In the past, the concept of being “style-conscious” meant being conscious of one’s own style, not necessarily being conscious as an individual or member of the human condition. But in a world where we are learning to make the most of the resources we’ve got, on a day-to-day basis, that individual and collective consciousness Read More
Author: gijigogo
The Eco Modern Bride
In a new collective consciousness where being Eco-friendly is not only looked at as being responsible and ethical, but even stylish and hip, it only makes sense that the wedding industry would catch on. Contemporary weddings have often been thought of as being lavish, extravagant, and even excessive events. This ideal has led modern brides to start seeking out Read More
Summer has Arrived!
Summer may have only just begun, but there are some definite trends that have managed to establish themselves into our fashion psyche for the months to come. From sorbet pastel tones to black face masks, from road trip outfits to back-to-the-office wear, the summer of 2009 has some undeniable trend-based staples. So you have dutifully Read More
Liza’s Personal Narrative
When I was a girl in Russia, my father, Alexander Stromberg, was a stone carver who specialized in Cameos. During the seventies Soviet Union communist regime, having an independent business was illegal, and my father’s workshop was on a large ledge of our kitchen window. His official job was being a violinist at the Moscow Read More