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my new Peggy in navy & red zig-zag is online today! I also finished a new Jane slim a-line in a polka-dot cotton jersey today. My new Jane skirt is the same cut as Poly but the cotton jersey has more stretch so it can be worn by more body types than Poly, yay! Click an image to shop now

 

 

The Isthmus Green Day upcycled fashion show went very well and was a super fun time. It was my first attempt at organizing a fashion show and I learned a lot, had a great time and the ladies looked fantastic! It was fun to see all of my looks put together.

Thanks so much to all of my lovely models, my friend Amy Brandt, stylists from Hair on Monroe and photos by Sam Dutcher! Thank you to Sarah from Serrv, Michelle from Annie & Me, and Stacy from A Stone’s Throw for participating too!

Here are some orangyporangy highlights…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Next Saturday April 21st at the Monona Terrace – join us for an upcycled fashion show! We’ve put together a unique line-up of upcycled, recycled, green & vintage clothing & accessories for this earth-friendly fashion show. We’re featuring some one-of-a-kind orangyporangy designs that are brand new and only available at the show or at ZIP-DANG!

The Isthmus all-day event starts at 9am til 5pm and features cooking demonstrations, eco-speakers and all sorts of local green goodness! Our fashion show will start at 12:45 on the main stage – admission is FREE, lots of family fun so stop by. You can also shop the looks you see in the show at our  ZIP-DANG booth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Local artist Juliette Crane was spotted wearing my NEW Peggy skirt for her opening at HATCH gallery in Madison, and she wears it well! Check out her fun & colorful paintings and see her work that Peggy skirt in her red tights and Tsubo mary janes…love it!

Tomorrow’s the big show in Milwaukee!! I will have lots of my new Ruby pocket skirts and Peggy  - both perfect for your holiday parties. Stop by and say hi, the show starts at 10am

So it’s officially fall, and every year I’m surprised by how many ladies pack up their skirts and hide them away until spring. I’m here to help those of you who cringe at the thought of anything but pants for fall & winter, find the tools to help keep you in skirts all year round!

It takes a little courage in the morning & a few basic wardrobe pieces to keep your skirts in circulation throughout the colder months. My low-maintenance style demands two important items for success, a basic fitted cardigan & a great pair of boots. A diverse collection of  tights & tall socks is also a great thing to cultivate. I’ve gathered some of my favorites & included links to make it easy to look cute without trying too hard this winter.

MY FAVORITE SWEATERS are cropped & fitted. They look best with skirts because they come in at the waist which is flattering on most every figure. If your top is too long or loose fitting you loose this important focal point. A cropped sweater also has more of a vintage look which I personally love.

here are some great fitted sweaters in a range of prices…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On to the hunt for THE PERFECT BOOTS. Seriously, I’ve been obsessing for months and still haven’t decided on a pair. A mid-height boot is best with a skirt that comes below the knee, it’s hard to find this season, most are riding boots that come up to the knee or higher. Here are some of my faves that combine utility, comfort & style…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Skirts & tights can be a sticky situation, so I have learned to pick tights that are made with mostly nylon. This type goes best with my Opal skirts and Jane Hoodie skirts. But I actually prefer a tall knee-high or over the knee sock with these styles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem is I’m addicted to sweater tights! They go well with a slim fitting a-line like Poly, and my new Peggy skirts. Here are a few places for warm & cozy sweater tights:

http://www.sockdreams.com/products/bella-woolissimo-tights

http://www.target.com/p/Merona-Collection-Women-s-Cable-
Sweater-Tights-Assorted-Colors/-/A-13699165

http://www.barenecessities.com/product.aspx?pfid=HUE12440&source=gbase&cm_mmc=GLBS-_-Hosiery-_-HUE12440-_-NA&term=HUE12440%20&mr:trackingCode=4A8713CB-12E3-E011-87D9-001B21A69EB8&mr:referralID=NA&mr:adType=pla

http://www.kohls.com/upgrade/webstore/product_page.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524892825106&pfx=pfx_
shopcompare&cid=shopping2&mr:referralID=941049f7-08f1-
11e1-931b-001b2166c2c0

Hope this guide is helpful, it’s just what I prefer, I don’t believe in rules. I know it’s getting cold, but it’s really not that much harder to layer-up and look cute in your skirts. Take it from someone whose life is so busy I consider myself an expert in low-effort dressing, you just need the right tools in your closet.

 

Wednesday night was a fun event for an important cause, four new orangyporangy looks walked the runway  for Domestic Abuse Intervention Services of Madison. Joining me on the runway were three women who each represented orangyporangy so perfectly, Kate Wodyn, Kathy Walsh, & Jen Erdman. They each brought their own personal flair to the looks and wore them well, I was so proud. These ladies are all women I have met because of skirts! It was an adventure for all of us, we spent most of the evening preparing and getting all dolled up then trying not to smudge our make-up. Thank you to DAIS, the event was nicely done. To get involved with future events or for more info visit:  : http://abuseintervention.org/

all runway photos by Timothy Hughes

Our latest a-line is Peggy, her structured flare is just in time for cooler weather. Peggy looks best with a shorter top that accentuates the waist and balances her fuller a-shape. Peggy is sewn in heavyweight cotton that holds its shape beautifully and has a little bounce, so it’s a fun skirt to wear. Peggy also pairs wonderfully with tights – no clinging to your legware for fall.

 

The show was great – I had so much fun with my BFF Emily Kircher Recycling Artist who was kind enough to share her booth with me this year! It was a bit hot but overall a great weekend. Thanks to all of you who stopped to say HI and shop.

see more photos from RENEGADE CHICAGO

 

RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR CHICAGO starts TOMORROW!!! I’m happy to say that I’m ALMOST finished sewing and will be ready soon. I love the Chicago show, it’s the best set up, we all line up in the middle of Division Street and the crowd walks a circle around us. There will be great food & drink, including coffee by one of my favorites – Intelligentsia, music and interactive arts & crafts for all. Stop by if you can -there will be over 300 artist and bands performing.

11AM- 7PM Saturday & Sunday
BOOTH 124 – I’m sharing my with my friend Emily of EKRA

I’m taking a a car-load of fun and colorful skirts for the show, I’ve made a new batch of  Vintage-Remix skirts that I’m super excited about. My favorite textile to sew with is once again making an appearance, the wonderful giant rooster tablecloth! I’m bringing three rooster designs to the show & I don’t expect them to last long. I also worked some amazing feedsacks into most of the new designs. Stop by and check out the new designs if you can….

 

 

Get this fantastic yellow cardigan to go with our new OPAL skirt design

at H&M – $18! In stores only in this color but online in these colors