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Your Ultimate Guide to Summer’s Trendiest Bags

These ones topped our warm-weather wishlist.

Meet Arianne Elmy, Founder of Her Namesake Label

Talk about an inspiration for Women’s History Month!

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Saving Your Coin? Beware How Dupes Hurt the Business of Designer Brands

It’s actually pretty major… and not in a good way.

shoppinglauren spinelliJuly 16, 2020shopping and style, designer, dupes, knockoff, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Vintage, Depop, The Real RealComment

Product-Facing Career Paths in the Fashion Industry

Obsessed with products? Us too. Here’s how you can turn that passion into a career.

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Meet the Best Friends and Business Partners Behind MIMI The Label

The duo shares the ins and outs of launching their own swimwear label.

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Coronavirus & Clutches: Navigating a Business Through the Chaos

Julie Mollo takes us through her journey of navigating her namesake accessories business through the pandemic.

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Carrie Bradshaw 2.0 How I Became the Face of Patricia Field's New Sex and the City Inspired Campaign

A modern day twist to a beloved classic. How I became the face of Patricia Field’s Carrie 2.0 campaign.

Get to Know Brittany Kozerski Founder and Designer of JADE Swim

The fashion editor-turned-designer shares what it was like to start her own company, and how you can too.

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Get to know Sarah Akiba, stylist, designer, and founder of Angel Watching Over Me

Get to know Sarah Akiba, stylist, designer, and creator of Angel Watching Over Me.

15 Questions With Fashion Designer Nicole Miller

Designer Nicole Miller sheds some light on starting her own business and Making it in Manhattan.

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15 Questions with Zoe Chicco, Fine Jewelry Designer

Renowned jewelry designer Zoe Chicco sheds some light on starting her own business and Making it in Manhattan.

career advice, interviewCaroline VazzanaJuly 11, 2016fashion, jewelry designer, jewelry, Zoe Chicco, internship, designer, interview, interviews

Chic Pants To Mix Up Your Summer Work Wardrobe

Change up your summer work wardrobe with these chic and comfortable pants from Aella.

fashion, career adviceCaroline VazzanaJune 30, 2016fashion, AELLA, designer, work pants, workwear, office wardrobe, new york city, new york internship, new york, work wardrobe, shopping and styleComment

15 Questions with Jonathan Cohen, Designer and Creative Director

Designer and Creative Director Jonathan Cohen sheds some light on starting his own business and Making it in Manhattan.

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15 Questions with Krysten Kauder the Designer Behind Ryan Porter

Here, Krysten Kauder, designer of Ryan Porter sheds some light on starting her own business and Making it in Manhattan.

15 Questions with Heather Hubbard, Founder & CEO of MR. Handbags

Heather Hubbard, Founder & Ceo of MR. Handbags reveals her tips and tricks for Making it in Manhattan.

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