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Eco Tee and Sailing Around the World

I take my role as Hippie Mama Clothing Tester quite seriously. When I got the Nouveau Soulflower Eco Tee I put it through the paces.  I didn’t just wear it, I have been living in it. Here’s what happened. I put it on and fell in love. It was one of those shirts that made me say “ahhhhhhh” when I put it on. It’s so soft and fit just right on my mama of two kids frame.

So I have been wearing it. And wearing it. And wearing it. And truth be told I don’t always wash it between wearing again and again. It’s my go-to tee these days and it’s takes a licking and keeps on looking fabulous. I have had baby spit on it, dead crab bits brought to me by my 7-year old son, I have spilled my kombucha all over it, I have been doused in sea spray, and I have sweat my fair share in this crazy summer heat. But this shirt still looks like new!

Then for grins I went and read about how it was made. The shirt is 50% organic cotton and 50% recycled p.e.t.  Seriously, how cool is that? I am wearing old plastic bottles that might have otherwise ended up in the landfill. No wonder it’s looking so good! And now I feel good too knowing it’s made of all kinds of good things, especially since I have a little one right next to me and the tee all the time.

Living in the small confines of a sailboat we cannot keep a lot of anything, especially clothes. But this little baby will make the cut and go around the world with us!

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Dresses that won’t slow you down

I’m an uptown girl. If you’re not from Minneapolis that may not mean much to you, but here it’s a young, bike riding, beer drinking, eco-conscious and original design making/buying/hanging/selling/wearing center of what The Onion calls “the rhubarb forest.” We also just received the title “Most Hipster City in the US” by BuzzFeed. I guess I really can’t argue with that, but I also have nothing to say about it.

For most seasons here in the city that swings between frozen solid and hair-curling hot/humid our attire has to be A)comfortable B)utilitarian C)eye catching. Soul Flower’s Milkshake Maxi has been the perfect dress to keep up with my shenanigans. It’s perfect over a swimsuit both at the lake (it’s light!) and at the grocery store (keeps legs warm in the fridge section!) but more importantly it’s great for bike riding. The length and width of the skirt hike up and oblige so perfectly that I don’t feel weird or in danger of crashing because my hem is snagged on the brakes.

B - Dresses that won't slow you downSanya’s Scarf dress is dually awesome. I throw that dress in my bike bag not sure what’s happening tonight/tomorrow and I know that I won’t look all awkwardly wrinkly – but also it’s a versatile dress for a late breakfast at Victors or the free Thursday nights at the Walker.

On top of the useful and handsome points Soul Flower’s clothes get, the fact that these items are ethically manufactured and environmentally aware is just awesome. Plus, three cheers for supporting a local business versus the huge deathstar box stores – they usually don’t have bike racks!!


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~Peace and Bike Grease, Bri

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Hometown Tourist – Hippie Dress

Hey Buds! Making the best of this wonderful sunshine?

So I got a little piece of the islands with me for the past couple weeks. My friend from school decided to fly out all the way from Dallas, Texas to hang out with me in Southern California.

I have to admit, it’s a little exciting to be a tourist in your hometown. If you haven’t tried it, you really should! We tried heading out to the beach but it was so cold and the clouds were so thick we ended up turning around and heading straight for the pool. Not before getting an acai bowl, though! ;]

We went to Disneyland for a few days and normally I’ll go a little later, hop on a few rides, catch a bite to eat, and head out.

Not this time.

We woke up early and were one of the first people in the park! We spent all day there, only taking a small break for lunch and a quick nap at the hotel room then back to the Disney magic ‘til well after midnight. Needless to say I brought all my Soul-flower goodies with me so I was comfy and cool but still looking like the artist I like to call myself.

Those of you in California know all about our beautiful missions. Most have somewhat dark histories and as a Native American I pride myself on learning the stories of my tribes as well as those around them. Any trip to Southern California is just not complete without a trip to the San Juan Capistrano Mission. All you flower and garden enthusiasts out there will have a ball!

To match this dazzling backdrop I decided to wear something captivating as well, my new Cutting Floor Hippie Dress. Just added a cute little sun hat and I was ready.

I think it goes without saying that I love airy and flow-y clothes because they’re lightweight and easy to move around in. I always want to be comfy! (I’ve been putting my pj’s on at three in the afternoon since I was in second grade.)

