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Video: The Making of the Versalette

In February, we went to North Carolina to observe the production process of the Versalette. We learned how so many little things have to come together to make one garment, and we wanted to share our experience with all of you.

Each step of manufacturing happens in the USA, which nowadays, is a rare and special thing in the fashion industry. We’re proud of each and every detail that goes into the making of our first piece — and it’s something all of you can be proud of, too.

So, without further ado, we present “The Making of the Versalette.” Or watch it on our (new!) website here! {r}

VIDEO: FEAR & FAST-PITCHING (WITH BLOOPERS!)

{Note: We’re no longer accepting internship applications. We’ll be announcing the two new additions to our team soon!}

Two weeks ago, we found out we were one of the 13 finalists chosen to present at the RISE Austin Social Innovation Fast Pitch competition.

In other words, we had 14 days to take our entire company message and narrow it down into a 60-second speech. It would be the first time we had ever presented our idea to a live audience, in front of a panel of judges. click to read more

THE MAKING OF THE VERSALETTE: SOURCING BUTTONS IN BROOKLYN

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Video: Backstage with {r}evolution apparel

In between photographing, styling, directing and designing, we managed to shoot some video footage of the first {r}evolution apparel photo shoot. Today, we’re sharing a few more glances of our signature piece with the making of our “lifestyle” shoot. Enjoy! {r}

Music credit: “Vagabond” by Wolfmother

Video: Where We've Been & Where We're Going

As things have progressed over the past six months we’ve grown our fan base and seem to be acquiring a new audience by the day. To catch everyone up to speed, we thought we’d put together this short update video that chronicles the progression of {r}evolution apparel. After all, The Beatles said it best…

Video: Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Going

It’s Not About Ideas, It’s About Making Ideas Happen

99 Percent is a one-of-a-kind resource. It’s the website of a think-tank, focusing on what happens between inspiration and results. The tagline says it all: “It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.”

Today I stumbled across this video, “If I Knew Then What I Know Now: Advice for Young Creatives.” Sometimes it’s good to see people who are at a totally different stage in the game and reminisce about their beginnings.

When you’re having one of those frustrating days and would rather search through Monster.com than think about that great-yet-daunting idea, 99 Percent is there for inspiration. It’s a great tool for learning about leadership, organization, financing, creativity, and the rewards of perseverance. {r}

Video: All We Want for Christmas

Video: "Real World Antigua"

Today we’re introducing our Guatemalan family and giving you an inside peek into our daily life here. Every single day consists of eating, sleeping, Spanish tutoring, and business planning. So, here’s the proof: it’s not all fun and games…

(Well, it kind of is.) {r}

Video: “Real World Antigua”

(Well, it kind of is.) {r}

Video: Two Gringos in Guatemala

I met Kristin in the small, colonial town of Antigua, Guatemala on Tuesday and ever since, the ball has been rolling. We wake up around 7am every day to tackle our business plan, determining our target market and marketing strategy. In the afternoons, we take individual Spanish classes with Jose and Karla, a couple who runs Latinoamerica Spanish Academy from their home.

On Saturday, we took the morning to visit the central market and browse through some of the local apparel, hoping to find inspiration for our own clothing line. {We have decided what we want to produce, but we haven’t quite figured out how. We’ll be sharing our ideas and plans this week — our big reveal!}

This is a short video of us in the markets of Antigua. {r}

Video: The Adventure Begins…

I check into Logan Airport today, connect in Miami, and arrive in Guatemala City by the afternoon (pending how Tropical Storm Richard behaves). In this video post, I talk about our plan for the next few weeks and reveal our new travel itinerary. Let the games begin… {r}

Video: Your 5-Year Autobiography

Shannon shares one of her favorite techniques in applying the law of attraction and making it work for you.

What do you want to do in the next five years? {r}

Here’s a PDF to help get you started: Your 5-Year Autobiography

Video: How to Cope with Change {Part II}

How does one “deal” with change? What do we do to make ourselves overcome the mental obstacles regarding big changes in our lives?

Kristin talks about her coping methods, and shares some photos from the last time she made a big change — and almost backed out.

What do you do to soothe your mind and power through “scary” times? {r}

Video: How to Cope with Change {Part 1}

Change is a funny thing. You make a decision to do something big–and then, right before the change is supposed to happen, you get the notion to back out. Turn around, walk away, and go back to your comfort zone.

Kristin talks about leaving for Guatemala in a few days–and her resulting anxiety. {r}

(Note: Shannon will be joining her in late October)

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