Lois' Blog

2017-05-29T10:58:00.000-04:00

Now that summer is here, it's time to up replenish my stock of tee shirts! How about these fun "summer" themed ones with a vintage feel?!

2017-05-27T10:40:00.000-04:00

I just discovered this stylish and cruelty free laptop bag on Amazon!

It comes in a few different colors and did I mention it's cruelty free!? Perfect for the woman on the go and it's big enough to carry all your "purse" essentials as well!

Taking care of my elderly mom remotely

2017-02-16T12:34:00.000-05:00

Having an elderly parent is not easy today, especially when you live in another state. My mom is 93 and lives in NJ, and I live in NYC. Don't get me wrong, my mom is in excellent health and I go visit her 2 to 3 times a week, but, what about those days when I'm not there? How can I be sure she's safe and nothing has happened, she hasn't fallen, or left the burner on, etc??? You may be facing the same problem, and you might live even farther away and cannot visit as often as I do. Here's what I've done to remain (somewhat) stress free about this.
About two years ago, my mom fell. I didn't know until I tried calling her, (and calling and calling) with no answer. She was passed out and semi-conscious from being on the floor for so long. Luckily, after a short time in the hospital and rehab, she was fine. But, I would not let this happen again! While she was in the hospital, I searched the web for answers. How to monitor the elderly? How do I know when things are happening? I knew she would not wear one of those necklaces that you push in an emergency, "I've fallen and I can't get up". That seemed like all there was to offer. I decided to look for web cams, (nanny cams!), and found Dropcam, (now Nest Cam), to be the best. I had Internet installed in her apt and the cameras up the day she came home. Now I could easily monitor her every day and not worry!
I have one in her bedroom, one in the living/dining room area, and one the kitchen, (I can see the stove burners!) I can monitor her from my Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad, anytime, anywhere.
Since she is elderly and her memory is not what it once was, I have been looking into other ways to make her life easier.....I have continued with the Nest family of products and purchased the Nest Protect, (smoke and CO alarm) after a funny but not funny incident of her smoke alarm battery going off at 10pm at night and her not being able to stop it, (thank goodness for a nice neighbor who helped out). The Nest Protect is easy to install, (I did it myself) and I can monitor it on the app as well. I've also purchased the Nest thermostat, but I haven't had it installed yet, so jury is still out.
Other ways I'm making my mom's life easier - the iHome plug connected to her living room lights, so I can turn them on and off remotely from their app and schedule them on a timer.
The last item I can recommend is the Flipper Big Button TV remote control. My mom keep pressing the wrong buttons on her regular remote, (changing the input, pulling up the menu, etc). Have you ever tried to explain exactly what the input button is and does to someone who know nothing about technology!? Anyway, this remote is great! It turns the tv on and off, changes the channel and volume. That's it. The buttons are big, and easy to see even without glasses. I hid the other remote and have had no problems since!
Other things I'm looking into - a smart lock for the front door and something new I just saw on Kickstarter, a knob to put on the stove burners that lets you turn them off remotely. Genius! I know there are smart ovens and refrigerators on the market, but she already has new appliances and that wouldn't make sense for us at the moment.
Do you have any other ideas? How to do keep your eyes on your elderly parent, relative, sibling, friend, etc? Please share!

Fashion Week

2012-11-10T15:26:00.000-05:00

I'm late on this post, as fashion week was 2 months ago! But, I'm finally getting around to updating things, so I thought I'd post my show video....enjoy! :)

Binders. Full. Of. Women.

2012-10-17T15:35:00.001-04:00

Hey Ladies.....are you "in" a "binder full of women"?

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And Men.....do you "have" a "binder full of women"?

http://teespring.com/loiseastlund3

Limited Edition Tees...Get yours now!!!

Plant Based Vegan? or just Vegan....

2012-10-14T10:00:00.001-04:00

Limited Edition black cotton short sleeve women's Bella t-shirts....Get yours now!
"Flower Vegan"
http://www.teespring.com/LoisEastlund

"Plant Based Vegan"

http://www.teespring.com/LoisEastlund2

Clouds

2012-07-02T22:40:00.001-04:00

Beautiful NYC clouds...

"CBS This Morning" Segment featuring Jack Dorsey/Square & Me!

2012-03-06T10:20:00.000-05:00

Spring Trend...Neon!

