By Emily Williams-Robertshaw While 2020 was the year of social distancing and e-commerce, local retailers have seen a distinct return to stores this summer as people rediscover their own style. According to B. Prince owner Bezshan Dolatabadi, the store began getting an insurgence of customers beginning in April. That rise has continued through June and July, which normally … [Read more...]
Forged With Purpose: Jewelry Line Elia Fulmen Aims to Foster Communities of Empowerment
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw Birmingham-based fine jewelry brand Elia Fulmen seeks to foster empowered communities one charm at a time. The mission of the gold vermeil jewelry line, established by Birmingham resident Whitney Wright, is not so much about the product as its purpose. “When I meet new people, most assume that I am a brand advocate, so they’ll ask me how I met … [Read more...]
What’s In for Fall Fashion 2021?: ‘Classic Styles But with A Comfortable and Modern Twist’
Trends last fall focused on accessories as people created collections of masks. People traded suits and slacks for sweatpants and leggings. We caught up with local retailers to see how fashion has evolved this summer and what is in store this fall. What trends are you most excited about for fall of 2021? “We are very excited about the amount of luxe fabrics and … [Read more...]
Trading Places: Newly Branded Premo Factory Brings Together Birmingham Trades with National Footprint
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw The newly branded Premo Factory is putting Birmingham on the map for creative manufacturing. When Elegant Earth President Chadwick Stogner was looking for a home for the company’s garden-inspired furniture manufacturing operations, he saw potential in a warehouse in Norwood at 1700 Vanderbilt Road that had seen better days. Over time, the factory … [Read more...]
‘The Future Is Bright’: Hope Gala Honors Four Cancer Patients and Survivors
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw After shifting to an all-virtual experience last year, the American Cancer Society’s 41st annual Hope Gala will take place in person this year on Aug. 21. Co-chairs Crawford Bumgarner, Kathleen Doss and Jeamer Nichols have chosen the theme “The Future is Bright” for this year’s celebration. “This theme reflects not only the bright future of … [Read more...]