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<![CDATA[Collar, Stand + Tie - Blog]]>Fri, 18 May 2012 00:39:54 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[The Next Step for Collar, Stand + Tie]]>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:33:02 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2012/03/the-next-step-for-collar-stand-tie.htmlAs many of you may know, getting laid off was the "kick in the pants" I needed to start Collar, Stand + Tie. Since CS+T's debut at the MarketNYC in the fall of 2010, I have cherished each opportunity that has come before me due to my little line of accessories. I have met so many wonderfully creative photographers, artists, vendors, models and customers. I have learned where to go for fabric, labels, buttons, and thread. I have come to understand the importance of a good business card, a clear website and friends and family who will accept payment for their talents in trade.

What you may not know is that I have never lost sight of the dream of designing my own womenswear line. I started designing accessories because accessories were what I could afford to produce - and after the cost of fabric, buttons, thread, printer paper for tags, string, pins, building this website, renting a market table, suitcase for hauling my wares, cabs to and fro with that big suitcase, etc., I wondered how in the world I was ever going to get ahead. As a perfectionist, I knew that the womenswear collection I dreamed of would only happen if the time and the resources were right. In walks the Fashion Star opportunity.

I am so grateful to have the chance to design to my heart's content on NBC's Fashion Star, however, I will always pay homage to that original unisex tie I created, because for me, it is the source of inspiration for all that I design - the perfect masculine + feminine combination.

Please join me as CS+T takes the next step, starting March 13th at 9:30 EST on NBC. It's your journey, too, as I suspect if you are reading this, you helped me get here one way or another. Thank you. And thank you for your continued support.

For the latest updates, please follow my Fashion Star page on Facebook. Or, follow CS+T's journey on Twitter. AND - check back very soon - at long last, CS+T's unisex ties will be available ONLINE.

]]><![CDATA[Shop for the Holidays at The MarketNYC and Support Local Designers]]>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:12:54 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2011/11/shop-for-the-holidays-at-the-marketnyc-and-support-local-designers.htmlCS+T Scarves and Ties for everyone on your list!

]]><![CDATA[CS+T Cohosts Event with Bedford Street Laundry and the Ladies from Six Six Sick]]>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:39:56 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2011/03/cst-cohosts-event-with-bedford-street-laundry-and-the-ladies-from-six-six-sick.htmlSee you there!

]]><![CDATA[Label Me Thankful]]>Mon, 29 Nov 2010 13:06:45 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/11/label-me-thankful.html

So I recently ran out of labels (and ties for that matter). My first reaction - "Ohforgodsakes, just in time for the holiday season." But I quickly realized this is the best kind of problem to have, and that I have so much to be thankful for this holiday season. I am so grateful for the family, friends and loyal fans that have helped me along this year. I am grateful for the opportunity to sell at We The People and the various markets that have welcomed me in - and I am grateful for Label Kings - may my label order be ready early! This Sunday, December 5th, I will be selling at the King's County General Store at Southpaw in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Anxious to meet a new crowd and see the venue... The event is sponsored by Bust Magazine. My fingers are crossed that I will have labeled ties and scarves ready for purchase!

]]><![CDATA[Half the recipe, but Twice the fun!]]>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 09:41:39 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/11/half-the-recipe-but-twice-the-fun.htmlmy good friend (and eternal supporter), Tracy, ordered a hoodie scarf for her partner's birthday a little over a month ago. Knowing I had a bit of time before the special day, I decided that I had to include scarves for the entire family - Tracy, Lisa and their adorable twin boys, Nate and Sam. Little did I realize that I would receive the most incredible photos once the package arrived. Not to take away from Lisa's special day, but can you "Stand" these boys in hoodie scarves? I didn't think so. Thank you, T + L. Oh, and N + S, of course.

]]><![CDATA[Always nice to be called an "Up and Comer..."]]>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 08:27:10 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/11/always-nice-to-be-called-an-up-and-comer.html

And nice to be included on a list of "Essential Shopping in NYC." Click above for full list.

]]><![CDATA[CS+T's Short Documentary Debut]]>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:54:32 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/11/csts-short-documentary-debut.html

Last summer, I was interviewed on the street in SOHO - I had no idea that the interview would result in Collar, Stand + Tie's mention in the above short documentary, "Influencers." I am honored to be a small part of it! Here's to an androgynous influence... Click the above link to view the film. Enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[S.I.S. - Sister in Scarf]]>Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:36:35 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/10/sis-sister-in-scarf.htmlHappy Birthday to my sister (in a Heather Charcoal/Black Cloud Hood + Scarf)!

]]><![CDATA[HOT under the Collar]]>Fri, 22 Oct 2010 12:48:10 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/10/hot-under-the-collar.htmlIn the near future, Collar, Stand + Tie will be available ONLINE through soon-to-be-launched online retailer, PrimeOneThreeFive. Take a look at a recent photoshoot in LA in preparation for the online store below. I love how CS+T has been styled! Many thanks to Monique - buyer and stylist, extraordinaire!

]]><![CDATA[+ Wonderful Write Up +]]>Wed, 13 Oct 2010 11:53:05 -0800http://www.collarstandtie.com/1/post/2010/10/-wonderful-write-up.html

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