Local Designer Series: Handmade Leather Good Line Launched in Detroit
Husband and wife duo Shane and Melissa Douglas started with a passion for handmade leather goods, which blossomed into Douglas & Co. Detroit. Their goal: to create leather products as beautiful as the people who surrounded them in the city of Detroit. Each item created by Douglas & Co. Detroit is a labor of love deeply rooted in the city as 100% of their manufacturing process takes place locally. We spoke with Shane and got the scoop on their luxe new line that launched this
Two Shows in One Full Day of Fashion at the 10th Edition Walk Fashion Show
Midtown on Saturday, November 22. More than 2,000 fashionistas will be mixing and mingling at the event, which showcases models, designers and entertainers from around the country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. for the Emerging Designer Showcase, and shortly after, the Walk University Kid’s Showcase will start. Doors open for the second show at 7 p.m., with the Independent Designer Showcase starting at 8 p.m. The Independent Designer Showcase will feature Lyudviga Couture, Ashl
Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide
Sometimes, it’s the smallest gifts that are the most difficult to find. Stocking stuffers, while they can certainly be merry and bright, can also turn into a waste of money and effort as gift-givers search for cheap, often throwaway items to fill up loved-ones’ stockings. Give an abundance of small gifts that are fun and/or useful with our curated guide of stuffer essentials. Ladies 1. The Wine Deck Cards, $16, C. Wonder, 248.649.6536. 2. Starbucks VIA Ready Brew $8, Starbuck
Oh, Shop It: Detroiter Moves Back to Build Cosmetic Company
Former Detroiter Melissa Butler recently moved back from Brooklyn and brought her business with her. While working in New York City on Wall Street for the last six years, she launched her own lipstick line The Lip Bar. "I was really inspired by the rejuvenation and rebirth of Detroit," Melissa says. "The reality is New York City didn’t need me. Detroit needs me." The Lip Bar was created out of frustration with the options available on the market, which tends to contain toxins
Oh, Shop It: Handmade Leather Goods Line Launches in Detroit
Shane and Melissa Douglas have launched a handmade leather goods manufacturing business, Douglas & Co. Detroit. To celebrate, Douglas & Co. Detroit will host a preview party from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 22 at Nora Modern, and the event is open to the public. “The establishment of Douglas & Co. Detroit is a dream come true for us, and we are thrilled to bring high-quality leather products to the marketplace for people to enjoy,” Melissa said. Douglas & Co. Detroit
Industry Spotlight: Fashion Business Consultant Shares How to Grow a Fashion Business
When it comes to the fashion and creative worlds, Andrea Rosenfeld has done it all. She’s a fine artist, maker, designer, educator and consultant, and has worked in various areas of the industry. With her bountiful knowledge, we couldn’t wait to pick her brain on the business of fashion. Tell us about yourself and your history in the creative industries. Firstly, I’d like to thank DG3 for this opportunity to discuss how I support our creative community. I admire your mission
Oh, Shop It: Somerset Collection’s New Website Offers Access to International Brands and Trends
Image from Somerset Collection Get exclusive runway show access and industry news and trends from around the world with Somerset Collection’s newly launched website, “The Perfect 10.” The website, which features apparel, accessories, home décor and more, will rotate monthly, and when guests purchase one of the 10, they will receive a $10 Somerset Collection gift card. “Somerset Collection is where the world’s leading brands and retailers introduce the newest trends to the Mic
Do It: This Weekend’s Fashion, Beauty and Style Events that Are Not To Be Missed
Image from Library Street Collective Bliss*: Living Fabulous Not Frantic | Thursday, November 13 Discover how to find the balance in the barrage of busy living at BLAC Detroit’s event featuring the Editor-in-Chief of Essence Magazine and a distinguished panel of experts. At the Garden Theatre at 6 p.m., start the evening off right with cocktails hors d’oeuvres and entertainment and then focus in on how to master the art of managing endless emails, abundant appointments and ov
DG3’s Gift Guide for Guys: Part 1
Guys can be hard to shop for, unless they tell you they specifically want a game for their new PlayStation 4 (which, let’s face it, you’d be on the fence about getting for them anyway). When choosing something for you dad, brother or significant other, it’s good to think about what they do on a daily basis, the kind of tech accessories they have and what their homes looks like. For this gift guide, we’ve assembled a collection of items that not only look sleek but also fit in
Oh, Shop It: Lawrence Hunt Creates a Functional and Fashionable Dress Shirt
Inspired by the game shirts in Major League Baseball, Jeff Schattner, a CPA from Royal Oak, wanted to create a professional dress shirt that is professional, lightweight and would feel great throughout the day. Lawrence Hunt was established in 2014 and has exceeded its Kickstarter goal of $15,000 to begin manufacturing the shirts. The shirts blends 100% cotton with moisture-wicking athletic-wear for the underarm area that is 100% polyester and uses Body Care and Quick Dry fun
