A couple of weeks ago I had a dream about Brazil. The exotic senses spun around in my mind for hours and hours. The next day I found this… The Blue Atelier in Trancoso: a quiet, pristine fishing village on an unspoilt stretch of Brazil’s Discovery Coast, a place that seems as if it has (…) Read more »
Tagged: inspiration - 4/31 - Free People Blog
Artwork We Love: GROW
Mar 30, 2013There is a beautiful exhibit on display in Gallery 543 at the Navy Yard right now called GROW: An Upcycled Garden. (…) Read more »
Scenes From The Office
Mar 29, 2013This week, I really wanted to capture our employees hard at work and focus in on what they were up to. I like how these pictures give you a feel for all the different tasks that take place here around the office. Check it out! (…) Read more »
A Day In The Life Of Our Buyers
Mar 28, 2013I followed our buyers around a for a few days in LA while they were on a research trip. They work fast with a good eye and know exactly what to seek out. We met in the morning around 8am in the Chamberlain West Holiday Hotel and then headed out to our destinations; vintage warehouses, (…) Read more »
Office Style: Tomboy Cool & Pops Of Color
Mar 27, 2013This week’s Office Style was a fun mixture of bright color pops and tomboy touches. Whether it was an oversized plaid tunic worn with cute ankle boots, pretty dresses with neon embroidery, baggy black harem pants worn with bold colors, or a prairie dress with black ankle boots. This week’s office style was fun, vibrant, and cool. (…) Read more »
Happy Holi!
Mar 27, 2013Happy Holi everyone! Holi is a festival of color that is celebrated by Hindus every spring. The festival has many meanings, the first of which is a celebration of the beginning of spring – it is an explosion of color and official farewell to winter; a celebration of good over evil. (…) Read more »
A Festival Must Have: Our Temporary Tattoos
Mar 25, 2013People’s tattoos says a lot about them, they tell a story of their soul. I’m always intrigued by tattoos and love to find out the meanings behind them. I feel they add a nice decoration to your body. (…) Read more »
Inspiration: Flowers In Your Hair
Mar 24, 2013I love it when spring comes and the trees start to blossom and the streets are full of color and scents that awaken you. I often walk the streets picking the fallen petals. Whether it be for my sketchbook or simply just to decorate a braid I’m wearing for the day. I always find it (…) Read more »
The Concept Behind Our Dark Rose Lookbook
Mar 22, 2013Our trend this week, Dark Rose, conjures up this season’s dark side in feminine lace and opulent onyx. A mixture of lace and chiffon play contrast with black leather and studs. A perfect trend capsule as we start to transition from our winter wardrobes into a spring/summer one. We caught up with our Web Merchandiser (…) Read more »
Travel Lust: Lovelane Caravans Cornwall, UK
Mar 22, 2013My most profound memories of my younger years are the caravan holidays I went on. My parents, my sister, and I used to pack small suitcases and then we would drive 4-6 hours to our destination. The destination was usually the English coast line and there, my imagination used to run wild. Having four of (…) Read more »
9 Ways To Celebrate Spring Equinox!
Mar 20, 2013Happy spring equinox everybody! Today is the first official day of spring and we could not be more excited for the sunshine and warmth that lies ahead. Equinox occurs twice a year (the other one is in September) and means that the day and night are the same length. (…) Read more »
How Our Bloggers Wear Everyone’s Favorite Essential
Mar 19, 2013I think it goes without saying that a tee is an essential item when it comes to your wardrobe. They go with absolutely anything and it’s that number one item that you can count on. Whether it’s basic, stripey, decorative, or vintage you can create that relaxed, effortless look that’s refreshing without even trying. (…) Read more »