As you know from my last posts, my legs are short. So when I put on the dress I was surprised to see that it hit about two inches above my ankle. Normally, I like when the length of my clothes are longer than the length of my legs but after I started moving around in the dress I realized it was a lot easier to move at this length. The colors are very bold and they don’t fade a bit in the wash (trust me I wear this dress once a week!). There are two loops at the back of the dress so you can tie it like a tank top, zig-zag, or even a halter. I suggest tying the straps in a bow before it goes in the wash, they’re a bit thin and very delicate. Each one is unique and I love that mine has a red and yellow border at the top even though the dress is very blue. The versatility is awesome; I can tie my hair back and wear it on a casual and laid back day or wear my hair down throw on some dressy shoes and go somewhere fancy!

Well, buds, have fun wherever the universe is taking you! Next time I post I’ll be back in Hawaii!
‘Til then,
Lauren ☮

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Scarlet Begonias Summer Style

We LOVE the Grateful Dead & there’s nothing like a little Sublime to bring out the summer sun! So Soul Flower’s summer song pick has gotta be Scarlet Begonias, because we can’t help but dig that girls psychedelic, ring wearing, tie tie-dye dress kind of style!!

 

She had rings on her fingers and bells on her shoes
and I knew without asking- she was into the blues
she wore scarlet begonias tucked into her curls
I knew right away she was not like other girls
like other girls
 

Scarlet Begonia style is all about wearing the flowing, bright summer dress that says you’ve spent a late night dancing in Mexico, it’s about showing off sun-kissed shoulders, walking barefoot whenever possible, and, of course, it’s about wearing fresh flowers in your hair.

It’s the kind of look that makes summer style eternal. It could be snowing out ( I know, I know…let’s not even talk about it Lol) 😉 yet the moment you turn on some Sublime… Oooooooooh yeah, it’s Summertime! We can just close our eyes and suddenly Scarlet Begonia girls are everywhere, we all live beach side, and the livin’s easy!

Sublime even points guys in the right direction for cool summer style, with laid-back, breathable cotton tees for comfort in the heat, and an occasional rockin’ hoody after sundown.

 

 

And guess what? Our latest tank even celebrates Sublime! The “My Ruca Tank” represents another girl with temptress style: Ramoooona! Which pretty much makes this tunic tank a must-have!

 

But…I bet your itching to hear Bradley now, huh? 😉 Don’t worry, we got ya covered!

 

If you want to rock out more, check out our free summer playlist here: Groove Under the Summer Sun

 

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Carry Your Own Sunshine Tank Review

When I was about 5, I made these little books about the sun.  I colored a sun on each page and wrote down a benefit that the sun provides.  I then walked around my neighborhood door to door and sold them for 10 cents each (and today I am a publisher!)  I am sure that some of my neighbors were going through life drama, and when they opened that door, and I was standing there so innocent and confident with those books, that their troubles momentarily melted away.

Since then my own life has had its dramas, and I have to continually learn the lesson that I so naively taught then—that no matter what, be sure and carry your own sunshine.  Yoga has been my main tool as an adult to help me learn to be a happier person.  Now, whenever I find myself becoming tense across my face and getting upset about a situation, I go inside and find that ray of light.  I have finally learned that the world will never be exactly as I would will it to be, so I may as well carry my own sunshine.

Wearing this tank is a good reminder to me to send out the warmth of the sun to the world around me, but it does so while keeping me cool as a cucumber.  This tank is super soft cotton and it feels cool and refreshing on the skin making it a perfect tank for a hot summertime yoga practice.  I love how it is not tight too.  Being a yoga instructor, I have a lot of tight Lycra tanks, which can be hot in the summer.  This tank is loose enough to not be constricting or hot and tight enough to not flop around during a yoga practice.  As a matter of fact, the material of this tank and the Soulflower lounge pants are so nice against the skin, I feel as if I am wearing nothing at all!  I visualize this tank to be a great tank for a mid-day yoga practice during a summer music festival.  You can put it on and lounge around camp to rest up between bands.  Also, I have included a Festival Yoga sequence for you to try at your next festival!  Here ya go buds:

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Wore My Boyfriend’s Shirt on my Birthday

I’ve always had a thing for off-the-shoulder tops. There’s just something mysteriously sexy about them. There’s no cleavage or butt cheeks hanging out shouting hi!!, just some nicely curved shoulders and a sensually accentuated collar bone.  Guess what I consider sexy is as simple as that. If I had to pick one word to describe Soul Flower’s My Boyfriend’s Shirt, though, it wouldn’t be sexy; I’d have to settle on cute. And when you combine cute with a mysterious dash of sexy it’s a winning look on any woman.  So, for my 27th Birthday I was dead set on wearing My Boyfriend’s Shirt, I even bought it as my birthday gift to myself.  Putting it on a birthday list would have required waiting, and relying on my birthday wish seemed wishy-washy.  Ironically, I later found out that my boyfriend was going to buy me My Boyfriend’s Shirt as my birthday present – would have made sense, but I want what I want when I want it, I guess.

