Globetrotter | Carolina Kleinman of Carolina K

October 19, 2014

Our fascination with Latin artisans spreads from Mexico to Latin American and all the way down through South America. The variety of embroidery and weaving traditions is endless, yet somehow connected through all of these different countries and cultures. Carolina Kleinman, the designer behind Carolina K has become the physical embodiment of this cross-cultural exchange. Born in Argentina, Carolina now works with artisan communities in Peru and Mexico to create her intricately crafted and vintage inspired collections. Working closely with artisans in these countries she also ensures fair trade practices are always enforced.We recently caught up with Carolina, to hear about her latest travel ventures, read below.

Our fascination with Latin artisans spreads from Mexico to Latin American and all the way down through South America. The variety of embroidery and weaving traditions is endless, yet somehow connected through all of these different countries and cultures. Carolina Kleinman, the designer behind Carolina K has become the physical embodiment of this cross-cultural exchange. Our fascination with Latin artisans spreads from Mexico to Latin American and all the way...

Behind the Label | Rye

October 16, 2014

Constantly pulling inspiration from NYC and Mexico City, Rebeca Mendoza and Ryan Clements, founded Rye, a line of luxe leather must have accessories. For their most recent collection, Rye collaborated with embroidery artisans in Rebeca?s native Mexico to create exclusive artisanal styles. We recently caught up with the design duo just before they jetted off to Mexico for the story behind the brand and their guide to the Lower East Side and Mexico City.

Constantly pulling inspiration from NYC and Mexico City, Rebeca Mendoza and Ryan Clements, founded Rye, a line of luxe leather must have accessories. For their most recent collection, Rye collaborated with embroidery artisans in Rebeca?s native Mexico to create exclusive artisanal styles. We recently caught up with the design duo just before they jetted off to Mexico for the story behind the brand and their guide to the Lower East...

Let's hear it for the girls!

October 15, 2014

Nothing inspires us more than stylish international women who make their marks on the world with an offbeat sense of fashion befitting their jet set lives. Hailing from India, China, France and London, all of these women represent their country of origin with their work and style. We are thrilled to introduce our current favorite women of the world. With their visual inspiration and our Shop Latitude picks, you too...

Globetrotter | Michelle Lai of Mischa

October 13, 2014

Rounding the world in jet set fashion is Mischa designer Michelle Lai. This Hong Kong based designer finds inspiration in all four corners of the globe. She is as comfortable riding an elephant in Thailand as she is shopping in London. When we need to satisfy our own wanderlust we log on to her worldy instagram account (see for yourself here!) and pretend we are traveling along with her. We recently caught up with Lau and ask her to share her favorite spots in her hometown. Get ready for a big envy attack when she mentions retreating to her private island in Thailand. Dear Michelle, please can we come along!

Rounding the world in jet set fashion is Mischa designer Michelle Lai. This Hong Kong based designer finds inspiration in all four corners of the globe. She is as comfortable riding an elephant in Thailand as she is shopping in London. Rounding the world in jet set fashion is Mischa designer Michelle Lai. This Hong Kong based designer finds inspiration in all four corners of the globe. She is as...

Behind the Label | Tamarzizt

October 13, 2014

The exchange of cultures is a constant Shop Latitude inspiration. We have been known to mix our wears, whether they originate from Mexico, Hong Kong or France. We seek out designers that embody this cross-cultural blend and Oumaima Tamarzizt is one of those. Beginning her journey in her home country of Tunisia, the jewelry designer now lives in Paris where she designs her namesake collection. For inspiration, she draws upon...

Behind the Label | Elisa Solomon

October 13, 2014

We believe luxury is about artisanal craft, attention to detail and jewelry that is meant to be passed down generation to generation. For just these reasons we invited jewelry designer Elisa Solomon to join the world of Shop Latitude.  Elisa Soloman Necklaces featured in French Vogue       We believe luxury is about artisanal craft, attention to detail and jewelry that is meant to be passed down generation to...

Behind the Label | Abury

October 12, 2014

In 2008, Andrea Kolb ventured to Marrakech to work on the restoration of a riad in the Madina. While there, she worked alongside Moroccan artisans and craftsmen, learning and understanding their ancient crafts. This experience, inspired the founding of Abury, now a fashion and accessories label that produces leather and embroidered bags with artisans in Morocco. We caught up with Andrea to go behind the making of Abury.    ...

Globetrotter | Andrea Kolb of Abury

October 12, 2014

One of our favorite destinations, Morocco, entrances all of its visitors with a sense of mystery and style. We are always on the look out for these enduring qualities in the globetrotters that we feature. Andrea Kolb, the founder of Abury is top on our list of stylish explorers. Andrea has covered plenty of ground while working with local artisans in both Morocco and Ecuador to create contemporary treasures from ancient craft. We recently caught up with Andrea and asked her to share her favorite haunts in her hometown of Berlin and adopted city of Marrakesh.

One of our favorite destinations, Morocco, entrances all of its visitors with a sense of mystery and style. We are always on the look out for these enduring qualities in the globetrotters that we feature. Andrea Kolb, the founder of Abury is top on our list of stylish explorers. Andrea has covered plenty of ground while working with local artisans in both Morocco and Ecuador to create contemporary treasures from...

Bombay Canteens

October 09, 2014

With the momentous fine food holiday of Thanksgiving tomorrow, we are reminding how transporting taste can be. We took a moment to travel to India by way of Bombay's canteens and sample the vibrant cuisine of this incredible destination. Happy Thanksgiving from the Shop Latitude Team! Despite being India?s fashion capital, Mumbai?s ?fine dining? culture leaves something to be desired. With only a few exceptions (The Table and Ellipsis come...

Seventies Style Icons

October 09, 2014

Following the summer of love, 1970s style evolved from free wheeling hippie to rich bohemian glamour. We always find ourselves throwing back to our favorite stylish ladies from the infamous and influential girlfriend of Keith Richards, Anita Pallenberg to Yves Saint Laurent?s expressive muse, Loulou de la Falaise to the wild front woman of the Jefferson Airplane, Grace Slick. These women and a few more ushered in the era with...