This week we are going to do some window shopping to find our inspiration. If you sell your jewelry knowing what colors are popular and the major trends can help inspire new designs. Another reason to look toward clothing stores - you'll get to know your idea client a little better.
The Assignement:
Create a piece of jewelry inspired by your favorite clothing catalog or online store.
Tips for Designing with Fashion in Mind:
Check out the clothes from your favorite place to shop and design a piece of jewelry inspired by an outfit. What would you were with that dress or sweater?
You could also head to Polyvore and search for your favorite store or brand to find outfits to inspire you.
If you sell your jewelry think about what clothing store captures your jewelry brand. Ask yourself where do your customers shop. If your clients are trendy girls in their 20's your brand is more likely to fit in at Modcloth if you are funky and retro or Free People is your jewelry captures more of a boho spirit. If your are customers are women in their 30's or 40's who love art, culture and travel - check out Anthropologie or Sundance.
Have fun this week creating a piece of jewelry to match an outfit. If you blog, be sure to share your outfit inspiration along with your jewelry piece.
Don't worry about following trends or being trendy - pick something that feels authentic to you. And you don't have to pick a big brand name - feel free to find your inspiration with indie designers and boutiques too.
Extra Credit:
Create a board called "Your Company Name" Style on Pinterest this week and pin clothing from your favorite brands and your jewelry. Please put your company name in there or people are just going to think your weird. :) Add to this board frequently with clothing that matches your jewelry style and every time you add a new piece of jewelry to your shop. Tag your clothing posts with the name of the clothing brand or catalog so their customers can find your pins and hopefully your jewelry!
Share your progress!
If you write a blog post about your Week 6 Challenge share the link by clicking on the blue button below. If you don't have a blog leave a comment here to let me know you participated in the Facebook group this week.
What is the Jewelry Mojo Challenge? Click here to read all about it. Can you still join? Yes! You can follow along and do all 12 weeks or pick and choose the ones you find inspiring.