Before they relocate to a bigger, better space, Bus Stop boutique is having a blow-out warehouse sale with 50-80 percent off shoes (regularly $100 and up) from designers like Irregular Choice, Dolce Vita, Nicole, OTBT, Terra Plana, Groundhog, Antelope and many, many more. Even hard-to-find European, Spanish and South American designers will be on sale. If you bring your own bag, they’re going to sweeten the deal more and give you an additional $5 off your purchase. The sale ends Monday so get there before everyone snatches up all the good shoes.
Since their Summer Warehouse Sale in NoLibs is such a hit, Arcadia Boutique has decided to hold a fall/winter edition at their Rittenhouse store. All this weekend, on the 2nd floor, you’ll find eco-friendly fashions from their fall and winter collections now up to 80 percent off, including pieces from BB Dakota, Current/Elliott, Popomomo and Pendleton, the Portland Collection. Sweetening the deal even more, there will also be a clearance section of clothing and accessories starting at just $20. If you’re already on the market for some warmer-weather apparel, both Arcadia locations will be offering $15 percent off their brand-spanking-new spring styles.
Tonight, Philly-based photographer, writer and model, Cassie Helper is celebrate the launch of her website while helping to raise money for Career Wardrobe, a non-profit which empowers women in transition by providing professional work attire and educational programs. In addition to drink special, raffles and a photo opportunity, the fundraising event will include complimentary Patron tequila libations, complimentary appetizers and desserts from Philly-based artisan and pastry chef, Dana Prophet. It all goes down from 7:30-10pm at Bourbon Blue in Manayunk. There’s a $5-$10 suggested donation, all of which will go directly to Career Wardrobe. Have some old business-appropriate clothes you’ve been meaning to get rid of? Bring them along! Staff and volunteers will be on hand to collect donations.
A new viral video has been making its way around the fashionsphere this morning from Jalouse magazine, starring the gap-toothed, o pretty young model Ashley Smith and her many, many outfits. In “Une Fille Comme Les Autres,” the 20-year-old model prances around the city, shopping with friends, flirting with boys, browsing bookshops, going out and, of course, having sex on tables, all in very different outfits. We happen to adore every outfit change in this video and thought it would be fun to recreate them.
Opening Ceremony Quilted Patterned Blouse, YesStyle wool, patterned pleated mini and Jeffrey Campbell Academy Loafers.
Nastygal Stop and Stare Blouse, Youheshe Gani Pleated Skirt, Madewell Aunt Ruth Loafers
Asos Cacheral Pleated Floral Dress, TopShop White Enamel Belt, Rag & Bone Lovell Bootie
Admit it: you heard of Downton Abbey at the Golden Globes and thought, “what the hell is this show?” There’s a lot of buzz around this award-winning series. And it’s not just because of its high brow spin on drama, but also its swanky Edwardian style. Get your favorite pearls ready because you can fashion yourself like the Crawley family as well.
Source: IMDB; Madewell
Exude Lady Mary’s grace in ornately embellished and sophisticated party dresses. The Downton ladies dress lavishly every evening for dinner, always wearing the sleekest jewels and finest lace. Keep the colors classic, either in neutral or jewel tones.
Source: PBS; Modcloth
The estate’s women certainly do not schlep around in commoner attire! Relax in the (hopefully imminent) spring sun in pretty and prim day dresses. Remember to stick with a closer-knit bodice and a looser skirt. The hemline shouldn’t be too short, no one wants to see any derriere! Lighter hues and pastels are much preferred. More »
Recall your last shopping venture:
You walk out of the dressing room proudly bearing an outfit you picked out: a black-and-white Aztec-printed maxi skirt, neon green crop top and oatmeal-colored chunky knit cardigan. “It’s for mine and Dane’s V-day date,” you squeal. But your girlfriend’s face says it all. Then she verbally says it all again: “You look like my grandma at Coachella,” that judgy bitch sneers. Your ego feels like it’s been run over by a Zamboni, then deep-fried, chopped up and doused in honey mustard.
But that’s if your lucky. Once, I pranced out a Forever 21 dressing room in the fugliest dress I’ve ever seen (in retrospect, of course): electric blue, skin-tight and bejeweled to hell on the shoulder pads. Imagine Madonna in Zoolander’s blue suit. My best friend said I looked fantastic, and off I went prancing around town, looking like a clown.
It’s an issue we all encounter one time or another: the heartbreaking dishonesty or ego-killing brutal honesty of our friends. If you’re looking for a less-abrasive alternative, look no further than GoTryItOn.com, a website for the fashion-conscious to give and get feedback on users’ outfits.
We're totally diggin' her duds.
The posts are varied: users post wedding dresses, bathing suits, hairstyles, sunglasses or even just nail art designs to get feedback from GTIO’s many users.
With a free membership and users from around the world, we’re sure you’ll clean up that ‘Euro Chic’ look you’ve been going after in no time.
Forty years after first opening shop in West Philly and expanding to 60 locations across the country, tomorrow, Free People will be unveiling it’s new brick and mortar store in between Alma de Cuba and sister brand, Urban Outfitters in the heart of the Walnut shopping district (1625 Walnut St.).
In homage to the city, the 3,000+ sq. foot space will be decked out in Philly-inspired art. Not only will the dressing rooms feature unique, handcrafted murals by local artists, including Kris Chau, Beth Garvey and Lital Gold, but over 150 repurposed love letters submitted by fans from all over the world will adorn an entire wall on the store’s interior (“The City of Brotherly Love,” get it?).