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Other than looking absolutely adorable, the other reason I was instantly drawn to this top is that at one time it was just a typical men’s work shirt, and now, it’s been upcycled into something worthy of the center stage. I’ve always been all about the thrift lifestyle; I strongly believe in reusing what others do not want. Nothing makes me happier than seeing items, that would otherwise go to waste, be reconstructed into something that can once again be freakishly cherished by a girl like me. If that description sounds like you, too, this is the Soul Flower top you’ve been waiting for!

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CHEERS TO ALL YOU SUMMER PARTY PEOPLE!
So here’s to all the July Birthday people out there! My day was July 1, and Ringo, from the Beatles just had his 71st Birthday on July 7, so it seems we should rock out and have a mini Birthday Bash of our own with the Beatles!
Yes we’re going to a party party
I would like you to dance
Take a cha-cha-cha-chance
 
                                                                                                          

Who else has a summer birthday? Any big plans? Anything from Soul Flower on YOUR wish list? 🙂

LOVE & HAPPINESS,
Jacqueline Lee



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Soul Flower’s Fancy Side

Last weekend I left Minneapolis and traveled home for a wedding in Wisconsin; the whole ride there, all I could think about was how I couldn’t wait to wear my new dress from Soul Flower! I picked out the Mudmee Tie-Dye Tube dress with the wedding’s rehearsal dinner in mind; although, honestly, I’ll use any fun event as an excuse to buy Soul Flower! But, the major deciding factor for picking this specific dress was that I can easily dress it up or down, with minimal effort, for numerous future occasions. The other cool thing about the Mudmee Tie-Dye dress is that each one is uniquely hand tie-dyed, so every one is a different blend of colors with a mostly black bodice – no other girl in the world has a dress quite like mine!

So take this dress, a pair of heels, Soul Flower’s elegant Teal Swirl Earrings, my favorite Auric Blends Oil in Egyptian Goddess and POOF! Without a fairy godmother, I was feeling fancy. Even a no effort look still appears stunning, but in a carefree, casual kind of way that allows me to wear this dress whenever I want. Wedding, grocery shopping, going to the park – this dress works!  And I just love that!

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When I was a little girl, I always chose my party dresses with a twirl test. If it didn’t twirl, I didn’t want it. Even though I’m not quite so strict with my dresses today, I did get all excited over wearing the Mudmee Tie-Dye Tube Dress when I realized how much spin it has. The bottom of this dress is super flowy, and looks lovely in the wind or on the dance floor. Luckily, my weekend home was super windy, and out of all the dresses featured here; this one definitely has the most spin!  Important to know if you’re a twirl tester, too!

 

So, not all Soul Flower dresses are festival bound. Fancy is totally in their repertoire!

It’s always the versatility of these dresses that absolutely amazes me. These aren’t the kind of dresses you buy, wear once, and keep in the darkness of your closet for years! They are from work to play, day to night kind of dresses 🙂 Some other Soul Flower dresses I wouldn’t hesitate to wear to a wedding are:

All of these Soul Flower dresses are sweet, romantic, and just right for weddings, or whatever! Our bud, Bri, looks cute as candy in her new Milkshake Maxi, and we’re not employing the adorable kitten hoax to make you agree. Bri wore this dress all weekend, and she would have done so with or without a kitten, at least, we’re pretty positive she would have…

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Have a rockin’ time at all your summer celebrations! Don’t forget, we have a Dress Sale going on right now!

Will you be showing off Soul Flower’s fancy side at any special occasions?

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Wranglin’ up flowers: Little Cowgirl Dress

Ok, saddle up all you cowgirl buds! This one will surely rope you in. It’s a sassy lil’ cowgirl dress and it’s so much fun. But, let me back up a bit. I started anticipating the new Soul-Flower spring catalog many weeks before its arrival. I perused Soul-Flowers website and Facebook page every few days leading up to the mail order catalog as they often revealed new merchandise teasers each week, which by the way is really fun! The day the cowgirl dress was unveiled I was immediately drawn in by the multitude of color, pattern, texture and design. How often can you get so much bang for your buck? (No pun intended – Yeeha!) Well, I gotta tell ya, it’s even better in person! Of course it was a one of a kind find (I think I can safely say that about all Soul-Flower items) and I wasn’t gonna miss it. Plus it’s mucho fun to get some new clothes with spring now underway – finally! But, back to the dress.

