Enter Ana's Closet

From pretty pink, pale green and custom made to dramatic tones, artful flair and handmade cool, a girl's bedroom is her sanctuary - her closet a treasure chest!  If you haven't toured Ana's closet yet, take a spin by clicking on the photos below and let us know what you think.  

We've also found some videos of absolutely cool girl's rooms just for a little inspiration. Enjoy!

View from the Work Room: Fanciful Swag and Are Those Business Cards?

At events and meetings or simply bopping around town, I always have business cards with me.  You never know what opportunities to connect may present themselves!  But I was determined to have something beyond the basic business card, so thanks to our friends at Blink we came up with a pink button-like tag that has the Ana Louie logo on one side and my contact information on the other.  I can't tell you how great the response has been!  People love these things.

In working with Blink we've also had the opportunity to create some fanciful swag to support or front office marketing efforts: a pencil bag and sketch case, tote bag, key chains and more.  The coolest thing is that because Ana Louie was inspired by (and named after) the sketches of my 8 year old daughter, the pencil case makes total sense!  P.S.  It also works really well for storing mom's make-up.

If you're interested in receiving swag, press kits, or any other Ana Louie fun, please send me a note and let me know annmarie@analouieapparel.com

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How to Use a Pencil Case as an Evening Bag for Ladies Young and Old

Looking for a fun handbag alternative for ladies young and old?  May we suggest a pencil case.  That’s right!  Today there are so many beautiful, chic and stylish options meant for storing pencils but they can be used for special occasion bags too!  In her book Style, Kate Spade says “It probably seems a little unconventional, but I really do use PENCIL CASES as evening bags.  I like that they’re small and have such a compact design.”  We agree! 

Here are some very cute finds:

 

 

 Check Target and CoolPencilCase.com as well as your favorite designer's website for more options.

Did you know:  “While today most pencil cases are rectangular in shape, early pencil cases were round or cylindrical. In the mid-1800s, sterling silver pencil cases were made in London to house telescoping pencils. “ -eHow

View from the Work Room: Tresures of Lace and the Sash Say Party Dress

The first thing I see when I look at out Sash Say dress is the lace!  On this piece it's not simply a finish for textural element, the lace is the standout.  It starts at the neckline, flows over the shoulders, runs down the front and finally ties around the back.  I was not quite aware of the sheer number of options available when it comes to lace or the history of such a fine and detailed element - I did know however that nothing says a young ladies party dress like a lace!

"Lace is, by definition, an artefact without provenance. Many pieces were used and re-used by succeeding generations. In many cases it is possible to recognise the style of construction, although since many lace makers were copying each other’s techniques, one cannot be certain that for example a piece in the style of Bedfordshire was actually made there." -http://www.laceforstudy.org.uk/about/

The darker lace, used on the Sash Say, is Midland Lace made of viscose.

425 Magazine Features Ana Louie in its Fall Kid's Fashion Spread

We are thrilled that the Ana Louie Equestrian Jacket is included in 425 Magazine's fall feature on children's fall style. It is paired with Blu Pony Vintage Violet Clara B. Dress; Report Footwear "Tiffani" flats and Snoqualmie Valley Eyecare glasses. Pick up a copy of the September/October 2011 issue today!

Also check out this very cute behind the scenes video of the photo shoot:



Big THANK YOU to 425 Magazine for including Ana Louie.