2012-02-24T08:36:00.002-05:00

Available in store now....XS-L. $90
Lois Eastlund
153 Ludlow Street, N.Y., N.Y. 10002
www.LoisEastlund.com

Football Dress!

2012-01-26T15:49:00.000-05:00

Girls...don't just wear a sports tee/jersey & jeans to that SuperBowl party you're going to.....be the cutest/most stylish one there! I mean, how fun is it to be able to get dressed up in something cute and fun!? So, how about this....NY Giants inspired football dress! Show your love for Big Blue in this fit and flare 100% cotton jersey dress! Limited amount avail, so get yours before it's gone, and your stuck wearing jeans and a tee.......

You can order here!

Go Giants!!!

2012-01-09T10:30:00.001-05:00

Go "Big Blue"!!! In honor of the NY Giants win over the Falcons...my "Big Blue" store window...bring on the Packers!!!

Small Boutique Fashion Week Show during NY Fashion Week Feb 11

2012-01-04T09:59:00.000-05:00

Get your tickets now!!! Come and see my new collection, Saturday February 11th, 2012-

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Be your own Candy Cane...

2011-12-17T14:44:00.000-05:00

and look just as yummy!

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Pilates in a dress??? What a better way to feel great this Holiday Season!

2011-12-13T12:11:00.001-05:00

Look good and feel good this Holiday Season in this 100% cotton pre-washed and pre-shrunk dress!

$85

Order here!

Pilates in a dress???

2011-11-04T07:12:00.001-04:00

Fashion Show/Presentation Sept 27th...Wanna Come???

2011-09-21T10:18:00.000-04:00

See Invite below & RSVP Here!

Independent Designer Pop Shop @ Chelsea Market Aug 3-8

2011-07-27T07:26:00.000-04:00

Join me and a other indie Designers at The Independent Designer Pop Shop @ Chelsea Market, Aug 3-8!

Come to the Opening Reception August 3rd, 6-9pm.....RSVP here.

See you there!

West Palm Beach Pop-Up Shop!! July 21-31

2011-07-17T15:24:00.002-04:00

If you live in the West Palm Beach, Florida area, my dresses will be in the Pop-Up shop. Please stop by!!

Lois Eastlund Show @ Antavenues Fashion Week.wmv

2011-05-16T19:30:00.001-04:00

My Fall/Winter 2011 Runway Show from New York Fashion Week, Feb 14th, 2011

Menswear Photo Shoot 3/07/11

2011-03-25T17:36:00.021-04:00

Pieces from my Menswear line.
These were taken at a studio in Dumbo Brooklyn, 3/7/11.
Shot by Photographer Jim Jatcko, hair and make-up by Liz Furlong, and modeled by gorgeous Randall!

NY Fashion Week

2011-02-15T16:17:00.013-05:00

I was lucky enough to show my Fall Winter 2011 collection last night via Antavenuesfashionweek.com and as part of New York Fashion Week!

The last two weeks prior to this were nerve wracking and like a chess game....organizing, strategizing, (not sure if that's a real word!), and just making order out of chaos. But it all came together with the help of great friends, fabulous hair and makeup and an amazing group of models!
I've only received a few pics and will post more down the road, but here is a taste............

With the Hair Stylist and Models after hair and makeup and before getting dressed!

New York Fall 2011 Fashion Week!

2011-02-05T12:43:00.004-05:00

I'm showing my Fall 2011 Collection at New York's Fashion Week for the first time!
I'd love your support!

Be a SweetHeart........

2011-01-23T14:28:00.003-05:00

And show your Heart on Valentine's Day....
100% cotton jersey, pre-washed and pre-shrunk.
Modeled by Amanda LaMela
$95
XS-S-M-L
Available in store Jan. 26th
Lois Eastlund
153 Ludlow Street
New York, NY 10002
212-777-1470
www.LoisEastlund.com

Red Chains of Love.......!

2011-01-22T15:34:00.003-05:00

Red Dress with Silver Chain handpainted front.
Modeled by Amanda LaMela
100% pre-washed and pre-shrunk cotton jersey.
XS-S-M-L
$85
Lois Eastlund
153 Ludlow Street
New York, NY 10002
212-777-1470
www.LoisEastlund.com

She's gone Mad for Plaid!

2011-01-21T17:55:00.002-05:00

Work your Red subtly for Valentine's Day with a plaid mini dress!
Modeled by Amanda LaMela
Lois Eastlund
153 Ludlow Street
New York, NY 10002
212-777-1470
www.LoisEastlund.com