Certain emerging and under-the-radar fashion labels have truly made their mark on the LustreLife style team, not to mention our closets. Currently, we are craving everything being created by Self-Portrait, Vetements, Emilia Wickstead, and Brandon Maxwell. These newer brands have whimsical prints that we can’t stop thinking about, gorgeous fabric pairings, and incredible silhouettes that contour to the body for […]

Launched a few shorts years ago, Self Portrait by Han Chong captures and conveys the ultimate la femme moderne. A contemporary collection artfully and consistently full of lace, peekaboo striping, corsets and, cutouts, Chong dexterously defines Self Portrait’s aesthetic along with his customer. Flattering, ladylike silhouettes are updated with partially lined mesh and lace alongside partially exposed mesh and lace.  […]

What started as a love affair with fashion, art and sports (particularly surfing in her native California) has transformed into a spectacularly brilliant business concept – the convergence of art and fashion.  Mother of Pearl founder, Maia Norman’s, passions emboldened her to create artistic alliances with that of her brand. Employing a different artist every season to influence and collaborate […]

You ever notice how some of the most discriminating and interesting pieces in your closet are from tiny shops that you happened to stumble upon during your travels? It’s those hidden stores that produce some of the most amazing treasures. But to make your life a lot easier, you can shop from all of these fabulous independent retailers online now […]