The day I received it in the mail was such a treat. I really dug the overall design and funky patterns. Not only did the colors seem absolutely brilliant, but the design is sweet and very pretty. I don’t wear a lot of dresses so this was really a treat! I think I got it out of my closet ten times that day because well, there’s so much to look at! The cotton is light weight with a bit of crinkle to it, making it easy to care for and great for anyone who likes to line dry and/or conserves energy usage.

The empire waist, tie neck, puff sleeves and tiered ruffles (each with a different pattern) hearkens back to things I wore as a young girl but with a gypsy artist flare. I like clothing that represents who I am and what I love to do. As a painter, I love me some color…not gonna lie and this measures up in that department. The dress has lots of colors (like my paint pallette) but they blend together very nicely (unlike my paint pallette). It’s vivid but with a slight muted look. As far as what to wear it with, I’m really partial to boots this year and this cowgirl dress really does rock out paired with some boots and skinny jeans. I’ve also thrown a long sleeve tee under it and worn it that way on cooler days and nights. I look forward to summer when I can wear the dress alone and stay uber cool since it’s a really light weight cotton. As with all Soul-Flower items, I look forward to wearing it every time, and that’s just one reason I love it! I would definitely think about getting this one, it’s fun, it’s colorful, it’s… happy! Yeah, I feel happy when I wear it! On that note enjoy spring, buds! Life is popping up all around. What a beautiful and much embraced time of year! ~Woo

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Burnout Tank Top.. or is it a tunic?

Hey Buds!

Howzit? Just spent a wonderful Earth Day in the sun at Sandy Beach in Oahu and wore my Headdress Racerback Tank all day. When I got the shirt in the mail I was a little surprised at the length, it could work really well as a mini-dress as well as a tank top or tunic. It’s also a bit more see-through on the grey parts but it works really well, and isn’t revealing in any way. I love the material, which has definitely become a trend in the clothes I get from Soul-flower. It is ridiculously comfy which makes it easy to wear to any event and know that you look good.

I absolutely love the versatility of the shirt. In the morning I paired it with some rolled up shorts as an easy outfit to ride the bus in. After playin’ in the surf and seeing some awesome turtles floating out on the reef, I took a quick shower and dried off a bit and threw the shirt on as a cover up. It worked quite well and I got a lot of compliments on it.

Since we worked up an appetite being at the beach all day we stopped in Kailua town to grab a quick bite to eat. I put the shorts back on, threw on a light jacket, and a feathery headband and was ready to walk around town.

This shirt is definitely “the bee’s knees” as my friend would say. It has become a key piece in my wardrobe and I will be sure to grab this tank first whenever I’m heading out on a trip somewhere.

Hope you’re having a good time wherever the universe is taking you!

Lauren ☮

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Almost Famous – Soul-Flower Style

“Blue jean baby, L.A. lady, seamstress for the band
Pretty eyed, pirate smile, you’ll marry a music man”
There’s just something about watching a movie and discovering an entire wardrobe worth wanting. And us buds want, want, want Penny Lane’s wardrobe in Almost Famous. Movie stars shouldn’t get to wear all the sweet clothes; we need our cool threads too! So we thought it would be fun to shop Soul Flower from an Almost Famous viewpoint – a different take on shopping our site. Here is what we found:
If ever a flower had soul, it would have to be the ethereal Ms. Penny Lane. In Almost Famous, Kate Hudson’s laidback style magnifies her carefree and joyous personality. Lane really has a breathtaking look – she knows what she loves and she follows her heart, whether it be music, a man or what she wears. If you love her fashion as much as we do, here are a few Soul Flower pieces that emulate Penny Lane’s free spirit.

 

The men in Almost Famous have a fashion sense too. It’s been said that, “style is a simple way of saying complicated things,” and it’s easy to imagine that a man like Russell Hammond would agree. His style tells the story of a true traveling man with songs in his soul. Russell’s definitely all about comfort, and leans towards earthy tones; he’s more than just another rock star who likes to party, he craves to have everything “real”

Almost Famous is a perfect example of soulful style. Penny Lane and Hammond have a fashion that speaks to us: We’re all on a journey. We’re all lost in a song. We all have a story to tell – and we all find such beautifully simple ways to share such complicated things…

 
“Looking on she sings the songs
The words she knows the tune she hums”

 

 
If you could snag the wardrobe of any movie character, whose would it be? 🙂

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I Love the Love Dress-Skirt!

When spring and summer comes around I am always the first to break out the dresses and skirts.  I’m somewhat picky when it comes to buying a dress.

