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Adding this one to our list of favorites!
A few weeks ago, I was introduced to another talented jewelry designer by Johanna of Beso Handbags. I’ll admit…I’m a sucker for sentimental pieces, so I couldn’t resist this designer’s custom design portfolio. In fact, I’ve already given my husband strict instructions on which one he should order! But we aren’t the only ones who love Lisa Leonard Designs. There is a list a mile long of other fashion editors who are following this hot designer. Lisa Leonard creates these pieces from her studio north of Los Angeles. We caught up with Lisa to get the scoop:
LDB: I love the [...]
An Amazing Holiday Deal!
We just found this amazing deal on handmade jewelry and had to pass it along to you. La Bella Gem by Laura Filipowicz is have a $5.00 Sample SALE!!
Laura uses Swarovski crystals and Semi-Precious stones on most of her designs, which makes $5.00 an AMAZING DEAL.
Click here to shop online. Pick up a few gifts for others…and maybe one or two for yourself, too.
Happy Shopping!
Rock Socks!
Talk about a Stocking Stuffer!
Erica is one of the most interesting, self-motivated designers I’ve met in a long time. Her concept for fun, witty socks is so fun and a little bit nuts. We first met Erica at Unique L.A. about a month ago and even thought I’m not much of a sock girl, I couldn’t help but get drawn over to her booth. Even I had to admit…these socks are hot! Sit back and enjoy…ROCK SOCKS!
LDB: So what first got you started in designing socks?
RS: For years I’ve worn shorts and knee socks as my everyday “uniform” the way [...]
The Best in Coats for Winter ‘09
by Elizabeth Oswald
I’ll admit I’ve never really put to much effort into thinking about Winter Coats. Never really needed them in Arizona.
Thankfully (because I actually love coats) I just relocated to cold climates (actually still in the process of getting settled), so now I definitely need a Winter Coat. Here’s what I have found:
Military Style Jackets/Coats
I’ll be honest; this style isn’t really first on my list. I want a coat that feels feminine, not so masculine. But much to my delight and surprise – you can now have both in a [...]
Great Find! Alizabeth O Designs
If delicate, feminine jewelry is your style, you’re going to love this new designer! Elizabeth is the design mind behind Alizabeth O Designs, a fun and flirty line of jewelry made from high quality materials including semi-precious and precious gemstones. What struck me about Elizabeth was that her personality comes through so clearly in her designs. She describes herself as liking to “stand out without really standing out”. ..which is exactly what I think her designs do. They have a splash of color that draws your attention, but still maintains an impression of class and quality.
Here’s what Elizabeth says about [...]
Affordable Leather Handbags by Zhen-U.N. Leathers
Leather handbags are a huge weakness of mine! I smell the soft skin from across the room and I can’t help myself. If I touch it…it’s usually over! Fortunately (or unfortunately) my budget won’t allow me to get too out of control. I can’t afford a closet full of genuine leather handbags.
But I recently found a label that might have changed my mind. Zhen-U.N. Leathers is a small etsy shop with some gorgeous handbag finds! For about two years, Jennifer Yuan has been designing and developing new looks for her line and because she lives and works in Thailand, she [...]
Rachel Abroms Sample Sale- 50% off!!
Today only…get 50% everything in Rachel’s 2009 Holiday Collection simply by 1)browsing her site and 2) sending her a message with your order. You can also reach her at rachelabroms@sbcglobal.net or at (323) 525-1552.
Check out this video from her in-person sale today to get an idea for your favorite pieces. Rachel is offering this opportunity to LDB readers and friends, only. So pass the word and…get shopping! Sale ends tonight (Monday, October 19) at midnight PST!
Travel in Style with Jendarling!
Oooh how much I love these bags! I travel enough to know that I do not want to board another airplane/train/car without one. Jen, the founder and designer of these Jendarling bags, works out of her studio in San Francisco and got the idea when she saw a void in the market for an eco-friendly garment bag that was made using breathable materials that actually protect clothing.
Have you ever brought your clothes back from the dry cleaners and just hung them up in the plastic they came home in? Well, I don’t want to make you feel bad…but don’t do [...]
A New Fall Collection: Beso Handbags
Have you ever seen the Showtime hit show Weeds? One of my favorites! But I also live in that same suburban town. I’ve always loved surrounding myself with creative people. I think inside a creative mind is a straight shot to their soul. No fakiness…only real thoughts and feelings. Which for me, living in “Stepford” suburbia is a breath of fresh air!(and maybe one of the reasons I LOVE writing this blog). Johanna Penagos is one of these old friends and a very talented artist. I feel so privileged to share her story with you.
Johanna recently started Beso Handbags and [...]
Stainless Steel Gets a New Look
I’d love to have a whole category in this blog dedicated to jewelry designers. I see some really hot looks…almost too many. It isn’t always easy to pick out the very best finds. But at the recent Unique L.A. event in Hollywood, I was captivated by this designer’s use of stainless steel. Wendy Hacker-Moss is the design mind behind WHM Jewelry and each of these little flowers made from mesh of the resilient metal.
Seeing the full line in person was quite impressive! Wendy has done a great job of using a cohesive style and a familiar metal to begin to [...]
