To me, corsets are the ultimate in femininity, elegance, and romance. What was once seen as a restrictive garment has been sort of reinvented this year as a modern celebration of liberation and personal choice. I’ve always held a fascination for corsets. Ever since watching the Pirates of the Caribbean movies as a kid, I’ve been enraptured in the old-fashioned art of dressing and the … Continue reading A Modern Gal’s Guide to Corsets
One of the easiest ways to reduce clothing waste is by shopping small and restyling your looks. Now, I know what you’re thinking, restyling can surely reduce waste, but how can buying more clothes be sustainable? Shopping small is good for the environment in several ways. First, a lot of small businesses get their materials locally and produce locally, which means less of an environmental … Continue reading Sustainability in Fashion- How Shopping Small + Restyling Can Reduce Waste
I’ve never been a huge bag fan (shoes were always more my thing), but Oliveve Handbags is THE brand that changed it all for me! I discovered Oliveve Handbags on ShopBop in the inaugural year of MDM. My first bag of theirs was a sunny yellow leopard-printed haircalf wristlet that I had gotten on an end-of-season sale for close to 60% off. Something about its … Continue reading Brand Spotlight: Oliveve Handbags
Hi friends! Connecting with people is so important, especially given the current climate out there. As many of us are staying home and most of the stores are closed, I thought I’d share some of my favorite fashion-related small businesses and unique brands to help fulfill your e-shopping needs! Purchasing from a small business has a huge positive impact, especially in times of economic uncertainty, … Continue reading Highlighting My Favorite Unique Brands and Small Businesses!
