Halo Shoes Blog

Right now through the end of the year, several "pop-up" shops have been created throughout downtown Portland.  These shops are being set-up to showcase some of Portland's creative talent.  Rachel Ancliff was very kind to offer some space for shoes at her pop-up called Workroom 719. It's located in the old See's Candies shop right across the street from Nordstrom. Of course, I happily accepted and am very pleased to have my shoes next to so much talent. Everyone involved (excluding Halo) are highly skilled artists, artisans, designers, creators, etc. In other words, there's lots to see and touch.

Rachel will be showing an extensive range of clothing she designed for her line called Charles & Victoria. We had a trunk show at Halo and every customer who came in left with something from her line.  All good!

There will be a series of events loosely scheduled including a "pop-up" workshop conducted by Larry Olmstead, the owner, designer, creator of Entermodal bags.  His bags are beautifully designed and will be fought over by the grandchildren when you're gone.  This workshop should be incredibly interesting to anyone curious about how a bag is made using traditional victorian/edwardian (pre-industrial revolution) artisanal techniques.  This is basically the same way a bag like the Birkin would be made. Completely by hand including every stitch. I'll be there.

Check out the Workroom 719's website:  www.workroom719.com.  This is where you'll find updated pictures, happenings and event information.  Please come by when you have the opportunity.