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Noah Marion Quality Goods started small in a south Austin, Texas garage in 2006 utilizing all recycled and repurposed materials to create one of a kind bags and accessories. With a focus on quality over quantity and a brand idiom “buy once, buy for life,” Marion’s business and design work has now
June 4, 2012
Oliberté, a name combining “Oh” (a tribute to founder Tal Dehtiar’s Canadian roots) and “liberty,” is a made-in-Africa footwear brand that started in 2009. Conveniently enough, Fashion At Liberty’s own guest contributor, Anna Harmon, happens to be Brand and Outreach Coordinator for Oliberté, and she’s recently returned from a trip to Africa capturing their products […]
August 30, 2011
Check out Toil + Trouble, Part 1: New FW11 Bags! As promised, here is the long anticipated Q&A on the development of Toil + Trouble hard goods with designer and founder, Marcus Price. In addition to working on his lovely line of bags that will be launching this Fall ’11, Marcus works with Falling Whistles, and is the freelance designer […]
August 18, 2011
{The stunning images of Kara and her workshop were taken by Kari K of Kari K Design this week.} Kara Ginther is a leather artisan based in Columbus, Wisconsin — and a UW-Madison Textile Design alumna — known for her intricately hand-carved leather creations. In addition to winning the heart of Brooks and cyclists all over with her beautiful custom bike saddles, […]
August 2, 2011
Today I have the pleasure of introducing a new contributor – and ethical style guru – Anna Harmon! She’s based out of Hawaii and has a lot of inspired style to share with us, so without further ado… Dive right in to her first Digs + Duds post (below)! xo -Stephanie I mean, who doesn’t like a […]
July 20, 2011
I’m back on Midwest soil again! My travels to the Northwest this past week allowed me to take a break from high temps and humidity, share time with family, and even catch up with an old friend! However, lugging around my loaded carry-on from airport to airport gave me a penchant for a better bag […]
July 15, 2011
With a low-key play list, antique sewing machines, and a studio cat named Pepper gracing the room, self-taught accessories designer, Heather Hambrecht, gave me a sneak peek inside her world of creation. Inspired by the mediums and materials she uses, Heather disconnects from duty and engages fully in the joy of making when she’s at […]
May 24, 2011
Leather can evoke a nostalgic experience for many. It has long been utilized for its durability, but softness and fragrance also characterize this prized material. When I think of good leatherwork I’m always reminded of my mother’s wallet growing up. The scent of its carmel brown leather combined so nicely with her perfume and the […]
May 19, 2011
The Apolis brand combines good craftsmanship with global opportunity, bridging the gap between the people that make their products and those that own them. Since Apolis Global Citizen was founded in 2004 by brothers Shea and Raan Parton, they’ve been able to build a small team and collaborate with many industry partners both domestically and internationally. […]
September 22, 2012
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