Shinola . Our Stories

Pieces I’ve Written For Our Stories, Shinola’s Journal Dedicated To The Joy Of Craft As The Lead Contributor And Editor.

Women’s History Month: Owning Their Craft

Their passion and contributions have made us who we are. This Women’s History Month, we shine a light on a few of Shinola’s extraordinary craftswomen to celebrate what has shaped them.

Lessons In Layering with Judy and Caitlin Cooper

Their iconic style is inspired by each other, and they inspire us. We sat down for a bar side chat with Shinola’s favorite mother-daughter duo, Caitlin and Judy Cooper, to learn about their staple jewelry pieces and their takes on stacking and layering.

The 313 Archives With Stephen McGee

In honor of 313 Day, we sat down with Detroit-based photographer and filmmaker Stephen McGee to see how the city we call home has evolved through his lens over the last 18 years.

Detroit’s Living Room: A Look Inside The Shinola Hotel With Tom Forrest

On a moody, rainy April afternoon in Detroit, we met with Tom Forrest, Shinola’s Executive Guest Manager for an unforgettable glimpse inside the Shinola Hotel.

Detroit Tales: Behind The Lens With Emmanuel Afolabi

Celebrated Nigerian American filmmaker partners with Shinola to amplify Detroit’s Black voices. Sharing stories of love, perseverance, and craftsmanship, Emmanuel Afolabi focuses the lens on four artists in “The Portrait Series.”

From: The City Of Love. To: The Heart Of Detroit

It’s a love story that started with a bridge in Paris and made its way across the seas to the heart of Detroit. We sat down with Aaron Decker, Shinola’s Jewelry Product Development Manager, to learn about the inspiration behind the Heart Collection.