eastern market series | must haves

i wish i could buy all of these eclectic beads from nigeria!

karen (morethanaruby.wordpress.com) scored this amazing black bejeweled belt for $10.

meanwhile, a hop, skip, and a jump over to an accessories stand had the both of us in awe over the following cool finds...after the jump!

eastern market series | tina baby collections

remember my post on "the little clutch that could"? well for the greater good of mankind, i've decided to reveal my source: tina baby collections. clutches and bags range from $22 and up. jewelry is moderately priced, and you can score some great silk scarves and ties for around $10. she also has a limited selection of vintage frocks and blouses. more photos of great accessories and finds after the jump!

eastern market series | mann made designs

if you love bright colors + geometric designs + ecclectic jewelry, look no further than mann made designs by sterling silver jewelry designer jimmy mann. i got the chance to check out his booth at eastern market, and karen (morethanaruby.wordpress.com) and i were impressed with what the chief designer had to offer:

earrings, cufflinks, pendants, galore... more after the jump!

eastern market series | buji bag

designer ana russell might have a million dollar idea on her hands. after quitting her corporate job after the recession, she decided to get back to her artistry in designing handbags, jewelry, apparel, and my favorite, "booties". if you visit her stand in eastern market, an open air market for fresh goods and crafts by local designers, you will be amazed at her level of creativity.

"booties" are leather and lace covers for your heels. you insert your shoe, and wrap the cover around and under the sole of the shoe, and it completely revolutionizes the wearability of your shoe wardrobe. they come in many assorted leathers, but my personal favorite is the lace series (pictured on the right). The prices range from $40 - $60, depending upon the materials used for the bootie.  one of my dear alumni friends and fellow blogger karen attiah and i (morethanaruby.wordpress.com)  were able to chat it up with Ana and snap more photos of her wonderful musings! More after the jump.

dc fashion | eastern market series

now that i've been supplanted back in the district, i figured i should explore more sartorial musings in the capital beltway. first stop in our series, a few vendors at dc's eastern market, a haven for lovers of fresh local fruits, veggies, flowers, and handcrafted jewelry and designs. stay tuned!

me: last october in eastern market.