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Clothing that Represents Change

This Organic Robin Hoody Tunic is more than just a comfortable tunic in a beautiful color. This piece of clothing represents change, and a step in the right direction taken by people who not only have a desire to make the planet better, but who take initiative and make it happen!

Buds, I’m grateful to have a store like soul-flower.com to provide me with wonderful brands like Earth Creations. This company makes their clothing with sustainable fabrics, such as organic hemp and cotton. Feel better and healthier knowing that your garment is free of any pesticides that could harm you or mother earth’s water sources. When it comes to dyes, no worries here; natural dyes (like clay) and low impact dyes are used instead of the usual toxic dyes and contaminating salt found in “conventional” clothing.
And another bonus is that this company supports made in the USA.

Jammin’ out to Scarlet Begonias – Sublime & Grateful Dead Cover in my Organic Robin Hoody Tunic!

This hemp tunic in particular is lovely. In addition to being guilt free it is so cute and comfortable. It has pockets, a hood, and long sleeves to keep you warm on those cold days (and at the same time, you don’t get overbearingly hot!). The cool buttons and details make it a stylish piece. Go for this tunic and support two awesome companies while looking great!

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Wrapping Gifts with Nature

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We’re LOVING Alisa Burke’s Wrapping with Nature gift ideas. Can you imagine receiving a present like this? So perfect! The best part is that all you need to accomplish such gorgeous gift wrapping is a paper bag and some outdoor goodies such as twigs, pine cones, or leaves – the only potential cost would be for string or paints, other than that, this wrapping project is free. sAweetness! 

 

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Twigs and branches can easily be altered and used in gift wrapping with paint or thread-
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1. Use embroidery floss and wrap it around a branch. 2. Wrap driftwood with colorful twine. 3. Pair sticks and branches with feathers and wrap together with thread or ribbon. 4. Paint twigs with stripes and dots. 5. Paint branches an unexpected color.
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Paint Leaves!

 

 
Check out more awesome Wrapping with Nature gift ideas over at Alisa Burke’s blog Redifine Creativity

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Affordable Gifts that Ship for Less

Did you know you can get cheaper shipping at Soul-Flower.com if your total order weighs 13 ounces or less? True, true! Rule of thumb is, if it’s 13 ounces or less, it’s a First Class go!  Here are some rockin’ 13 ounces or less Soul Flower gifts of awesomeness that you can send to buds while saving!
 
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Top left: Jewelry, Pippi Over the Knee Socks, Patch it Up Mini Bag, Crazy Daisy Headband or Ragin’ Reggae Sunglasses
Basically, you just want to think small and light. Once you get the hang of thinking in terms of 13 ounces or less, the creative mailing possibilities are endless. If you’re shopping on a tight budget, shopping according to product weight will definitely prove helpful. If you shop Soul Flower according to cost, most every item in the $10-$25 gift range falls into the 13 ounces or less category, as well!
 
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Top left: Fraggle Fingerless Gloves, Glowing Mushrooms Organic Scarf, Heart of Iowa Handmade Soap, Oversized Beanie or a T-shirt like our Camp Give a Hoot
Quick Glance Ideas:
Hat or gloves
Scarf
Arm/leg Warmers
Socks
Lip Balm
Koozie
Tank top

If you mix and matched these items just right, you could even send 2 or 3 items and still qualify for the 13 ounces or less shipping! For even more gifting inspiration check out our Winter Lookbook: Give Light Give Love!

Will you be mailing out any Soul Flower presents this year? 🙂

❤ your bud JacQ

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Fuzzy Ruffle Skirt Perfect for Winter

Searching for an epicly amazing skirt has been quite a challenge! I am a bit of a weirdo when it comes to skirting me. I believe it stems from having no hips – none, nada, negative, zilch, zero and my opinion that clothing, especially skirts and dresses, lay nicer and flow better as they meet those cute curves a long the way.

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Fuzzy Ruffle Skirt! MWAH!

Now, I accept me for who I am hips or no hips but since I’m on the subject, (and having fun), along with this hiplessness tragedy, there’s another… resembling a bell. I like bells, on buildings, churches, when it was recess in grade school, or when it’s time to eat but not so much on my body. Ya see, negative hips combined with a bell flare seems to spell double trouble – Bellness to the maximus. Oh dear.

