This Week in the Mercury
Friday, May 17, 2013
Event RE: Open Season. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Fri, May 17, 2013 at 3:14 PM
Those of us who took the whole ride through this year's four-night series of Open Season fashion shows are probably still convalescing—I know I am, and so is Marissa Sullivan, whose last recap of each night of shows over on MOD is a tiiiny bit delayed. But while it's still top of mind I wanted to get in a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came, selling out every single night (holy crap)!
It takes a village to accomplish these shows, and most of the people who busted their asses to make this happen did so as volunteers. It literally would not have happened without them, and it really would not have happened without the (mostly) local businesses who stepped in as sponsors: Eastside Distilling, Bishops Barbershops, Gilt, Imelda's & Louie's, Viso, Crossroads Trading Company, and 220 Salon all deserve huge props for pitching in, not to mention the venues, designers, models, hair and makeup stylists, co-producers, rope light/pipe 'n' drape/riser installers, flag makers, musicians and DJs, ticket takers, dressers... you get the idea.
Makeup / Beauty / Hair / Event Blush Beauty Bar Beautypalooza 9
Posted by Elizabeth Mollo on Fri, May 17, 2013 at 11:57 AM
Need a little perk in your beauty routine? Well you are in luck, because Blush Beauty Bar is celebrating it's 9th birthday this weekend with Beautypalooza 9. Today through Sunday Blush will be offering a gift with every purchase, special deals and discounts, and $5, $10, and $15 beauty bins. Plus the staff is always super friendly and helpful so you'll be looking fabulous in no time, all without breaking the bank.
Fashion Odessa S/S '13
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Fri, May 17, 2013 at 10:18 AM
It tends to keep a low profile, but never forget: Odessa is—and has been for longer than most—one of the most sophisticated boutiques in the city. They recently put together a lookbook for the spring season featuring stunning new pieces from Tsumori Chisato and Isabel Marant, modeled by their own Bree Goertzen.
And I must have this sweater:
Check out the whole thing on their tumblr.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Fashion / Street Style / Event Portland's Pretty In Pendleton
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Thu, May 16, 2013 at 12:59 PM
People who wore Pendleton to Pendleton's The Portland Collection show at Rontoms:
More wool and such after the jump...
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Event Open Season Finale!: Immaculate Martin and the Chamber of Secrets
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, May 16, 2013 at 11:59 AM
Yes, I just combined a fashion show with a Harry Potter reference. This is how you know I am tired.
But fuck tired! Tonight we're capping of Open Season's successful run of happy hour fashion shows with a secret new collaboration between two heavy hitters on the local scene, called Immaculate Martin. Even I don't know exactly what to expect, but I'm vibing that it's going to be a little irreverent, a little non-traditional, and in the spirit of fun. Clearly others are feeling the same way (or just can't resist their curiosity), because online tickets sold out this morning. But don't freak out! There will be a limited amount of tickets being sold for $7 at the door, and we'll do our best to get as many people in as the fire marshal allows.
That said, doors open at 6 at tonight's venue, Dig A Pony, and while the show won't start until 7, you'll want to get there early to nab a good spot and ticket if you waited too long! Also, stick around for a set from the awesome DJ Cooky Parker and live that "Thursday is the new Friday" dream. We'll sleep when we're dead.
Meow.
- Ray Gordon
- Immaculate Martin
Fashion / Event Open Season Day 3: Pendleton's The Portland Collection
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Thu, May 16, 2013 at 10:10 AM
While I might not have been as excited for The Pendleton Open Season fashion show (I mean, I've already thumbed through the catalog and yes, I love it, but had already seen it), I can say that it was, from what I could tell, the crowds' favorite thus far. Starting with a line out the door and a sold out show, I knew this night was going to be well received. The show was set to live music by The Lovers, who were all decked out in Pendleton. In attendance: none other than the Mayor, Charlie Hales, and his wife Nancy, who was also decked out in Pendleton's The Portland Collection. The looks were stunning, and the models were top notch. I did what I could to get photos (hung out by the garbage), so peep 'em below.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Home Poster of the Week
Posted by Courtney Ferguson on Wed, May 15, 2013 at 3:14 PM
Shop / Event Shop the Block: May Edition
Posted by Elizabeth Mollo on Wed, May 15, 2013 at 2:53 PM
Before heading over to Open Season tonight, be sure to check out the May edition of Shop the Block, the shopping event that happens every two months and features six boutiques in Beaumont Village, including Amenity Shoes, Shop Adorn, Gazelle, Full Circle, Silhouette, and The Arrangement. For those who need a reminder guests who visit all participating boutiques will receive a rewards "Shop Card", which is valid for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more at each of the participating boutiques.
