The Economy and Style... must they go hand in hand?

With the economy at question mark, I imagine spending in most households has become questionable as well. Debt is at an all time high, and a lot of people are experiencing for the first time, what it means to live and spend within their means. In most countries this is the norm, however in the US and other developed countries, this is a new way of living, a new and hard concept to swallow.

Having lived both in the US and Bolivia, I have experienced both contrasting mind sets regarding consumerism and know what a huge shift the US is going though at the moment.  In Bolivia, most people don’t go shopping every weekend, and there aren’t huge discount sales on every street corner. I have yet to go “window” shopping with my girlfriends, and doubt anyone holds a credit card with a $10,000 spending limit. Life is very simple here; when the first winter breeze comes the fashionistas run out to buy a new sweater or coat, maybe both … but not a whole new wardrobe. 

I can appreciate both life styles; I love fashion and loved living in LA where there are so many pretty things to see and try on, which are always going on sale.

So, with the economy in mind, fashionistas at heart and practicality at hand, I am creating a new line which is not only beautiful and as always socially conscious… but can be worn all year long, and in many different ways. Versatile is my new theme, and I plan to make all of our new pieces Versatile, and layer friendly, so they can be worn in the spring, summer, fall or winter.

Our team of knitters loves this new concept, and is busy at work with our new collection. Here is a sneak peak of one of our finished pieces

 How many other ways can you think of wearing this beautiful Alpaca accessory? And what would you call it? We would love to hear your input, please share!

~Namaste