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<3 Beautiful color combo of purple, brown, and gray <3

So, hunting for that perfect skirt has been a journey, a journey that ended with Soul-Flowers most amazing fitting duds. I was hopeful when the new fall catalog came out and with much anticipation I perused the pages and saw something that delighted my eyes! The most epicly wonderful skirt ever, the new Fuzzy Ruffle Skirt!

So, I got one! WARM & COMFORTABLE! The only way to have winter clothing PLUS I just feel happier when I’m comfy! And, oh! The color! The fuzzy ruffle skirt has a cool color combo – purple, brown, gray and black too! It’s beyond soft and has a neat heathery, cozy cool fabric and freakin swirls!!!! How in the world? Swirls built right in! That’s just wickedly wonderful for superb movement, dimension and twirl! 🙂 I like my fuzzy skirt best with boots of any kind – dressy, riding or rugged. It’s super easy to dress this skirt up or down due to the style and fabric. I am crazy about it because it’s even better then wearing my pajama pants! It’s not every day I can find something that can compare to pj comfort and a skirt of all things?! Pretty stellar!

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This skirt is SO soft and SWIRLY!

 I’m glad I’ve finally found it! A great skirt with a great fit for all bodies. YAY!

Happy skirt wearing!
Woo

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The Eccentric’s Wishlist

Here’s the 3rd round of Soul Flower’s office wishlists! Bri’s our one-of-a-kind bud. Obviously. It’s not everyday you see fish flakes on a holiday gotta-gets-me list. So if you’re wondering what to get that quirky friend in your life, the one with multiple cats, in want of a juicer, who’s presently gazing out at the milky way, then here you go!
 
Your gift pondering has ended, because Bri’s wishlist just saved you the pain of trying to think like one of those wishing-for-Dried-Bonito-Flakes-for-my-cat kinda oddballs: 😉
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Oops, and this denim shirt – Pretend this is floating all pretty up there, instead of all awkward down here 😉
Bri’s Winter Wishlist and why she wants them:
 

– Be Striped Tree Tapestry (Code: BSD013) I need more curtains in my new place. 


– River Tiered Skirt (Code: MAT003) to pretend I’m girly.

– L.A. Lady Blue Jean Shirt (Code: JAK003) because I’m actually more tomboy.

– Juicer Fountain: kale and apple juice 4eva
 
– Table Top Camera Dolly because I’m a nerd

– Painted Elephant Organic Tank Top (Code: SOL333) for layering!
 
– Constellation Pillows because I’m a girl nerd with an awesome couch.
 
-Year supply of Fish Flakes because my cat’s actually rule the apartment.
 
What’s on your wishlist this year?
 
 

 

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The Dude’s Wishlist

Buying for guys can be tricky. It’s a rare day when they tell you what they would like for the holidays, moreover give you a list of options. But it has happened! My office bud, Joe, has handed over his wishlist!

Joe’s a true Soul Flower dude, he likes to camp and hike with the best of them, so if you know a treehuggin’ man, chances are his list won’t be too different.

Joe’s holiday wishlist includes:

– Damn Nice Denim Shirt Everyone needs a shirt to dress up a little. So why not a responsibly made one with some Fender flair?!

– A gift from Heifer.org. W/o food & shelter for people it makes getting on w/ life way too hard. This gift helps supply goods that matter and will last!

– Positively Hemp Cargo Pants (Code: SOL072) Already my favorite, and I wear them all the time. So good. I’ll always come back to these pants and want more (especially if too much holiday eating occurs and I need a bigger waist size)! 😉

– Treehugger Zip-Up Eco Hoody (SOL074) Super soft & comfy with a positive, thought provoking message on the back. Best of both worlds!

–Plaid IS the New Plaid Organic Shirt (PRA003)  b/c plaid is rad, and I liked it when I tried it on more than I thought I would. 

– Solar Backpack  b/c then you can hit the road, trail, bike trip, hike, etc. and still have tunes and a way to use a phone in case of emergencies.

– Kiva.org Card  Already a member (after my dad and I gave them to each other last year) and like being able to give a little help to those in need who are working their butts off in 2ndand 3rd world countries trying to make a better life for themselves, their family and their community.

– Happy Camper Men’s Organic T-Shirt Caption says it all: Happy & camping what more can you ask for?!

So there it is, what a dude wants a why….a rare glimpse into the wishing mind of an office bud – this doesn’t happen everyday, folks. 😉 Hope it has inspired some awesome man gifts (or gals, cuz I know I’d rock that plaid organic shirt and treehugger eco hoody like nobodies business, too!)!