I look for these key things:
*It HAS to be comfortable, there is no way I can spend my life relaxing in a too tight dress!
*Form-fitting.  I have curves that I don’t mind showing off so I like my dresses to be form fitting.
*unique, pretty! Obviously, it has to grab my attention.  If doesn’t grab mine attention then what would make me want to put it on in the morning?
I spotted the Organic Love Dress-Skirt at Soul Flower and I was in love!  Wait, what is a dress-skirt?
This is a dress, and a skirt.  Hold up, it’s both?  That’s right!  With dual purposes the Love dress is a serious must have!  All you do is fold down the dress to fit like a skirt, and because it’s organic cotton is stretches to fit your uniqueness.

*Super Comfy!  When I tried this on I immediately thought Moby Wrap (baby carrier).  When my daughter was young that’s how I would carry her around, it was so comfortable I just loved wearing it.  This is the same type of material, you really can’t go wrong with organic cotton!
*Form Fitting, Again organic cotton is the way to go!  The Love dress truly hugs your curves, accentuating the positive!
*Unique.  I really love the color, azure blue, it puts off a chill, calm, relaxing vibe. The love design looks to me like it was written with dandelions blowing through the air.  This dress is casual with an awesome splash of radiance!

What I LOVE about it:
It’s great being able to wear this as a dress or a skirt.  Spring is funny in Georgia, someday it will be cool and others humid hot.  So when it’s too cool out to wear a strapless dress I can fold it down into a skirt and throw on a tee!

When I put this dress on not only do I feel comfortable and confident, I like feel myself.  I feel spunky and free.  I feel like I want to go outside in a meadow and run.  My inner hippie spirit comes out and I feel like a kid again.  I can’t have a bad day wearing this gorgeous dress-skirt!  Thank you Soul Flower!

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Recycled Baja Hoody: Roy keeps it simple

In the past few years I’ve been across Canada on plane, on bus, and on foot. I’ve taken up learning and selling things like pottery, hemp making, and creating healing natural soaps. Most of my travelling was because of WWOOFing (organic farming) and wanting to live at awesome oceanview houses. I really learned a lot about myself, sustainability, and nature. and knew a simpler lifestyle would be my key. I enrolled in adventure recreation & parks and graduate this summer. I will be working as a hiking guide this summer in Banff, Ab. and going to as many summer festivals as possible.

Lately my real passion has been for the mountains, I just want to hike, climb, and explore every inch of beauty out there. I like to paint, take pictures, play guitar, do yoga, and write. I love music. Bands like Xavier Rudd, Devendra Banhart, Mumford and Sons, Phish really make me happy. and of course the 64-74 music. My favorite concert of all time though would have to be suprisingly enough… Ravi Shankar.

The thing I love about Soul-Flower is it’s nice to be able to break away too from the norm (mall clothing) and really wear something that’s eco friendly, stylish, and natural.

SF switches up the line frequently enough too, that no matter how much I have, their’s always going to be something that I want in the next order.

I chose this hoodie really because I don’t own many pullovers, the design is so natural and still funky having a cool design on the strings and hood. I love everything about it but the comfort is the best part. This sweater is so soft, and fits perfect around the arms, neck. I chose this because it’s always nice to have a good non zip up hoodie and this was definitely the perfect choice. It’s not heavy whatsoever and not too thick. But it does still keep me very warm. Because it’s 100% recycled materials I feel better about my impact on the earth. The hood is great too, doesn’t fit tight at all. So once again I am happy, and warm, I think I’ll be getting the blue and green too.

let vision come with insight, and let illumination be the source of given light.
Roy

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Daytripper Women’s Tee Review

She was a day tripper! Yeah! This t-shirt is perfect for any day trip you want to take. It’s super soft, comfy, light weight and has a flattering, stretchy shape that rests gently at the hips. Of course, that’s not all that makes this tee fabulously awesome. The colors! The pattern! The Frog! Forget about it! Wait, no don’t! In fact, once you see it you can’t forget about it. That is precisely why I own it! When I saw this item in Soul-Flower’s “What’s New” category, I KNEW I had to have it. It did not disappoint! Love, love, love this laid back froggie strummin’ his guitar. Amazing color, design and image. As an painter, I appreciate the wonderful watercolor texture throughout the images and the soft woody hues. So unique and so very Alice In Wonderland like awesomeness.

The flattering cut makes it perfect for wearing alone. It’s a statement absolutely by itself. However, it has a scoop neck design so you can pop a light weight tank under it to catch a little color peeking out around the neckline. I’ve worn it with a button down sweater and jeans since it’s a bit cool outside yet. The warm hues are fun to play with and layer under greens, oranges, and taupe. It also looks pretty sweet under my zip up hoodie and a pair of khakis (or even sweats) for a casual style. Works great dressed up, too! Probably my favorite thing to do with the Daytripper T-shirt is to pair it with my Soul-Flower eco-friendly Desert Mountain skirt and a pair of boots. Can’t say enough about this versatile top and if there is one thing a girl can never have enough of its versatile tees! A top that you can mix-n-match, dress up or down. A tee with a great design and flattering cut can go anywhere!

