Above JADEtribe owner, Kim Hartman discusses her favorite south east Asian stays with Vogue magazine, which got our minds focused on the warmer days ahead. JADEtribe uses organic and hand loomed textiles to create ethically chic bags and baubles. Our favorite? A funky striped beach bag that can be worn as a crossbody or carried as a tote. With summer right around the corner, its a must.
With warmer days around the corner we're loving vibrant patterns to brighten our winter wares. Layered pieces from Rory Becca are given instant love with technicolor totes from Stela 9, while layered Isolliani & Vanessa Mooney baubles look effortless paired with easy hamil dress and rargo blazer from Etoile Isabel Marant. Sunny spring, here we come.
Traveling the world in search of recycled textiles, precious stones and ethical leather, the husband and wife duo behind Stela9 have created a line of vibrant and eco chic handcrafted handbags. Stop by theshop & check out the goods.
Looking for a little old-school glamour this New Year? Slip on a bauble designed by Australian designer Samantha Wills and you will definitely be ready for your close up! We are totally enchanted with her collection of bangles, rings and necklaces that are intricately detailed, embossed and set with gorgeous stones & crystals. Each piece arrives with it's own wood carved box, for safe keeping of your favorite trinkets. Swoon.
Luxe leather that is wears and tears perfectly on a daily basis! In shop now, fitted jackets with ribbed contrast panel for extra movement and roomy, lightweight totes and messanger bags.
Leather jackets, in smoky grey and taupe, by Muubaa. Striped cotton sweaters by Splendid. Leather shopper in shimmerred black and gold by Monserat De Lucca.
This week we loved colorful, well-tailored pieces paired with vibrant accessories. Purple twill skinny jeans by J Brand!? Flattering, cute and shockingly easy to pull off. A denim dress with nipped in waist by Isabel Marant will be forever chic and smoky leather twin pack bag by Jas M.B. is a classic, seasonless piece.
Several stunning new collections arrived this week, and we are having quite the jewelry moment. House favorite Iosselliani is a line that is hand-crafted in Italy, and blew our minds this season with technicolor gem and crystal bracelets, necklaces and broaches. Ombre fringe earrings and necklaces are updated with dark jewels, and we're literally planning outfits around the buggy broach!
LA based Sashi sent over layers and layers of gold and silver nugget necklaces - to be worn as bracelets if you wish. Vanessa Mooney's colorful bangles and necklaces are fun, sultry and so easy to throw on with a sweater and jeans.
Layer in a few Chan Luu wrap bracelets, worn as necklaces, and you'll have your own jewelry moment.
What's your mood today? Because you could take any old tee-shirt+jeans and express your inner Seventies-Safari, Nautical, Rocker or Coachella Chic vibe with just a few accessories.
Pictured: Wrap bracelets by Chan Luu. Bags by Jas M.B., Splendid, Liebeskind Berlin, and Vintage. Belt & ring by Made Her Think. Earrings by Iosselliani. Leather shorts by La Fee Verte. Hats by Hat Attack, Scarves by Isabel Marant and Me & Kashmiere. Denim by Hudson.
What's on your list of essentials for Spring? We're coveting a colorful Spring sweater, bell bottom jeans, long skirts, tiny bags, ombre jewelry and cozy flats. Check out our round-up for Philadelphia Magazine, here.
At first glance, printed silk pants & long skirts are a bit intimidating for Spring, no? But look further and you'll see they are rather easy to wear. Pair either trend with a neutral, streamlined top and you've got an ensemble that looks pretty fabulous and feels pretty casual.
That said, we have a huge crush on this little silk number from Rodebjer - the poppy print goes well with black, and the silk 'shorts' liner is quite cheeky. Love. Pick up your own pair here.
Silk pant by Rodebjer. Black top by James Perse. Sugi bag by local line Astrid.
Chiffon skirt by Maggie Ward. Drawstring leather bag by Monserrat de Lucca. Black snakeskin flats by Yosi Samra. Tops by FreePeople, and vintage.
We've carried and coveted Giles & Brother jewelry since the shop opened in 2004. It's been our go-to line for antlers, arrows & anchors that could be heavy handed or as delicate as lace, all hand tooled. The lineage of the line is even more heartwarming - created by brother & sister design due Philip and Courtney Crangi, with friends & family handling every aspect of the business. They conceive to create “refined and rough-hewn heirloom pieces” - and we think they've succeeded brilliantly.
Above, a few of our favorite pieces, plucked from the jewelry case.
Big splurge at Barnes & Noble today, scooping up favorite French fashion mag, Jalouse. The styling is always amazing - gritty and chic at the same time. Above are shots from the Winter issue - with covergirl Erin Wasson dripping in Low Luv jewelry and rocking the barely clothed look.
We've got most of the styles in house, including bracelets, bangles, triangle and envelope necklaces. Usually think of these pieces as a bit more summer-y, but piled together with Navajo and cable knit sweaters, they look pretty fierce!
Astrid bags are back in stock! Local designer and artist Anastasia Egeli has been creating amazingly cool yet casual leather goods for us for the past 2 years, under the name Astrid Handbags. Our favorites are the Sugi - a perfectly sized 'clutch' bag that has a removable brass/tonal leather strap - and the Grommet Bag, featuring drawstring closure and a touch of rocker chic.
For multiple holidays ... and nights.
Tiger dress by Eight Sixty, bag by Jas M.B., scarf by Nicholas K, & field coat by Marrakesh.