This time around Shop the Block is partnering with The Pixie Project and Green Dog Pet Supply. The Pixie Project will be accepting donations, and requested items include fleece blankets, dog or cat toys, and pet food, preferably without by-products. As a thank you Green Dog Pet Supply will provide a $5 off coupon for purchases of $25 or more at their store for those who donate.
Fashion / Event Brady Lange & Reif: Open Season, Day 2
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Wed, May 15, 2013 at 1:51 PM
I had a really good feeling about the Open Season show last night and it did NOT disappoint. Brady Lange—I'm looking at you. What I know about this PYT is that he had a blog, then interned at Adam Arnold and now he's showing a line for men and women that's bright, fun, and immaculately tailored. As for Reif, most people might know her best for her awesome turbans which have saved me on many a bad hair day. But last night she showed a killer conducive collection of trousers & cutout dresses. I was especially a big fan of the black pleather jumper. Check out the pics below to get a better idea of what I'm talking about.
Reif after the jump...
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Event Open Season, Day Three: Pendleton's The Portland Collection
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, May 15, 2013 at 12:29 PM
We've had two successful nights of Open Season fashion shows, so why stop now? Nope, not gonna!
Tonight features some of the city's heaviest hitters in Pendleton's The Portland Collection, designed by Rachel Turk, Nathaniel Crissman, and John Blasioli. In case you've been living under a fashionless rock, when Pendleton tapped these local designers—riding the crest of a resurgence in popularity and projects with everyone from Opening Ceremony to Adidas—to translate the historic company's aesthetic for the Rachel Comey and A.P.C. set, it... went really well. Their first collection was hotly anticipated and received with international adoration. Now on their third, I feel like they're getting better and better, and we are so stoked to be hosting the fall collection debut.
Continuing our venue roving, tonight we'll be set up at Rontoms (21+, doors at 6, show at 7 or so—word to the wise: come on the earlier side to get a good spot/drink/ticket. Pre-sale is sold out but there will be a limited number of tickets being sold at the door.) This is also the only show for which there will be live music—in the form of the beloved Lovers! And, the show will be immediately followed by a set from DJ Flash Gordon. And another pair of drink specials using Eastside Distilling's Portland Potato Vodka and Burnside Bourbon. Says Ron of the 'toms, "We will be doing a Moscow Mule with the vodka (muddled lime & ginger, vodka and ginger beer) and a Sour Cherry Old Fashioned with the whiskey (whiskey, kirsch, sugar, and sour cherry garnish)." So there you go.
Home / Shop Narrative
Posted by Toby Robboy on Wed, May 15, 2013 at 8:59 AM
I recently got a chance to check out Narrative, a recently opened vintage furniture and home goods store on 13th & Alberta. While this city has no shortage of home goods, affordable offerings are not always a strong point, and finding interesting, unique vintage pieces usually requires an intensive scavenge through large, crammed spaces like House of Vintage or William Temple—a fun adventure when you're in the right mood, but kind of exhausting when you're just trying to decorate your home. Narrative, which is located in a tiny old house that serves as the perfect setting for the merchandise, fills a void as a cute, well curated boutique that carries all kinds of quirky, unusual finds, with a strong focus on affordability. In fact, as owner Clara Soister points out, the small entryway to the shop limits the size of the furnishings the store can carry, making it an ideal destination for those looking to decorate small apartment spaces.
The store has sort of a charming flea market feel, with merchandise ranging from serious furniture pieces like coffee tables and shelving, to more decorative pieces like statuettes and pottery, along with the odd typewriter, adding calculator and rotary phone thrown in to set the nostalgic tone. Soister, who has a background in set design, repaints many of the furniture pieces in unexpected color palates, like a French desk that is pale blue and grey with touches of metallic gold and silver. She also adds a touch of whimsy to some of the pieces by attaching notecards with brief imagined backstories. For example, 1950's ceramic teddy bear with a bizarrely surly looking facial expression comes with the explanation "Teddy stayed a little too long at the race tracks...".
