Neil's theory: 'When investing in an item of substantial concept, quality, and design the first thing as a designer I ask myself is whether or not it has the capability to stand the test of time. I am also personally inspired by his commitment to his design standards and transparent and responsible business practices within the fashion industry.

From collection conceptualization and product names, to material selection, onward. Every measure of his brand has a profound relationship to specific facets that are directly akin to Rita. Neil brought these memories into his package design by staining the debut collections cases with coffee and baking them in the oven to personalize and authenticate each parcel. There are many direct correlations, for example, the first cup of coffee he ever had was with Rita, and she was known around St. Every entity of the brand has been carefully preserved and tells the story of her life through the means of the merits that she instilled in him. Neil's whole brand is inspired by his muse and Grandmother Rita. One of them includes Whiskey, tobacco and rose.SO GOOD! After a few emails back and forth with creator and owner Neil Bardon, I was excited to find out that he not only designs amazing sunglasses, but he also has 2 fragrances that are offered in perfume and incense cones. Made in the USA and focused on small limited runs, this is definitely a quality over quantity situation. I have been obsessed with the small indie brand Saint Rita Parlor since my trip to Austin this past fall. Photos of Saint Rita Parlor's founder Neil Bardon and his space above by Daniel JohnsonДЄs told by Preservation founder, Nicole Lorenson

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