On a rare off day, I ventured on down to meet up with the SKAGEN DENMARK team to take a gander at what’s new for spring and what to expect for autumn.
Look out for these items come Fall!
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rachel roy x feed india
For some people, doing good seems to come natural. It’s inherently part of their DNA and any chance to give back is taken. One such woman whom I’ve admired for that reason alone is designer Rachel Roy, who has over the years raised awareness and funds to support Ghana, Haiti, and Japan.
Last year during her travels to India (a trip Rachel called “emotional”), she worked with local artisans to create the FEED India bag.
Event alert! If you’re in the NYC area, Rachel and Lauren Bush (founder of FEED Projects) are going to be at Bloomingdale’s on 59th for a special shopping event. Details below!
black and white everything
As a member of Glam’s Style Squad, I receive a package every few months sharing a few of the latest trends. For the latest installment, something jumped out at me – the plethora of black and white!
I hate going by “trends” but sometimes it’s pretty obvious what will end up in your closet. Just look at fashion week where designers like Marc Jacobs and Michael Kors sent the timeless color combo down the runway. Whether its graphic lines or my favorite (polka dots!!), I’m into it this season – shocking since my wardrobe consists of burn your retina pink and orange hues 
PS: looking to resume proper outfit photos soon but I just started a new job (eek!) and my previous “photographer” consisted of my fellow (former – wah!!) coworker (hayyy Kelci!).
some days I like to pretend I’m pretty preppy
In other news, I’m killing it with the outfit posts this week, aren’t I? This was taken earlier this week pre-Aveda haircut. The stars have to be the blazer (on sale!) and the shoes (new for spring!) which worked so perfectly together in a moment of unplanned glory.
Shop my look:
misswya interviews: the ffs
A month or two ago I was introduced to a brand called The FFS created by sisters Cheryl Freeman and Donna Freeman Hughes. The duo hit a major coup when their line of bracelets got picked up by Barneys and they were featured on the retailer’s blog, The Window. The Freeman sisters handcraft their accessories line with the finest materials (think: recycled vintage vulcanite and oxidized Ethiopian copper) while making sure it’s true to their streetwise yet sophisticated aesthetic.
I had the opportunity to e-chat with them on their brand, accessories, and career. Read on for more:
Miss Whoever You Are: What inspired you to become accessories designers? Did you always know that was the career for you?
The FFS: The love of antique beads and loving to work with our hands. We knew that a creative and artistic career was optimum We are self taught with classes and workshops sprinkled through the years. After many years of different careers, we decided to concentrate on building a line.
MissWYA: How would you describe your personal style?
The FFS: Original….mixing vintage, tribal and modern. Our clothes are canvases for our accessories. Comfort is very important!
MissWYA: What is the design process like?
The FFS: Skype, a lot of texted photos! We improve and finish each others work.
(beaded bracelet in the center by The FFS courtesy of the brand)The FFS: The jewelry business is very competitive so the right exposure is very important.
MissWYA: What keeps you inspired? Any muses?
The FFS: New material we get from our African bead dealers, artist that are uncompromising in their expression. Grace Jones, David Bowie.
MissWYA: What is the best advice you’ve received and from whom?
The FFS: From mom. “Always follow your intuition.”
MissWYA: If I were to raid your iPod, what would be on your playlist(s)?
The FFS: Fela Kuti, Roy Ayers, Osulande, Eryka Badu, The Clash, The Stooges
MissWYA: Any advice for aspiring designers?
The FFS: Stay true to your vision and keep on truckin’!
MissWYA: What’s the one piece of jewelry you grab before leaving the house?
The FFS: Bracelets and watch
Quick! Tell me the first thing that comes to mind:
My heart beats for POSITIVE CHANGE
Fashion shouldn’t be FORCED
If I wasn’t an accessories designer, I would be a(n) WORLD TRAVELERS
Twitter or Facebook or Instagram? INSTAGRAM
Biggest mistake you see women make when it comes to getting dressed DRESSING FOR OTHER PEOPLE AND NOT THEMSELVES
Thank you to The FFS for chatting. To see their line, visit The FFS online store or shop at Barneys.com.
