By: Anne Vickman

We’re big fans of scrappy-yet-polished clothing. California-based designer Vicarious by Nature sells organic cotton wares and employs an eco-friendly business model by supporting certified vendors and partnerships with nonprofits like the Ocean Conservation Society and EcoNation. Continue reading “Stuff We Love: Vicarious by Nature” »

By: Alexa Cleary

Photo courtesy of Kenny Kenny

Sally LaPointe is attracting buzz in the fashion industry with her minimalist silhouettes, bold prints, and delicate details. The 26-year-old Marblehead native uses spongy foam, iridescent silks, and ink-splattered fabrics to create designs that are futuristic and feminine all at once — a combination that has caught the eye of fashionistas such as Lady Gaga, who recently wore one of LaPointe’s designs to the Consumer Electronics show in Las Vegas in January. Bostonista caught up with the up-and-comer to find out more about her brand. Continue reading “Q & A: Fashion designer Sally LaPointe” »

By: Anne Vickman

Next week, between March 7 and 12, Mitchell John Salon is hosting a suit donation drive to support Dress For Success. The NYC-based nonprofit helps disadvantaged women return to the working world, and its beneficiaries come from all walks of life, including domestic abuse situations, homeless shelters, educational institutions, and immigration agencies. Many of these women experience a Catch-22 when trying to find a job, as summarized on DFS’s website: “Without a job, how can you afford a suit? But without a suit, how can you get a job?” Continue reading “Dress for Success Suit Drive at Mitchell John Salon” »

By: Anne Vickman

Apparently colorblocking is in for spring. We’ve just found the perfect makeup accompaniment to those new Louis Vuitton looks: Becca Cosmetics’ Jewel Dust. Continue reading “Stuff We Love: Becca Jewel Dust” »

By: Anne Vickman

In 1935 Canadian badminton pro John “Jack” Purcell helped design the first  court shoe for B. F.Goodrich (who originally produced the iconic PF Flyers), two years after he was named the world champion of the sport. Converse bought trademark rights in the ’70s, and the kicks have been the cornerstone of athletic gear and street fashion ever since. Recently the North Andover–based company, who opened a Newbury Street shop this fall, decided to give Jack Purcell’s classic design a modern-day makeover. Continue reading “Shoe Check: Converse Jack Purcell” »

By: Ally Betker

Image courtesy of History Rewound

Eleven score and fifteen years ago, our founding fathers probably didn’t think that they would be recognized with a thee-day weekend and various motor sales, but our current prez would surely appreciate the economic stimulation. We’ve rounded up a few can’t-miss sales for anyone not shopping for a new sedan. Continue reading “Weekly Sales: President’s Day Edition” »