easy breezy

Lucia Squillari of Larimeloom makes such simple and understated garments that look breezy and comfortable. Her items was also mostly one of a kind - and made entirely from scratch without patterns. I like the way it gives the message of being 'too cool to care'. 

Clockwise from left: (1) Breeze chiffon dress; (2) Pleated wrap skirt; (3) Brown Bread and Wine cotton dress; and (4) Black jersey strappy shrug

everyone needs a cute tee shirt

The dress code for me these days is 'business attire' or 'office wear', and while it may be fun to dress up spiffily, I also miss the days when I could just throw on a cool tee shirt over jeans. Then Dogbone Art comes along and tempts me with its quirky and humourous hand screen printed tees (sigh). If you love the tee shirt designs but can't fit it into your more subdued dress code, worry not as there are also child sizes and toddle onesies that allows you to live vicariously through any children in your family. Alternatively, there are also attractive eco bags and plushies, among others.

and now for foresty friends

It was only previously that we featured monsters for plushies, and now it's time for forest animals! The Chestnut Farmer uses these creatures of lush woods as a common thread in his work, what with wearables, handy pouches and even large plushies along this theme. Particularly interesting are his range of Wood Wheely Action Figures, which he describes as half vehicle and half doll.

block coloured twists

Clothes in block colours are always a staple in any closet because they are so easy to match and simple to throw on. But it's hard to find a top that won't look too basic as to be commonplace. Replicca Clothing Company is a great option for a more unique take on otherwise basic colours, with interesting collars and cuts and splashes of colour in the right places. Beyond that, there are also fun, patterned apparel available. Replicca Clothing Company is run by independent designer Rebecca Duyzer and based in Hamilton, Ontario.

this is the story of a girl

The cool thing about items featuring drawings of girls, is that you can often find one to your liking because it seems to tell your story. Which is the coolest thing about The Rabbiteur, whose shoes are painted with such fantastical images of girls that there's definitely one that represents you. She also has other designs not of female characters, such as the the retro Rabbit Feet (bottom left) and Little Red Dots (bottom right). Oh and if you can't get enough of her existing designs, she happens to offer customisation too!

coo, shoes.

Em and Sprout gives a whole new take on the meaning of cute shoes, quite literally. Simple footwear is embellished with sparkles, fabric and felt to create cute little personalities for your feet. And yes they are for adults! The only trouble is having the guts to wear them out of the house as they are sure to invite looks! Oh and custom orders are accepted too. 

Top: (1) Lady bug mary janes ; (2) Sparkly strawberry shoes

Above: (3) Panda Shoes (unisex); (4) Gloomy bear mary jane shoes

flora and fauna

Alena Hennessy is an artist whose is hugely influenced by nature and this is beautifully reflected in her array of products that range from prints and paintings, to feminine apparel and totes, even to home furnishings like pillow cases.

The bright white bird sculpture (top left) is available in various colours and may be suspended from the ceiling - which I think will look great especially if you have an empty spot in your house that has a particularly high ceiling. Top right - Milla sea + sky tote bag, and Growth (wall art) (bottom right). Scarves generally look about the same to me, but certainly not this one! - bottom left, the organic Flora Scarf.

a breezy kind of chic

Kaliber is fashion designer based in Berlin, Germany, and all her pieces exude a vibe that is relaxed yet chic. I especially like the interesting shape of the circular shoulder bag, of which you can find in various fabrics and colours.

dresses and buttons

Eleanor Rot has great dresses that would make any fashionista look effortlessly chic: they are simple yet well-cut. She has also a variety of bags and scarves in store, and a wide range of fabric brooches made from various one-of a kind fabrics folded and pleated into the shape of a flower.

Clockwise from left: (1) Dress // Kleid; (2) Flowerbutton // Blumenanstecker; (3) Red Dress and (4) Scarf with flowerbutton.