Bekväm Clothing

Bows, scallops and Peter Pan collars: Feminine, hand-crafted womenswear and accessories from Oregon

Bekväm Clothing, named for the Sweedish translation of the word “comfortable,” is meant to be easy to wear, with simple lines and pretty, feminine details. The cuts are classic, yet contemporary; scalloped details and Peter Pan collars dominate its spring lookbook. The garments are crafted with natural materials, relying heavily on organic cotton, linen, silk and hemp. Hannah Elise, a college student and self-taught clothing …

Sustainable Exchange: Methods and Practices for Collaborative Partnerships

NYC designers gather for eco-savvy workshops on how to work together

This weekend, New York’s Toda Design Studio opens its doors to for a workshop series under the heading “Sustainable Exchange: Methods and Practices for Collaborative Partnerships.” Organized by designer Megan Howard, the three-day event features local artists and fashion designers who will share how they utilize sustainable design in their work. By illuminating the potential of sustainable consumption, production and business methods for someone who …

The Sion District, Belo Horizonte

Caipirinha chocolates and toast coasters in our guide to Brazil's hidden city

The focus on Brazil’s tourist meccas of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Salvador makes Belo Horizonte—the country’s third largest city and where I stayed on my recent visit to art park Inhotim—all the more appealing. Full of hidden gems, the city’s a worthy stopover when traveling to Brazil, exemplifying another angle of the famous Brazilian hospitality. The Sion neighborhood stands out as one of …