do you get your inspiration from?  read more »

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We all have safety nets in our wardrobe. These are items we collect because they are comfy, they are cheap and they often remind us of younger, happier and more fun days (come now, who doesn't get excited when the weather warms up enough for flip flops?). Problem is, many of these wardrobe safety nets are devoid of any style and often end up destroying the personal style we otherwise may possesses on a given day. How do you keep it easy, breezy, yet maintain your personal style? The Flip Flop Alternative Don't get me wrong, I love flip flops as much as the next gal. This weekend when grabbing a pair so I could play in the yard with my dog, I rifled through eight different pairs to find my beloved Reefs. I have stacked ones for longer pants, crocheted ones that are a tad dressier, aqua ones to match my bathing suit, ones that work well in wet conditions, ones that work with certain sun dresses or beach coverups in my closet. The thing is, flip flops are not real shoes. They don't look like real shoes, they don't wear like real shoes (any orthopedist will tell you they are terrible for your feet), they are often dirty, run-down and ruin the line of your silhouette. Flip flops are great for the beach, the pool, the casual cookout in your friend's backyard or putting around your own; but what does a gal grab when heading to the market, to work and other places where flip flops are just not a chic choice?  read more »

This week's Designer Q & A is with Laure Pariente, Founder of My Lovely Jeans. 1) Why do you think after 200 years jeans are still one of the most popular items of clothing? Because it is the ultimate...AndyK