Rarely does one put leather and eco-friendly fashion in the same sentence.  Then came along Diamantina, a Washington, DC-based leather handbag company that righteously claims sustainability as its moniker.
“I’m not going to tell you that leather production is completely free of toxins. ” Claudia Diamante says about her leather handbags.  “However, the leather we use [...]

Aptly timed with fall’s beckoning presence, Neiman Marcus at Mazza Gallerie hosted an evening of Fall 2010 fashion trends courtesy of two DC resident fashionistas — Andrea Rodgers of Ask Miss A and model Katie Rost who each styled models with six of their favorite fall looks.
Rodgers, an admitted Chanel aficionado, opted for classic, tailored [...]

In the art world, contemporary American artist Robert Ryman is revered for his use of mix-media, the fashion community can say the same for the impressionable Jason Wu.  The two worlds paid their respects in a special one-night only event as part of the After 5 series at The Phillips Collection. The Museum partnered [...]

Last Thursday, DC fashionistas transformed their government attire from conservative to glam with one necklace.  Laetitia Stanfield, one-half of the duo design team behind Roarke NYC, showcased the fall collection of bib necklaces, bracelets and garters in the chic confines of Napoleon Bistro in Adams Morgan.
The event brought out mom and local supporters of the [...]

Since the success of Fashion for Paws, there has been a surge in philanthropic fashion events in Washington, which is great for Washington fashionistas. On May 25th, The Woolly Mammoth Theater transformed itself into Bryant Park for the DKNY Spring 2010 collection as part of the second annual Couture for a Cure.  Founders DC United’s [...]

The French-American Chamber of Commerce will host an evening of French fashion on May 27th from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at the National Museum of Women in the Arts.
Half of all proceeds from the event will benefit Dress for Success, a non-profit that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women.
Elizabeth Gibbens of Bayou Muse will present ensembles from the theme ”Vintage to [...]

The Greater Washington Fashion Chamber of Commerce (GWFCC) has spent the last year hobnobbing with the politicos to draw their attention to the district’s fashion interests.  Their efforts have recently paid off with the formation of the Congressional Apparel Manufacturing and Fashion Business Caucus.  To celebrate, the GWFCC in collaboration with Fashion Washington, DC50 home [...]

Everyone has a definition of “comfortable” wear.  For some it is a breezy cotton dress that moves with them and another a fitted velour tracksuit.  We’ll withhold judgment on the latter, but consensus says there is nothing better than the feel and simplicity of a basic tee.
Unlike other garments, the tee translates across socio-economic boundaries; [...]

Next Sunday, we celebrate the family matriarch with breakfast-in-bed, flowers, or a long-awaited phone call.  Mother’s Day is payback day.  After years of being told to turn off the lights when not in the room or wearing hand-me-downs, you’ve become the poster child for environmental stewardship.  Thank her with an eco-friendly gift.
Give her that Calgon [...]

Menswear designer Michael Warren feels the weight of a house on his shoulders.  The 26- year-old designer hails from a family of trendsetters, following their lead to create a smart collection of the ultimate men’s accessory: the bowtie.
The DC native affectionately labeled his line, michaelTHOMAS, after his cousin, Thomas.  “michaelTHOMAS is the direct extension of [...]