By Laura McAlisterMegan Crane isn't just using her fun, flirty designs for fashion. With a cute little teal number she designed in 2010, she's helping fund research for an early detection diagnostic test for ovarian cancer.Inspired by a young woman who lost her life to ovarian cancer, Megan, the designer for the Florida-based Judith March … [Read more...]
Spring Fashion 2011
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Tees with a Twist
By Laura McAlisterCahaba Heights has a new bar, but this one is serving up something a little different.Jamie Holley and Shannon Hopkins recently opened green tees, an embellishment bar with endless possibili(tees), in the back of their urban green shop. At this bar, the main item on the menu is fabric – and lots of it.Customers can choose … [Read more...]
A Comforting Solution
By Laura McAlisterWhen Sally Smith was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003, she had plenty to worry about.While fighting for her life, she was also fighting with her insurance company to provide her coverage. In a five-month period, she underwent five surgeries, including a double mastectomy and reconstructive breast surgery. She also had to undergo … [Read more...]
A Stylish Point of View
By Laura McAlister Brent Howell has always had a passion for fashion. He just never really thought it would get him anywhere – until recently, that is.About a year ago, Howell started his own men’s clothing line, Southern Point Co. His classic polos and button downs can now be seen in storefronts of retailers in Birmingham and all across the Southeast, and several … [Read more...]