Before moving to Berlin, people warned of how intensely grey a city this is. After a long icy winter followed by a cold and rainy spring, I'm starting to fully comprehend the warning. On the upside, the dreary weather has me looking to vivid colour and bold prints, something Wendy Wong, designer of Maison and House of Spy does so well.
Erin Considine is a New-York based jeweler making beautiful environmentally conscious pieces from hand dyed cottons / silks and reclaimed / recycled metals.
Thanks to the vastness of the internet, today I unexpectedly stumbled across a young German eco-fashion label - Vilde Svaner. Vilde Svaner produce their full collection locally, and whenever possible use reclaimed or organic fabrics.
I've been following Snoflake for many years and while I've always been a fan of this Canadian designer, their Spring Summer '10 collection is undoubtedly my favourite to date. There are so many styles, including the Monte Carlo Pants and Sabrna Blazer that I could happily incorporate into my wardrobe.
I received a lookbook in my inbox recently from Manila bases label Proud Race. Titled "93 to Infinity", the designers (Pat and Rik) name the 90s as their driving inspiration for this collection. Thankfully, they've channeled that inspiration into a feeling, rather than a look. Instead of ripped jeans and plaid shirts we're given beautifully draped jersey and rejuvenated classics.