All wrap bracelets by Chan Luu, necklace by Bing Bang, bangle by LowLuv. Henley & cotton pull-on trousers by Splendid. Steely Mary Janes by Bernardo.
All styles, in house now.
Bing Bang, Anna Sheffield's line of haute-costume jewelry, offers the kind of baubles you might find in an exceptionally well-curated treasure chest.
Working out of a cozy Brooklyn studio, Anna fashions each piece in the brand’s signature aesthetic with layered sterling and brass chains, mixed metal finishes, curious charms & distressed lockets, often with bits of turquoise, pearls or Swarovski crystals.
Our first selection of Bing Bang pieces are in house now! Favorites include long, mixed metal feather necklaces, Victorian style post earrings, and silver & rose gold initial necklaces.
A few new Fall images to get you through the week.
Left: Denim jumpsuit by Etoile by Isabel Marant, with accessories by Moss Mills & Society for Rational Dress.
Right: Breezy dress by Eight-Sixty, Cotton shrug by La Fee Verte and belt by Moss Mills.
Finally ... the 1st day of Fall!
So many great shipments arrived this week, including new styles from Isabel Marant's Etoile line, and our British love, Jas M.B. The crackled leather messenger that he sent across the pond is such a great size - not too big or small, super light-weight, and the texture is great for any outfit. New Etoile pieces include the gorgeous printed dress and this soft denim jumper - which happens to be quite sexy in a utilitarian sort of way. It's easy to wear, flattering and quite versatile.
New Fall wares have been arriving in shop daily - we are beyond excited! This week's favorite has to be this amazing little shipment from Burning Torch - including gorgeous prints that can be worn year round & soft accents of faux fur.
Above: Tribal print dress & reversible dress, Burning Torch. Bags by Astrid. Grey leggings by AG Denim, jewelry by Chan Luu.
Above: Silk/cotton blouse by Burning Torch. Drawstring trouser by Isabel Marant, clogs by Matt Bernson. Jewelry by Chan Luu and bag by Astrid.
LEIGH & LUCA scarves are a house favorite - we love the luxurious, urban feel to the scarves, which are woven on antique wooden looms and produced in limited editions. They wrap around the neck beautifully and serve quite well as a shawl or beach cover up.
LEIGH & LUCA just launched a small collection of handbags, and they are as perfect as the scarves! We heart the canvas bag with chain attachment for it's versatility, durability and good price point. Check out in-shop styles below ...
The shot of pink thread through the flocked scarf on the left is so fantastic! The lighter color, cotton printed scarf on the right is fabulous on it's own, but the multi-chain 'cardigan clip' just sends it over the edge! Reminds us of the sweater clips our grandmothers always wore.
It was 103 degrees in Philadelphia today ... again. A bit hard to make a fashion statement in that kind of weather, no? But Erin Wasson's utterly cool yet very accessible jewelry line, Low Luv, makes the task a bit easier. So what if all you can bear to wear is a cotton shift dress and sandals? Pile on an armful of etched bangles and the gorgeous Aztec ring, and suddenly your look is complete.
Shown above: Moroccan cuffs, Aztec rings & Gladiator cuffs, all $28 - $64.
Lately we've had a lot of customers looking for sweet small gifts - for a birthday, graduation or 'just because'. For these occasions we love to show off the beautiful, charming and eco-sustainable wares of Jane Diaz. Jane has been collaborating with Nepalese silversmiths for over 20 years; they mine the silver themselves and hand craft each piece.
Sterling silver charm collection, as shown above, $24 - $38 each.
We are super stoked for the Chan Luu Trunkshow this Saturday (see post below), especially since the first shipment of styles arrived yesterday! We tore into the box and snapped pics of a few styles, above.
In all, the trunkshow will feature 40 or so wrap bracelet styles, summer-weight scarves in every color of the rainbow, silver and leather-cord necklaces, and lots of big, bold earring styles. All styles will be discounted for the one-day trunkshow. Stop by the shop early in the day for mimosas, cupcakes, and the best pick of this incredible selection of accessories!
The Benecio tote bag is back in stock, as soft and textured and roomy as ever. The oversized tote is surprisingly lightweight, and transforms into a messenger bag with an adjustable leather & canvas strap. Canvas interior, with compartments for all of your odds and ends.
Above: Benecio in Bone, detail. The Copper bootie in grey leather & suede, featuring inside ankle zip. Scarf by Burning Torch.
Above: Benecio in Espresso. Cathy Zip Boot in brown, featuring backside zipper. Tissue weight cashmere scarf by Me & Kashmere.
Above: Benecio in Camel. Tan bootie by Mea Shadow; scarf and belt are vintage stock.
Our spring selection of Iosselliani moved quickly, so we were stoked that a few more styles just found there way here from Italy! Featured above: sterling silver bracelet with fringe that is plated in 18kt gold, then polished in gun metal for an amazing ombre effect. Zircon and turquoise detail. 2nd Sterling silver eagle necklace, with crystal pointing upwards. 3rd Sterling silver stack of 3 rings, with crystal detail.
Great new transitional pieces arrived this weekend! I love the chambray trend this season, and this button down by Splendid is a perfect version. Super soft with great snap enclosures. Complimented by Isa bag in taupe, Chan Luu wrap bracelet, silk pants by Maggie Ward and silver tassel necklace by Victorian Hippie.
Shown above: Jersey bolero with ribbed sleeves and elastic lining. Cotton skirt with side rouching. Basic tee, James Perse. Cashmere dip-dye scarf by Chan Luu, with the Elation boot.
