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Handmade Love – Tomorrow!

February 10th, 2012 / Posted by fp julia / Permalink

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Don’t forget, our Handmade Love event is tomorrow! Stop by your local fp store and make something special for your sweetie, and pick up an outfit for Valentine’s Day while you’re at it :) Check out a full list of stores and what activities they’ll be doing, and RSVP for the event of your choice here: Handmade Love

If you attend one of the events, we’d love for you to live tweet the action and any pictures accompanied by the hashtag #FPHandMadeLove -  we’ll be compiling images and links to the posts we love for a recap on the blog a week after the event!

Check out tutorials for each of the projects pictured above.

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Valentine’s Day Styling for Each Girl

February 9th, 2012 / Posted by fp julia / Permalink

With Valentine’s Day just a week away, we got to thinking about our different fp girls and how they’d style their Valentine’s Day outfits and spend their evening! We asked five girls from around the office who embody Molly, Ginger, Candy, Meadow and Lou to be our models for some Valentine styling and imagined what their ideal night might hold…

Molly

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Wearing: Seamless Crochet Crop Top, Printed Romper, Marrakesh Floppy Hat, Quilted Crossbody, and floral saddle shoes coming soon!

Molly’s perfect date night would start with a screening of one of her favorite old movies, followed by a quiet, romantic dinner at a little french bistro.  After a couple of old fashioneds, they’d finish the night sharing a sundae at an ice cream shop like Franklin Fountain!

Ginger

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Wearing: Glam Life Dress, Archduchess Platform,  Studded Bangle Set.

Ginger’s evening would start with a nice dinner and some red wine, and then it’s out for a night of dancing with her date!

Candy

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Wearing: La Boheme Ruffle Dress, Mulberry Rose Crown, Russian Doll Fringe Bracelet, Half Moon Clog.

Candy would enjoy spending her night in cooking a nice dinner with her sweetie, after which they’d go for a moonlit stroll and stop at a bakery for some sweet treats!

Meadow

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Wearing: Crochet Short Sleeve Tiered Dress, Platforms, Janie Fringe Satchel.

Meadow’s ideal date night would start with seeing one of her favorite bands in concert, followed by a late dinner at her favorite organic restaurant.

Lou

lou Valentines Day Styling for Each Girl

Wearing: High Waisted Pleated Linen Pant, Vegan Leather Bustier, Converse, Jenny Floppy Hat, Dynasty Leather Cuff,  Studded Satchel.

Laid-back Lou doesn’t like a big fuss for Valentine’s Day – she’d rather spend the night chilling with her date at the bar – preferably a sports bar so they don’t miss the game!

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Abigail is wearing the Large Flower Pin.

Abigail is spending Valentine’s day playing with her canine friend Argo and then falling asleep in front of a cozy fire :)

Check out our Valentine’s Day Collection.

Which girl do you relate to most? How are you spending your Valentine’s Day?

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Groundhog Day

February 1st, 2012 / Posted by fp julia / Permalink

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Fun Facts:

* According to legend, on February 2nd, if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter weather. If he does not see his shadow, there will be an early spring.

* There has only been one Punxsutawney Phil. He has been making predictions for over 125 years!

* Punxsutawney Phil gets his longevity from drinking the “elixir of life,” a secret recipe.

* Phil has a wife named Phyllis.

Source.

Let me hear your votes – will Phil see his shadow this year?

Click on images for sources.

UPDATE: He saw his shadow :( But you know what – if it is six more weeks of winter like what we’ve been having, I guess that’s ok.

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Win Your Valentine’s Day Wishlist!

February 1st, 2012 / Posted by fp julia / Permalink

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Because we love you, we have a special Valentine’s day treat for you this year! Need a great outfit for your special day or night? You can enter to win your Valentine wishlist, for up to $500!

Click here to enter, and make sure you fill up your wishlist with whatever your heart desires :) xoxo

  • Entered!!! :D

  • Margarita says:

    Sure hope I win this – it’s my b’day today after all. If I do, I’ll definitely go with those superb Half Moon Clogs before anything else. So pretty!

  • Betty says:

    Sad to read, that germany doesnt count :((( I miss your stores, but am so happy to have your blog every single day! Is there anybody I can talk with- Im interested in your work and would be really happy to do a little interview. Liebe Grüße, Betty ;)

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Behind the Scenes: Valentine’s Day Special Shoot!

February 1st, 2012 / Posted by fp julia / Permalink

The other day I hung out in the studio for a bit while our team did a special Valentine’s Day shoot with model Linda Vojtova. It was such a fun shoot with candy and flower props, and Linda was kind enough to answer a few questions for the blog!

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I love how they paired the beautiful tiered crochet dress with the half moon floral clog.

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I love our studio team :)

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I thought these flats they shot were so cute I had to share – they remind me of these exploded flowers! On the left is our new little fp one layering slip, which is currently in my shopping cart. I feel like it’s the perfect little outfit add-on that could be worn so many ways. In the middle, the galoon lace halter bra, which comes in so many fun pop colors, and on the right, the pretty printed lace crop bra.


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Glam Life Sequin Dress, Double Breasted Vegan Leather Jacket, Lace Bandeau, Leather and Bead Wrap Bracelet, Sugar Mountain Ankle Boot.

Q&A with Linda Vojtova

Which dress would you wear for Valentine’s Day and how would you style it?

I love the glam life sequin dress! For Valentine’s Day I would wear it with a leather jacket, stockings and boots since it will probably be cold in New York City. But I love it because I could wear it in spring and summer with boots, and could wear it for so many different occasions.

What are your plans for Valentine’s Day?

I’ll be in New York, where I live with my boyfriend of several years, and we’ll probably just try to cook a really great dinner, or go out somewhere nice.

What’s the best gift you’ve ever been given for Valentine’s Day?

A nice romantic getaway :)

What’s your favorite romantic comedy?

Pretty Woman! I used to watch it almost every day.

Shop our Valentine’s Day collection!

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Free People Walnut Street Opening

January 27th, 2012 / Posted by fp julia / Permalink

Yesterday I left work around 5pm to head to our brand new store on Walnut Street in Philadelphia.  We were having a private celebration for home office employees, family and friends before the doors officially opened this morning. From the moment I walked through the carved wooden door, I felt like I was in a very special place.  If you live in the area, I definitely recommend making the trip to see the store in person – but if not, I hope these photos can do it some justice!

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Bracelet heaven!

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The view from the upstairs loft.

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The upstairs fitting room area is cozy and tranquil – I literally could live here. The fitting rooms were painted by five of our amazing fp girls, who made them truly special and unique.

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Intimates hang delicately on subtly sparkling walls.

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How amazing are the patchwork rugs?! A great DIY project, perhaps…

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Yummy food from Steven Starr Restaurants and Root, Snap & Rhuby drinks from Art in the Age – the Root and ginger beer was to die for!

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I adore the brick wall and necklaces hanging from nails – I bought one of these zodiac necklaces – you can only find them in our stores! I also love the falling whistles.

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Former Belle put on an awesome show!

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It was such a magical night. Stay tuned for another post, on two of my favorite parts of the store!

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