Mia Berglund scarves for fall: Gorgeous designs from a beautiful heart

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion

My favorite accessories are those one-of-a-kind pieces designed by artists that I know are supported directly by my purchase, wherever they may be. While I’m all for finding the best prices on clothes for me and my kids, I’m also happy to splurge on a few...

The ONE FashionABLE scarf: A cool accessory for a cause, but hurry!

by Kristen Chase | Fashion

As if I didn’t love FashionABLE enough, they’ve just collaborated with ONE.org to launch their limited edition ONE FashionABLE summer scarf and wow, is it gorgeous. Even better, the profits now help two great charitable organizations. I’m...

Gorgeous graduation gifts that give back, which might just be the very best kind.

by Kristen Chase | Fashion

Raven + lily has been one of my favorite go-to gift sources ever since we first featured them a long time ago here on Cool Mom Picks and discovered their wonderful selection of gifts that give back. So it’s not surprise they’ve got a lovely selection of...

Splurge or steal: Cool ombre scarves for spring and how to wear them

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion

When I saw this Chan Luu ombre scarf on Net-a-Porter I nearly died with envy. I want to eat it it’s so gorgeous. Or at least wrap myself in the gorgeous cashmere-silk blend fabric and never take it off. If you’re wondering how to wear a scarf when winter...

Spring trend alert: Cool floral accessories for women that have nothing to do with Laura Ingalls.

by Kristen Chase | Fashion

I’ve had my eye on this floral trend for awhile now, but it took seeing the gorgeous Rebecca Minkoff floral trim cross body bag below to finally convince me that I could pull it off–with the caveat that I need to be focusing on cool floral accessories. No...

Handmade gifts from Far and Wide Collective that look good and do good.

by Melissa | Fashion

After scooping up some handmade jewelry at a street bazaar during a recent trip to Mexico, I started yearning for even more handmade gifts and one-of-a-kind accessories with an origin slightly more interesting than what I see in mall store chains. We love finding...

FashionABLE scarves’ new spring line warms us up in lots of ways

by Kate Etue | Fashion

We love FashionABLE (now Able) scarves. They’re gorgeous and well made–some of the most stylish scarves we’ve seen anywhere–and their human touch makes us even more devoted fans. In fact, see our editor Liz sporting the Genet Scarf along with...

The FashionABLE birthday sale: You get the gifts, and so do women halfway around the world.

by Stephanie Slate | Doing Good

Three years ago, a small company was founded that would forever change the lives of so many women and mothers in Ethiopia. You may already know how much we love FashionABLE, their beautiful handmade scarves and leather goods, and everything they’re doing to...

The fairest trade gifts of them all (for the fairest mom of them all)

by Delilah S. Dawson | Fashion

Once upon a time there was an online store filled with beautiful gifts from all over the world: bags, scarves, jewelry, quilts, stamps, and decor. Every purchase helped transform lives and make the world a better place.  It’s not a fairy tale, and...

The perfect pop of color: vibrant voile scarves for almost spring

by Delilah S. Dawson | Fashion

It’s almost spring. Almost. That’s what I tell myself as I pull on knee-high socks, boots, and a coat. I’m not ready for full-on pastels, but these gorgeous, block-printed scarves are a great way to dip a toe into the bright, carefree colors of...