April 07, 2014

Shop With a Purpose

April 07, 2014/ Annie

No bites of my life? Don't be alarmed, I'm taking a break from my Monday morning "bites" post to tell you about something way more exciting. I’m talking about Warby Parker’s new special edition collaboration that is being launched today!

When Warby Parker contacted me seeing if I would be interested in helping spread the word about their collab, I was more than happy to; not two mention the new frames are fantastic. Warby Parker teamed up with Architecture for Humanity to celebrate their 15th anniversary by designing two new streamlined frames. Both of these companies are admired for their graciousness of giving back. Architecture for Humanity works to make improvements in vulnerable communities, so kids and individuals have a safe place to learn and live. Similarly, Warby Parker built their company with the mission that for every pair of glasses sold; they will give a pair of glasses to someone in need.

Architecture for Humanity hit close to home when I found out they partnered with FEMA to help rebuild homes in Moore, Oklahoma. I watched live last summer as the tornadoes ripped through the town in my home state, leaving people and families homeless.

The Architecture for Humanity collaboration features one pair of eyeglasses in two colors, and one pair of sunglasses. They went with an architecture approach by using materials that are built to last.

all images c/o Warby Parker

I have my eye on those aviators. I used to have a pair of glasses similar to the Fowlers and loved how classic and timeless they were. The three frames are all only $145.

Shop with a purpose by choosing Warby Parker. A portion of these glasses will go to the Arch for Humanity foundation and as always a pair will be donated by WP to someone in need. I love getting to share about these great products and even better companies. I hope you check out the special collection!

Annie

p.s. Check out

Kathleen's post on Warby Parker's Spectrum Sun line.

April 04, 2014

Kick it With Kindah

April 04, 2014/ Annie

I'm having a major product crush on Kindah Khalidy. Kindah is an artist and painter living in California. Her patterns and products are designed in house and all homemade. The bright colors and abstract patterns are perfect for spring and summer. Kindah Khalidy's line features big and small clutches, silk scarves and printed pillows. One of her clutches is high on my want list but I don't know how I'm going to choose.

I'll take one of each. Seriously though, how great are these? I'm leaning toward the bold clutch with the tassel zipper, but I'm a sucker for cutesy and it's hard to resist her ice cream pattern.

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Pillow

Ice Cream small clutch

Fold over mini clutch

You can find the rest of Kindah's line here! You should also follow on Instagram to get updates on all her pretties!

Annie

February 20, 2014

Brand Crush on Ban.do

February 20, 2014/ Annie

I'm crushing on Ban.do; the cutest, funnest, flirtiest hair accessory line. We sell some of their cutie products at the shop where I work and I can't help but try on and mess around with their goodies every time I work. They are based out of L.A. and are constantly coming up with new "have fun hair accessories."

Being the text, type and image junky that I am, I'm also crushing on the branding and design of Ban.do The fonts and graphics they use are so girly and whimsical.

My hair decided to revolt against me and has started breaking creating these unwanted bang things. I'm going through an awkward stage trying to repair and grow them out, so I've been looking for different ways to pull them back. Their bobbi pins and hair clips are the perfect way to disguise my awkward stage hair.

mint and polka dot $20/peony and silver $10/gold & turquoise $10/good, bad and rad $15

One of my favorite products are their Girl Talk headbands. These little pink metal headbands come in a variety from birthday to bachelorette party. They have wrap headbands, hair ties, flower hair clips and more!