Happy Holidays!

December 21, 2014

Happy Holidays from the entire Shop Latitude Team!

Global Glossary

December 21, 2014

Ever find yourself shopping in some wonderfully exotic bazaar and you encounter a word that seems familiar, something you've heard but never really understood the origins behind? Well, you are in luck! We've done our field work, shopped the souks and markets around the world and taken note of all those words and put together an essential list of artisan vocabulary to have you sounding like a pro in every...

It's a Wrap: How to Tie A Scarf

December 21, 2014

There is no other accessory that will instantly transform your look into that of an international woman of style, quite like a scarf. Regardless if its cashmere, silk or even cotton, knowing the correct way to tie, drape or knot this perfect length of cloth is key to turning ordinary style into extraordinary chic. That is why we not only combed the world to bring you what we consider to be the best selection of scarves on the planet, we also asked our friends at Rumisu in Istanbul to demonstrate how to wear them.

There is no other accessory that will instantly transform your look into that of an international woman of style, quite like a scarf. Regardless if its cashmere, silk or even cotton, knowing the correct way to tie, drape or knot this perfect length of cloth is key to turning ordinary style into extraordinary chic. That is why we not only combed the world to bring you what we consider to...

Where to shop in 2015

December 21, 2014

Pick up any travel magazine or check in with any wanderlust blog this month and they will all be touting the hottest destinations of 2015. We often declare that the marketplace is our first love - indoor, outdoor, bazaar, mercado, souk, you name it, we are happiest when we are hunting, bargaining and jetting home with a stash of artisanal textiles, handicrafts and unique wares we are proud to share with you.

Pick up any travel magazine or check in with any wanderlust blog this month and they will all be touting the hottest destinations of 2015. We often declare that the marketplace is our first love - indoor, outdoor, bazaar, mercado, souk, you name it, we are happiest when we are hunting, bargaining and jetting home with a stash of artisanal textiles, handicrafts and unique wares we are proud to share...

Caftan Chic

December 21, 2014

Looking back to the glory days of the ?60s and ?70s, the caftan emerged as a major fashion trend. Though it has been worn literally for ages, in Morocco and across Middle Eastern locales, it was not until the late 1960s when fashion guru Diana Vreeland proclaimed her absolute love for this garment that the fashion set followed suit. Who can forget the iconic image of a caftaned Talitha Getty on the rooftops of her Moroccan home or Elizabeth Taylor, honeymooning in one of her favorite caftans. Here is an assemblage of our favorite images of Yves, Catherine, Talitha, Anita, Bianca, and Elizabeth in a garment we hope to see return to its must have place in the bastion of fashion history.  

Looking back to the glory days of the ?60s and ?70s, the caftan emerged as a major fashion trend. Though it has been worn literally for ages, in Morocco and across Middle Eastern locales, it was not until the late 1960s when fashion guru Diana Vreeland proclaimed her absolute love for this garment that the fashion set followed suit. Looking back to the glory days of the ?60s and ?70s,...

Globetrotter: Pauline Chardin

December 21, 2014

The Voyageur is one of our all time favorite travel blogs. Paris based designer and photographer Pauline Chardin constantly charms us with her good taste, thoughtful eye and keen observation on destinations as far flung as Japan, Sri Lanka and Egypt.

The Voyageur is one of our all time favorite travel blogs. Paris based designer and photographer Pauline Chardin constantly charms us with her good taste, thoughtful eye and keen observation on destinations as far flung as Japan, Sri Lanka and Egypt. The Voyageur is one of our all time favorite travel blogs. Paris based designer and photographer Pauline Chardin constantly charms us with her good taste, thoughtful eye and keen observation...

Behind The Label | Preekka

December 20, 2014

Since all of us at Shop Latitude tend think the best choice should always be the most authentic choice, you can imagine how happy we were to be introduced to the Athens based artisan brand Preekka. We have always loved authentic Greek sandals and were desperate to find a way to make a pair with extra long lases for Dree Hemingway; luckily Preekka designer Alexandra was happy to accommodate us. The sandals were such a hit; we now have them in stock in both black and natural and have added a variety of additional sandal styles for both women and kids- all made the same way they were in the days of ancient Greece. Read more about the amazing story behind this hot new label and order your own pair of authentic Greek sandals before they sell out!

Since all of us at Shop Latitude tend think the best choice should always be the most authentic choice, you can imagine how happy we were to be introduced to the Athens based artisan brand Preekka. We have always loved authentic Greek sandals and were desperate to find a way to make a pair with extra long lases for Dree Hemingway; luckily Preekka designer Alexandra was happy to accommodate us....

Behind the Label | Rumisu

December 13, 2014

We owe a great debt of thanks to the Istanbul based sisters, Deniz and Pinar Yegin, the masterminds behind Rumisu, a collection of whimsically illustrated and printed silk scarves.

We owe a great debt of thanks to the Istanbul based sisters, Deniz and Pinar Yegin, the masterminds behind Rumisu, a collection of whimsically illustrated and printed silk scarves. We owe a great debt of thanks to the Istanbul based sisters, Deniz and Pinar Yegin, the masterminds behind Rumisu, a collection of whimsically illustrated and printed silk scarves. Not only do these crazy chic scarves make the most charming gifts, this design...

Behind the Label | Catrinka

December 13, 2014

Catrinka is bold, authentic, textile-inspired line of accessories that celebrates women?s work.

Describe your brand. Catrinka is bold, authentic, textile-inspired line of accessories that celebrates women?s work.   How did you start Catrinka? I created Catrinka as a way to celebrate the beautiful work of women, and to leverage the power of women and girls to invest in each other. In 2012, after I had taken some time away from my previous career to spend with my children, I decided to marry...

Memories from Istanbul

December 10, 2014

I think back to the time, to the weeks of being stuck in the office preparing for our launch and the moment it was finally time to go back to what I love best, roaming the world in search of treasures. First stop, Istanbul! I think back to the time, to the weeks of being stuck in the office preparing for our launch and the moment it was finally time...