All-Natural Candle Brand Helps Hoosier Pride Burn Bright

Looking for the perfect local Indy gift? Or maybe you’re looking for something to spruce up a dull space? Look no further than the Indy-based company, The Onyx Exchange, which has made it’s mark as Indianapolis’ luxury handcrafted all-natural candle brand. The onyx stone is known for it’s ability to release negative emotion, which in turn, brings good fortune and renewed personal strength. And through their all-natural products, Jarod Wilson and Shan Parker hope their products provide not only a superior all-natural product, but one that promotes relaxation and positive energy. It’s the perfect exchange.

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Indy Based Clothing Company Breathes New Life into City’s Hometown Favorites

Hoosier Dome, Market Square Arena and Deer Creek – oh my! No, this isn’t a history lesson, these are just some of the iconic Indianapolis venues printed on Hayes and Taylor Quality Clothing t-shirts. The hand printed apparel company perfectly taps the nostalgic Indy hometown heart with their classic designs celebrating local Indianapolis sports and culture. It’s every Hoosier’s dream come true, especially if you’re a sports fan.

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Pop-In to Pop-Up Shops this Summer

Remember pop-up videos on VH1? You’d sit and watch music videos (hey guys, remember music videos and how they used to play on televisions and stuff?) and fun facts would pop-up on the screen about the making of the video or the artist. Well, Indy can do you one better than sitting on a couch watching a music video. How about pop-up stores? By now, we’re all familiar with food trucks, bringing food to our favorite spots around town, but buckle up for mobile shopping experiences in all of your favorite neighborhoods. Here, I present the definitive list of pop-up Indy shops to keep you in fun fashions all summer, no matter where you are.

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The Ultimate Indy Mother’s Day Gift Guide

If you’re anything like me, you love your mother dearly, but are continually late to the party when it comes to getting Mother’s Day gifts. You’re distracted by this beautiful weather and the day creeps up on you year after year.

Luckily for you, Indy has an abundance of local gift options just minutes from your front door. And I’m here to present to you The Ultimate Indy Mother’s Day Gift Guide:

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Pattern: Fashioning a Community

I’ve always been a proponent of getting really interesting people into a room and seeing what kind of magical things can happen. Back in 2010, a group of people passionate about fashion, art, culture and community did just that. Their challenge: how to create a fashion community in a Midwest state known for it’s agriculture. The magical “thing” that manifested into a solution: Pattern. So what exactly is Pattern? Allow me to break it down for you.

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Local Clothing Brand Promotes Fashionable Hoosier Pride

United State of Indiana (USI) isn’t just a popular apparel brand in Indiana. It’s a fashion statement with a cause that serves up a healthy helping of Hoosier pride, which may be exactly what we all are looking for right about now. The brand’s mission is clear, “USI exists to celebrate local stories, promote collaboration over competition, and remind Hoosiers that there’s something here you can’t find anywhere else.”

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Trndy Yoga Tanks are Key to Finding Your Inner Chi

Namaste, Indianapolis!

Spring break is quickly approaching, and the heat is on for achieving the perfect
summer body. While the sunshine and blue skies are just peaking through here in Indiana, there’s no better way to get in shape than a hot yoga class. It’s the perfect way to get in shape and achieve peace of mind all while working up a sweat. And maybe, just maybe, if you close your eyes long enough, the heat of the studio can be enough to let your mind escape to an island far, far away.

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