Soister says she was inspired to open the store "after I sat down one day and made a list of things that make me happy," and seeking out unusual treasures at flea markets and estate sales was the first thing on that list. As she puts it, the store is "an outlet for my personal addiction."
Check out some of the goods:
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Street Style Open Season Day One: Who's The Prettiest?
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Tue, May 14, 2013 at 12:44 PM
Hey y'all!!! Without making this be a complete plug for my street style blog, Portland's Pretty, I'd like to share with you what I found to be the greatest hits of the night, street style-wise, in what was the kick off to a four-day fashion fest brought to you by The Mercury.
To see the rest of the pretty patrons click here to my blog Portland's Pretty...maybe you made the cut.
Event Open Season, Day Two: Reif and Brady Lange
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, May 14, 2013 at 11:29 AM
Last night's kick-off of the Open Season series of fashion shows was epic—check out Marissa's recap. But pick yourself back up, because we are just getting started!
This evening at Produce Row (21+, doors at 6, show at 7-ish, with plenty of time to get your weeknight beauty rest—or not) we are presenting two up-and-comers on the scene: Lindsey Reif is nipping at the heels of longer-established designers in town, and quickly becoming one of the savviest design talents in the city. Joining her is Brady Lange, who's been haunting the design community for years, but only last summer launched the first of his bright, versatile, sassy collections. This one's going to be fun.
- Ray Gordon
- Leave it to Brady Lange to make me actually lust after pink flamingo-printed clothing.
Oh! And there are fashionable drink specials going as well: 1) Fierce Voodoo: Portland Potato Vodka, mango juice, fresh mint, lime, sugar and soda, served on the rocks in a pint. 2) New Fashioned: Burnside Bourbon, St Germain, Amaretto, Dandelion Bitters and Lemon Peel, served on the rocks in a bucket. Now you know!
Fashion / Event Holly Stalder, Emily Ryan & Liza Rietz: Open Season, Day 1
Posted by Marissa Sullivan on Tue, May 14, 2013 at 10:19 AM
Yesterday marked what will be the start of something monumental (I don't overreact) in Portland fashion. Let me step back. I've been in Portland for three years and have attended a ton of fashion shows in town, reviewing them either here on MOD as an intern, or as a freelancer for a number of places. Tonight, though, felt like no other show I've attended. The venue: Outdoors at White Owl Social Club. The crowd: A mix of makers, doers, designers, and regular folk. The music: Moody. The clothes: Spectacular and original. I don't want to sound cheesy, but when the music kicked in, the models started walking out, and a hush fell over the mixed crowd, I truly felt like I was a part of something very special, and I can not wait to see what the next three days bring.
Below are my favorite looks of the night.
More after the jump...
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Event The Historic Sou'Wester Lodge
Posted by Elissa Hall on Tue, May 14, 2013 at 9:21 AM
- Elissa Hall
- Spartan Mansion
Tucked along the quiet Seaview, WA coast, beneath a canopy of towering Douglas Firs, sits an odd collection of vintage travel trailers. The fleet clusters around a grand, colonial-style lodge with sweeping porches and the landscape is accented by the perpetual, gentle lull of the Pacific. The setting is equal parts ominous and magical.
This humble acre of Peninsula land holds one of the Northwest creative's best kept secrets, The Historic Sou'wester Lodge.
While the lodge has provided a creative oasis for over a century, Portland transplant Thandi Rosenbaum and Kathy Duffy are in the process of creating it as an active host for Northwest culture. Typically, coast culture conjures pastel galleries, bead shops and seashell art. Forget driftwood furniture, forget taffy shops, the Sou'wester breathes new life into Seaview, WA and draws a wide audience from the likes of Portland, Seattle and Olympia.
- Elissa Hall
- Lodge marketplace-ran on honors system
The vintage, travel trailer fleet perhaps represents the Sou'wester's greatest draw. Originally installed by the scholastic couple who previously owned the property, each vessel carries a theme: the Chaplin-inspired “Tramp Tower”; the enormous, Saharan “African Queen”; or the 50s, art deco “Spartan Mansion”. All kitsch aside, they have applied decades of design experience and community connections toward the property's restoration and the lodge's eccentricities now feel more intriguing than quirky.
