ElevatHer: Meet Molly Coddle Soaps
Contributor: Harmony Richards I recently had the pleasure of meeting Linda while wandering into Vegan Playground, a weekly pop-up market in Los Angeles. She is the founder of Molly Coddle Soaps, and makes small batches of creamy body butters. My husband and I were already in the market for a new lotion...
The Art of Walking Tall in the Professional Jungle
Contributor: Harmony Richards Welcome, fierce ladies, to the realm of power suits, coffee-fueled brainstorming sessions, and the occasional game of corporate politics. In this wild world of professional prowess, it takes a certain level of willful mastery to walk tall in any scenario. Why? Because nothing says success like striding...
Slay the Season: Holiday Style Tips
Contributer: Harmony Richards At the onset of every holiday season, the excitement of reorganizing our closets to welcome festive attire becomes a cherished tradition. The infusion of red, white, and green becomes a visual celebration, a nod to the joyous occasions that await. Here's a comprehensive guide to curating a...
Using Style to Advance Your Career
Contributor: Harmony Richards Have you ever observed public female figures and wondered why they choose particular colors and silhouettes? Well, there's actually a science to it. Here are some key ways in which color and silhouette can assist you in strategically asking for that promotion or nailing your next TED talk.While...
3 Fall Shoe Trends We're Loving
Contributer: Harmony Richards A little fact about me, Harmony, I’m obsessed with all things trend-related. Before starting Alterre, my career was solidly heading down a path of trend research & forecasting within the fashion industry. So, without much ado, here are three of my favorite trends this fall. I hope...
13 Last Minute Halloween Recipes
Halloween is tomorrow and we’ve curated some perfectly spooktacular last-minute recipes. Whether you’re scrambling to get festive for the family, hosting an adult Halloween party, or just chilling in front of the TV in your favorite vampire outfit, These recipes will have you looking like the ghostess with the...
Spilling Our Week Day Style Secrets
Contributor: Harmony Richards Dressing for the work week doesn’t need to be stressful. We have a million things to do throughout the week and changing outfits for 20 minutes in a panic, should not be one of them. As I approach my 40’s, I’ve started curating my wardrobe for work...
Junko Tabei: The First Woman to Scale Mt. Everest
Our newest strap of the season is not only cozy and transformative to our Chelsea boots but also inspired by the OG* queen of mountaineering. Junko Tabei (1939-2016) was the first woman to reach the Mt. Everest Summit at 35 years young and the first woman to climb the Seven...
Art of Attire: Decode Your Style
For this article we’ll be focusing on how to keep the things you love in your wardrobe from the kooky halloween pajamas to the perfectly crisp white button up while honing in on some key pieces to elevate your personality. Building a versatile wardrobe can take a lifetime to...
We Asked Chat GPT How to Navigate Mansplaining in the Workplace
Contributer: Harmony Pilobello In addition to highlighting female leaders in our ElevatHer series, we are including all things career related. Since childhood, women have been conditioned to be polite when spoken to. We’ve been trained to nod and smile when someone shares their perspective and, in some ways, to our...
Harmony's 7 Essential Pantry Items for Quick and Delicious Meals
Contributor: Harmony Richards In today's fast-paced world, a well-stocked pantry can be a lifesaver for those days when you don't have the time or energy for an elaborate meal. Whether you're in the mood for a comforting Japanese-inspired dish or a zesty Thai fusion creation, having the right essentials in...
5 Stylish Ways to Incorporate Animal Print into Your Work Wardrobe
Contributer: Harmony Richards As fashion designers, we’re always pushing the boundaries of what attire is work appropriate. Polkadot button ups anyone? Yes, please. Animal print, however, is one of the few patterns that can feel like a neutral when styled the right way. It doesn't need to be overly...
Founders Stories: Working From Home with Shilpa
As most companies did during the pandemic, we closed our office in NY and started working from home. So let me tell you about a day in my life running a remote work business.
Construire une garde-robe polyvalente pour n’importe quelle étape de votre carrière
Notre garde-robe est le reflet de notre style personnel, et en créer une polyvalente garantit que nous sommes prêts pour toutes les occasions sans le stress de choix infinis. Dans ce guide, nous vous guiderons à travers les étapes à suivre pour créer une garde-robe polyvalente qui répond aux besoins...
Marie Laveau : l'énigmatique reine vaudou de la Nouvelle-Orléans
Marie Laveau, the legendary Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, remains an enigmatic figure whose life was shrouded in mystery and intrigue. If you've wondered who our Marie strap is named after, it's her!
Plats rapides : Gnocchis croustillants sans gluten aux tomates et poireaux
Contributeur : Harmony Richards Temps de cuisson : 20 minutes Donne : 4 portions ou 2 portions affamées On adore les bonnes recettes de gnocchis ! C'est quelque chose sur lequel mon mari et moi nous appuyons pour les repas de dernière minute. Ce qui suit est une adaptation sans gluten...
7 façons de célébrer un 4 juillet plus vert
contributeur : Harmony Richards Le 4 juillet est l'occasion de se rassembler et de célébrer l'esprit d'indépendance, mais c'est aussi l'occasion de réfléchir à notre impact sur l'environnement. En tant que femmes dans la fleur de l’âge , nous avons le pouvoir de montrer l’exemple et d’adopter des valeurs durables lors...
Rencontrez Monica, fondatrice d'Uye Surana
Contributeur : Harmony Richards Nous clôturons le mois AAPI en mettant en lumière notre chère amie et reine des affaires Monica Wesley. Nos collègues anciens de Parsons ont pour mission de créer de la lingerie confortable qui convient à toutes les morphologies. Nous l'appelons la reine de la lingerie féministe :...
Rencontrez Shannon, fondatrice d'Agent Reclaim
Contributeur : Harmony Richards (Pilobello) Nous relançons lentement le Founder Club, où j'interviewerai d'autres fondateurs et le partagerai avec la communauté Alterre. L’espoir est de célébrer les réalisations de chacun et d’amplifier les petites entreprises qui réalisent de grandes choses. Notre premier long métrage de 2023 porte sur l'incroyable Shannon O'Hara...
5 boissons de vacances sans alcool
Contributeur : Harmonie Pilobello Ah, décembre. L'année 2022 s'est écoulée à toute vitesse et les préparatifs des fêtes de cette année sont arrivés soudainement pour moi. Mon mari nouvellement nommé et moi (nous nous sommes mariés le 4 décembre !) prévoyons quelques réunions de vacances, et j'ai été surpris de constater...
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Notre blog est géré et principalement écrit par Harmony Richards. En tant que co-fondatrice d'Alterre, elle est passionnée par l'autonomisation des femmes et la durabilité.