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DISCREET by DESIGN:

How Tara Harris Invented Femeflex,

the World’s First Panty-less Panty Liner

In 2020, Tara Harris’s life looked like it was heading down a very different path. She was a Senior Director of Human Resources with a master’s degree in Human Resources Business Management, earned just two years earlier in 2018. Her sights were set on an even more ambitious goal: law school. Labor and employment law had always fascinated her, and she’d mapped out a plan to apply to Santa Barbara Law School. Her career trajectory was clear — executive leadership in HR, possibly combined with a legal specialty — the kind of secure, prestigious professional climb that rewards discipline and strategic thinking.

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The Makers Vault is a curated digital newsstand and marketplace spotlighting independent brands through an editorial lens. It’s where storytelling meets shopping — each feature is crafted like a magazine cover story, giving small brands the kind of visibility usually reserved for major players. Enjoy shoppable editorials, seasonal guides, and behind-the-scenes narratives that highlight the makers, designers, and founders behind standout products in fashion, lifestyle, beauty, wellness, and home. Each feature introduces a new mix of products and people — thoughtfully selected, editorially styled, and made to be shared. More than a marketplace, The Makers Vault is a storytelling space where consumers can discover, connect with, and support indie brands they love.

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curated fashion edit...

... where indie designers, slow labels, and boundary-pushing creatives redefine what it means to get dressed. From everyday staples with a twist to statement pieces that spark conversation, this category is a celebration of independent fashion at its finest. Think small-batch, story-driven, and made to be worn your way. Every item featured comes with a built-in talking point—because in The Makers Vault, your wardrobe tells a story.

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This is beauty

with a backstory.

This is beauty with a backstory. In our beauty edit, you’ll find skincare, scent, and self-care created by indie makers who prioritize intention over hype. Every product is handpicked for its craft, concept, and cult-worthy potential—whether it's rooted in ancient rituals or built for modern routines. Clean, conscious, and creatively formulated, these are the beauty brands rewriting the rules, one thoughtful jar at a time.

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Welcome to the art of living,

independently made.

Our home and decor edit features objects with soul—crafted by designers who believe your space should tell a story. From hand-thrown ceramics to sculptural lighting and tactile textiles, every piece is a blend of form, function, and feeling. Thoughtful, timeless, and often one-of-a-kind, these are the kinds of home goods that make a house feel intentionally lived in.

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