- Elissa Hall
- The Thrifty Trailer, a makeshift on-site thrift store and treasure trove
One notable aspect of the revamp is the recently implemented artist residency program which provides artists a trailer for creative projects. While one trailer has been specifically deemed the residency trailer, the Sou'wester housed 3 artists in residence during my stay: Portland-based Julia Barbee, Shelley Short, and Seattle-based Jesse Lortz of Case Studies. Recently, English Nursery Gallery hosted a showcase of work completed at the residency program. Events like this indicate the creative momentum quietly building at the Sou'wester and the owners' event savvy delivers much-needed resources, community, and visibility for its participants.
- Elissa Hall
- Pop-up shop, curated by artist in residence Jesse Lortz
The summer season holds a grip of promising events. Almost each weekend offers a fantastic show. Personal favorite Little Wings plays this weekend. May 25th showcases Hits of Sunshine, a percussive performance based around Portland artists Heather Treadway, Allan Wilson and Lisa Schonberg's residency in Joshua Tree, CA and Ruby Feathers plays the lodge's first anniversary party on June 1st. Music not your style? August 9-11th marks a Vintage Travel Trailer Rally.
- Elissa Hall
- Lodge fireplace
Indeed, in less than a year the Sou'wester has become a gathering place for performers, artists and seekers of creative community. Perhaps its the strange aura of the Washington sea, the cedar and doug fir incense that hangs in the fog, or the quiet, eclectic crowd of lodgers but the Sou'wester conceals an intimate magic in its teak walls and Rosenbaum and Duffy have applied their skilled hands and warm spirit towards harvesting its full potential.
Book now for the summer season. More photos after the jump...
Monday, May 13, 2013
Event Open Season Kicks off Tonight with Holly Stalder, Emily Ryan, Liza Rietz, and More!
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Mon, May 13, 2013 at 10:34 AM
Open Season, the four-evening series of fashion shows featuring some of the most exciting design talent in town, kicks off tonight with three of the city's heavy hitters: Holly Stalder, Emily Ryan, and Liza Rietz. Additionally, you'll also get to see jewelry from Sword + Fern and bags by Seaecho paired with Stalder's looks, and BOET jewelry buddied up with Rietz's.
Plus! As you may know, Rietz is also a talented musician—you probably know her best for her work in Tu Fawning along with Toussaint Perrault (also from Babydollars), who has composed an original soundtrack for tonight's runway show. Rietz says, "It is bad ass! Something different and exciting for runway!"
Sounds good to me. Doors at the White Owl Social Club open at 6 this evening, with showtime scheduled at 7. There are still some tickets left–-buy now and you won't have to take your chances at the door!
- Ray Gordon
- Dress by Holly Stalder, Earrings by Hazel Cox.
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Event Open Season: After the Fashion
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Sat, May 11, 2013 at 10:46 AM
Next week's series of Open Season fashion shows feature some of the most important and exciting apparel designers working and producing in the city. However! It's also taking place at what are probably four of your favorite places to hang out in on any given beautiful day in late spring/early summer or whatever we are calling this meteorological stroke of luck (global warming?). The shows are scheduled early so you can be bright-eyed and bushy tailed on weekday mornings for that big PowerPoint presentation. (Doors are at 6, shows at 7, and you'll be tucked in and snoozing before 9.)
OR, you are mightier than weekday mornings, and you're down to be out a bit later, in which case the venues are all planning post-show shindigs:
Monday, May 13 after Holly Stalder/Emily Ryan/Liza Rietz at the White Owl Social Club, DJ Maxamillion will take over. On Tuesday at Produce Row, Reif and Brady Lange will be followed by the Supper Set with DJ Rev Shines, an all-vinyl mix of soul, jazz, and rare grooves. On Wednesday, Pendleton's The Portland Collection takes over at Rontoms, followed by... nothing. Because have you seen their patio?! And the weather?! And finally on Thursday after Immaculate Martin at Dig A Pony, DJ Cooky Parker will cap off the whole shebang.
Tickets each night are a nominal $5, and they're on sale and going fast!
Friday, May 10, 2013
Event Win! Two Four-Night Passes to the Open Season Fashion Shows!
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Fri, May 10, 2013 at 10:17 AM
On Monday, the first in a four-evening series of Open Season fashion shows featuring some of the greatest designers in the city will kick off (I know, weekdays, but they're early shows, with doors at 6, show at 7-ish each night), and we're giving away a pair of passes good for each night of the shows! To win 'em, email me by 4 pm and I'll choose a winner at random. In the meantime you can find out more about the shows here, including lots of great photos by Ray Gordon. And hey, if you don't win? Tickets are just five bucks!
