April 7, 2011

HIS NAME IS RYAN.

RYAN HAMMONDS OF R. DOUGLAS CUSTOM CLOTHIER WILL MAKE YOU LOOK LIKE A MILLION BUCKS.



SISTER|BROTHER INTRODUCES RYAN HAMMONDS OF R. DOUGLAS CUSTOM CLOTHIER
So, it's no surprise, my husband and I like clothes. Okay, so I might like them a bit more than he does, but still. When I met my husband, he was schlepping through the halls of the Capitol in Armani, Dolce and occasionally, Tom Ford; and usually in a pinstripe with suspenders hidden underneath. He liked high end (still does), but sometimes the high end didn't fit his broad shoulders or his impossibly long legs and short torso. This is, as we see it, one of the underlying issues in men's fashion. There is only so much a tailor can do to make a pre-existing suit fit a man who does not meet the specs of a cookie-cutter sizing chart. After all, don't we all want our man to look like this? Yes, yes you do.


Haute.

In the search for the perfect "fit," my husband has been known to scour the internet for tailors in countries and cities he's visiting for work (London, San Francisco, Dubai), coming home with hands full of custom pieces that put most mainstream designers to shame and at costs that seriously compete. Some better than others, it has always remained somewhat of a challenge... until now. I will never forget the day he met Ryan Hammonds of R. Douglas Custom Clothier here in our very own Sacramento. He called me, insisting I write a post on the "impeccable" work of Ryan Hammonds. He promoted R. Douglas in a way that only a savvy, professional PR consultant can. I was convinced, but only partly (in a way, that only a professional fashion stylist can be without seeing the garments in the flesh). It didn't take long, however, for me to join the R. Douglas marketing bandwagon. And let me tell you, this boy's gonna be big. Period. Some have even compared him to the "next Kiton."



Ryan understands a man's need to look stylish and professional and still have a bit of suave going on 'cause we all know, there ain't nothing wrong with that. 






Put on a pair of suspenders, if you like, or throw on a three-piece with a vest in a bold color. Sick of the tie? Try a bow tie or an ascot. There really are no limits and there honest to god never should be when it comes to fashion. R. Douglas works with a team of elite tailors that will custom make each piece to fit you like a glove and in any material, pattern or cut you desire and at a very reasonable price. Did I mention he makes house calls? He does. Check out some of his work and don't forget to tell him Sis|Bro|Husband (haha) sent you. 



For more information or to schedule a private consultation:
Ryan Douglas Hammonds
916.524.9274
info@rdouglas.net


- sister

April 6, 2011

OUR DAUGHTERS...

THEY'RE HAVING A REVOLUTION.



And they're definitely winning... Let's just say the clothing line, Daughters of the Revolution, provides a collective army of fashion fantastic with every new battle... ahem, collection. A family-owned business, DAR's founder/owner, Emily Cadenhead, has taken fashion designing to environmentally new heights by using recyclable materials and using eco-friendly techniques. I don't know about you, but that makes it so much easier to justify a purchase or two... and we're not talking about brown gauze peasant skirts either. No, DAR is known for their boheimian-urban (albeit a bit gypsy) maxi dresses and beautiful bell-sleeved blouses, but Cadenhead has been known to surprise with an occasional pant in sequins, too.

DAR SEQUIN LEGGINGS, $125 BUY HERE


A little bit fairytale with an international commonality running through it, DAR is versatile, ethereal, feminine and worth every penny. I promise.

SIENNA DRESS, AUTUMN NIGHT, $364 BUY HERE
I like to think of DAR as my go-to brand for all things hippie chic, but with that edgy imperfection I strive for everyday. So hard to resist a maxi dress with lace and hardware or a jumpsuit made of chiffon (!).

DAR RED AZTEC BUTTERFLY DRESS, $215 BUY HERE
DAR CHIFFON JUMPSUIT, $105 BUY HERE

DAR GREEN TEA GARDEN PARTY, $225 BUY HERE
Give DAR a try, if you haven't already. They haven't quite made it to Sacramento yet, but you can find them online or at the stores listed here on DAR. Let's get them carried here, too, shall we? I'll help lead the revolution ;)

- sister

April 5, 2011

SIS|BRO HAS MOVED

BROTHER HAS UPLOADED ALL OF THE POSTS YOU SEE HERE ON BLOGGER ONTO OUR NEW WORDPRESS SITE. WE HOPE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE MORE RESOURCES OVER THERE. SEE YOU ON THE FLIP SIDE! ;-)

Check us out!
http://www.sisterbrotherstyle.com/

XO SIS|BRO


CHAN LUU:

COMPLETES ME.




Darling designer, Chan Luu, has her hands full. She's blowing up in a major way and for very good reason... her stuff is amazing! Chan Luu is probably one of my favorite casual chic designers right now from clothing to jewelry. Chan Luu has a very clear understanding of high fashion at an extremely reasonable price. I like that you can throw on any of their beautiful wrap bracelets mixed in with your finer jewelry pieces and manage to create that effortless chic look we all so desire.

GAGA GOES GAGA FOR CHAN LUU LAYERING BRACELETS IN LEATHER AND PEARL

RHIANNA IN GOLD VERMEIL WRAP BRACELETS

REESE WITHERSPOON IN CHAN LUU'S SILK CASHMERE SCARF

JARED LETO SPORTS THE CASHMERE SCARF
 Chan Luu isn't limited to beautiful accessories, however. Their clothing line is unique and delightfully edgy. Think high fashion organic urban wear. Chan Luu takes her line to astronomical heights by reaching out of the traditional retail box and expanding on how one defines beautiful on a global level. Chan Luu's looks translate in any part of the world. And what's so beautiful about this, you can find her pieces here in town. Check out our friends at Madam Butterfly, they've got loads of Chan Luu!

CHAN LUU BEADED TUNIC WITH SHEER SKIRT, $1300
TO DIE FOR!

CHAN LUU EMBROIDERED EYELET VEST IN WHITE, $120

CHAN LUU COTTON EMBELLISHED GYPSY SKIRT, $395
I promise you won't be disappointed by this amazing line. 

- sister

April 4, 2011

FRUIT BASKET COUTURE:

A BITE OF JUICY FASHION FANTASTIC.

STELLA MCCARTNEY FRUIT PRINT TOTE, $1,265 AT NEIMAN MARCUS




Stella McCartney, Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana to Urban Outfitters and ASOS, everyone is going bananas for this fruit-fashion trend. It's playful and tasty and allows you to show those around you just how fashion-forward you really are... 


FRUITY CHARM NECKLACE, $65 AT URBAN OUTFITTERS
MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC FRUIT DRESS, $595 AT SAKS
Embellish your look with sequin pears or colorful fruit charms. In order to work this trend you need to convey a combination of Chiquita Banana and "fashionista haute off the runway."
MARKUS LUPFER PEAR SWEATER, $445.50 AT  MATCHES

CHERRY RED APPLE RING, $48 AT OLDGOLDBOUTIQUE
Fruitful fancy and delightfully delicious, give this trend a whirl. You'll walk away completely satisfied. I'm sure of it.

- sister