LOCAL: Building a Creative Community
When we first put together the idea of Designers Collective, we wanted to fill a void in our local design community. We knew that there were (and still are!) so many talented makers just emerging into the market or trying to reach a wider audience. As designers, we felt a kinship with our fellow creatives and decided to organize a series of Pop Up shops to give these local makers a physical space to showcase their product lines.The ease of...
Fall Style Picks
As the weather shifts from the radiance of the summer sun to the darker rainy mornings of October, we recognize our wardrobes need a shift as well. So what to wear? We have a few ideas to spur your own creativity and imagination with your attire. Weekend Getaway by brooke123-817 featuring avon shoes Cut loose top 27 CAD - zaful.comAvon shoes 31 CAD - avon.comCÉLINE pocket tote 3,180 CAD - shopunder.com Weekend tank tops and flip flops have to be retired for another year as our soft cozy sweaters make their way...
Spring Style
Spring StyleAs Spring is here, it is not only time to change things inside our homes but it is time to put away our winter woolies and break out the tee shirts and lighter wear. We have pulled together some choices for casual wear that we think suit this change of season. It is quite warm already but we are including outer wear and long sleeves for the chillier days but we think these outfits could morph into summer wear...
Friday Fun: Design Influences
Design InfluencesAs a designer, I know that everything that surrounds us is influential. None of us design in a bubble. It goes without saying that the more you experience the world, the more design will factor in your life. Influences and inspirations can come from a variety of places as you can see below. They can come from architecture, holidays, food, fashion, the environment, nature, and the list goes on. Sometimes it is hard to determine what came first, the...
Timeless Holiday Style: 6 Items Straight from your Closet
Timeless Holiday StyleHo ho ho, the holidays are here! T’is the season to be merry and fashionable. But wait, do you really have the time or energy to go out shopping for yourself? Well, luckily we’ve compiled a list that will allow you to shop your own closet this year without racking up the credit card or wasting your precious energy. Get your own timeless holiday style with these 6 items you can pull straight from your closet. A Mid-Calf Length...
What’s Right With This Room?
What’s Right With This Room?It’s time again for What’s Right With This Room. We’ve done a few blogs now about What’s Wrong With This Room, but have only done one about What’s Right. So, let’s delve into some photos and see if we can see what really works in these images.I like this image below. The board wall that has been painted out, adds a nice rustic feel but has a contemporary vibe because it has been painted white. The...
May Inspires Me
May Inspires MeIt’s already well into May. The blossoms are out and some are even fading already as the bulbs make their way to the surface to see the light of Spring. As I go for my morning runs now, the air is still cool but the sun is often trying to warm the earth and soothes me as I run. The air has a sweet smell that is just delicious and the birds are singing more as they...