Shop / Event Mother's Day Happenings
Posted by Elizabeth Mollo on Fri, May 10, 2013 at 9:30 AM
Don't have plans for Mother's Day Weekend? Well fear not, because seemingly every boutique in Portland has some sort of event going on celebrating the woman who pushed you out of her vagina. Here's the roundup:
Queen Bee Book Drive + Sale
Queen Bee headquarters will host a Mother's Day Sale and book drive on Friday May 10th from 5-8PM. You can participate in a raffle to benefit the local Children's Book Bank by bringing in new and used children's books, and for every book donated get entered to win prizes including an Edie tote, RP Throw Pillow, Penelope, Snippet, Coin or Justin Case and more. This is part of a bigger event happening on N. Williams and includes ink & peat, Lark Press, Yoga Shala, myoptic, and Lodekka. Each place, including Queen Bee, will be offering drinks and snacks plus 20% off all merchandise.
Mabel & Zora Trunk Show + Sale
Mabel & Zora will be hosting a trunk show for chloe + isabel jewelry on Saturday May 11th from 2-5PM. Moms can enjoy flowers and mimosas, while everyone can enjoy 15% off all dresses.
Mink Annual Jewelry Sale
Mink is hosting it's annual Mother's Day jewelry sale happening now until May 12th. Take 15% off all jewelry, and while you are there browse their new clothing arrivals.
Tilde Sale
Tilde is hosting a sale from now until May 12th, with 20% off almost everything in the store and online. They even have a handy gift guide if you are having trouble finding the perfect gift for Mom.
Citrine Anniversary Sale
While technically not a Mother's Day event, this event can still be included. Citrine is celebrating it's two year anniversary on Friday May 10th from 6-9PM. Enjoy mango mimosas and 20% off everything. (To take advantage of to buy your Mom a gift obviously.)
AND all this stuff on the West End:
Radish Underground
At Radish Underground Moms get an extra putt on Mother's Day for the Mini Golf May plus a buy one get one free handmade ice cream sandwich coupon (good only on Mothers Day) at Ruby Jewel.
Woonwinkle
It's Woonwinkel's second birthday, help them celebrate on Saturday, May 11th with bubbly, treats, and 20% off.
Tender Loving Empire
Tender Loving Empire is having a sale from now to May 12th and you will receive 10% off one item with the purchase of a Mother's Day card.
Flora
Flora is celebrating it's pop up shop with jewelry and art from five local artisans May 10-12th, opening night festivities from 5-8PM will have treats and prizes.
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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Event Open Season: The Photo Spread
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, May 9, 2013 at 9:46 AM
If you haven't already seen it, check out this week's pretty picture-filled feature on the designers of next week's Open Season series of fashion shows, shot by local badass Ray Gordon. And! Don't forget to pick up your tickets—each night of the shows are a mere $5, so don't sleep till it's too late!
- Ray Gordon
- Dress by Liza Rietz, necklace by BOET.
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Home Poster of the Week
Posted by Courtney Ferguson on Wed, May 8, 2013 at 2:29 PM
Shopping Guide West End Weekend
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, May 8, 2013 at 1:14 PM
With or without your approval, they are going with the whole "West End" re-brand of that 10th Ave-centric stretch of downtown, and thus this weekend's events are dubbed the "West End Weekend." In preparation for Mother's Day, summer weddings, and any other occasion for shopping local artisanal goods, Flora is giving over there shop space to five different local artists for a series of vignettes:
Featuring local jewelers Beach Bones, with architectural brass pieces, Lauren Harkness’ luxurious and delicate jewelry, and bringing in some summery pops of color is Deluxe Delovely. Jennifer Finn will be presenting both her paintings and avant garde fiber jewelry (made just for Flora!), while local painter Flora Bowley will be displaying new paintings.
This Friday from 5-8 there will be an opening party with tea, champagne, and snacks, and the installation will be up through Sunday at 5 for those who like to keep their shopping and partying separate.
- Flora Bowley
Inspiration / Home / Architecture The House the Blues Built (Potentially)
Posted by Ronald Quiroga on Wed, May 8, 2013 at 12:26 PM
History means a whole lot to different people. It can be endearing and show character. Others may see history as baggage, especially when most of that history is clouded and undocumented.
But what does this all mean when talking about a home? Like your choice in underwear or your Internet’s browser history, one’s home can be the most personal and historically revealing attribute of a person.
