Designer Spotlight-La Alicia

Nov 19, 2010 by Clueless Fashionista

While I’m not a big fan of buzz words that people like to throw around in business and sometimes in fashion, but eco-friendly is a cool one because it means that people are being environmentally conscious. I am a big fan all things that help preserve the earth so I’ve been keeping an eye on the eco-fashion trend. It started off kind of shaky with poorly designed things made from hemp and other earthy items. But in recent years, eco-friendly lines from high end designers like Stella McCartney has encouraged everyone to step their game up. Unfortunately, Stella McCartney’s pieces, while wonderful, can be a bit on the pricey side of you’re on a budget. La Alicia is a great online boutique where you can get very cute eco-friendly accessories that fit nicely within any budget. The wonderfully eclectic boutique has everything from clutches to ornaments. The creator of La Alicia, Alicia Colina-Ashby took some time to answer the Clueless Glam Libs and share what inspires her.

What inspires you to create?
I love to create the unexpected by using colors, textures and found objects. I want to create things that make people happy — things that provide an unexpected reason to giggle.

Paper inspires me to create. I love the texture, smell and potential that every already-used sheet holds. Using magazine pages is really fun too because you’re never exactly sure what sections will show when you’re done folding it. Discovering those little spots peeking out is part of the fun of watching a creation take shape.

What is one tip you would give to an up and coming designer?
Share your work with others for feedback and stay true to yourself.

Finish this sentence
Fashion is fun and can be sustainable at the same time.

Share a favorite quote that you use as a creative inspiration.
“The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” – Albert Einstein

If you’re stuck on gift ideas, you should definitely stop by La Alicia and browse around. I think you will definitely find something cute and with her wonderful prices, you will be able to get something for yourself as well.