THE SAKI EDIT
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Happy August! Summer is 1000% my favorite season of the year - it’s the time to show off a little more skin, take your long-awaited vacay, and add some color into your wardrobe. I know it’s packed with events and flying by, but don’t forget to pause and allow yourself to be present. Enjoy this newsletter that took me months to complete because of life and summer’s craziness. 😊
Bermuda denim shorts have made a comeback & I’m not mad about it. Pair them with calf-high or knee-high boots, sneakers + crew socks, mule kitten heels, strappy flat sandals, or loafers. This is a great time to tell you we finally have a LTK Shop page. Find all my fave jorts there!
One of my favorite things to do in the summer, especially in Washington, is camping! We designed this custom closet for our client to house all outdoor activity gear for mountain biking, mountaineering, climbing, skiing, backpacking, camping, and hiking. Peep the drawer with organizers that fit perfectly - each section is labeled for easy packing and replenishing!
Sami Whitcomb
WNBA Seattle Storm player & Olympian:
Talk about a dream client! Sami completely trusted my vision. I wanted her Game Day looks to reflect her chill everyday style with a touch of By Saki. She’s the coolest and kindest human, making my job so easy! It has been so inspiring and fun to cheer on not only Sami but all of the athletes at the Paris Olympics! What’s your favorite sport? I’ll always be a gymnastics girly, but women’s basketball and soccer are my new faves!
Hi friends! Let’s dive right in! I’ve had some incredibly rewarding styling sessions in the first few months of 2024 - I styled a couple for the Grammys, a transgender person, and a few women who are entering a very pivotal chapter of their lives. All that to say, we are all humans going through a lot of the same struggles and insecurities. I’m so so grateful to play a supporting role in the time that we share together.
If you’re thinking of tackling spring cleaning projects - start with one space, one category, one drawer, just one step at a time. You got this!
THE TREND CYCLE
Remember Miranda Priestly’s blue sweater monologue in Devil Wears Prada? She breaks down the life cycle of a trend for Andy’s cerulean sweater, and I’ve created a, hopefully, less intimidating version of it.
1. CREATION/ RESURGENCE: High fashion houses & designers (re)introduce trend at fashion shows (e.g. fuzzy/furry details, icy blue)
2. TRENDSETTING: Fashion industry leaders & stylists start incorporating into wardrobes (e.g. Y2K fashion, studs, bows, colored tights)
3. MASS PRODUCTION: Trend peaks and is seen in the majority of retailers, social media, etc. (e.g. ballet flats, wide leg pants, oversized, sheer)
4. CONSERVATIVES: Trend on decline and showing up in discount stores - those who are hesitant to investing in fashion start to incorporate into wardrobe (e.g. skinny jeans)
5. LATENCY: Trend is irrelevant to the majority - this period does NOT mean you can’t wear a trend, except for fedoras
FAVORITE BRANDS: honoring Black history & women’s history months
TOVE STUDIO: TOVE is a contemporary brand of elevated feminine pieces, with distinct silhouettes that transition seamlessly between occasions.
ANDREA IYAMAH: Andrea’s collections are strongly inspired by elements of nature and celebrates her Nigerian culture with a modern twist.
VALERIE MADISON: The only Black-owned fine jewelry business in the Pacific Northwest.Bespoke pieces inspired by unique diamonds and gemstones.
AMSALE: Amsale offers luxurious bridal couture and evening wear with extended sizing (00-28). Their late founder was the first Black female member of the Council of Fashion Designers (CFDA).
AAKS: Akosua’s bags seek to conserve the provenance of Ghanian weaving as an art form. Each silhouette has story of its own.
ADORE ADORN: Adore Adorn jewelry is beautifully bold. They focus on slow fashion and the impact of over-consumption by designing custom products that protect margins.