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8 Austin Jewelry Designers to Consider as You Shop Local

July 14, 2020 by Brittany Ballard 1 Comment

Austin Jewelry Designers
Cleopatra collection by Austin jewelry designer Haley Lebeuf (Credit: Haley Lebeuf)

Nobody can deny Austin is a place where creativity and entrepreneurism thrive–often hand in hand. So it’s no surprise that there are a number of local jewelry designers who are rocking it, creating collections that will take your breath away.

From Nina Berenato to Vinca to Kendra Scott, there’s something to fit every style. Next time you’re searching for just the right piece for yourself or a loved one, shop local by checking out these Austin jewelry designers and their work.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Watch Fashion Change as You Walk Through History at Bullock Museum’s Newest Exhibit

February 18, 2020 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Fashion Forward Exhibition at Bullock Texas State History Museum
“Fashion Forward” guides museum visitors through the history of fashion (Credit: Chad Wadsworth/Bullock Texas State History Museum)

Walking into Bullock Texas State History Museum is always a thrill for me. I get chills just thinking about all of the history held within the walls of the building.

As a self-proclaimed fashionista, I’m extremely excited about Bullock Museum’s newest exhibition, called “Fashion Forward.” Not only does it feature pieces from renowned designers, but they are all from an annual award ceremony that put Texas on the map for fashion.

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Filed Under: Culture, History, Museums Tagged With: bullock, fashion

The Art of Shoes in Austin Teaches How to Create Your Own Shoes

January 21, 2020 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Shoemaking Workshop Austin
The Art of Shoes offers a variety of shoemaking workshops

When I think of creating my own wardrobe, my first thought is about designing and sewing clothes: like a chic shirt, or a pretty and comfortable dress. But while it’s easy to find a sewing class, one doesn’t find shoemaking classes so easily.

Luckily, those of us in Austin don’t have to look far. The Art of Shoes, a local online retail store and shoemaking workshop, allows anyone to come into a class to create their very own shoes or sandals. Sign me up!

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Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Shop Local at 10 Trend-setting Menswear Clothing Stores in Austin

August 14, 2019 by Guest Blogger 2 Comments

Local Menswear Clothing Stores in Austin
Inside Bykowski Tailor & Garb (Credit: Marcus John Henry Brown)

Guest article by JaRon Marshall

Austin is a vibrant city filled with a myriad of choices when it comes to nightlife spots, which taqueria to hit up, and which live music event to experience. No matter the occasion, dress to impress by hitting one of these 10 Austin-based clothing stores where you can find one-of-a-kind menswear.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

RUMEE Helps Educate Girls in India, One Pair of Shoes at a Time

June 5, 2019 by Brittany Ballard 2 Comments

Day to night flat from RUMEE in Austin
The perfect day-to-night shoe (Credit: RUMEE)

The perfect pair of shoes will complete practically every outfit. Austin business RUMEE offers beautiful embroidered shoes that will take you from day to night. But there’s more to this company than what meets the pavement.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Why Jewelry Designer Kendra Scott Insists on Austin as Headquarters

March 13, 2019 by Brittany Ballard 1 Comment

Kendra Scott Jewelry 2019

Kendra Scott jewelry pieces are distinguishable for their architecture and shape (Credit: Kelsey Applebaum)

Most of Austin recognizes the name, Kendra Scott. She started her jewelry empire out of a spare bedroom in Austin, growing it into a billion dollar company.

The story of the founder and her company has inspired female entrepreneurs and fashion lovers alike. If you already adore the jewelry, but have never read the story, then prepare to experience a higher level of appreciation.

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Filed Under: Austinot Loves, Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Meet the Leading Ladies Behind Austin’s Top Fashion Boutiques

February 27, 2019 by Krista Hager Leave a Comment

Shelley Moon and Jessica Lorely Austin Fashion Boutiques

Credit: Bossa Captiva Boutique

From storefront, to pop-up shops, to online boutiques, Austin’s empowering fashionista entrepreneurs will help you find looks with flare, drenched in confidence. These industry experts present a message of self-love and unique designs, for coffee hour and happy hour.

When you live in a city as authentic as Austin, you seek fashion influences to match. Check out these incredible leading ladies and shop local.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Fashion X Promotes Austin’s Local Designers With Fashion Week and Other Shows

February 6, 2019 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Fashion X Fashion Show

Fashion X is the leading fashion event producer in Texas (Credit: Charles Preview)

Several years ago, I told myself that if I couldn’t get involved with New York Fashion Week, then I was going to find something local. I didn’t know what to expect when I started looking for fashion events in the Austin area, but I knew I’d find something. It’s Austin. We have a little bit of everything.

Imagine how ecstatic I was when I found out Austin doesn’t just have one-off fashion events. We have our own fashion week. I signed up to volunteer faster than a hot knife cuts through butter. I found out Austin Fashion Week is produced by a local company called Fashion X, and fell in love with the company’s mission to promote local designers, partnership with local nonprofits, and wonderful staff. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Entertainment, Events, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Austin Fashion Initiative Inspires Collaboration and Growth

December 3, 2018 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Austin Fashion Initiative Meetup

Austin Fashion Initiative hosts monthly meetups where members can connect (Credit: Austin Fashion Initiative)

One of my favorite things about Austin is the atmosphere of collaboration. There’s a professional organization for practically every industry. So when you need people to network with and learn from, your tribe isn’t far away.

Austin Fashion Initiative is a relatively recent addition to the Austin scene. The organization is bringing members of the fashion community together in order to provide new connections, valuable knowledge, and seeds of inspiration for growth.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Helm Boots Takes Austin Style Coast To Coast

September 18, 2015 by Mathis Kennington Leave a Comment

Joshua Bingaman Owner of Helm Boots

Joshua Bingaman, owner of Helm Boots

Your Feet Will Thank You for Reading This

If you haven’t heard of Helm Boots, get ready to discover some of the best of what Austin style has to offer. The last time we checked in with our little slice of leather heaven, Joshua Bingaman and his team had proudly introduced a brand new, American-made line of boots.

We described how Joshua had been beating down the doors of the somewhat suspicious classic American shoe-making factories that produce monster-brand boots like Red Wing. Helm Boots wanted to bring their previous line, made in Istanbul, over to the U.S. to have more control and design freedom with their product.

The story of how Joshua managed to get his boot in the door (see what I did there?) of these factories is so classically Austin, you could eat it from a taco. [Read more…]

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