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LEGEND & LEGACY: CYNTHIA ANN PARKER
You’ve probably come to realize that behind nearly everything we do, there is a story. Whether it’s a place or a person, a memory or a movie, something, someone, or somewhere inspired every single thing Cheryl creates; and much credit to her, she is committed to telling that story.
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CYNTHIA’S SURPRISE STAND-OUT
Every collection has that little bit of a “dark horse”, that piece or outfit that gets a little overlooked, but then becomes a lifelong favorite. In Cynthia, we’ve gotta say, it’s probably the Grass Dancer.
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ARTIFACT EDUCATION: WHAT’S A PARFLECHE?
Our appreciation for Native American craftsmanship is evident in our obsession with their jewelry, but our admiration extends far beyond that. The artwork, the beadwork, and there is also a lot to be said of the craftsmanship, technique, and resourcefulness in the things they created out of necessity.
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OUR COMPLIMENTS TO COMPLEMENTS
We’d venture to guess the average person doesn’t spend a great deal of time contemplating color theory. But in our business – it’s essential.
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CROSS OUR HEARTS
Easter is a mere two weeks away, and we are all very much looking forward to celebrating a day that signifies resurrection, new life and new beginnings. We are commemorating the day and another “resurrection” of sorts with a beautiful collaboration.
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THE SPOILS OF LINNVILLE
Decades ago, in a small South Texas junior high school, a captivated 7th grader sat in her history class, wide-eyed and enthralled, listening to a tale of a historic battle that took place not that far from where she sat. It’s never left her.
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INTRODUCING: CYNTHIA
Cynthia Ann Parker is a remarkable woman with a story of legendary proportions. The Cynthia Collection is less of a literal interpretation of what might have been in her closet and more of a channeling of her spirit, dedicated to her strength.
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BEAD BAG: MADONNA OF THE PLAINS
There are only two known photos in existence of Cynthia Ann Parker, and we find this one of her and her daughter particularly moving, so we commissioned world-renowned beadwork artist and restorer of Native American artifacts, Angela Swedberg, and she created this work of art.
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ACCESSORY EDUCATION: PLATEAU BAGS
One of our initiatives for this year – one that’s always been important to us, but we’re taking an even more dedicated approach to moving forward – is educating. Every art, every craft, every creation has a story; we feel a duty and a desire to not only learn them, but to share them. This week, we’re talking Plateau Bags.
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ROMPIN’ AROUND
Rompers are a little outside the box for DDR, but we are loving this look. While it’s ebbed and flowed in popularity throughout the decades, the romper remains the height of spring chic.
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CYNTHIA: Spring 2021 Collection Launch Video
Didn't get a chance to tune in to the live video of Cynthia's line launch? (Or just want to watch it again?) No worries, here's the recording. Get a (virtual) front row seat to Cheryl and Audrey walking you through the early spring collection, piece by piece, sharing tidbits of insight and inspiration. Introducing Cynthia!
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MY MARIA: CHERYL SHARES HER FAVES
After a fun and fashionable start to the year, it’s almost time to move on from Maria. But before we bid our bandidas farewell, we asked DDR designer Cheryl McMullen about her “unobvious” favorites from the first collection of 2021.
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