An important preamble to what will be a great shopping guide directing you to my favorite (though not yet exhaustive list) of specialty stores, independent designers, and brands that are just the real deal. It was always my dream to have a thriving creative business, working with great people and making designs we collectively loved. But somewhere al…

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