Arrow is this little gem in the North Loop of Minneapolis that has all of these amazing, somewhat hard to find brands… their assortment is always changing, and always really, really good. The owners are friendly (even if you are just looking that day!), passionate about the lines they carry, and curate an incredible selection for both men and women.
THE Anine Bing booties you’ve seen all over the interwebs this season? oh… of course, Arrow has them! Handmade in LA – and absolutely gorgeous in person. Styled with Lady Grey jewelry… made in Brooklyn.
If, like me, the Anine Bings make your feet resemble (studded) boats, then these Itasca Leathergoods moccasins are made in Minnesota… and are some of the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn (that pewter pair came home with me!)… and these Assad Mounser jewels are made in New York and what I dream of throwing on every time I leave the house in the uniform.
TEN OVER SIX LA is one of those stores where you walk in and instantly feel at home. And also feel the need to redecorate your home…and revamp your wardrobe.
Bright and airy (with the perfect lime green exterior as a complement), the shop curates the best selection of designers, big and small, in a cohesive manner that leaves you feeling like your wardrobe would just be so much simpler (and even more amazing) if you could just buy everything from this one shop. And each brand and item is special enough that you probably could… but that wouldn’t be much fun!
Wendy Nichol makes these bucket bags by hand in her New York studio – there are so many amazing little details in these bags! Rachel Comey bags and dresses. I’d love a stand like that to store my own bags!
The jewelry selection is ever-changing and amazing.
also – check out this Trendland post on the Ten Over Six LA’s branding – so bold, so cohesive. amazing.
I am so excited to share today’s collaboration with you! A few weeks ago, Wing and I got together with Lisa Hackwith of Hackwith Design House and Thao Nguyen of Parc Boutique to learn more about their upcoming trunk show.
Thao is the amazing owner of Minneapolis’ Parc Boutique. Parc carries an incredible mix of accessible quality brands and unique handmade exclusive items and Thao does a fantastic job curating an assortment of products by local makers (luckily for you, everything is available online!) and providing exceptional service. (Parc was probably my very first introduction to boutique shopping… so it’s safe to say that Thao created a monster:)
Lisa is the equally amazing designer and maker behind Hackwith Design House. Lisa just re-launched her line after a brief hiatus and focuses on her belief that one’s favorite item of clothing is special and unique. Given that belief, she makes less than 25 of each item so that you always know that you are wearing a unique piece (and releases one item a week – oh the anticipation!)
Again, good people making good things… that could be the new tagline for TAE.
Lisa and Thao met while Lisa was shopping at Parc, and over time decided to create a collaborative collection. The Spring collection sold out almost immediately so they have expanded the line and are introducing it at a trunk show – tonight!
This sweater is amazing. Thao and Lisa hand-selected the fabrics and then Lisa sewed it – by hand! – in her studio. It’s unique, soft, and versatile. We got so excited over the sweaters that they decided to make additional options – I can’t wait to see those! That’s the amazing thing about working with American-made, local designers – product is not only thoughtfully made, but it can often be turned around incredibly quickly.
Lisa sits at this sunny desk in her studio and sews all day! When we visited, she was finishing up production of her fall line which launched last week and working on samples of her spring line for Minneapolis Fashion Week.
I’m such a sucker for cohesive branding – particularly when I’m shopping online because it’s one of the few ways that the shop can really connect with me as a customer – and Lisa’s is amazing.
If you are in Minneapolis, I hope to see you tonight! If not, be sure to check out instagram as I’m sure we’ll all be ‘gramming up a storm!
Thank you to Lisa and Thao for collaborating to create such an amazing line! And of course to Wing for the amazing photos!
Rebecca Atwood launched her first line of gorgeous hand dyed and painted pillows and vintage-framed artwork last April… conveniently, right as we were moving into a new place. I was lucky to snag my favorite pillows and was amazed by the quality when they arrived (I used to source throw pillows and in general am pretty snobby about textiles!). The work evident in these items is phenomenal; Rebecca is a true artist and has created an amazing line. I’m not the only person who thinks so – her line blew up the blogosphere and is now available at retailers including Steven Alan, Garde Shop, and Furbish studio. Her second collection launched yesterday. She was kind to chat with me a few weeks ago… for more inspiration, check out her blog, The Fold!
WHAT DRIVES YOU?
I’m not team sports oriented, I’m very competitive with myself. My parents instilled that in us – you have to work hard, so you better love what you are doing.
Family and friends. My dad is a big influence, he always told me to do what you are passionate about. When I decided to major in painting (as opposed to something that seemed more commercially viable, like textile design) my dad was so excited and said – why would you do anything else?
WHAT GETS YOU THROUGH THE DAY/THROUGH THE WEEK?
My husband. He works long hours so I look forward to seeing him when he gets home.
My morning cup of coffee.
Building in creative time each week – time for making doesn’t always happen but it’s important to focus on it – it’s a good reminder as to why I’m doing what I’m doing.
WHAT ARE YOUR STYLE ESSENTIALS?
I’m not the stylish sister! [note – Becca’s referring to her older sister, blogger Grace Atwood – I think there can be more than one stylish sister in a family!] I love my basics and I like to keep things pretty simple. I’m a jeans girl. I love Emerson Fry, my Clare Vivier pouch. I do love interesting shoes. I’m not a big jewelry person – I love my delicate everyday pieces.
WHERE ARE YOU INSPIRED?
Walking around my neighborhood in Brooklyn. In the Cape where I grew up – I’m not working when I’m there so I can soak things in. A lot of the line was inspired by the Cape in the off season. Travel – particularly India. I could spend all day in the markets in India.
WHY ARE REBECCA ATWOOD DESIGNS MADE IN AMERICA?
I wanted to bring back a closeness to the production process, which definitely meant making it here. It is really important to be a part of HOW the product is being made. I’m not opposed to making a product somewhere else, but there is something about being able to go somewhere daily and see the work being done.
I always want some items to be made in house – they let me push things forward and allow for newness and surprises to happen in the process. Being involved and knowing how something is made is so important. Not all designers know how their product is made.
It’s about bringing attention to the production process. I get to choose. I never got to choose before.
WHO INSPIRES YOU?
So many people! I’m a huge fan of ceramics – Lindsay Emery of Suite One Studio in North Carolina makes my favorite dishes, Josephine Heilpern of Recreation Center in Brooklyn is doing inspiring work with glaze and patterns. I really admire the work ethic and vision of Maura Ambrose of Folk Fibers
I’m so excited about what other people are doing and the movement that is happening.
I never thought I’d have my own business. As I worked in more jobs, I realized that it was what I needed to do to be happy.
Thank you, Rebecca, for taking part in my first brand interview on TAE! So excited to see where you take your brand next!
If, like me, the Anine Bings make your feet resemble (studded) boats, then these Itasca Leathergoods moccasins are made in Minnesota… and are some of the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn (that pewter pair came home with me!)… and these Assad Mounser jewels are made in New York and what I dream of throwing on every time I leave the house in the uniform.
Mother Denim, with a little bit of Rachel Comey mixed in on that rack…
Prospector Co. soaps and cleansers… organic and handmade in Savannah, Georgia.
Anine Bing images via Arrow, the rest by Wing Ta!