What Soul Flower goodies will you be getting the guys in your life?

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The Daydreamer’s Wishlist

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To help get your creative mind going on gift ideas, I asked a couple of buds around the office what their wishlist consists of this season. Above is my “little” winter wishlist.

Gifts such as these would be great for the daydreamer, baker, reader or eco-friendly fashionista in your life. My holiday wishlist consists of:

–Head in the Clouds Knit Hat (Code: ART013) since that’s where my head is most the time anyway

–Hippie Burlesque Organic Skirt in merlot (Code: MAD002) because it’s ubber soft & makes me feel pretty

–Triple Totem Organic Scarf (Code: SOL317) the design is just rockin’

–Fallen Feather Necklace (Code: DNA014) makes me think of the tattoo on my back

–Calm & Cozy Organic Thermals (Code: TFT014) because I’m always cold and wanting to be cozy

-Retro Lookin’ KitchenAid Mixer in robin blue because I live in the kitchen and love to bake

– A kitten to play with my already adorable kittay, Turtle, who’s pictured above (isn’t he too cute!?)

-Record/ CD Player because my boyfriend & I keep thrifting sweet records but can’t play them, yet

-Outdoor Reading Bed because… just look at the thing – it’s heaven!

Coming up next:  My office buds Bri and Joe will be sharing their wishlists with you. I’m curious to see what tops their lists, because Bri’s sure to have some uniquely brilliant wants, and good ol’ Joe will hopefully help inspire me as to what I should get my brother this holiday season…it’s always so hard figuring out what to get the guys!

What’s on your Wishlist this year?

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Hippie Burlesque Skirt : Live in the Moment

I feel like I can’t get enough apples this fall, you would think after spending the last few weeks drying bushels of apples, making cinnamon apples, and pies I would have had my fill of apples for the year. But after getting the Hippie Burlesque Organic Skirt all I can think of are caramel apples. Luckily I still have a little basket of apples, and a bag of caramels.

 

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Hippie Burlesque Organic Skirt

When you think of fall do you think of food? I can’t stop dreaming of cinnamon doughnuts, hot cocoa, pumpkin pie, peppermint ice cream, all those seasonal special treats. That’s how I think fall should be special, its seasonal, its unique, its beautiful and it comes and goes too fast. Its fleeting, if you don’t take a minute to sit down, play in the leaves, smell the campfire, and pick some apples, they will be gone before you know it. Its a challenge, to live in the moment, and breathe it all in.

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It’s a challenge to live in the moment and breathe it all in

Fall officially feels like it has arrived, I love the seasons, I love the holidays, the family, the food, and I love the clothes. I love layering, mixing and playing with darker colors, I love leggings, sweaters, and boots. Looking over the Soul-Flower fall catalog, I was so inspired by the layering, the gloves, hats, and leggings, that I had to create an outfit that had the same details, I think any color leggings are perfect under dresses or skirts, I wear them as the warmest tights, they make any outfit ready for the chilly weather. I also love layering knits, they are so easy and cozy, you feel ready to take on the cold weather, and explore.

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This organic skirt is perfect for fall and winter because it looks great with warm layers

I love my new Hippie Burlesque Organic Skirt the color is so rich, it reminds me of warm apple cider, cranberry sauce  red velvet cake with a bit of egg nog, its like Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas all rolled into one. This skirt will be my go to piece this fall, it fits into whatever i’m doing, its flexible, comfy, and has a bit of that holiday spirit I live for. Bring on the leaves, bring on the snow!

I am ready to soak up the season.
Heather

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15 Purple Outfits for the Purple Lovin’ People

It sorta happened by accident, but we have a whole lotta purple up in here! SO, we’ve compiled 15 Purple Outfits for the Purple Lovin’ People. Before scrolling further, my dear purple loving peeps, be warned: You’ll be craving these threads like grape jelly in the AM. It happens to the best of us. 
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1) Layered Sweets Top 2) Southwestern Sass Bag 3) Winterland Leg Warmers

 

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4) 3 Little Branches Eco Shirt 5) Purple Haze Hemp Maxi Skirt 
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6) Shoot for the Stars Organic Circle Top
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7) Walkin’ on Sunshine Eco Hoody

 

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8) Peace Fingers V-neck T-shirt 9) Night’s Shade Woven Duster in plum 10) Three’s a Charm Scarf
11)  Buddha Yoga Skirt
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12) Senorita’s Baja Cape Poncho in Purple
13) Fuzzy Ruffle Skirt 14) Aiko Aiko Headband

 

15) Our latest color in leggings is even purple! 🙂

P.S. Anyone got some toast?