So, this lil’ froggie chillin’ with his guitar has no worries but unfortunately, real frogs are highly sensitive to environmental changes. Over the last few decades there has been a rapid disappearance of many frog species. A sure sign that something is going very wrong on our planet and how we care for it – habitat destruction, depletion of the ozone layer, pesticides, acid rain, are a few threats. This is why I am happy to live with greater respect for this earth and its creatures. This is also why I feel the need to buy from a company (Soul-Flower) that believes in doing what they can for the planet, too. As an artist, animal and earth lover, this tee fits me to a T!

Feelin’ the froggie vibe,
Woo

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Rope Sandals: the most comfortable shoes ever

As you may have noticed, we don’t carry a whole lot of footwear at Soul Flower. But we do carry rope sandals, and based on the amazing feedback we’ve received about these shoes, it looks like we don’t need to carry anything else!

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Do you own a pair (or two) of these super-comfy rope sandals? What do you think?

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SXSW Skirt Review: Sheila at SXSW!

After a long Winter, the hubby and I set out seeking adventure. It sure is hard to return to reality after having a blast at the South By South West Music Festival in Austin, Texas! I love music festivals, but I had never been to anything like SXSW! Music filled the entire city as every bar, bench, sidewalk, & street filled with artists from all over the world! Music was EVERYWHERE! The local Austin acts like Alejandro Escovedo, Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears, and Toni Price were my favorites. As you journey through Austin, it is impossible not to notice, and be consumed by, the eccentric “bohemian-hipster-meets-the-Southwest” fashion of the city.

Individuality and comfort rule the scene at SXSW, so I was thrilled that I had brought my SXSW Short Skirt from SoulFlower along! SXSW was party after party and endless free music and margaritas! South Congress and 6th Street were buzzing with average joe’s seeking thrills, laid back Austin musicians promoting their music, and celebrities seeking refuge from their fame by rocking attire as unique as the city of Austin itself! I found it ironic that the more unique one dressed, the more they blended in!

We were lucky to have family in Austin to guide us to the secret venues and give us insider information as to the best food and music in the city. Most of the venues we frequented were outdoors, and my SXSW Short Skirt was the perfect item for me to grab and go! Afterall, I didn’t want to waste a moment thinking about my attire when there was so much music to be seen and heard!

The SXSW skirt was comfy and kept me cool in the 80 degree Texas sun. On the cooler days, I rocked the skirt with some black leggings and my sweet new boots that my husband bought me in Austin for my birthday. The SXSW Short Skirt was the centerpiece of my ensemble every day. From Zilker Park, to Barton Springs, to Antone’s and the famous Continental Club, the tiers of brilliant colors in the skirt made me feel as vibrant as the city!

Have I also mentioned that my Not All Who Wander Organic Hoody came in quite handy during the festival as well!? The unpredictable weather of Spring in Austin can make it difficult for festival nomads to dress accordingly. As we were staying with family just outside of the festival zone, we hauled our gear in a backpack everyday & left the house in the early AM, not returning until late at night. It was great to have my hoody just in case the cool temperatures crept in during the evening. My hoody was soft, warm, and crucial during the fireworks show that followed the free Strokes concert in the chilly breezes wafting off of Town Lake at Auditorium Shores!

This was one of our greatest adventures yet, and I can’t wait for Philadelphia to warm up a bit so that I can wear my SXSW Short Skirt again and relive all of our great SXSW Music Festival memories!

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Go Go Tie Dye Hoody Dress Review


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When I first saw this dress, I couldn’t take my eyes off of it—the colors and the style were mesmerizing. But would I ever wear it?, I thought. You know how it is—you see a dress that you love—it’s gorgeous. You finally break down and buy it, and then it sits in your closet, too impractical to ever actually wear anywhere.

When I opened the package, I immediately knew that would not be the case with this dress! I put it on immediately. It was a freezing cold day and I wore it over my long johns to the river to go paddling. It looked fabulous yet relaxed at the same time and most important, I was super comfortable due to the stretchy organic cotton and lycra blend. After we were done paddling, I slipped the dress back on and I noticed the second best feature for me, a whitewater paddler who travels all over from river to river—it was easy to change under.

I proceeded during the week to wear the dress on a road trip in the mountains, hiking, at work in the office and to yoga class over my yoga clothes as a tunic.

Then my birthday came and I wore it as a festive birthday girl dress. A couple of days later, I wore it to a St. Paddy’s Day party. This was like day number 6 in the dress. My husband asked if I would ever take it off and I said an emphatic NO! He said that was cool because he loved it on me anyway.

