by Brooks | May 27, 2025 | Fashion Trends
Understanding Vintage vs. Thrifted: More Than Just Secondhand Shopping Do you know the difference between vintage vs thrifted? Let me explain…..with rising costs and new tariffs affecting retail prices, many of you are discovering the world of thrifting and...
by Brooks | Feb 26, 2025 | Fashion Trends
The Character in Worn Threads: The Art and Ethics of Clothing Repair This photo shows my husband’s hoodie of Character in Worn threads. Teaching myself how to embroider a heart, titled “Be Still My Heart,” with my dog looking on curiously. Memories...
by Brooks | Aug 31, 2023 | Events, Fashion Trends
Mending cherished textiles in the form of clothing, shawls, and sweaters has been at the forefront of the fashion and textile industry for some time. It extends the life of the garment and supports a less wasteful existence. By working with your hands, the process of...
by Brooks | Jul 11, 2023 | Lifestyles
Custom Jean Jacket When Ball Arena approached me to design a super custom piece for a super-secret client, I could hardly believe it. After all, the custom piece was for THE Shania Twain. As in, the country crossover star who transcended genres to dominate the pop...
by Brooks | May 4, 2023 | Dresses
I’m opening the vault, so now is your chance to get a one-of-a-kind piece at half the price. These samples and runway pieces are looking for their forever homes. Everything “From the Vault ” is inspired by red carpet looks, bridal, social occasion dressing and guest...
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