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Lotus Stack Organic Maxi Worn Short or Long

Oh Autumn, you go so well with my Lotus Stack Organic Maxi! With your beautiful colors and the slight chill of the season, you make my outfit so easy.
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This Skirt Dances to the Song that is Autumn!
This skirt brought comfort from my travels up north to Cape Cod all the way down to Stoney Brook State Park in upstate New York; all while bringing great color to my already beautiful surroundings. It swayed and danced in the ocean breeze of the Cape and kept me warm in the brisk air; I loved how it felt as the wind whipped it around. There’s something about being on an empty beach in front of a beautiful windy sea; with your hair swirling and the waves crashing, I couldn’t have picked a more perfect skirt for the occasion. I took a deep breath of salty air and felt so thankful and happy.
I wore the skirt again hiking with my dogs in Stony Brook State Park. I rolled it up so my knees could lift easier and to keep it out of the water. The lotus flowers go all the way down to the bottom of the skirt, so it looked great at a shorter length too. It was a warm day and it kept me cool enough all the way into the evening, and when the temperature dropped I rolled it back down to keep me warm throughout the rest of the night.
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Roll the waistband for a shorter skirt!
I like the skirt a lot, I think its just lovely, and it’s so wonderfully versatile. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to look good, while being able to relax and be yourself.
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Lotus Stack Organic Maxi Skirt
I hope you are all appreciating this beautiful season and taking advantage of these last few warm, sunny days. There is so much to be thankful for and so much to smile about. Look around, the world is beautiful; and so are you.
Peace & Happiness to You All,
Hannah

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Boho Headbands Layered Up for a Fun Look

I just found my new headband obsession. Soul Flower offers such a wide variety of beautiful designs on their boho headbands that I’ve had a hard time choosing just one. From that life crisis 😉 arose my absolute favorite way to wear their growing collection of Boho Headbands, LAYER THEM UP!! 🙂
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The headband colors, and hand-drawn designs really stand out when worn as a pair
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Tube headbands just look awesome layered together!
Try it out – Let me know how you like the look! 🙂

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Handmade Paisley Hat

Fall. A season like no other here in Iowa. I wait all year just to shoot photos and paint images of the colorful variations in the rolling hills. Equally as marvelous is to simply roam around admiring the beautiful multi-colored swirls in a single leaf. Life is changing all around. Hues of yellowy golds, reds, rust and copper are rushing in and they are simply breath taking! How interesting are trees anyway? Their ability to begin conserving energy for the long winter ahead – triggering their leaves to turn these amazing shades before they “fall”. Fascinating really, just another living organism going through their own cycles in life, just like us.


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Heart the side bow!
While the cycle of falls outdoor color has me thrilled to no end, there’s another cycle brewing in my closet! Time to change my wardrobe! It’s a joyous process really, getting to break out warmer clothing I had forgotten I owned (like my ol’ Soul-Flower winter favs) and even making a few trips to recycle warm items someone else can enjoy. This seasonal change also means adding some new things into the mix and getting to wear more layers, jackets, boots and hats. YES, HATS! I love hats, but only really great fitting ones and yeppers the Soul-Flowers new Sixpence Paisley Hatis in that group! It is the bees knees! This hat is perfect for fall and for my love of it’s warm colors which are all gathered together by pretty paisley designs. The Sixpence Paisley blends in perfectly with all the outdoor scenery and I now get to enjoy wearing the colors I enjoy see everywhere!  

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It seriously goes with everything!
 The features on this years hat model includes a super cute little green/blue bow and soft velvety fabric that make it perfect for wearing with dressier duds. Just the same the relaxed style of the Sixpence Paisley keeps it laid back and chill enough for casualdays. I‘ve realized in my hat quest that NOT all are created equal and have come cross many a hat that fail to look or fit “right” once on my head but I’m quite convinced that this handmade style is a good fit for anyone! The little miss sixpence is also really fun to wear when you add your own style flare! I like to wear mine with the brim just a tad off to the right side combined with a little forward tilt. So, if you’re a hat wearer, need a hat for the occasional bad hair day or just want to try something new, this hat’s for you!

