Spring Travel Guide: Local Edition


Style-Architects Spring Travel Guide

Sunshine and blue skies must be major cause of wanderlust, because we're ready to get outside and explore. Whether it's for the weekend, a week, or a lengthier journey, pack right with a few of our fav suitcase stuffers. Don't worry though, homesickness isn't on the itinerary: most of these travel essentials are right around the corner, so you can stay local while going global.

Grab your friends, pack your {stylish} bags & hit the road: adventure awaits!

1. Martin Patrick 3 Toothbrush and Toothpaste 2. One Love Organics Dry Shampoo: Wilson and Willy's 3. Ray Ban Sunglasses 4. Hat: Filson 5. Grown Alchemist Facial Kit: Parc Boutique 6. Duluth Pack Tote: Wilson and Willy's 7. Fujifilm instant camera: Urban Outfitters 8. Leatherworks MN camera strap: Wilson and Willy's 9. Puma Sneakers: Madewell 10. Swing Trench: Everlane 11. Pouch: Askov Finlayson 12. Watch: Shinola 13. The Gentlewoman: Parc Boutique 

Spring Cleaning: Desk{top} Edition


  

Spring means crisp air, a fresh wardrobe, and a clean home - starting with your workspace. As the weather gets hotter, our minds tend to wander while we work, {dreaming of patio happy hours and lake walks}, so we think it's time to de-clutter our desk{top}s with these tech tips to help us stay organized and focused. Who's with us!?

Workflow

Shave seconds off your mobile procedures with Workflow, an app that streamlines your phone processes by connecting apps and actions together. For example, you can create a “Workflow” that allows you to take a photo and send it to your social streams in one click- perfect for sharing social/content inspiration with your team!

The Skimm

No time for the traditional morning newspaper read over a cup of coffee? Welcome to our world. We love The Skimm's “We read, you skim” mentality. This time-saving app recaps top stories and need-to-know information to start your workday off with a boost of info sure to impress your coworkers.

Scanner Pro

Scanner Pro is an app that uses your iPhone or iPad’s iOS camera to take pictures of paper documents. The app’s technology then edits the scanned image to adjust for visual defects. You can then save, upload, email, and fax the doc. Bye bye clunky scanner {after all, it’s 2015, why do we still use those things?}

Evernote

A digital binder for your brain. Clip web pages, markup images, scan handwritten documents and more with Evernote. From to-do lists to pages of research, all of your thoughts have a place to call home.

 

Mint

Give your wallet a reality check {“wait, those shoes were how much?”}. Mint is an app that acts as a central location for all of your finances, allowing you to see the whole picture of your investments, spending, balances, and more! It even tracks spending patterns in real time. Cha-ching.

Keeper

So many online accounts, so little time. Keep your stuff safe with Keeper, a digital vault for passwords. 

  

Local Love: Beach Essentials


Style-Architects beach essentials

The temperatures are heating up and it's almost time to ditch the layers in favor of breezy fabrics, sun-kissed skin and weekends at the beach. Whether you're making a destination getaway or opting for a stay-cation, these locally made beach essentials will keep you looking Minnesota cool in the hot sun.

1. First things first. Protect your skin with a trustworthy UV defense. We recommend Skin Ceuticals Sunscreen from our friends at Blue Mercury

2. From stand-up paddleboarding to lounging on the sand, this high-waisted Hackwith Design House suit has you covered.

3. Keep your skin hydrated from the drying salt water with Elizabeth Dehn One Love Organics Vitamin D active moisture time release mist

4. What's a beach without a good read? Swing by Parc Boutique and pick up a copy of Frankie mag for a dose of inspiration and the latest in design, fashion, travel and music.

5. Slip into a new pair of flip-flops from Pumpz & Co.

6. Don't forget your shades! Wilson and Willy's carries everything from these crush-worthy Capital Eyewear sunglasses to home decor, like this fabulous Susan Connor Copper Linen Block Print Throw. 

7. Sport your Minnesota love while carrying all your beach essentials in this tote from Fidelis Co. {it also makes the perfect farmer's market pal}!

Pantone Color of The Year: Marsala


This year proved that Marsala is no longer reserved for adding flavor to your favorite chicken dish {hungry now?}. This nurturing and fulfilling Pantone Color of the Year will give you an earthy feel, while still dramatically enriching your look. Combine the color with neutrals like warm taupes and grays as well as hues of blue to garnish your closet or interiors, or let it stand boldly on its own. 

Featured Work: Red Stamp Engagement Shoot


Style-Architects Red Stamp shoot

With the holidays, come many acts of love and this season...proposals were at the top of the list. Whether you're getting together with family and friends to throw a surprise soiree for your favorite couple or celebrating your own special news, when planning an engagement party, it is important to sprinkle unique and personalized touches! {And what better way to do so than with Red Stamp's badass party product line!?} Take a look at how SA and Red Stamp merged once again to create a simple and elegant engagement celebration, perfect for those who have committed to tying the knot. View the entire Fall 2014 lookbook {photographed by the talented Canary Greyhere


Monthly Musing: Emerald City


Emerald City

As the snow continues to flurry around you, what better way to channel your inner warmth than with a smooth, radiating hint of emerald? Sure, this jewel tone may have reigned as 2014's "it" pantone color, but after seeing this hot hue all over '15 runways, team SA doesn't plan to leave Emerald City anytime soon. Fuel your adventurous soul with evergreen-inspired wardrobe pieces to give you a mountain chic aura. Embellish your living spaces and gatherings with this natural shade to help you and your guests feel relaxed and refreshed the moment they walk through the door.

We don’t plan on missing our chance to embrace the cool season with this energizing shade, are you with us?