Then the weather warmed up into a fabulous warm spring fling and I could wear the dress without the long johns! We packed up our van for a weekend of travel and kayaking. I stuffed the dress in my clothing cabinet. We went kayaking and when we got back, I pulled the dress from the crumpled mess, shook it out, and easily slipped the dress on. The crumpling of it was not a problem and it felt SO GOOD against my skin after kayaking on a warm spring day. And I could dry my hair with the hoody. It was the perfect thing. I wore it after kayaking for the next few days and to another party.

This dress is so comfortable and easy to wear, I can actually do yoga in it! It will be perfect for some concerts too because it will be so easy to dance in.

This dress turned out to be the perfect addition to my wardrobe because it is versatile—it can go from riverside to being stuffed in a bag or cabinet to van living to out on the town. It’s nice enough to wear out, yet relaxed enough to kick back in. It’s stretchy and non-binding, so I can move around and just be free. I can even spill something on it and it would just blend in. (If you know me, you know this is super important!)

The extra super cool bonuses are that it’s eco-conscious and affordable. The dress is made of organic cotton, fair trade, and the company even donates some profits to environmental organizations—they tell you which ones on the tag! This dress is by the people for the people—kind to the environment, to the workers, on the eyes, to your skin, and your wallet! I never thought one dress could do so much!

~Andria

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Review: Stir It Up – island style!

Aloooooha!

What’s up buds? Just writing to tell you about myself and the awesome Stir It Up Halter Dress. I love this dress! Not only is the name absolutely wonderful (bringin’ back memories of Bob Marley playing on the radio at a beach on Catalina Island) but it’s so comfy! I’m definitely a low-maintenance kind of girl so this dress makes it easy to look good without the fuss. The material is super soft and almost feels like my favorite pj’s, it’s also very thin and light which makes it perfect for twirling. The dress hits right above the knees on me, but I’m a bit shorter than most, and the elastic at the top is tight enough to dance the night away without worrying about indecent exposure. Normally I don’t care for clothing that is tight around my neck (I cut all my t-shirts and never wear scarves) but the ties on this dress are very comfortable and after a few minutes I didn’t notice them at all.

So how does this dress represent me? Well, the print reminds me of seashells or ocean waves, and those of you who read the last post know that the ocean is my passion. I love learning new things and the ocean is so full of mystery the possibilities of discovery are endless! I draw my creative energy from hours spent floating and swimming over the waves in Kailua and this dress allows me to bring that serenity with me.

Hope you all are having a great time going wherever the universe is taking you! Make sure to get this dress so you’ll have fun on all your adventures (and you’ll be comfy too!)

Peace, buds!
Lauren ☮

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Video How-To: Tie On Dress

This season we’ve got a handful of items at Soul-Flower.com that have adjustable tie straps that can be worn a variety of ways. Here, Brit shows us a few ways to tie these kinds of straps!


How-To: Different Ways to Tie Soul Flower Dresses by soulflowerbuds on YouTube.

Now that you know how much fun (and versatile!) these tie straps can be, you can check out all the cool threads that have this style of straps.

Tie One On! by soul-flower

Cutting Floor Hippie Dress
$48 – soul-flower.com

Haltingly Familiar Halter Dress
$38 – soul-flower.com

Fairy Tie-Dye Top
$28 – soul-flower.com

Dipped in Flowers Organic Tank
$28 – soul-flower.com

Wild Flowers Tank Top
$28 – soul-flower.com

Vintage Stonewashed Dress-Skirt
$45 – soul-flower.com

 

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Hand Crafted Originals – New Indie Jewelry

We’re introducing a brand new category of items at Soul-Flower.com…

Hand Crafted Originals: Hand-crafted jewelry created just for you in small batches right here in the USA by a variety of independent artists!

What does “indie” mean?
“Indie” is short for “independent”, which refers to independent artists, designers, crafters, musicians, etc.

Why buy indie?
Buying merchandise made by independent artists and jewelers supports individuals pursuing their passion.

Indie jewelry at Soul Flower…
Are you looking for organic, natural and unique elements? (check) Do you want items that are made fairly and thoughtfully? (check) Do you love unique, limited-edition pieces? (check) So now, if you choose hand-crafted originals at Soul Flower, you know you’ll find something unique, totally you, and that (almost) nobody else has! Just another fun way Soul Flower can help you express your own vibe.

We’ll be updating and adding to our Handcrafted Originals category often, so keep checking back!

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100% cotton and 100% six-year-old approved!