If you’re not familiar with the brand, they’re quality apparel, shoes and accessories can best be described as “hippie chic.” Their bohemian looks take inspiration from both the past and present to celebrate free-spirited femininity.
More specifically, the Free People describes their target customer as “a 26-year-old girl, smart, creative, confident and comfortable in all aspects of her being, free and adventurous, sweet to tough to tomboy to romantic.”
PW Style will be attending the media preview tonight and we’re really excited to see the final product. And you can bet your bottom we’ll be reporting back with plenty of photos and commentary.
The past few weeks filled with uncomfortably cold climates have been a major test on my skin, as I imagine they have been for the majority of my fellow Philadelphians. When things get rough and my frustration can’t be suppressed by what’s already on my beauty shelf, I impulsively go out and buy new products. After camping out on a few online forums and having extensive beauty talks with some friends (which I enjoy far too much), I went to Lush on 14th and Walnut to grab some samples.
Eager to drop all plans I made for that Friday evening so I could start using my new goodies, I left the store with my new best friend, the almond oil based facial cleanser, Ultra Bland. (Experimenting with beauty products vs. going to a party is actually a HUGE debate!)
I can safely say that when I woke up the next morning, I frantically questioned why no one had told me this product existed up until now. The dry spots that once populated my t-zones were non-existent and the overall texture of my face improved greatly from just one use. It was one of those “wow, my face is so soft and smooth I don’t want to stop touching it” moments. Besides being incredibly moisturizing, it also fights acne and evens out your skin tone. The unscented cleanser is great for folks with sensitive skin and can be used every day, as it is non-irritating and gentle. It also removes your make up, which is the cherry on top.
Just take a dime sized portion of Ultra Bland, gently rub it on your face in an circular motion and remove with a cloth soaked in warm water. You can leave it at that or finish with a toner. I like to end my regime with a bit of Kiehl’s Ultra Face Toner. When you wake up, hopefully you will be as fulfilled with the results as I was.
-Emily O’Neill
After a rather massive year-end sale, the racks at South Moon Under are now stocked to maxim capacity with designer fashions and accessories for the spring. I’m really their variety of bathing suits, both trendy and retro and the abundance of crochet pieces.
Sure you might not be ready for flowy skirts, bright floral prints and beach cover-ups just yet, but it wouldn’t hurt to start looking, would it? Here’s a sneak peak…
You’re Wednesday evening just got much more eventful!
Tomorrow starting at 7 p.m., The Trestle Inn at 11th and Callowhill (339 N. 11th St.) is hosting a Russian themed winter event showcasing the fabulous handmade knitwear of local designer, Janell Wysock.
In addition to both a trunk and fashion show, the Whiskey Go Go Bar will be offering hor d’oeuvres, complimentary drinks courtesy of Stolichnaya, hair and makeup by Charlie’s Salon, a special video projection by Josette Bonafino, music and the unveiling of an ice luge drink.
Starting at 10 p.m, the Trestle Specials will take their little podiums and proceed to dance into the wee hours, possibly even donning a few of Wysock’s designs.
Oh, and did I mention there was no cover?
In case you haven’t heard, Jason Wu for Target will become available in stores and online on February 5 – less than a month away!
Curiosity was sparked amongst young Hollywood starlets after Michelle Obama wore a Jason Wu gown to President Obama’s inauguration. Now, Jason Wu is practically a household name in the fashion industry. The collection stays true to the whimsical and boldly feminine elements that Wu’s strong fan base has come to expect. While some pieces are overtly trendy, others – like a simple black and white, skirt, blouse and scarf ensemble – stick to a more classic look, but the feminine details are unmistakably Jason Wu.
“My goal was not to duplicate anything from my main collection,” Wu told New York Times, in reference to a previous collaboration. “Instead I designed completely new clothes and accessories that reflect my taste and have a voice of their own.”
The collection will only be available from February 5 to March 6, and product prices will range anywhere between $19.99 and $59.99. Peep the complete lookbook on Target Style’s Facebook page.
- Lauren Arute
The Greek and Life Boutique Mural by Asswad Jaleel
On Saturday, the Greek and Life Boutique officially opened its doors with a launch party hosted by DJ Emez from hot 107.9 and DJ Omega.
Last week, I wrote an article announcing that the boutique was opening, but I mentioned how I wasn’t convinced there was a market for high end apparel on Temple’s campus.
After attending the launch party, I take back what I said. The cozy boutique was buzzing with shoppers perusing the apparel and accessories neatly hanging throughout the store. The store is divided in half; one part is dedicated specifically to Greek life apparel and accessories, while the other caters to the rest of us.
While I’m not a part of Temple’s Greek community, I spoke with Courtney Mick, a Psychology major at Temple University. ”The prices are really good compared to the stores I’ve been to,” Mick said. “A regular shirt would run around $40 [at another Greek store]. The shirt [from Greek and Life] was around $25. It wasn’t bad.”
The Greek attire was very popular, but many people were looking at the Life side of the store. The Greek side of the store is clearly marketed at college age, but the Life side of the store features a more mature audience. There are shirts perfect for a night out on the town, and pants suited for a fashionable day at the office.
The selection of men’s clothing is more casual than the women’s, but it’d be easy to incorporate the shaw collar Life After Denim sweaters into almost any winter outfit.
Overall, I was very impressed with the boutique, and I’m really excited for fashion-forward stores like Greek and Life to spread throughout Philly. Hopefully, Philly can develop to its own fashion scene one boutique at a time. Check out more pictures of the boutique after the jump. More »
