Sexy, manipulative, vulnerable. A dashing collaboration of edge and versatility; complicated yet simple. This is Eyes Like Pearls. 24-year-old Fashion Institute of Design and Marketing (FIDM) Graduate Raisa has entered the fashion arena and has created a brand that will leave a mark. She is the founder of the newly emerged clothing and apparel line Eyes Like Pearls in Los Angeles, CA and designs divine pieces that can be worn year round despite changing weather.
“Complicated Simplicity. The poppy dress is a perfect example of what I mean; it’s a basic design but has an edge with see through stripes and side cleavage” says Raisa about one her pieces. The apparel she creates ideally appeals to the nomadic kind of girl that is always on the go…those who crave and have a passion for art, music, vintage clothing and exclusive finds. And especially ladies who LIVE for fashion, where fashion is their lifestyle.
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| Mina Moto Spiked Leather Jacket $350 |
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| Nicole Maxi Dress $150 |
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| Poppy Striped Dress $125 |
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| Aubrey Bandeau Top $45 |
“She’s very aware of her sexuality. She’s going to give you see through tanks in the day time with no bra, and she will exude sex even in sweats. All around, she’s just dope as f*ck, yet still there’s this vulnerability about her” she says in reference to who her line appeals to most. It seems as though customers of Eyes Like Pearls should not only wear the clothing, but allow it to evoke their inner sex appeal.
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Raisa takes her work very seriously, and considers every step in constructing pieces as important as the next. Design, stitching and construction are all equally critical when designing. “If there’s a line that is even slightly off, I’ll take the stitching out and redo it. I will not put out anything that I wouldn’t wear personally or be ashamed to take ownership of” she says. She also notes that fabric can make or break a design; therefore the quality and feel are very important. “The wrong fabric can f*ck up your ENTIRE design”.
What is her favorite part about conceptualizing her designs? FINALIZING exactly what they will be. She describes herself as extremely indecisive. “When I get the ‘Yea this is it!’ feeling…this is what a PEARL would wear, in that moment is exactly when I know.”
Pair up some great music with some good ole Mary Jane and Raisa is ready to explore her new levels of creativity…this is what AWAKENS her inner fashion innovator. “I’ll put on Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Hendrix, Modest Mouse, or Frank Ocean, just to name a few. Then I’ll envision what a girl would wear if she were at their concert” she says. Raisa is certainly an artistic soul, one perfect for the fashion world.
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| Circle Frames Sunglasses $35 |
For those of you yearning for more from Eyes Like Pearls, be sure to visit their website and feed your inner stylish sex kitten; in a classy way of course ;). Their online boutique offers exclusive handmade reconstructed vintage pieces, shoes and accessories. “Eyes Like Pearls offers a lifestyle and the girls that shop with us will understand we’re giving them what they want at the click of a button! Expect some DOPE sh*t!” says Raisa.
Check ‘em out before they sell out, it’s a must!
Eyes Like Pearls Contact Information:
Email: info@eyeslikepearls.com
Twitter: @EyesLike_Pearls
Instagram: EyesLikePearls
Facebook: Facebook.com/EyesLikePearls
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