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June 14, 2013

The Big Reveal: A Custom Designed "Going Away Dress" for a Beautiful Bride

For the Gilda's Club luncheon I was so very fortunate to be paired up with a lovely young beautiful cancer survivor named Rose. She is vibrant and ambitious and a delight to work with. She just so happens to be getting married this summer, so for the runway she requested a Going-Away-Dress to wear following her reception. She chose one of my existing designs, the Sunday Brunch Dress, but since it's a special occasion, we decided to make it in white silk. I found this amazing textured 100% silk from Nancy's Sewing Basket and it looked amazing on her!

Can't wait to see the photos from the event!

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June 03, 2013

Photoshoot with Mark Laubenheimer at Inscape Arts Building

Back in April I collaborated with a local portrait photographer, Mark Laubenheimer on a fashion shoot in the Inscape Arts building. There's something about this building that just makes art happen. The light was beautiful that day and the models were fantastic. I also brought in my killer hair + makeup team extraordinaire, Cris and Elizabeth. It was a full house but the results are just lovely. You can see all the images on tumblr.

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May 31, 2013

Did We Mention that the Boho Republic Store is Open and Ready for Business

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Summer Sample Sale at Cicada

Whether you're getting married or not, this local boutique has what you're looking for in evening and party attire. Get down there for the big sample sale!

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May 30, 2013

Inscape Arts Summer Festival Screenscape Happens on Sunday

Have you been to the former-INS-building now-infamous-historical-renovation known as Inscape Arts? This Sunday is your chance!

My studio is on the 3rd floor way back in the South/West corner if you want to stop by. It's a working studio, so don't expect it to be clean! It's only been 3 months, but I absolutely love working in the studio, and I'm looking forward to the sunny days ahead.

This is what it looked like the first week - before I moved everything in, including sewing machines and clothing racks. See you Sunday!

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May 24, 2013

Memorial Day Sale at Goodwill : Get Out There and Shop

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May 21, 2013

Take A Minute Out of Your Day To Watch This Video Showcasing State's Secret Summer Catalog

It's a little reminiscent of the movie Nell, but I just love the whole vibe of State's world. There are now about a dozen designers now contributing to the State Catalog...

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May 20, 2013

The New BOHO republic E-commerce Shop is looking for Followers on Open Sky

Open Sky is a great platform for small business owners, and BOHO republic just applied for a spot! The rules state that we need 20 followers before we can officially start selling. If you are so inclined, we'd love it if you could follow us! It's really easy to join, just login with Facebook.

Thank you for your support!

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May 17, 2013

One Day Only Trunk Show with Portland Handbag Designer BD503

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May 14, 2013

16th Annual Surviving with Style Designer Fashion Show + Luncheon

I'm so excited for the opportunity to participate in this year's Surviving with Style event. I was thrilled to be invited to design for the show this year, and I couldn't be happier with my model, Rose. When I met her at my studio last week, I thought there was some kind of a mistake. She looks like she could be a model. Young, pretty, tall and blond. Not what you'd expect from someone who'd been fighting Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma for 2 years.

Making a dress for Rose will be an absolute pleasure. The style we decided on has significance to her future... but you'll have to buy a ticket to see it!

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BOHO republic Fashion Show Launch at Vian Hunter

If you haven't been to Lisa Vian Hunter's Madison Avenue Boutique, you're missing out on the closest thing to shopping Audrey Hepburn's closet. Last Saturday's runway show and sale was all in the name of celebrating the style icon's birthday, and a great time was had by all.

Juliet in the Thursday Happy Hour Midi-length Dress, shown in brown chevron printed rayon challis

Victoria in the Thursday Happy Hour Dress in a teal paisley rayon peachskin fabric

Laura in the Sunday Brunch Maxi Dress, shown in black leopard print rayon challis

Like what you see? Check out BOHO republic's new online shop!

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May 10, 2013

The 6th Annual Girls Gone Glam is One Week Away!

The 6th Annual Girls Gone Glam is happening next Thursday! I have been a part of this fundraising event since 2010 (this is their 6th year), and I look forward to it every spring. It's a fashionable evening of sips + bites, shopping + raffles! Enjoy specialty cocktails and delicious hors d'oeuvres, fabulous raffle prizes, hair styling by Swink, lip reading by Sheila the psychic, wine bottle roulette and so much more... get your discounted advance tickets today!

WHEN:
Thursday, May 16, 2013
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

WHERE:
Alexis Hotel
1007 First Avenue (at Madison St.)
Complimentary valet parking while available

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May 07, 2013

Shabby Apple Summer Giveaway: $50 Gift Certificate Toward Vintage Goodness {Closed}

{Congratulations to Katie! and thanks to everyone who participated in the givewaway...}

Readers of this blog will be familiar with Shabby Apple's cute dresses... the entire site is filled with retro-inspired vintage clothing for women with discerning taste. The dress in the woodland photo above is called Knave of Hearts. It's a great example of the vintage style you'll find at Shabby Apple. The kind of dress that can look modern or retro depending on how you choose to style it.

This orange dress called Decadence is straight out of the 1940's: One of the most flattering era's in women's clothing design.

This black + white geometric print dress is named Paradigm Shift and has a great 60's vibe. But take away the hat and the gloves and that's a day-to-evening dress for the modern woman.

So much vintage goodness... And they've asked me to give away a $50 gift card to shop their lovely site!

Please note: Only open to US Residents...

Here's all you have to do to enter the giveaway:

1) Leave a comment on this post telling me which Shabby Apple dress is your favorite.

2) For an extra entry, Tweet the phrase "I just entered to win a $50 gift certificate to @ShabbyApple from @glamspoon!"

Be sure to leave your contact info in your comment so that I can contact you when you win. I'll choose a winner on May 17th. Good luck!

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XOX Betsey Johnson : The Beloved Fashionista Makes A Comeback

Set your DVR's folks! You won't want to miss a second of the Style Network's "XOX Betsey Johnson", a docu-series starring Betsey Johnson and her daughter LuLu.

For years, Betsey Johnson has led the fashion community with her youthful, eclectic styles. This spring, the American icon will give Style viewers unprecedented access to her life with daughter Lulu on the docu-series XOX, Betsey Johnson.

I've been a fan of Betsey's since the early 80's and everything she does has drama, so I'm thrilled that someone is finally filming her life!

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May 06, 2013

Clementine Shoes Hosts Local Hat-Maker Izzie Lewis for Flower Making Demo

On Saturday, May 11th, Izzie Lewis will be at Clementine Shoes teaching attendees the very techniques she uses to make fabric flowers. Considering that this is happening the day before Mother’s Day, this would be a great way to create a lasting bouquet for Mom.