fashion

Bea Szenfeld: Sur la Plage

Swedish fashion designer Bea Szenfeld‘s latest collection Sur la Plage consists of a dozen handmade paper costumes inspired by seaside folklore and ambiance — water spirits and sea nymphs, the nets of fishermen, crashing waves, seaweed tangles, glimmering shoals, and shellfish clusters. That’s right. Handmade. From paper. The compact cardboard is cut and folded into […]

How-To: Crystal Brocade Necklace

Big, sparkling necklaces are a major part of current fashion because they are so much fun to wear. They are a glamorous statement that works equally well with an evening gown or jeans. This Crystal Brocade Necklace is inspired by these fun, modern accessories. Anyone can create this elaborate crystal-encrusted piece, even with limited artistic […]

How-To: Pillowcase Sundress

By Nikol Lohr Sundresses made of cute vintage pillow cases aren’t just for little girls. If you have a pair of pillowcases, you can make a dress that fits up to a size XL. Look for pillowcases in solid colors or that aren’t too worn out. Thin white cases mean you’ll either need to line […]