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05.24.13
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Fashion and How We Feel

Fashion and How We Feel

I met a girl once who told me that she always dressed opposite of her mood. So if she was feeling down, she would wear bright colors and happy prints to perk herself up. This morning when I was getting dressed I told myself, “Wear something that will make you feel pretty.” Because today I was feeling the farthest thing from it. After a few hours in my favorite shirt and jacket, I really did feel a little bit better. That got me thinking. What is it about clothing that affects our mood?
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05.21.13
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Fashion + Tech

Fashion + Tech

One area of fashion that I’m really interested in is the blending of technology into our apparel, accessories, and everyday lives. I feel like there is a lot of room to grow, however, because a lot of the fashion-meets-tech innovations still rely on gimmicks. Many garments still have that sci-fi feel rather than considering practical applications. It is only a matter of time before we have a more seamless (no pun intended) integration between the technologies we use everyday and the clothes we wear.

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05.17.13
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Curtain Call

Curtain Call

Well, all good things must come to an end. After six months of sewing adventures, my internship at the Portland Opera has finally ended. It was a wonderful experience and I made some great memories along the way.

Here are some of the costumes I got to work on during the season…

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05.12.13
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New Toy: Singer 301A

New Toy: Singer 301A

This weekend, Ian and I stopped into one of our favorite vintage/junk/who-knows-what stores here in Portland called Smut. We were just out enjoying the sunshine, not really looking for anything specific. As I browsed the aisles nothing really called out to me, but when I turned the final corner…there she was.

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05.09.13
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Lustworthy: Utility Pocket Pant

Lustworthy: Utility Pocket Pant

Now that spring is here, and quickly turning into summer, I’m realizing my wardrobe is quite dark. I can’t completely leave my black and greys in the closet because I love them so, but mixing in some brighter colors couldn’t hurt to feel fresh and new. These pants from Kate Spade Saturday are right up my alley. They are a slim-fit, 4-pocket utility pant made in stretch canvas. I love the simple lines and clean look that would go great with a variety of shoe choices. Saturday offers a handful of fun colors for these guys too.

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