Category: Clothing
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Fall Catalog Favorites: Poetry, Wrap London, Sundance
Poetry has done it again. Another gorgeous, artistic print blouse for Fall! I bought a similar one last year, so how on earth can I justify buying this one? See this Cotton Printed Blouse Here Fall colors are my favorites, and this pattern is so artistic! I think this blouse will eventually find its way…
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Poetry: Fabulous Fashion from England
Occasionally a clothing catalog will get it just right: the clothes, the models, and the locations all working together flawlessly. Stylish but not campy, understated but not boring. Tonight I was delighted to discover Poetry, whose clothes are elegant and intriguing. Take a look at this coat, which combines blocks of solid color with diagonal…
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Shop Small on Garmentory, the Online Marketplace for Indie Designers & Boutiques

Have you ever noticed there is a depressing sameness to most shopping malls in the U.S.? The same stores, the same brands everywhere. Consistent products for the most part, made with reliable quality, but what if you want something a little more exciting? I made a great discovery this weekend – Garmentory! This is an…
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Browsing the One of a Kind Show: Highlights

The One of a Kind Spring Show is this weekend at the The Mart in Chicago. I always look forward to attending this show, one of the premier artisan events in the city. From out of the hubbub surrounding the well-attended booths on the 7th floor, the following artisans stood out to me: Selma Karaca…