This centennial Victorian in Southeast is waiting to make more history.
At a first glance, 1934 SE Umatilla needs some TLC. It’s a home with delicate details and beauty oozing out of every slab of maple that lines its floors and abundant stained glass windows. Many of its rough characteristics are also what make it a special property: uneven floors, spunky dark wallpaper, and smaller-than-usual rails are all part of its appeal and wonder.
According to the current owners, it was built and completed roughly between 1878 and 1890. A couple of photos of the home hang on the walls of its living and dining rooms from a time when Sellwood was still its own municipality (it was annexed by Portland in 1883—check out the photos).
The owner’s also confirmed that past tenants included the former president of the Portland Blues Society and many famous blues musicians actually played in the house, including Muddy Waters!
“Everyone has different ideas of what they want. You’d have to love this house for all the character and quirkiness that it has,” said Wendy Snyder, head agent for the home. “The owners didn’t want to change or ruin any of the character.”
Fashion / Event Portland Sewing's Fashion Forward
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, May 8, 2013 at 9:59 AM
While I've had my head wrapped up in Open Season, Mercury's four-night series of fashion shows happening next week, there's another show that should be on the radar of those with vested (pun!) interest in new developments in local design. While our show features some of the best and well-established talent in town (seriously, our designers are ballers), Portland Sewing's annual Fashion Forward graduate show (along with the Art Institute's June 1 graduate show) offer an annual late-spring crop of mostly unheard-of new talent.
Helpfully, Sharon Blair, Portland Sewing's director, has put together a handy preview of some of these new faces, photos of their work included:
Heidi Bergin's Adelheid Bergin
- OSI Imaging
- "My customer is an industrious woman who needs the right garment for any one of her career-related occasions. She faces a trade-off between stylishness and appropriateness, a choice my line does not ask of her.”
Lane Hunter's FACET
- OSI Imaging
- After spending time in the Bay area, Portland native Lane Hunter returned to perform with the BodyVox Dance company. He says his line is a “clarion call in the ‘Men’s Liberation Movement,’ freeing males to enjoy clothing according to their whim — independent of archaic formalities and fears.
Lisha Xie's 谢丽莎 (her name in characters.)
- OSI Imaging
- Xie of Inner Mongolia, China, brings a tribal influence straight from the steppes into her lines, colors, fabrics, and details. She aims to combine the modesty of the East with the modernity of the West. “I’d like to present the every day classics accented by the cultural beauty of Mongolia; the easy chic tinted with a sense of earthiness that can embody elegance and distinctive style.”
Caitlin McCall's Quick Study
- OSI Imaging
- "Be a quick study. Dress appropriately." Portland native McCall spent three years in Europe working freelance for apparel companies and riding a rusty bike between odd jobs. “I want my designs to enable average women to get on bicycles,” McCall says. She makes her garments from upcycled materials and performance textiles
These new designers are showing along side Joshua Buck and Lisa Silveira's Wandering Muse—the two have them have become key in the Studio SKB design cluster that also includes Blair's line of the same name. Things will kick off at 7:30 at White Horse Studios this Saturday, May 11. Tickets are $20 ($25 at the door) with proceeds going to the Portland Sewing Fashion Design Scholarship for Teens, a fund that helps pay for $1200 of classes at Portland sewing followed by an internship with a local apparel company. Just three years running, the first winner did her internship at Nike followed by attending Parsons, with plans to attend Central St. Martins this fall. Last year's winner is currently doing her internship with Holly Stalder (one of our ballers).
Event Portlandia Broken Beauty Pageant
Posted by Toby Robboy on Wed, May 8, 2013 at 8:59 AM
Finally! Someone's doing a beauty pageant that's intentionally funny, and serves a greater cause than providing endless Q&A based entertainment (sorry Miss Teen South Carolina 2007, you'll never live that one down). The Portlandia Broken Beauty Pageant is a thrift-store themed comedy fashion show and benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, taking place Thursday, May 16 at Society PDX. The event will include a runway show and the dreaded interview portion, and at the end of the night a Broken Beauty Queen OR King will be crowned. There will also be a raffle, an Instagram photo booth and beats by DJ A-Trane. And if you're interested in participating in the pageant there's still time, just FB message event organizer Philip Roman. Get full event details and RSVP here.
- Portland Broken Beauty Pageant
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