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Sixpence Paisley Hat, handmade in the USA
Hats off to ya,
Woo

P.S. I’ve had so many people come up and ask me about this hat – moms for themselves and their daughters, grandmothers and even guys for their gals! They all agree – great style, cool fit and of course unique colors and pattern! So, get it while you can…I’m just sayin! 🙂

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Good Luck Charms

It’s not on purpose, but a lot of the necklaces we have at Soul Flower right now make perfect good luck charms!

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When I buy jewelry, I like for it to mean something. It should be special. The best jewelry I own reminds me of either someone I love (my aunt gave me this necklace!), a special time (I bought this bracelet during my trip to Europe!), or remind me of a goal I have (this pendant reminds me to stay calm & go with the flow…)

The best thing about these necklaces is they can mean anything you want!

Wear the Fatima Hand Necklace as a sign of protection, or to remind you of the power of using your hands when creating art.

Give the Take Aim Necklace as a gift to the one who captured your heart, or wear it to remind you to “shoot straight” while working toward your goals.

Forget Me Not: the perfect gift for someone unforgettable, or a reminder to never forget to notice the beauty all around you.

Whichever charm you choose, attaching your own special meaning to it makes it all the more special. Whether you keep it secret (even though life seems crazy, I’m on the right path) or show off your message to the world (I’m a treehugger!), there’s a charm for everything. We hope they bring you good luck!

{ See all necklaces here }

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Falling Leaves & Cherry Blossoms

I grew up in the beautiful state of Michigan, I have moved various times since then, but for me Michigan will always remind me of growing up, and the simple beauty of nature. My afternoons were spent with my best friend, exploring the woods in her back yard, on camp-outs we would collect leafs, twigs, and acorns and build tiny “fairy” homes.
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Organic, fleece lined Cherry Blossom Tunic

Lazy summer days we would sprawl out in our backyard reading under our cherry tree. This wasn’t any ordinary cherry tree, it was a mix between a weeping willow and a cherry tree, so the long branches would almost create a pink, flowery curtain encircling us, and on windy days tiny petals would rain down like confetti, sprinkling the ground with papery pink pieces.

When I saw the Mod Cherry Tunic I was instantly reminded of those happy days. Even the design is so childlike, the large pockets, the jumper style and the wide collar, reminds me of something a cute little girl with pig-tails and ribbons would wear, it is so youthful and fun. The moment I got it I knew it would be a perfect outfit to wear while exploring and playing in the fall leaves.

My backyard now reminds me of my childhood memories, our house is older and tiny, and we have a few old trees that practically take over our yard, there branches create a green golden canopy and if it is windy, you might find a few leaves swirling around, almost like my cherry blossom days as a child.

There is something beautiful about the simplicity of nature, the colors of fall leaves, a whole rainbow of hues a gift from nature. I guess this little trip outside reminded me how beautiful fall can be, how amazing it is that I can find a million different shades of green in my own backyard, and to remember the happiness you can experience in little things.

Beautiful embroidery! 

Maybe it is the rainy weather, maybe it is a dogs sloppy kiss, or maybe it is a warm cozy sweater, whatever it is, breathe it in, let it remind you of the good and help you forgive the bad. Because there is nothing better than feeling like a child again.

For further info check out my blog Latter Day Style where I have a video review of the Cherry Blossom Tunic and my latest Soul Flower wishlist! 🙂

Happy fall,
Heather

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Kurtas – Cool Hippie Tops at Soul Flower

I’ve noticed that if someone is buying one kurta they seem to be buying several kurtas. Maybe it’s because it’s hard to pick just one color or style, or maybe it’s because they’re so incredibly comfortable! This season our collection of kurta’s has grown, and now there’s a kurta style to match every mood, every day – this kurta craze just got real! 😉

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Brite Tie-Dye Kurta
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The Classic Gauze Kurta 
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Comes in a variety of colors!

The Classic Gauze Kurta has been a continual favorite with our customers for years, and we know several of our buds have more than one color in their closet!

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Tea Leaf Crochet Kurta
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Ruffled Kurta (Also comes in brown or black)

 

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Field of Flowers Ombre Kurta
 Both of our floral kurtas are perfect for every flower child at heart!
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Blossoms Bell Sleeve Kurta

 

It’s easy to see how they’ve become so incredibly popular; they’re great whether you’re in the mood for sweet crochet, bright tie-dye, or simply something lightweight and wearable. If you own more than one you’ll have to let us know what snagged you into the kurta craze!

