Lika Steel — the fashion designer behind an eponymous brand full of sustainably chic and vintage-inspired designs — debuted her first bridal collection at a recent gathering of fashion-minded people at Flip ‘n Art gallery. You can be sure those in attendance were thrilled to be at an in-person event and it was a fashionable hit. “I would love to… View Post
Loriza Ibarra is the founder and creative director of reFIND, an Austin, TX headquartered virtual marketplace where sustainable brands can build intentional relationships with shoppers, share their missions and foster communities to grow their businesses. Even though the company is in its infancy, Ibarra has always been eco-conscious. “Living in a Mexican household, I grew up doing very resourceful …… View Post
Austin is home to many well-known fashion brands, including Outdoor Voices (since 2017), with its apparel for recreation. This month, a partnership between OV and Nordstrom was announced, as this activewear brand can now be found in eight different Nordstrom stores across the U.S. and on Nordstrom.com. The collection includes a variety of sporty and stylish pieces, such as The… View Post
There’s a popular and endearing saying in Austin, describing a person or business that has deep roots in the community. If you’re deemed an “Austin original,” you have earned a beloved title, and one local boutique, The Garden Room, has earned the right to be in that category. Owner Patty Hoffpauir’s retail vision to provide fashionable looks for Austin women… View Post
Written by Kelsie Davis. Fashion folks are social and love every aspect of attending events and supporting our industry. It’s a fact that every Austin fashion brand and business has been affected by the pandemic and forced to make some challenging business decisions since Spring. But for one local business, things are looking up. The Austin School of Fashion Design… View Post