Yesterday was the finale of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York. Twice a year, the best and brightest designers gather to show their lines to celebrities, stylists, buyers and the interested public. What walked down the runway this week will be influencing the fabrics, colors and cuts of the clothes available to you this fall. […]
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Trekking and Shopping in Sapa, Vietnam
One of my favorite things about visiting southeast Asia is the chance to learn more about the indigenous people and their culture. In Vietnam alone, there are at least 54 different ethnic groups around the country. Each has its own traditions and identifying clothing. Last March, I stayed for a few days in the Sapa, […]
A Tsechu Market in Bumthang, Bhutan
This WanderShopper never seems to do anything in moderation. “Go big or go home” has been one of my rules for living and it was definitely in effect for my first visit to Bhutan a few years ago. I had always been fascinated by Buddhist iconography and had heard so many amazing things about Bhutan. […]