Author Archives: Katie

Take a Hike

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Katie

The fashion trend influenced by a heritage outdoor aesthetic has enjoyed a much longer shelf life than most seasonal trends. From flannel to fair isle, it is a practical answer to fall and winter wardrobes and offers a large pool … Continue reading →

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The Feline Formula

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Katie

As a self proclaimed cat person, raised in a family of cat people (see photo above of my sister Betsy, circa 1987), I can get a little obsessed over anything cat related. I realize only some of you will really … Continue reading →

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Beaver Creek Chic

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Katie

A few months ago a vintage leather jacket came into my possession. It was a boxy men’s bomber with a torn lining and little to no relevant style. Nevertheless, the supple worn leather was too nice to be cast aside … Continue reading →

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Travel Journal: Northern Europe

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Katie

After nearly 4 years, I was thrilled to be back in Europe last week on a shopping trip for work at Converse. For the most part the rain/snow held out and the overcast skies gave the cities we visited a … Continue reading →

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Misc. Six

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Katie

#1. Having been off the technology grid for a whole week while in Belize, over the past few days I’ve been getting my internet fix by diving deep into all my favorite fashion and design sites. The result is a … Continue reading →

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Tangerine Tango

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Katie

In lieu of Christmas presents this year, my family took an exciting week-long adventure vacation to Belize, which more than held up to it’s tourism board tagline as “Mother Nature’s Best Kept Secret.” This small English-speaking country, nestled between Mexico … Continue reading →

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Weitzman the Wise

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Katie

On December 13th, The Early Show on CBS aired a great little segment by Katrina Szish about the life and work of Stuart Weitzman, the talented shoe designer often known as the King of the Red Carpet. Stuart Weitzman shoes … Continue reading →

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Road Trip Recap

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Katie

The day after stopping at the Grand Canyon on our cross country drive this past summer, we visited Arches National Park in Moab, Utah. I dare say that while I know we didn’t scratch the surface of things to see and … Continue reading →

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Wearable Art

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Katie

Wearable art is the very definition of what we do at Katie Blauer. Through the process of individually designing and hand making every pair of shoes, we’re able use avant garde materials in a way that would never be able … Continue reading →

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Misc. Six

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Katie

As a part of relocating across the country, my entire shoemaking studio had to be packed, shipped, and put into storage until the new space is ready here on the east coast. I’m going stir crazy without all of my … Continue reading →

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