“I believe through creativity and design we can make anything beautiful. Beauty isn’t the material sitting fallow in a warehouse somewhere. The beauty is when you start using repetition, and function, and purpose, and light and shadow”…”giving new life to these materials and give them a reason to be in this world again,… and that energy you feel when you’re in the spaces, and its very positive, and it feels progressive and it feels right to me.” ~ Mike Moore

In launching a new direction for my design firm, Analog Design Studio, we collaborated with Mike Moore to create a video that would help express his firm’s message while crafting our visual language in the medium of film. We have put a lot of creative passion into creating this biopsy of Tres Birds Workshop. The documentary uncovers the passion and desire of their firm to create beautiful spaces and experiences through the reuse of objects to create healthy desirable spaces that take on a new life while expressing the past. The workshop explains their use of light, materials, and function making their work both contemporary and timeless. We hope you love this piece as much as we do, enjoy!

production co. – Analog Design Studio [www]
documentary subject – Tres Birds Workshop [www]
music provided by – Mind Things [www]

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones NYC.
3 Outfits: online store – INTERMIX

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. Rag and Bone Sand Leather Biker Jacket 2. Rag and Bone Sheer Feather Print Top 3. Alexis Bittar Abstract Tier Snake Chain Necklace 4. J Brand Bette Wonderama Wide Leg Jeans 5. SUPER Sunglasses Lucia Summer Safari Puma 6. Joie Windy Crisscross Leather Platform Sandals

[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. Tucker Silk Wrap Jumpsuit 2. Minnie Rose Cashmere Fringe Poncho 3. Alexis Bittar Modernist Encased Oval Earrings 4. Alexis Bittar Bead and Stone Necklace 5. Theodora & Callum Biarritz Linen Platform Wedge Pastel Ikat

[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. Fallon Multi-Chain Rose Bib Necklace 2. Topsecret Double Agent Lace Bralet 3. Rag and Bone Skinny Stretch Wax Denim (Midnight) 4. Helmut Lang Wisp Button-Down 5. Sergio Rossi T-Strap Open Toe Leather Stilettos

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones NYC.

3 Outfits: online store – OTTE

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. See by Cloe Bi-Color Cardi 2. 12th Street By Cynthia Vincent Floral Shirt 3. Arielle De Pinto Web Necklace in Rust 4. Citizens Of Humanity Boogie Shorts 5. Callen Cordeero Papi Weave Belt 6. Common Projects Strap Sandal

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones NYC.

3 Outfits: online store – Bird

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. Phillip Lim Sleeveless Stripe Rope Dress 2. Christopher Lemaire Brass Cuff 3. Lign 6 Martin Margiela 4. Tsumori Chisato Leopard Dot Scarf 5. No 6 Lace Up Corstet Clogs

Time-lapse video has definitely been overdone and when done well still struggles to keep one’s attention. While Mindrelic’s video of Manhattan can lose you at points, I feel it is overall well done and entertaining. The use of panning, crane shots and car mounts really takes the normal time-lapse shot to another level of depth. Using the busy subject of Manhattan is a no-brainer, but the quality and quantity of shots throughout the city really steals the show. I look forward to seeing where Mindrelic’s next video will take us. Meanwhile, enjoy!

Check out Mindrelic’s website here [www]

Mindrelic – Manhattan in motion from Mindrelic on Vimeo.

[+] Image via Mindrelic

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones NYC.

3 Outfits: online store – Hunting And Collecting

3 Adjectives: Adjectives: Euro, Pretty, Dashing

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. Hand Made Scarf bu Jan-Jan Van Essche 2. Henley by Assembly NY 3. Count Pants by Libertine-Libertine 4. The Khaki Leather Sunglasses by Veronique Branquinho 5. Achilles Vintage Low by Common Projects

I couldn’t be more inspired by SUNO, One of my latest obsessions, and a company that I truly strives to model my own production practices after.

At first glance, the textiles blow you away. The textures, colors, and silhouettes of the pieces are a design dream, one that could only subtly dance around in my head but to truly conceptualize such an equally harmonious and chaotic view is that of sheer genius.

As I gather my jaw from the floor I remind my self that design is only a fraction of what makes up a company and when I think of SUNO, it’s their production practices in Kenya (and an obvious source of pattern inspiration) that I envy as much as I do the designs.

The majority of the collection is produced in Kenya with tailors who, although already quite skilled, also receive regular training by expert tailors brought in by SUNO. SUNO’s dedication to developing a sustainable and socially responsible business is not limited to our work in Kenya. Currently we do at least 70% of our production in Kenya, all our beaded and embroidered work happens in India, and we also produce a handful of pieces in NYC with our sample factory in the garment district.

As I return from my trip to Bogotá Columbia this week, Keeping these practices in mind is as important as it is to be sustainable and produce locally, as it’s of equal importance to practice supporting and influencing industries outside of our realm…after all, the design world is forever referencing the artesian crafts available around the globe, why not support them, rather than rip them off??

To keep up with my adventures in Collaborative Design for Piperline via Columbia stay tuned into my blog. gretchenjonesnyc.tumblr.com

[+] click image for slideshow – photos: via SUNO

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones NYC.

