We are so thrilled about this partnership for a new collection full of amazing pieces that will complete your winter and holiday wardrobe! We have teamed up with the gorgeous and talented Ashley Lemieux, owner founder of
The Shine Project, to create The Shine Collection by Ashley Lemieux.
The Shine Project was founded with the intent to employ inner city youth, and to provide scholarships for them to be able to continue their education beyond high school - something most of them never dreamed possible.
In May 2012, Ashley taught herself how to make bracelets. Her goal was to be able to employ the first few students that had received scholarships so they could keep earning money to stay in school, and have real life job experience that could set them up for success in the future. Ashley invested $500 in jewelry supplies and teaching the students how to hand make the jewelry out of her small two bedroom condo. One month later, in June 2012, Threads by The Shine Project launched.
Since then, The Shine Project has opened their headquarters in downtown Phoenix. It's a place where students come after school to hand make your jewelry. They are involved in running everything from customer service, shipping, jewelry design, t shirt design, new product design, sales, and events. The students who are given scholarships through the non profit are then given jobs through Threads, so they can be mentored and guided every step of the way.
Over 40 scholarships have been given since 2011, and 100% of donations given to the non profit go directly to the students.
Threads by The Shine Project currently employees 11 inner city students.
Ashley has pieced together 5 gorgeous and perfect looks that will take you through winter and the holiday season in style. The entire collection is live on our website starting today, and each week, we will look at the details of each unique look!
This week we are detailing The Trench Look. This look will take you from daytime errands and meetings, to dinner out in the evening.
Nothing beats this timeless and classic look, complete with dark washed skinnies, the perfect white boyfriend tee, a classic tweed trench, and topped off with black suede booties, and a clutch with the perfect amount of metallic gold to make a statement! Plus we couldn't have a complete look without incorporating some of Ashley's gorgeous Threads!
Tweed on You Coat: Sleek faux leather quilted sleeves are the perfect accent, echoing the richly colored tweed fabrication of a warm coat with menswear inspiration!
The Boyfriend Tee: We all love the famous "boyfriend" tee . . . it's a go-to for many and goes with everything! Featuring soft and cozy modal fabric, cap sleeves and a v-neck!
The Ashley Jean: Skinny Jeans = Abosulte Wardrobe Staple. These gems are a medium/dark wash, five pocket skinny with an embriodered back pocket.
The Roxie Bootie: Booties are all the rage this year, and our Roxie Bootie doesn’t disappoint! The soft suede taupe fabric with simple and sweet cut out details carry you about your day in comfort and style. With a modest height 3 inch heel, you’ll be able to wear these beauties all day in comfort and ease!
By Your Side Purse: Lightweight and full of attitude, fun cut out details pair with anything from denim to LBDs!
We suggest shopping early to get your choice of items from The Shine Collection!
And to celebrate the launch of The Shine Collection by Ashley Lemieux, we are giving away store credit worth $50 to TWO winners! Enter below for your chance to win!
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