Prep Musings
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Jan 13, 2013
Blade + Blue: Behind the Brand
Read more →We love finding new designers and we could not be more thrilled to have discovered Blade + Blue. A few months ago we were searching for neckties to add to our collection and got in touch with Peter, owner/designer of Blade + Blue. We were instantly impressed with Peter's superior customer service and passion for his brand. In our interview, Peter talks about his background and what we can expect to see in the future. What is your background? How and when did you start designing? It wasn't until just a few years ago that I started to make...
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Jan 13, 2013
Interview with Anchored in Blue
Read more →Nautical ropes and preppy bows combine to create the perfect bracelet. We instantly fell in love with the designs by Anchored in Blue. Launched in September 2012, this new brand has plans in the works for more preppy products coming this Spring/Summer. What is your background? How and when did you start designing? I have always leaned more to the creative side. I just love to make things. I work in a home improvement store by day, so I am constantly immersed in that DIY-type mentality which inspires me to continue to create new things. But I really got...
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Jan 13, 2013
A Brand New Brand: Hank's Haberdashery
Read more →Hank's Haberdashery launched just a few months ago with a collection of handmade bow ties, each carefully constructed with a mix of new and vintage fabrics. Each design is hand-cut and crafted in Seattle, Washington, using only natural fibers. Erin, the designer behind the brand, talks about her background and what we can expect to see from Hank's Haberdashery in the future. What is your background? How and when did you start designing? My mother taught me to sew at a young age and I grew up dabbling in a variety of textile arts. I started designing bow...
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Dec 12, 2012
Holiday Gifting: For the Host/Hostess
Read more →Take a deep breath. You still have a solid 11.5 shopping days before Christmas. Feel better? Ok, well not to scare you again but if you've been invited somewhere for the holidays, whether it's to a coworker's dinner party or brunch at your in-laws' place, you should probably think about bringing a little gift. We put ourselves in your shoes and searched for some unique gift ideas to make you look like a gracious guest. A Heirloom's State series cutting boards are made from 100% rapidly renewable bamboo and are great gifts for the home. Add a little heart or...
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Nov 29, 2012
Holiday Gifting
Read more →Finding the perfect gift is a daunting task. Gift certificates seem impersonal and buying clothing always seems too personal. Whether you're shopping for your boss, best friend or significant other, these unique, personalized ideas will make the holidays extra-special. Take the impersonal feeling out of giving a gift certificate with Wantful. You create a custom gift book choosing 12 curated products that match the personality of the recipient. They discover the products and choose the one they like the most. Various price options are available, from $30 to $500 and everything in between. For the adventurous recipient, Excitations provides unique...
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Nov 14, 2012
Curating Style Spotlight
Read more →A huge thanks to Jess at Curating Style for the recent spotlight! Co-founder, Amy, was interviewed about her vision for 5-Knots and what members can expect to see in the coming months. See the full interview here. Continue to follow us as we curate more preppy collections blending top designers with unique, one-of-a-kind finds.