Anara Original Ring giveaway!

I will be giving away an Anara Original ring to one lucky winner! Anara Original is a custom design house based in Delaware. This piece will definitely make a statement with any outfit. All you have to do is post a comment with your email address and follow Anara Original on facebook or twitter. The winner will have to post a picture of themselves wearing the ring on either their facebook or twitter.

The winner will be selected randomly on July 31st.

Interview with Abby and Katie of Smak Parlour

Photo Courtesy of smakparlour.com

Abby and Katie, best friends since high school, created their own clothing line at a very young age. They created something that is uniquely them and uniquely Philly. They opened their Old City boutique in 2005 and their website followed in 2011. Recently I was able to ask them some questions.

1. What college did you both attend?

Drexel University

2. What made you start your own line?

A passion for design and fashion and a love of entrepreneurship.

3. What do you do to find inspiration?

We find inspiration from each other, as corny as that sounds. We've developed a unified and distinctive aesthetic through the years. We design and carry what we want to wear and hope other people want it too!

Split neck dress, 76.00 smakparlour.com

4. Is it hard being business partners and friends?

No. We've been bf's and practically inseparable since we were 16 years old. We fundamentally understand each other and work very well together.

5. Why start a boutique in Philadelphia?

We love Philly and feel that the girls of Philly needed some SMAK. Old City is a great spot for us being amongst other indie boutiques.

6. Is there a chance that you will open another location?

In the future, maybe, but [we're] not thinking about that now. We're devoting all of our spare time and energy to the website.

7. What is some advice that you could give to people who want to get into the business?

Its hard work to own a shop and design clothing. You put in long hours and have to be sure you're willing to put in the work and time required in order to be an entrepreneur! We wouldn't trade it for anything though.

If you have a passion and a dream, go for it. There were many people that didn't believe we could do it on our own and actually be successful. Its scary taking the plunge but you only live once (don't listen to dream- crushers).

Old City Store

You can shop their collection on their website smakparlour.com

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American Apparel: Hipster Chic

I have never understood American Apparel. Its hard to understand who their demographic with their Cosby sweaters, 80's hair bands and body suits, and high prices. I never took the store seriously. If I ever needed an 80's workout costume, I would go to this store. Flashdance anyone? Not to mention some of their ads show more skin than a Victoria's Secret catalouge.

Then it hit me. American Apparel is so out dated and uncool that it is cool. The only explanation is that it is aimed towards hipsters. Who else would find all this spandex appealing?

Blogging event

Next Saturday I will be at the PNK Elephant on South St for the Walk the Talk event. This is the second year for this event but it is the first time that I will be attending. It should be fun. Hope to see you all there!

Fairest of them All?

Skirt -Blouse- Blazer- Heels

Today the new film Snow White and the Huntsmen was released. I don't think you know how much I hate Kirsten Stewart. The girl has no idea how to keep her mouth shut, which is the same mouth that does not know how to smile.

Recently though I was pleasantly surpised when I saw what she wore to the LA premiere of the movie. I am OBSESSED with this outfit. It is all Stella McCartney and I love it. This outfit is way different from all the other outfits that Kirsten has worn to other premeiers. Good for you Kirsten. You must have hired a stylist.

Schiap wears Prada

Schiap wears Prada by karalynfactor featuring cross body handbags

Prada strappy sandals
$890 - bergdorfgoodman.com

Havaianas flip flops
£22 - bankfashion.co.uk

Prada shoes
illtakeboth.com

Prada cross body handbag
$795 - bergdorfgoodman.com

Diamond cocktail ring
jewelry.1stdibs.com

How far is too far?

Photo shefinds.com

This dress was put on Etsy.com by Greek designer Lina Petrauskiene. Yes that is a giant cutout on the ass. Nothing better than showing off your best feature, your crack. What might be more surprising is that someone actually bought it. The question is, would you be that daring? Can you even go out in public with this legally? Of course this brings back memories of Rose McGowan's backless dress she wore out with Marilyn Manson.

You can find more by this designer on her esty site.