Books: The Tote Bag

The Tote Book by Jitesh Patel is out now. We just got our copy and were pleasantly surprised by the cover which folds out into a tote bag, the fun layout of the book, and all the interesting designs within. Get your copy here!

TREND | Dream Weaver

Alexander McQueen | Gucci | Sally England

Clever adaptations to the traditional art of weaving modernize this age-old craft. From glow-in-the-dark macrame to basket weave stiletto boots, these woven wonders gain fresh appeal.

Continuing Trend | Celestial Prints

Timo Weiland, Erdem, Chrisopher Kane, Limi Feu

It's not a new trend, but after a story Style.com did yesterday on celestial prints, we thought we'd re-open this file. On the Fall 11 runways, Timo Weiland and Erdem showed some murky celestial-like prints, and we found a Mimi Feu dress that seems to be directly influenced by that iconic and much sought-after celestial collection from Christopher Kane.

Book: Pattern Design & Beyond

Official Press Release:

PATTERN DESIGN & BEYOND: An Insider’s Guide to Creating and Managing Your Own Surface Design Career

by Claudia Brown & Jessie Whipple Vickery of Pattern People

How do you turn your love for patterns into a functional business? Claudia Brown and Jessie Whipple Vickery of surface design studio, Pattern People, share their insider secrets in the new e-book, Pattern Design & Beyond: An Insider’s Guide to Creating and Managing Your Own Surface Design Career. With how-to pattern design guides, a thorough break-down of how the print industry operates, and loads of helpful resources, this publication provides a wealth of information for the burgeoning surface designer. The book also showcases over 80 international artists whose work illustrates the many print styles found in the market. Pattern Design & Beyond is an inspirational guide for students, professionals or anyone else with an appreciation for pattern design.

Get More Details and Buy it Here.

Gifts and Tablewares - 7 W Spotlights Garden and Outdoor Dining & Entertaining

Gifts and Tablewares - 7 W Spotlights Garden and Outdoor Dining & Entertaining

AW11 | Tata Naka

Tata Naka AW11 | vintage bark cloth

Escape to 1950s Americana in the new collection from Tata Naka. Retro bark cloth inspired prints with a vintage Las Vegas nightlife feel give the clothing a whimsical appeal.

Fall 11: Hot Plaids

Moschino Cheap and Chic, Peter Pilotti, Thakoon, Marni

Plaids are still going strong and this season there are some bright plaids and some interesting executions, as with Marni. Deconstruct it, saturate it, mix it up, but don't neglect the plaid for your upcoming trend directions!