Tamara Gonzales and Andrea Bergart’s “Popsicle Puddle” Nail Wraps

Designed by Brooklyn-based artists, these accessories evoke a melting-hot NYC summer

by Chermelle D. Edwards For LA-based former Kickstarter project Scratch‘s summer release, the brand worked with two Brooklyn-based artists—Andrea Bergart and Tamara Gonzales—on a design aptly named “Popsicle Puddle.” The artists collaborated on each step of the graphic nail print, and the result is reminiscent of the oftentimes bold, colorful art covering various walls and fences in Bushwick (where the two Bergart and Gonzales became …

CH25: Roxie Darling

The NYC colorist boldly defining the next chapter of hair

Hair is one of the biggest (or perhaps most obvious) expressions of personal style. Coloring it makes a statement, showing how daring we can—or who we want to—be. While many go with natural shades, increasingly others opt for bright, adventurous hues, as evidenced by Manic Panic’s resurgence. For the visionary hair colorist at NYC’s Hairstory Roxie Darling, everything around her is inspiration. The 27-year-old draws …

Food-Themed Pins and Brooches

From a 40 oz to cherry pie, mischievous accessories with no expiration date

Over the past couple of years enamel pins of all kinds have seen a huge comeback—from the NYC-made sporty and playful Prize Pins, to Melbourne-based Georgia Perry‘s celebrity portraits and Hungry Eyes‘ personified dishes. Food-themed apparel also saw a rise in popularity, but oftentimes leaned too far in the Tumblr-wear direction for many. With this selection of food-themed enamel pins, we have found a way …