Cotton Jumper DIY


Happy Holidays everyone! 
I'm with my family this week in my hometown, Yakima Washington. 

I'll be shooting street style when I get back, but in the meantime here's a DIY story I shot for Frolic the other week. Hannah of Hetterson made this sweet cotton jumper which she embellished with pine trees. Such a fun idea, take any clothing item and spend a few minutes to personalize it.

My favorites this week at Cotton's style gallery is Brae and Linda. If you've been following along you'll have noticed a few past Urban Weeds featured, here's Lauren and Jamie. If I've photographed you for Urban Weeds in the past, and your look featured cotton, feel free to enter it. I'd love to see it up there. 


Justin on SW Stark Portland Oregon


I like versatile pieces, something I can walk around in the woods and still go to a restaurant. 


sweater: Banana Republic
pants: L.L. Bean
boots: L.L. Bean


I really love this whole look, it's warm, comfortable and makes sense for the Northwest. The cotton oxblood colored pants really makes the entire look. Oxblood is deep enough to be used as a neutral but still add the interest of color. You can find a pair in any price range, Alexander McQueen makes a pair, Dickies makes a pair available at Target, and a corduroy pair from L.L. Bean. Best thing about all of them, they're cotton! 

Share your best cotton style at Cotton's Road to the Runway. If you haven't checked in recently, be sure to click over. Lot's of great new street style is up each day. I would love to see more looks from the Northwest, but you can upload your style no matter where you live in America.

Daphne on SW Stark Portland Oregon


My style is American classic, I like comfortable pieces that accentuate the good qualities of my body.
Daphne, 5th grade school teacher

top: J.Crew
jacket: J.Crew
jeans: PZI
boots: Rockport
cardigan welsh corgi dog: Moses


Monika on SE Hawthorne Portland Oregon


I like dresses and boots and getting ready in five minutes. 
Monika, owner / designer Favor Jewelry


dress: J.J. Authentic
tights: The Leotard
coat: Tulle
boots: Frye
earrings: Favor
necklace: Favor


Melvin at Directors Park Portland Oregon



I like a tailored suit and tie, modern elegance.
Melvin Financial Analyst


button up: Billy Reed
sweater: Brooks Brothers
jacket: Banana Republic
jeans: Levis
shoes: Allen Edmonds
tie: 1901



Calling all stylish men!!!

I've been busy going through Cotton's Style Gallery and am convinced there needs to be more men up there. Northwest men have a fantastic sense of style. When I'm scouting I see raw denim, great boots, perfect plaids, to more dressy like Melvin's style above. 

Are you a man with great style? Show us. Upload your photo here





Lauren on SW Park Portland Oregon



I buy a lot of basics I like to mix and match, I'm from New England and that always influences my style. 
Lauren, editorial coordinator at Eyes & Edge / blogger


shirt: Rio Rac
chambray: Gap
pants: Urban Outfitters
clogs: Uggs
Fossil bag: thrifted
hat: Gap



Rob at Directors Park Portland Oregon


Usually, I'm like, "Can I wear this with sneakers?" If I can't, "Do I need new sneakers??" My style is what hip hop kids wear when they grow up.
Rob, creative at Wieden+Kennedy / freelance photographer / lunatic / general delinquent 


jacket: Nike SB
pants: Levis
shoes: Jordans
hat: Urban Outfitters
glasses: Ray Ban




Helene at Bridgeport Portland Oregon


I love versatility, layering, vintage, and over-sized drape.
Helene, works at American Apparel


dress: American Apparel 
chiffon blouse: American Apparel
coat: American Apparel
tights: American Apparel
glasses: Costco
shoes: Maison Martin Margiela for H&M



I had so much fun meeting everyone on Sunday with Cotton's Style Search Squad. This was one of my favorite looks of the day, isn't Helene awesome? I loved the loose draping and the great mix of neutrals. If you didn't make it down submit your own photo by clicking here! You don't have to be from Portland or the Northwest, you can submit from anywhere in America.

Portland Bazaar



Hey guys, I'm going to be out scouting at the Portland Bazaar on Saturday. Come on down!

Allie on SE Taylor Portland Oregon


My style is casual feminine. I like to mix in fun elements.


dress: thrifted
sweater: mom's
tights: Nordstrom
boots: Forever 21
belt: thrifted
scarf: Urban Outfitters