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The Brix + Bailey Marketplace Journal

Think of this as our backstage pass. The finds, the flair, and the fabulous stories behind our marketplace. Meet the brands, the makers, and the mischief-makers. From fashion and art to home, beauty and beyond — it’s all here. And always unordinary.

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Fashion Needs Better Stories, Not More Guilt

By Ian Nairn

Paris Fashion Week just wrapped. While most chased runway shows, we spent the week in maker studios – discovering the designers, workshops, and creative spaces...

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The Independent Maker's Dilemma: Why Talent Alone Isn't Enough Anymore

By Ian Nairn

Over coffee last Tuesday, a designer I work with told me she was closing her studio. Not because her work wasn't selling. Not because customers...

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