Denim may not have been invented in the United States, yet jeans and denim-wear have become a distinctly “American” look. It has symbolized the working class, counterculture, and youthfulness for generations. The styling and cut have changed over the years, while the heart and soul of denim has stayed the same. In denim, there is the promise of change and … Read More
Farm to Fashion – The Importance of Fair Trade
As human beings, many share similar paths in life: we graduate high school, go to college, land our dream job, get married, and have children. For the most part, these milestones are achievable, depending on where you live in the world and your circumstances. Throughout our life journey, we accumulate things. However, many of us don’t think about where our … Read More
Fashion Industry: Evolution Not Revolution
Throughout my career in the apparel industry, I have been designing and developing fashion lines for clients. Guiding my advice on direction and decisions has been a straightforward phrase: fashion is evolution, not revolution. Today, this phrase rings more accurate than ever, crystalizing the core foundations of success for the fashion industry in our push to a post-COVID world. Lectures, … Read More
There Is No Place Like Home | The effects of COVID-19
A Global Perspective Working for a global apparel company based in St. Louis, MO, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are felt locally in our city, nationally across the United States, and around the world. Being British, I remain connected with family and friends in the UK who share similar fears and concerns, which brings us closer together at this … Read More
Stars Design Group Headquarters Completion in St. Louis, MO
ST. LOUIS August 15, 2018 Earlier this year, Stars Design Group (SDG) purchased and began renovation on their new headquarters at 1301 Gravois Ave. in St. Louis, MO which is now complete. Don’t be surprised if SDG’s new building catches your eye while passing through Historic Soulard. This distinct building, designed by SDG’s Partner/CEO Bret Schnitker with Architect Robert Wagstaff-Urban … Read More