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Behind-the-Scenes

Apple Orchard Photoshoot

This year we were lucky enough to do our photoshoot at the Minnetonka Orchards. And to top it all off, we had perfectly warm, sunny weather, great friends and wonderful models. That we have one hell of a photographer never hurts either. (We love ya, Jenn! 🙂

Here’s a few apple orchard outtakes; a perfect fall day full of deliciously crisp, sun-warmed apples (…gosh, I could go for one now!) and tons of fun in our favorite Soul Flower fashions!

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This beauty of an apple pic is thanks to Bri!

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Beautiful Butterfly!

And two of our models are an engaged couple! How cute is that!? 🙂

To follow more of our behind the scene photos check us out on Tumblr! 
Peace, Love and Apples!
JacQ and your buds at Soul Flower

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Walkin’ On Sunshine & Feeling Good

 

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Walkin on Sunshine Eco Hoody

When the air starts to get crisp and the warmth of the sun begins to fade, its a Soul-Flower hoody I reach for! This past weekend I put my newest member to the test. It’s great to have a free day and my meandering Saturday landed me in a touristy area full of shops, an old train and way cool outdoor art! Of course my Walkin’ on Sunshine hoody accompanied me. I started the morning with it wrapped around my waste, by afternoon I was delighted to put it on and by sunset I was zipped up and hooded! Perfect fall day progression! 🙂

I ordered the small, it’s a great fit with room for a t-shirt or two underneath. It’s a great cut, a little more length in the torso (a plus) and a good (not too long not to short) length to the sleeves. I love the purpley, fuchsia color to pieces! Ya know, whatever goes into these sweatshirt creations, (the particular way they are designed/made), I hope that mold never breaks! The sweatshirt hoodies from SF are truly some of the cutest, softest, greatest fitting hoodies I’ve found. I’m in total comfort wearing one and as far as I can see, (in a world according to hoodies), nothing else fits quite to a T!

Now about that sun!! I really dig the design of the large orangey/yellow sun decal on back and the awesome saying. It got me thinking about great sun inspired saying and lyrics and just then, I came across a John Lennon painted wall i.e. ” Here Comes the Sun.” It was Kismet! Can we ever get enough of that glorious 4.6 billion year old, life giving fire ball? Not a chance!

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I really dig the design! 

Adding Walkin’ on Sunshine to my hoody roster has been fun and even entertaining! You’ll find yourself singing Katrina and The Waves lyrics every time you wear it! Strangely, it seems to inspire people around you to do the same. Which is pretty cool, really. Like spreading a little cheer and sunshine every where you go! I think maybe this Walkin’ on Sunshine SF hoody has been cleverly engineered to impact the world positively by that very thing…bringing smile and song to everyone! An uplifting message like “Walkin’ on Sunshine”,  the use of recycled plastic and organic cotton...heck we are well on our way to making this world an even brighter, sing-a-long kind of place! YAY!

Sing! Sing out loud!
~ Woo

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Stories

Helping the Arbor Day Foundation

Did you know that the Soul Flower catalog is printed with soy ink on 90% recycled materials? Each year we take strides to make our online boutique more eco-friendly than the year before. One of those ways is by helping out the Arbor Day Foundation. For every tree used to print our catalog , 3 trees are planted.

This year the Arbor Day Foundation sent us a wonderful email informing us that our donations have been used for planting 2,000 Jack pine trees in Pere Marquette State Forest in Northwestern Michigan  to improve the habitat for the endangered Kirtland’s warbler.

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This little birdy makes its home in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan. It is often referred to as the “bird of fire” because, oddly enough, its survival depends on the burning of its native Jack pine forest to nest, but since natural forest fires are often suppressed, the Kirtland’s have been placed in jeopardy. Back in 1971 only 201 pairs of these warblers remained. Luckily, due to habitat preservation through the planting of Jack pine trees, the population has grown to more than 1,800 males, and the Kirtland’s may soon be removed from the endangered species list! 🙂

We’ve been happy to help, and if you love your trees and feathered friends as much as we do, you can help too!

Peace,
Your Buds at Soul Flower

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Our Threads

Spirit Tree Organic Tunic : Eco Friendly Fashion

When the weather starts to cool down, I start wanting to wear some favorites: tall boots and long-sleeves.  It’s just one of the pleasures of fall for most females!  I’m always looking for long-sleeved t-shirts for my wardrobe, and this Soulflower tunic caught my eye.

