It's all in the details, isn't it? Conni Jespersen from Art In The Find demonstrates how to stylishly change up one outfit from a morning at the farmers market and an afternoon coffee date, to transition seamlessly to a girls night downtown or a date
At 21 years old, Stephanie Carter decided she wanted start her own clothing retail business called DéjàVu. Filled with ambition and determination, she began by selling women’s apparel at Alabama country clubs and sorority houses. With her dedication to her customers and eye for the
We don't do this often, but in the case of Kickstarter (to which we owe the production of our very first issue!) we felt it necessary and incredibly exciting to share the pursuits of one of our own here at Darling: the vocal talent of managing
Last month saw the release of our Spring Issue No. 7 and we had the best time getting to celebrate and meet so many of you at the wonderful Alchemy Works downtown. With the amount of work that goes into every issue, it's incredibly important to us
With the spring comes a feeling of rejuvenation and excitement. Flowers begin to bloom and the days become a little sunnier, so what better way to welcome the freshness of the season then with our second Darling Dinner. Held in the heart of LA's arts district
A creative can dream up anything. A creative designer can take what is already present to produce something beautiful, functional, and that's a go-to wardrobe staple. Lauren Hong of Lauren Olivia & Co. is one such designer who creates clutches with a global perspective. Her focus is
For those days when errands are a plenty, Taylor Nelson and One Sparrow Creative demonstrate that style doesn't have to be an item crossed off your to-do list. Kimono: Forever 21 (similar) Ruffled Tunic: Free People (similar) Hat: Free People - Dress: Vintage Belt: Francesca's Socks: Free People Sandals:
Families come in all shapes and sizes. What intrigues us about them is that no two are alike, no two are composed of the same people, the same talent or, commonly, not even the same genetic makeup. Sometimes, families come together easily while others take
Louiza Babouryan is a Los Angeles based fashion designer who mixes textiles and textures rather than color and print. Made of luxurious silks, wools and linens, Louiza’s collection is minimal, yet romantic, creating a juxtaposing signature style filled with graceful details. In addition to being
Today we're pleased to introduce you to the hauntingly beautiful, yet incredibly inspired sounds of Joseph, three sisters from the Pacific Northwest who quit their nannying jobs to take to traveling and playing the West Coast. With their debut album, Native Dreamer Kin, out just
In anticipation of shipping out our newly minted copies of Issue No. 7, we wanted to give you an exclusive sneak-peek of what you'll be finding inside. As a nod to the characteristics of spring, this issue explores the "heartbeat of life" -- examining what
In the quest for lasting health and natural beauty, there are many companies willing to help you along your journey. Yet, few of those companies actually combine the right blend of professional expertise with a solid business plan to yield a stellar product. Enter: January Labs. We
Caroline with her husband, Jayden, recently launched Elephant Landing in November of 2013. It's a non-profit company where the goal is to teach women of rural Indian villages how to sew and embroider. The products they make in their homes are sold with 100 percent
Kelly and Betony are the owners and founders of ALAS, a socially responsible and impeccably made sleepwear brand. Their travels have taken them all over India via bus, train and auto-rickshaw in search of the most ethical and environmentally conscious factories to partner with. Recently,
Liz Forkin Bohannon moved to Uganda after she graduated college in 2008 with a journalism degree. While there, she began Sseko Designs – creating sandals, scarves and leather bags – as a way to generate income for talented young women to go to university. As
In generations past, there was a common practice of frequently hosting and attending dinner parties where friends, families, co-workers, and communities would all come together. It would be an evening where both strangers and close friends alike would congregate and share a meal, bonding over conversation
In our final film collaboration with SoulPancake, we're taking a look at how we see our parents and thus, how we view ourselves as parents -- whether we're single, married, or already with children. Even if you've never stopped to consider how you might raise
We are so excited to share with you dreamers the newest release from singer/songwriter Paris Carney. A woman who seeks to uphold true femininity with strength, integrity, and that certain joie de vivre, we're big fans of her genuine heart and powerhouse talent. Be sure
We've teamed up with SoulPancake yet again to discuss what it means to bring femininity to the workplace. Do women need to become like men in order to achieve power and status? Are there ways we can be unique leaders in the world without dismissing
Macaron enthusiast and France transplant, Paulette Koumetz, opened ‘Lette Macrons in 2007 and currently has seven locations in southern California – the original and most popular being in Beverly Hills. Her kaleidoscope of French macarons boasts flavors like rose, salted caramel and earl grey tea
Besides being a mother, Ericka Burke is the owner and chef of Volunteer Park Café in Seattle, Washington. She uses locally grown (often from the garden behind the restaurant) and seasonal produce in her beloved pastries, sandwiches and other yummy meals. Once a month VPC
Tara Pelletier and Jeff Kurosaki met in the sculpture department of art school, never thinking their creative proclivities would later turn into a business. After receiving a bar of soap from a family friend's goat farm, curiosity sparked. Having always been interested in natural beauty
Inspired by a day spent strolling through NYC, this style break was brought to you by ever lovely and stylish blogger, Brynn Watkins. Who knew winter could look so chic? Outfit: Vintage Bag: Cuyana Boots: Target Have a suggestion for another style break? Let us know in the comments! All images via Sara
In our next installment of our SoulPancake collaboration "That's What She Said", we're looking at how culture views aging and death. What our are fears? How do we embrace aging with grace, wisdom, even excitement? We're pleased to share and start this discussion with you. How will you grow
This lady needs no introduction. You already know and love her poetry from our SoulPancake collaboration films, but in true Darling fashion we wanted to dig a little deeper and get to know the woman behind the words. We had the pleasure of interviewing Natalie Patterson
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSBv0VmS6Og[/embed] In accompaniment to our "Hosting Through History" article found in the most recent winter issue, we are pleased to debut this short film. May it put a smile on your face and idea in your head for your next social gathering. (Article found on page 49
We are thrilled to share our 7th issue with you, a celebration of “the heartbeat of life.” Within these pages you will find thoughtful musings on the width, depth and height of life, the moments that take our breath away, and the ones that make our hearts beat
Next up in our series collaboration with SoulPancake, a revealing look at what shapes our confidence and perspective. If you were encouraged and inspired through our last video, you're in for a treat with this one. We hope you enjoy! What inspires your confidence?
We're pleased to finally be able to introduce you to the SoulPancake + Darling Magazine collaboration that we first mentioned to you back in September. An honest conversation about beauty and body image, we hope you enjoy That's What She Said.
Whereas most young ladies enter college with a wide-eyed view on life and a vague idea of what they want out of a future career, 21 year old Rachel Schwartzmann discovered her passion in the midst of university applications and dared to turn that passion into