By Laura McAlisterAndrea Brown may not know how to sew one stitch, but if you take one look at the mother of three, it's obvious she does know fashion.Seeing her dressed in skinny jeans paired with a long, sleeveless cardigan and platform sandals recently, it's not surprising her clothing line and business is gaining national attention.The Vestavia Hills mom is … [Read more...]
Rising Design Star Finalist Plans a Stylish Career
By Laura McAlisterSince Lauren Reeder was a little girl, she's had a love for fashion.Whether it was playing dress-up at her house or trying on shoes while her mother shopped, her interest in clothing started at an early age.Her high school peers even named her Best Dressed for the yearbook Who's Who for her style, which Lauren describes as "conservative with some … [Read more...]
A New Twist on Yoga
By Laura McAlisterIn addition to the popular cobra and downward dog poses, Annie Damsky said her yoga classes often include some less conventional postures, like maybe an alligator or a flamingo. It all depends on her students.Annie is owner of Villager Yoga, opening Jan. 16 in Cahaba Heights. In addition to traditional classes, the former marketing professional also … [Read more...]