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Fashion Design Horror Story Blog Post by Grace Kim Portland

I was a few weeks into my first full-time assistant design job and I was shocked that this was real life. After all, I thought this kind of thing only happened in movies?

A Fashion Design Horror Story

Career

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Halstatt Detour and Driving Through Austria Travel Blog Post by Grace Kim Portland

What you’re about to see is what you (like us) probably expected most of the driving scenery to be like as we drove through the 3 different European countries.

The Most Beautiful Detour: Halstatt, Austria

Travel

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Salzburg Austria Sound of Music Blog Post

Salzburg surprised us both. It’s small and quite like no city I’ve ever experienced. These are a few of our favorite things about Salzburg and a few quick tips and pretty photos!

Salzburg: Mozart and The Sound of Music

Travel

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24 Hours in Prague Blog by Grace Kim Portland

EVERY. SINGLE. PERSON. we either spoke to or overheard talking about who had gone to Prague all said it was their favorite city in Europe. So with curiosity high, we arrived a little confused..

Prague in Less than 24 Hours

Travel

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5 Standards of Every Grace Kim Portland Design Blog Post

Did you know Grace Kim Portland started as a clothing line?

The 5 Standards of Every Grace Kim Portland Design

Fashion

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ShoppingFormulaCostPerWearBlogPost

Most of us know from experience that cheap isn’t always cost effective in the long run.

The Magic Formula You Need to Know Before You Go Shopping Again

Fashion

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Grace Kim Portland Blog post on why portland oregon?

One of the questions I got asked the most since I moved. Truthfully, I know my answer makes some people awkward and uncomfortable.

Why Portland?

Personal

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DIY Advent Calendar by Grace Kim Portland

I promise you it is so much easier than it looks! This is a piece that gives joy & excitement all month long while adding a beautiful and festive touch to your walls. Make it as a gift for your family, or make it together with your family as a fun weekend activity!

DIY Advent Holiday Calendar

Home

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Difference Between Thrift and consignment shopping blog post

Two fun alternative shopping options to satiate your desire to shop ’til you drop while being conscious of both the environment and your wallet!

Thrift vs. Consignment: What’s the Difference?

Sustainability

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