Indie Designers: artLAB

by Ashe on November 9, 2009

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There are so many great designers saved in my Etsy, that many times I accidentally rediscover old favorites. Such is the case for artLAB (who also manages Patricia Ayres as well).

What I love about artLAB is how the pieces have this simplicity to them while also projecting luxury and architect. When I picture myself wearing them, I get this (perhaps vain) image of myself as “that woman”– that woman you see & think all woman in her city must dress like that, that she epitomizes her city’s style. The pieces are raw and chic, with these influences that remind me of medical wear and industrial designs.

While I absolutely adore the above ruffled bib harness, I could totally see Jordana/Clutch 22 wearing it so well, too. The ruffled collar gives me visions and fantasies for Mardi Gras costumes, while the cincher? It really just makes me kind of swoony…. it seems I haven’t gotten over my fixation with ruffles (and I doubt it will happen any time soon).

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Kristen November 9, 2009 at 10:25 am

i really like that ruffle bib as well.
.-= Kristen´s last blog ..Links A La Mode =-.

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Christy November 9, 2009 at 11:31 am

The ruffle bib hurts it is so good!
.-= Christy´s last blog ..Mannequin Mondays =-.

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Styletastic November 9, 2009 at 11:46 am

wow, so cute! I always feel stumped when i log on to etsy, there are so many good things on there i can’t see the forest for all the trees!
.-= Styletastic´s last blog ..My fridge =-.

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jennine November 9, 2009 at 12:43 pm

i love artlab!
.-= jennine´s last blog ..Wendy, Queen of Hearts =-.

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Michelle November 9, 2009 at 1:32 pm

I love ArtLab! Their destroyed t-shirt dresses are AMAZING.
.-= Michelle´s last blog ..Marvelous Monday! =-.

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jordana November 9, 2009 at 3:15 pm

You know me too well! I love this stuff and hadn’t seen these pieces before! Thanks for thinking of me!
.-= jordana´s last blog ..Jordana Meets Gordana! =-.

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Alicia November 10, 2009 at 12:28 am

Yes, yes and yes. That cincher is definitely a go.
.-= Alicia´s last blog ..In The Streets 002: Empire State of Mind =-.

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Serena from Style on a String November 15, 2009 at 3:03 pm

I want EVERYTHING pictured

Especially that belt, and that drapey top… oh gosh

Style on a String :: Because style has nothing to do with money.
.-= Serena from Style on a String´s last blog ..Sunday’s Style Inspiration =-.

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Tara November 15, 2009 at 9:50 pm

I love perusing artlab’s crazy, avant-garde creations! Such amazing stuff.
.-= Tara´s last blog ..Weekend Links. =-.

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K8 November 17, 2009 at 9:39 am

such stunning designs! I really love the cream cowl with the flower applique…so romantic.
.-= K8´s last blog ..Cow Girl Heaven by Houstina Summers. =-.

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