More than 4000 people turned out for the fourth annual Walk for Lupus, Now! It was the biggest crowd ever! Donations exceeded the $175,000 goal and are still being tallied. Even though we experienced the last gasp of summer and it's 100 degree temperature, the positive energy radiated throughout the event.
Eclipse Couture's debut exceeded our expectations, too. Our clothing line was well received and we even made some sales. We sold at least one piece of each design that we brought, which included skirts, pants, scarves, wrap jackets and a wrap blouse.
The beauty of our sun protective, micro fiber fabric, combined with the thoughtful design of our clothing, is that it has a supportive stretch that gives as I grow and shrink. It's so annoying to me to have to purchase clothing in various sizes because my body swells and shrinks at will. My diet is fairly steady, meaning I eat about the same amount of calories everyday, and I try to get some type of exercise everyday. Even so, I can gain or lose five to eight pounds in a day. That's about one size in a waistband.
Our wrap tops, skirts and scarves are flattering and comfortable, and relieve the stress associated with sun damage.
Check out our photos and email me if you'd like to purchase a piece or two. We have various color choices and a couple of prints.
Thank you for reading,
Jana
Makes it fun to be in the sun!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Walk for Lupus, Now! coming up on Saturday
Hello from the workshops of Eclipse Couture! We are bustling with activity as we prepare to launch our collection of sun protective clothing on Saturday, September 25th at the 4th Annual Walk for Lupus, Now!
So far, we will be bringing you casual pants, skirts and jackets which are all designed for a flattering, fashionable fit, even with the changing bodies that medications, disease activity or Thanksgiving dinner might create. Our fabrics come in rich colors of stretchable knits, combining sun protective and moisture wicking properties.
We will also be bringing you the season's "Au current" scarf in varying sizes, colors, textures and patterns. For me, our scarves are invaluable. Because they fold up small, I carry at least one in my purse to throw over my shoulder when the sun comes through my drivers' side window. I tie the smaller ones around my neck to protect my throat and chest from the sun when I dash through grocery store or shopping center parking lots. It's amazing how much sun I can be exposed to just running errands.
Even though I wear organic sunscreen in an effort to avoid constantly rubbing readily absorbed chemicals on my body, I still prefer the option of throwing a piece of soft cloth over my sensitive skin. Fabrics that drape around the neck or shoulders create style and sophistication to an otherwise plain outfit - think jeans paired with a tee shirt or blouse. They add interest and character to almost any outfit.
Also, for me, our sun protective fabrics take away the anxiety of being in the direct rays of the sun. Not only do I worry about lupus activity, skin cancer and burns, but I like to avoid wrinkles whenever possible. My mother told me that to tell the real age of a woman, look at her hands, throat and chest - the areas most difficult to protect. (Hint: our gloves will be coming out soon!)
We hope you'll stop by our table at the Walk for Lupus, Now! If you're not in the area, keep checking back here - I'll post photos with ordering instructions, soon!
Thanks for reading, and don't forget that Eclipse Couture "makes it fun to be in the sun!"
So far, we will be bringing you casual pants, skirts and jackets which are all designed for a flattering, fashionable fit, even with the changing bodies that medications, disease activity or Thanksgiving dinner might create. Our fabrics come in rich colors of stretchable knits, combining sun protective and moisture wicking properties.
We will also be bringing you the season's "Au current" scarf in varying sizes, colors, textures and patterns. For me, our scarves are invaluable. Because they fold up small, I carry at least one in my purse to throw over my shoulder when the sun comes through my drivers' side window. I tie the smaller ones around my neck to protect my throat and chest from the sun when I dash through grocery store or shopping center parking lots. It's amazing how much sun I can be exposed to just running errands.
Even though I wear organic sunscreen in an effort to avoid constantly rubbing readily absorbed chemicals on my body, I still prefer the option of throwing a piece of soft cloth over my sensitive skin. Fabrics that drape around the neck or shoulders create style and sophistication to an otherwise plain outfit - think jeans paired with a tee shirt or blouse. They add interest and character to almost any outfit.
Also, for me, our sun protective fabrics take away the anxiety of being in the direct rays of the sun. Not only do I worry about lupus activity, skin cancer and burns, but I like to avoid wrinkles whenever possible. My mother told me that to tell the real age of a woman, look at her hands, throat and chest - the areas most difficult to protect. (Hint: our gloves will be coming out soon!)
We hope you'll stop by our table at the Walk for Lupus, Now! If you're not in the area, keep checking back here - I'll post photos with ordering instructions, soon!
Thanks for reading, and don't forget that Eclipse Couture "makes it fun to be in the sun!"
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Eclipse Couture's first official blog!
Necessity truly is the mother of invention. Eclipse Couture is a fashionable clothing line, designed and constructed in SPF fabric.
Because of lupus and the ton of meds that I take, the sun is my enemy. I have to stay covered all the time or else I suffer devastating effects from the sun's rays. Until now, the selection of clothing with an SPF in the material have been predominantly sports attire or clothes that make me feel unattractive. Desperate for something to wear, I turned to my sister-in-law, Annika Olsen, founder and director of AOCO, an internationally known fashion forward design collection for women. For the last two years, she has focused part of her attention on designing and producing clothing with an SPF fabric.
Our fledgling company, Eclipse Couture, will make it's debut at the Walk For Lupus Now on September 25. (Details about the walk will be forthcoming, as will details about our website.) We'll be showcasing our starter collection of basic wardrobe essentials at the Eclipse Couture booth.
Hope to see you there!
Jana
Because of lupus and the ton of meds that I take, the sun is my enemy. I have to stay covered all the time or else I suffer devastating effects from the sun's rays. Until now, the selection of clothing with an SPF in the material have been predominantly sports attire or clothes that make me feel unattractive. Desperate for something to wear, I turned to my sister-in-law, Annika Olsen, founder and director of AOCO, an internationally known fashion forward design collection for women. For the last two years, she has focused part of her attention on designing and producing clothing with an SPF fabric.
Our fledgling company, Eclipse Couture, will make it's debut at the Walk For Lupus Now on September 25. (Details about the walk will be forthcoming, as will details about our website.) We'll be showcasing our starter collection of basic wardrobe essentials at the Eclipse Couture booth.
Hope to see you there!
Jana
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