Burden Child at Vitae

Burden Child is a local label with a following, though it's been a little hard to find.  We're glad to announce it's back at Vitae, and the gal behind it all can also be found in the shop this Summer, lending a hand and knitting knitting knitting.  

Lauren of Burden Child has a knack for form fitting knits and a taste for luxurious fabrics.  The Summer line, debuted at the recent Accidental Industry Fashion Show, is a cool collection that definitely throws off some heat. The sophisticated looks in ashy tones and neon hues can take you from city nights to the beaches of San Tropez...and they just might, we don't know.  Life can be damn pretty.

Shop the Burden Child Summer 2013 collection at Vitae design collective now.  

Photos courtesy of Des Moines Metromix.

Fashion News

A Summer 2013 Accidental Industry Fashion Show has been announced, and we're pleased as spiked punch!  Whether you're an aspiring model, designer or general fan of fashion, plug in and stay tuned for a fantastic experience.  Check their facebook page and website for important dates and applications :)

www.facebook.com/AccidentalIndustry

www.accidentalindustry.com

New Acanthus Snake Tee's and Tank's

We released our new design at the AIFS show last weekend.  Since then I have printed it on several different shirts for men and women.  Plus look for snake hoodies next week! Everything pictured is available at Vitae and on Etsy right now. www.acanthusapparel.etsy.com

For the guys- American Apparel tri-coffee tri-blend tanks and a 50/50 American Apparel t-shirt in new silver. $24 each.

For the gals- Alternative Apparel Kimber tee, burnout and oversized for $32. I also have the snake racerback tank for $30.

Check out the snake t-dress. It was featured in the AIFS show last weekend. It's a great summer dress!

Acanthus Apparel Featuring Girl Friday

Before the AIFS show Acanthus and Girl Friday photographed their 8 fashion show looks.  All of the apparel is available now at Vitae and on Etsy, www.acanthusapparel.etsy.com. The Girl Friday jewelry is trickling in so make sure you stop by Vitae to get some of these summer looks.

Designers: Acanthus Apparel by Joshua and Alyssa Bowers, Girl Friday by Amber Hathaway

Stylist: Mayim Yael

Model: Natalia Trimnell

Hair Stylist: Amber Hathaway

MUA: Chloe Hall

Photography: Figment Art Photo

Save the Date

We are pleased to announce that some of the designers at Vitae will be participating in this spring's fashion show with the Accidental Industry!
 In case you aren't familiar, 'the Accidental Industry Show is a semiannual, independent production that showcases the creative spirit and high-fashion design of Des Moines and the Midwest. '

Co-founders Lucy Shay and Lacy Brunette are both the beauty and brains behind the production and we can't wait to see what they have in store for us.

Save the date! - The show is 9pm on Saturday, June 16th at the Brenton Skating Plaza downtown.

you can follow show updates through the Accidental Industry's site, or facebook page. 

Fashion Show No Accident

The Accidental Industry Fashion show last Friday was a well orchestrated major fashion event, and nothing less.  Kudos to the Producers Lacy Brunnette, Lucy Shay and Sarah Jae, they pulled off one hell of a production.  Most of us, after we regained our speech, could only mutter "when's the next show"?????

Well, stay tuned kittens - it's in the works!

Pictured from the top:  An elaborate collar look from Shu Shu maus, a layered lace gown by Magpie, and a black lace cocktail dress by Pink revolver, both available at vitae ;)