What I love most about tunics is how versatile they are.  You can wear them with jeans as a t-shirt or put in on over your yoga clothes and add boots to go out on the town after class.  As the weather gets cold, you can put it on over long johns just for lounging or for going out.

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Spirit Tree Organic Tunic

Since this is a Soulflower tunic, it’s made of soft GMO-free, organic cotton and is made to be just as comfortable and simple as it is beautiful.  The shape is cut to accentuate the female figure.   But the material is soft, so it’s non-binding.   The result is a tunic that is flirty and fun, yet comfy like lounge clothes.  In fact, the thing about Soulflower is that it seems like they make all of their designs as if they are lounge clothes as well as going out clothes.  It’s awesome because you can feel good if you’re just lounging around the house, yet be ready to go out in a hurry.  So you can wear the clothes for multiple purposes, such as lounging, going to class and work, yoga class, out for a hike or bike ride, and out on the town.  It’s also so nice to go out and still feel snuggly and comfy in your clothes.

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Honor nature

This tunic is not just for fall and winter, either.  It can be worn with leggings and sandals in the spring and as a bathing suit cover-up in the summer.  So many options!

As things change in this world, I am always looking to buy stuff made in the USA that is low impact on our environment.  The Soulflower line is made in the USA and dyed with low-impact dyes.  Thanks Soulflower for bringing it home and keeping it clean!

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Love trees!

Soulflower’s graphics always astound me.  The designs are beautiful, yet simple, and they reflect nature and have positive messages to inspire those that wear them and those that get to see you wear them.  Their designs always have the effect of stopping someone to let you know how cool it is and how good you look.   Every piece of clothing represents the art of mindfulness, presence, and thoughtfulness.

I chose this tunic because I love trees!  The tree design and the color of the tunic are to remind us of the spirit of the tree.  Trees live in harmony with their environment.  They live much longer than we do generally, so they have much wisdom to teach us if we learn to slow down and listen.  This fall season is the time to get out and listen to the trees!

These photos were taken in Pisgah National Forest in the Laurentian forests that inhabit the tops of these Southern mountains.  We’ve lost many of the species that once thrived here due to invasive insects and diseases.  Be sure and pay attention to what is native in your area and never plant non-native trees and plants in order to prevent the spread of pests.

Peace,
Andria

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Behind-the-Scenes

Unexpected Awesomeness: Our Catalog Cover

Have you seen our latest catalog? Publishing these catalogs is so exciting for us here at Soul Flower! We only publish two per year, so tons of time, effort, and creativity goes into each and every page. And this one is awesome.

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Now, I won’t go spoiling the fun by showing off every single page. I just want to talk about that cover!

The inspiration for our Fall/Winter 2012 catalog cover was simple: that photo.

Our photographer Jenn took this shot during a photoshoot in Minneapolis. Our bud Maddie is the model, and she’s making her way down a green-filled path on the way to the next location. It wasn’t planned: Jenn just happened to look up and capture Maddie at that perfect moment!

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With luck on our side, the rest of the catalog came together smoothly. Having Maddie picked out for the cover –giving off good vibes!– really helped us put extra love into every page. It’s amazing when things just come together like that!

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The photo is set, now what about a title? We needed something fun, funky, carefree, and totally Soul Flower. It might sound crazy, but the style of writing (or font) really affects the entire mood! (Check out this infographic for a taste of the science behind typefaces)

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I took inspiration from the design I drew up awhile back when we printed some little “let your soul flower” tattoos.

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Brainstormed with a bunch of doodles…does it remind you of your old school notebook? Writing “I heart Bobby!!” and “Mrs. Brad Pitt” all over the pages? 🙂

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And eventually landed on this:

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Whew! I know, it seems like quite the process. The whole catalog is a labor of love for us, and we are giddy with excitement to know what you think! Drop us a line, a comment, a note– and let us know your thoughts.

So now, when you get your catalog and see the cover, you’ll know the story!

We hope it reminds you to keep your eyes open for those special moments. When you’re taking pictures of your kids or your loved ones, look up when they’re not expecting it and capture that instant of pure, honest real-ness. The best and most beautiful things are all around us, if we just look, listen, and recognize.

Remember to let your soul flower,
~Your buds

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