{r}evolution apparel

I came across this project on Kickstarter and I'm really loving it. Kristin & Shannon are the co-founders of {r}evolution apparel, and have designed a garment called the versalette.

http://www.revolutionapparel.me/the-versalette/

From their website:

WHAT IS IT?

The Versalette is a multi-functional piece that can be worn over 15 different ways — with just a few adjustments. It serves as a dress, shirt, skirt, scarf, purse, hood & more. It’s a simply designed staple that makes travel, minimalism, and living sustainably just a little bit easier.

{r}evolution apparel Introduces the Versalette from {r}evolution apparel on Vimeo.


As a huge lover of fashion, I often struggle with "throwaway fashion"and consumerism. Fashion to me, however, is an art form and an outlet for expression. I usually shop second hand, and I treasure each and every one of my garments. I know most others don't, so creating garments that are so versatile and sustainable is a great way to get the message out. I'm really excited about their project and I am definitely pre-ordering one of these!

Love,
Jess

New York Fashion Week

New York Fashion week is here! I am always excited to see the Marc by Marc Jacobs collection and this season is no exception. The dresses are absolutely divine. I particularly love the one below - the shade of blue and luxe fabric paired with Doc Marten-esque boots - absolutely perfect. I love pairing masculine and feminine pieces into one look, and I'm glad this season in continuing with the trend. Maybe I'll pull my green Docs out of the back of the closet and pair them with some vintage dresses?

NowFashion.com

Be sure to look at Anna Sui's collection as well - the colored tights and printed dresses are making me absolutely giddy. I can't even choose a favorite look to show you - I adore them all. 

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Head over to the New York Times Fashion week coverage, or NowFashion.com and check out the collections right now! 

Love,
Jess

Thrifting

I'm so excited for the first post on La Vie En Rose. This is a creation of Jaime and I to share everything we love. For those who don't know much about me, I love vintage clothing. I buy the majority of my clothing at second hand stores. My favorite place in Boston to shop is Buffalo Exchange. They have two locations in Boston - one in Allston, right near Jaime and I's old apartment, and another in Davis Square. What I love so much about this store is that they buy your old clothing and either give you cash or store credit. I always take the credit and come out with much more clothing than I arrived with! I recently cleaned out my closets (I have two...I am a dress ADDICT.) and decided it was time to make a trip. I always find the most wonderful things and today was no exception. After selling a huge bag filled with old clothes, I left with a pair of black shorts (belt included! I also have a belt problem), a green and blue blouse, two more belts, a black bag, and some cute jewelry. I went with my friend Kari, who left with a cute dress that fit her like a glove. She's wearing it tonight for her birthday!

Some advice I have for those new to thrift stores - don't limit yourself to a size! Stores generally have the clothing sorted by size, the kind of garment, or the color of the garment. I look through everything. Sometimes I find a blouse that actually fits like a dress, or I shop in a size that doesn't fit and voila - find a dress that looks amazing belted. I even look through the men's section and come out with some really stellar finds. It's always a treasure hunt, and there is ALWAYS something! 

Love,

Jess