My Sunday afternoon was spent at the Thread Show in downtown L.A., where I browsed apparel and accessories from independent designers, sampled the refreshments, and envied the girls who were getting mini massages and manicures. Shopping, music, entertainment, clothing swaps, contests, and food is the perfect way to spend a Sunday, if you ask me.
The 11th floor of the Cooper Design Space, which housed the event, offered incredible views of the downtown skyline which made me actually miss coming to the area for events and shopping excursions.
Wearing: H&M cardigan, Rodarte for Target bow belt, Forever 21 lace dress, and Sam Edelman Louie boots.
It was my first time attending the Thread Show, and it went beyond my expectations with its top notch selection of jewelry and apparel designers, many of whom are local (and very friendly). I enjoyed chatting with Teresa and Emily from The Style Map (pictured directly above) and Eliza, a talented illustrator from Run With Fashion.
After admiring the concert ticket belt buckles by Rock My World, the sequin flares and fringed vests by Leah Milana, cozy sweaters by Santiago Knits, and a black velvet dress with an open back from Excess Baggage, I wandered down the block for a long overdue visit to Santee Alley for more shopping. To my surprise, two fruit vendors vehemently protested while I snapped a photo of their food, and then a third fruit vendor kindly welcomed my enthusiasm to take photos. The watermelon and mango looked so refreshing. When all was said and done several hours later, I was the proud owner of a lace fringe top and a handful of sparkly bracelets that will likely be displayed on Instagram, my all-time favorite app. (You can follow me @thekeytochic.)
The 11th floor of the Cooper Design Space, which housed the event, offered incredible views of the downtown skyline which made me actually miss coming to the area for events and shopping excursions.
Wearing: H&M cardigan, Rodarte for Target bow belt, Forever 21 lace dress, and Sam Edelman Louie boots.
Hippie Girl handbags
Sequin flares by Leah Milana
Rings by Lok'd Jewelry
Belt buckles by Rock My World
Sweaters by Santiago Knits
Printed tops by Sarah Liller
Cuffs by Bela Koi
It was my first time attending the Thread Show, and it went beyond my expectations with its top notch selection of jewelry and apparel designers, many of whom are local (and very friendly). I enjoyed chatting with Teresa and Emily from The Style Map (pictured directly above) and Eliza, a talented illustrator from Run With Fashion.
After admiring the concert ticket belt buckles by Rock My World, the sequin flares and fringed vests by Leah Milana, cozy sweaters by Santiago Knits, and a black velvet dress with an open back from Excess Baggage, I wandered down the block for a long overdue visit to Santee Alley for more shopping. To my surprise, two fruit vendors vehemently protested while I snapped a photo of their food, and then a third fruit vendor kindly welcomed my enthusiasm to take photos. The watermelon and mango looked so refreshing. When all was said and done several hours later, I was the proud owner of a lace fringe top and a handful of sparkly bracelets that will likely be displayed on Instagram, my all-time favorite app. (You can follow me @thekeytochic.)
