The Belted Journal

I Went to Argentina—and Found More Than I Expected

A love story, lost luggage, and the beginning of ADA Collection. Partners in love and business. Gaston and me in an ADA handbag campaign photographed in Argentina. ADA Collection’s story began wit...

The Three Women Behind ADA Collection. | 24 Years Later, I Still Haven’t Gotten a “Real Job"

The women, the little details, and the unexpected moment that inspired ADA Collection. This October marks 24 years since I decided to “not get a real job” and start my own business instead. Of cour...

I Don’t Have a Waist, So I Can’t Wear a Belt.” Here’s What to Tell Your Customer.

Have you ever heard this statement from a customer? “I don’t have a waist, so I can’t wear a belt.” We have. A lot. Maybe she carries a little more through her middle. Maybe she doesn't have a nat...