As a mom with a growing boy who marches to the beat of his own funky drummer, clothes can be an issue. I know some moms say, “Boys are easy! Just jeans and a shirt and they’re set.” Well not all boys. My boy LOVES color. And this mama wants to honor his artistic soul and free spirit both inside and out. So khakis and a plaid polo just won’t do. Soul Flower understands this!

I don’t know who was more excited about Soul Flower’s A Day At The Beach pants – my little guy or me? But when they came he stripped down to put them on right away (with a gentle reminder from mama to add a shirt and some undies, it IS still 40-something degrees here after all). “Oh mom, they’re so comfy!” I could tell the 100% cotton agreed with his sometimes picky sensitivities. And of course being 100% six year old boy, he noticed the two generously sized cargo pockets right away. “Look, treasure holders!” Exactly!

The drawstring is perfect for keeping these lounge style pants on a slim frame. And the fit is perfectly true to size. He wore them 3 days in row before I managed to talk him into tossing them into the laundry bin. Living on a sailboat we love clothes that protect us from the sun while keeping cool and comfortable, these pants definitely fit the bill. Color plus comfort makes for one happy kid!

~Cindy

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Dreamcatcher Tee Review

The earliest peoples to inhabit our precious land now known as the USA, the Native Americans, made ultimate use of the natural resources that surrounded them, and they did this in the greenest and most efficient way. Dream catchers were of great importance to Native American culture. They were intricately created using woody vines, leather, eagle or hawk feathers, and other such natural treasures provided by Mother Earth.

Dream catchers were hung above the sleeping entity below and were intended to protect them from negative dreams that digress through the dark night skies. Positive dreams would slip through the hole found in the center of the dream catcher, coast down the affixed feathers, and good vibes would cascade the being lying below. The negative dreams would be caught in the web and terminate when the morning’s enchanting sunshine gleamed upon them, the good surpassing the depraved. The figure of the hoop that is the foundation for the web and the seizer of dreams epitomizes strength and unity in the Native American tradition.

Dream catchers are so intriguing, as they capture dreams, both good and bad, but they also liberate the being that rests beneath. The Dream Catcher Organic Long Sleeve tee will protect you from all of your dire dreams! It rests soft upon your skin like the feathers that have the power to deliver you tranquility in your slumber. Wear this tee in the cooler temperatures with a scarf, or simply solo when the air is a little warmer, as it has quite a light, soft, organic cotton feel! Anything that you dream of would work with this tee! I like to wear it with a pair of yoga pants to keep the comfort level to a maximum, but you can also throw on a pair of jeans to go casual, or even a skirt to jazz it up a bit. Keep in mind that this tee does run a little bit small! Sweet dreams!

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Dressed up “For the Frill of It!”

“A never-ending parade of color” is how Soul Flower describes this dress and that is exactly what it is! This dress is simply beautiful. The colors and patterns used in it are exquisite and the frill at the bottom and on the sleeves is a nice added touch. It is fully lined and made of cotton voile, which is very thin and soft…and quite comfortable! Even though I feel like I say this about all of my dresses from Soul Flower, I think it has to be one of my favorites. Plus, it’s fair trade, which always makes me feel good! It can’t get much better than that!

This dress is great because it can be worn throughout the four seasons…AND you can dress it up or down. Add some gorgeous jewelry from Soul Flower and a pair of tights or leggings and you’re ready for a day or night out! The fabric is very lightweight, so even though the dress has ¾ sleeves and falls below the knees, you can still wear it in the spring or summer. However, my favorite time to wear it is in the fall or winter…it goes wonderfully with leggings and a cute pair of boots. Thanks Soul Flower, for another amazing dress!

The For the Frill of It Dress is now on sale for just $38!

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Plus Size Hippie Chic

“Plus Size”. What does that mean? Well, by definition, “Plus Size” is an adjective used to describe women over size 12. As a society, we have become accustomed to this phrase; however, accepting the implications of this adjective has proven to be more difficult. As a size 16, I am proud of my body. (more…)

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Sneak Peek! New Soul Flower Tee Designs

Here at Soul Flower Wholesale we’ve got a handful of new designs ready for spring/summer. Most are in the process of being printed, too: on tees, dresses, hoodies, and onezies in new colors, styles, and earth-friendly fabrics! Watch for new CircleTees items online at Soul-Flower.com.

Our long-time friends and screen printers at Eight Seven Central in Des Moines, Iowa have gotten a jump start on printing our new designs. They print everything by hand, which means that each garment gets extra love ♥

Thanks, 8|7 for your awesome work! Watch for these new designs coming to Soul-Flower.com soon.

Sneak Peek of New Soul Flower Designs at EightSevenCentral on YouTube

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