THE CREAM is an event we look forward to every year. Our favorite Wedding vendors, event planners, bloggers, and stylists come together and magic happens. Literally. Take a peak at this year’s Cream, and you’ll see what we mean…
Thank you to the Bash, Please ladies for these gorgeous photos, and putting on an epic event! We’re already anticipating next year’s Cream!
The 31 Bits team had a Skype meeting with the ladies in Uganda this morning! We love seeing their beautiful and joy-filled faces, even if it’s through a computer screen!
We love seeing the 31 Bits beneficiaries pursue their dreams outside of the walls of our Ugandan compound. It’s what our Fashion For Good model is all about! This week, we wanted to feature Winnie and share the ways she is making her dreams a reality through 31 Bits.
Since she was young, Winnie wanted to be a teacher. She loved school and wanted to play a part in the education of others. Yet when difficult family circumstances caused her to drop out of school, she thought this was no longer a possibility. She was hired at 31 Bits and quickly became one of our top designers – she can handle any design, and her work is flawless! The income and experience at 31 Bits has allowed her to pick up where she left off in education, and in January she enrolled in Mighty Skill, a nursery school education program. This 9-month certification covers 13 subjects including English, Math and Physical Education, and Winnie has loved it. She spends every weekend in class being educated herself while learning how to educate others. When asked what her favorite part of school has been, she answered ‘learning how to handle young children in how they behave.’ And with two young children at home. she has plenty of opportunities for ‘applied learning.’
We cannot wait to celebrate with her when she receives her certification in the coming months!
Meet Julie! She joined the Uganda team 2 months ago as the Director of Operations and we absolutely love her!! We think you will too!
Where are you from: Costa Mesa, CA
What is your position: I’m the Director of Operations. I oversee the process of every Bits design- from pieces of paper to final product. I also manage our wonderful Operations Managers as they do quality control and mentor our beneficiaries.
What has been the hardest thing about moving across the world? Moving across the world is surreal to say the least. I lived in Seattle when I was hired, so packing my car with everything I owned and driving away from people and a city I had fallen in love with for four years was certainly difficult. But now that I am in Uganda, I would say the hardest ting is learning new cultural norms and values. Its difficult and thrilling all at the same time- but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Things you’ve learned since moving to Uganda: I have learned a lot since I have arrived: how to properly tie a baby on my back, how to drive a boda boda, how to barter in the public market, how to dance ‘like an Acholi lady’, and how good development, like being done at 31 Bits, can truly empower and change ones life.
Favorite food: I keep it simple – beans, rice, and guacamole. Lucky for me, Uganda is great at this dish.
Favorite design from the Spring collection: Necklace: I love the kooky look of the Razzle Dazzle. Bracelet: Half Moon in pink & tangerine.
31 Bits is featured in the April issue of Regard Magazine, on stands now! Like what you see? We still have a couple Poppet bracelets left!
Today we’re featuring another cute look for spring! This week’s style board is inspired by the Windsor necklace! The Windsor looks especially great paired with a long pale maxi dress and a bright patterned clutch!
1. Anthropologie Maxi Dress 2. Steve Madden Pallace Sandal 3. J. Crew Cork Belt 5. Anthropologie Clutch 6. Essie Nail Polish
It’s your LAST chance to take part in the 31 Bits ‘Pin It To Win It’! Pin the Windsor necklace onto your Pinterest account with the hashtag #FASHIONFORGOOD and we will announce a winner THIS Friday! Good luck!!!
Celebrity chef & author Candice Kumai wore her 31 Bits on The Marie Show last week! Steal her look with the Poppet bracelet and the Happy Night necklace in turquoise!
The 31 Bits Windsor necklace is our “Bits Of The Week”! Deep blue beads transcend into light blue delicate beads, creating an amazing ombre effect! We love pairing the Windsor with stripes, but it truly looks great with everything!
