Archive for April 2008
Apr 23 2008
Eco Chic
Mint Main - 2 years ago - Kathryn Lovell
“It’s not easy being green.”
Kermit the Frog
| Happy (belated) Earth Day! Even though Earth Day was yesterday, it’s still the season to consider the environment and make earth friendly choices. In some arenas that’s easy- I’m happy to use biodegradable dish soap and not wash my car. But in other areas, like fashion, it’s traditionally been a little tougher. Fortunately, eco chic has come a long way in the last few years. You might want to add a little ‘green’ dress to your spring shopping list.
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Jewels  Move over emeralds, there’s a new green stone in town. When my sister and I were little we thought beach glass was from mermaid dishware and would collect it. Now, Coke bottles, wine bottles and lucky pieces of beach glass are being made into stunning jewelry.
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Bamboo  Bamboo is getting a ton of press right now as the sustainable fiber of the future. And there are a number of things to love about – it’s naturally antibacterial, antifungal and antistatic. All of which make it great for close fitting garments.
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Cotton  Cotton accounts for 40% of global fiber production and 18% of pesticide usage world wide. But the good news is organic cotton is gaining ground and showing up in everything from sheets to denim. The next time you’re buying jeans or t-shirts, consider looking for an organic tag.
One of the easiest ways to be green is to reuse items. If your closet spring cleaning leaves you with a pile of professional clothing, considering donating them to a program that helps individuals reenter the work force. Here are a few organizations, Wardrobe for Opportunity, A Minor Miracle and Dress for Success. And, athletic shoes can go to Nike’s recycle program or One World Running. |
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Apr 9 2008
Father Fashion
Mint Main - 2 years ago - Kathryn Lovell
“Fashions fade, style is eternal.”
Yves Saint Laurent, 1940 – 2008
| As a stylist I am often asked how I got started. Thanks to my family I can honestly say I have had a life time of training. My dad taught my friends and me how to walk in heels and encouraged my love of textiles. As an entrepreneur, he taught me how to keep going, but not when to give up. Today is his birthday and in honor of that, I thought I would share some of his fashion advice. Happy Birthday Dad!
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Jeans  My dad’s worn Levi’s 501s for 50+ years and is a firm believer in the independence and optimism represented by denim. Miners, cowboys, movies stars and First Ladies were all dressed by Levi Strauss, a Bavarian immigrant. From solitary confinement in a Havana jail to a night on the town, you’ll be perfectly dressed in a good pair of jeans. A bootcut leg is universally flattering and works with heels, flats or boots.
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Sun  He was diagnosed with melanoma when I was in junior high and had big chunk cut out of his arm. The lesson was pretty clear: stay out of the sun or risk visible permanent scarring, not to mention premature aging and death. So slather on some sunblock and wear a hat if you’re going to be sitting outside. And take advantage of the free skin cancer screenings next month to get a quick once over.
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Side Slits  According to my dad, side slit skirts and suicide doors are the sexiest combination around. Suicide doors are hard to come by these days, but you can easily pick up a side slit skirt. And you should- the side view of a leg is attractive on everyone. Plus, they offer a safe range of motion that allows you to get on the bus without flashing everyone in line behind you.
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I'm Kathryn Lovell, aka "Kathryn the Stylist". I've designed, sewn, repaired and restored. I've been a buyer, merchandiser, sales associate and retail consultant. I've coordinated fashion shows and costumes for theater productions. I've been a key note speaker, emcee and a corporate presenter. And I've been a stylist for almost a decade. Whew!
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