Shelby Steiner on Stock Mfg Co

slide-1

Our gal, and up-and-coming designer Shelby Steiner has just launched her first collaboration with Stock Manufacturing Company! You might recall our previous feature on Shelby, where we delved into the motivations behind her designs, and her design processes. Stock Mfg Co is a Chicago start-up focused on producing high quality products at affordable prices. They promote sustainability and … Read more

Nicole by OPI & Modern Family Collection

Nicole-by-OPI-Modern-Family-Promo

We love nailpolish and we love Modern Family, but other than Latin bombshell Sofia Vergara a.k.a. Gloria, one would never associate the hit series with a line of beauty products, let alone nail polish (maybe if it involved Lily painting her nails and then maybe the walls).  I’ve seen many a beauty and fashion collaboration … Read more

The Man with the Iron Fists

19401052111

Everyone’s got their panties in a bunch over the soundtrack to The Man with the Iron Fists, and for good reason – the album, masterminded by the film’s writer-director, Wu Tang Clan frontman RZA, boasts exclusive tracks from a diverse group of artists ranging from Kanye West, to Wiz Khalifa, to The Black Keys, to … Read more

BAPE = A Bathing Ape?

Bape_Wallpaper_desktop_background_logo_quality8

If you’re a brand connoisseur who knows your menswear, you’ve most likely heard of Japanese streetwear brand BAPE. Surprisingly, I hadn’t seen or heard of the company until a couple years ago when my teenage brother started rocking the brand’s notorious $100 dollar graphic tees branded with that iconic gorilla face.  So who’s the gorilla … Read more

Her Campus College Fashion Week

267488_10151207961438322_22

As you may have already seen us hint at on Facebook and Twitter, we are involved with the first ever Her Campus College Fashion Week! The major event, sponsored by U by Kotex, will be held in four stylin’ cities — Boston, Ann Arbor, Raleigh, and Santa Barbara! Keep an eye out for some of … Read more

Rusted Revolution on BARBandBEAR.com

559462_147640532033016_1193678340_n

As we’ve hinted at in previous posts, Rusted Revolution is about to embark on a new and incredible exciting journey in the world of jewelry creation and business. Our 2011 line was the perfect opportunity for us to get our feet wet in the jewelry industry while we were still students. But now it’s time to … Read more

Avicii for Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply

150029_PRL_AD14335_D&S Domestic Ads Lucky Fa12_x2b_PC.indd

Either Ralph Lauren has suddenly become more Euro, or EDM is now really just THAT American, because Avicii for Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply works, strangely enough. Avicii seems to think so too: ”I express myself through my music and what I wear,” he said in a statement. “Most days you can find me in jeans … Read more

Ashley Kolln of Atomik Bomb

200127_659339373302_185106373_37230068_7866291_n

I met Ashley Kolln through work at Topshop Chicago and was hardly surprised to learn that she had a background in fashion design. While working with her, I was struck by her coif of beachy curls, and the unique, crafty jewelry she would pair with her everyday outfits. Feathers, body chains, combat boots, DIYs — Ashley is … Read more

Gems on Gems – Pick of the Week!

Samantha's Rings

Coco Chanel is famous not just for her physical contributions to the world of fashion. She is also well-known for her gems of style wisdom. A common favorite quote expresses Chanel’s minimalist style: “Before leaving the house, a lady should stop, look in the mirror and remove one piece of jewelry.” As much as I … Read more

It’s All in the Details – Pick of the Week!

GIULIANA

The BC Sartorialist and I were in unanimous agreement when it came to choosing the BCxRR Pick of the Week- Giuliana Zaccardelli. I met this lovely lady during my Freshman Orientation, as we shared the same suite in Vanderslice Hall. She makes a strong first impression with her fun, bright clothes and neatly bobbed haircut. I … Read more