3 Outfits: online store – ASOS

3 Adjectives: Adjectives: Dapper,Sexy, Urban

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones 1. Herschel Settlement Backpack 2. Percival Denton Short Sleeve shirt 3. Edwin 77 Slim Fit Chinos 4. Converse coast lightweight Stamp-Down Plimsolls 5. Paul Smith Jeans Leather Belt 6.Marc by Macr Jacobs Aviator Sunglasses

Gretchen Jones just announced today that her e-commerce element to her site is now live and she is proud to announce the opportunity for you to purchase signature GJ Jewelry pieces starting today. Her jewelry is made to order, hand crafted, and domestically produced.
Check out her website here: [www].

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones.

3 Outfits: online store – ASOS [WOMEN]

3 Adjectives: Adjectives: Cheap Thrill, Darling, Hip

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with GretchenJonesNYC 1. Equipment Two Pocket Silk Shirt 2. TBA Leather Shorts 3. ASOS Slinky Over The Knee Socks 4. See By Chloe Wooden Wedge Sandal 5. Ray-Ban Clubmaster Sunglasses

[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with GretchenJonesNYC 1. One teaspoon Tie Back Bandeau Maxi Dress 2. ASOS Boudoir Twist Bandeau Lace Body 3. Fusion Tie Dye Crochet Cardigan 4. ASOS Wide Brim Fedora 5. Elizabeth and James Sawyer Wedge 6. ASOS REVIVE Statement Angular Brass Earrings with Perspex Stud Detail

[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with GretchenJonesNYC 1. ASOS Chiffon Sleeve Wrap Body Suit 2. Louise Amstrup Cotton Trousers In Wide Leg 3. Oasis Mixed Floral Belt 4. Made Saa Black Satin & Multi chain disc necklace 5. Swedish Hasbeens Braided Heeled Clog 6. ASOS Felt Boater Hat With Leather-Look Trim

Artist and Zeitgeist author Erin Donnelly has put out this new series of paintings in an astonishingly short 4 months timespan. Her new work is focused on her childhood memories at Pinecrest Lake in Northern California. Her show is being held at the Arts Council of the Valley – Smith House in Harrisonburg, VA. So if your on the east coast this is your rare chance to see this west coast girls talent in the flesh. More on the gallery details here: [www]

Check out more of Erin’s work here [www] and her blog here [blog]

[+] Image © Erin Donnelly

[+] Image © Erin Donnelly

[+] Image © Erin Donnelly

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones.

3 Outfits: online store – Bona Drag[Women's]

4 Adjectives: Adjectives: Naughty,Nice,Sugar,Spice

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with Mothlove 1. Karen Walker Patsy Crystal Tea 2. Madison Harding Camel Delilah PLatforms 3. Pamela Love Eye Exvoto Necklace 4. Pamela Love Silver Mood Riing 5. Pendleton Meets Opening Ceremony Camel Fedora Hat 6. To Be Adored sheer paneled mira dress

The last thing I ever feel like shopping for is a swim suit, for obvious reasons, I know we all go through this but recently I would give anything to be able to slap on a lil’ bikini number and hit the beach! Let us all say our prayers to the solar deity, and keep our fingers tightly crossed for those warm beautiful penetrating rays that will breathe life back into our soul! Not only will said rays bring the promise of a happier Gretchen, they will all give us a chance to go out and devour Lilibons new line of exquisitely fancy and sexy bathing suits that have been coined “beach lingerie” and who wouldn’t want to be seen in that?!

As far as I am concerned this world could use a little less sleazy and a little more classically sexy. I’m talking 40’s pin up with a little lace accent and silhouettes that would make Betty Grable swoon. I’m talkin’ Emilie Bon! This gal is a wiz when it comes to resort-wear, maybe it had to do with her upbringing in the French Riviera or maybe, (just maybe) she’s a women after my own heart, one who understands my desire to look and feel sexy as well as smart, modern and totally chic. So now that I have my beach attire locked in for spring summer/11 all I need now is some sunshine and a lift to the beach, who’s with me?!

[+] Image via Emilie Bon

Everynone, a New York film team, has produced another video based on one simple word, Symmetry. Their videos continue to be visually enjoyable to watch, and leaving most of us with the thought of, “Why didn’t I think of that”. If you have time check out all of their videos. Enjoy Everynone’s website here [www]

Symmetry from Everynone on Vimeo.

[+] Image via Everynone.com

[+] Image via Everynone.com

Wednesday Window Shoppe is a weekly series put together by fashion designer Gretchen Jones.

3 Outfits: online store – DEAR FIELDBINDER

3 Adjectives: Adjectives: HAWT,HANDSOME,HARMONIOUS.

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[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with Mothlove 1. Popomomo Desert Dress 2. Arabella Ramsay Jackaroo Fringe Jacket 3. Marais USA Flat Braided Sandel sienna 4. Vanessa Mooney Arrowhead Pendant necklace 5. Vanessa Mooney Vintage African Bead Bracelet

[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with Mothlove 1. Mink Pink Vivian Tunic Shirt 2. Wood Wood Sadie Pants 3. Coclico Equel Shoe 4. Nettie Kent Fringe Earrings 5. Collina Strada Novella Duo Bag

[+] click image to enlarge – Outfits arranged by designer Gretchen Jones with Mothlove 1. Sophomore Slub Henley Coral Print 2. Mink Pink Trim and Terrific Shorts 3. Coclico Dixan Wedge 4. Iosselliani Shell Fringe Necklace 5. Collina Strada Cartella Bag