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What’s better than an utterly perfect frock? One that also happens to be made by traditional weavers in Ethiopia as a way to inspire economic independence among local artisans. Model and World Health Organization’s Goodwill Ambassador for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Liya Kebede, manages to do both with LemLem, her line of swoon-worthy dresses, tunics and scarves. Part bathing suit cover-up, part überchic dress, the Tibeb Tunic is at the tippy top of our shopping list for its chameleon like properties.
Find it:
Barneys New York, NorthPark
469/221-4700
www.barneys.com
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American Apparel’s newly expanded kid’s line is imbued with the same mellow/hipster vibe as their (wholly addictive) adult pieces. Standouts include colorful tie-dye dresses, striped tees perfect for the pint-sized Francophile and, the pièce de résistance, gold metallic leggings that will infuse even the most staid outfit with some mini-rock star cred.
Find it:
American Apparel, NorthPark and Mockingbird Station
888/747-0070
www.americanapparel.com
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Former Brooklynites Alicia and Adam Rico have managed to create what is quite possibly Dallas’ hippest flower shop. Bows and Arrows is part art gallery space, part lush, chic flower shop. Alicia also offers monthly flower-arranging classes—a perfect venue for your next girls’ night. A $100 fee includes instruction, flowers, vase, use of tools, wine and cheese—plus the confidence that you could work magic with any standard grocery store bouquet.
Go there:
1925 Greenville Ave.
214.828.2697
www.bowsandarrowsdeluxe.com
