Wendi Smith

Fur is a unique material. Unlike wool or leather, once the hide dries out or breaks down, it cannot always be repaired in a way that makes it wearable again. I never want to send something meaningful to a landfill if there is a better option. Every fur that comes in is checked carefully. I look for things like bald spots, cracking or dry pelts, strong odors, and loose lining or seams. Some coats are still beautiful and wearable. Others have reached the end of their life as clothing. Before...

There’s a growing movement among modern couples to strip away the excess and focus on what truly matters — love, connection, and shared joy. Enter the micro-wedding , an intimate celebration that proves less can absolutely be more. Micro-weddings aren’t about cutting corners or giving up glamour; they’re about creating space for meaning. When you reduce the scale, you increase the depth — and that’s where the magic happens. What Exactly Is a Micro-Wedding? A micro-wedding typically includes...

In New Jersey, weddings have become ever larger, ever costlier productions. But there’s a growing movement to return to celebrations that are smaller , less expensive , and more personal . Couples are realizing that the heart of a wedding isn’t found in the size of the guest list or the grandeur of the décor — it’s in the connection, the meaning, and the beginning of a life together. At Reclaimed, we see this shift every day: couples who want beauty without excess, style without strain, and...