August 11, 2016
In
C'est Ma Vie
By
tamia
Two fashion designers, a magazine publisher, a communications diva, a multi-purpose music studio founder, a furniture design outfit, a Copy Director, a design studio, an online sales mogul, and a Social Innovation Specialist later, and season two of the Creative City podcast is a wrap!
Season 3 starts September 21st, so sign up for the mailing list to stay ahead of the game. I really love talking to all these amazing folks about what makes them
August 4, 2016
In
Shopping
By
tamia
The weather was on the verge of a downpour the first time I stepped into months-old Hyde Park shop Ossie Boutique. I'd been suspiciously eyeing the navy blue clouds overhead when an aMAHzing gold metallic vest called out to me as I passed by the window. I knew I had to find out more.
The shop, co-owned by Meredith Borchers and her mother, gets its name from fashion designer Ossie Clark, whose presence and aesthetic they
July 22, 2016
In
Shopping
By
tamia
For some reason (I dunno, SUMMER?) my passing interest in lunettes de soleil has taken a turn and blossomed into a full-blown problem. I started the season with two pairs, and have somehow, against my will and better judgment, accumulated all of the above, including a fancy schmancy prescription transitions pair.
I figure while I’m at it and the sun is still shining, why not go whole hog and create a full-on sunglass wardrobe?
SHOP IT!
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July 19, 2016
In
Personal Style
By
tamia
My favorite vintage Afghan necklace was calling out for something embroidered and/or fringe-y to go with it, so I picked up this perfect Pepin tee at Sloane’s garage sale. I promise I shop other places, but your girl is all about a good deal, mmkay?
Vintage choker from The Little Mahatma, woven mini-bag from Kilimanjaro African Heritage
I wore it with high-waisted Madewell jeans I chopped off and heavy drop earrings that I can only wear
July 13, 2016
In
Personal Style
By
tamia
It’s hot out hurr, but leave it to me to sweat my way through the heat wave in my favorite color combo and bracelet-as-choker contraption.
I picked up this breezy little top on sale at Sloane, and guys, the sales right now are INSANE. Now is the time to shop for the trendy little pieces you couldn’t convince yourself to invest in at full price, or that high end item you couldn't really afford otherwise.
