http://www.brandhabit.com/feeds/member/Fashion-Diplomat Carla, thank you for your post. It's refreshing to hear from fellow fashionistas who desire more substance in fashion. Yes fashion is fabulous. It is even more fabulous when we appreciate the art and creative process behind fashion by supporting local artisans in the industry and the boutiques that support them. I also look to support lines that give back to charities and practice sustainable production methods. Check out shopsubstance.com a boutique in the Short North Arts District of Columbus, OH that uses discontinued styles and overstock inventory to design and produce a fabulous new collection every month with one of a kind handwork and couture quality details. http://www.brandhabit.com/member/Fashion-Diplomat © 2007 BrandHabit, Inc. All rights reserved.