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Alright, let’s get to it.
Fashionista reports that Cynthia Rowley and Birchbox have teamed up to offer beauty enthusiasts a great deal. You remember Birchbox, right? Cynthia Rowley has designed a fun and sophisticated limited edition gift box, and it could be yours if you sign up for a Birchbox membership (only $10 per MONTH) before June 30th.
Chicology reports that Rent the Runway has partnered with beauty giant Lancome to offer makeup for purchase in addition to wardrobe rentals.
QVC joins forces with Kim Kardashian and Kelly Ripa to fight ovarian cancer. QVC Presents Super Saturday Live, on July 31 from 2 PM – 4 PM (EST). All proceeds will benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF).
Fashionably Yours,
Nik
Hello Fashionistas,
I’m still learning my way around Austin and where all the great sales are, but a friend just told me about an online sale at TULLE that was too good to pass up.
Good news: It’s 50% OFF. Bad news: It ends TODAY (Thursday 6-23-11).
Admittedly, I’m not familiar with TULLE; I think its collection is best described as a cross between Anthropologie and Forever 21. It’s cute and flirty with a splash of folksy vintage inspiration (see below). Sale prices ranged from just $14 for a v-neck t-shirt to $47.50 for a coat. That’s right, I didn’t see anything over $50! Happy shopping!
Fashionably Yours,
Nik
Living in two different places has its challenges- and rewards. I so love the life I have in DFW, but Austin has been calling me for a while now and I’ve finally decided to answer. Yes, I’m setting down roots in Austin while leaving some planted in DFW. I believe living in both places will only help my blog, and me, grow and develop professionally. After a couple of weeks of settling into my Austin apartment, I decided to venture out and learn my way around the city. So with a full tank and an empty schedule I set out on Saturday morning to see what Austin had to offer.
10:00 AM Private Yoga Lesson in Shipe Park
I didn’t think it’d be very zen of me to snap photos during yoga, so after we ended class with my favorite pose, Savasana, I took a few pics of my vantage point on my mat. Afterwards we dangled our feet in the pool to cool off.
12:00PM Lunch- Torchy’s Tacos @ Trailer Park Eatery 1st Street
Photo Credit: trailerfooddiaries.blogspot.com
This taco stand always has long line of dedicated foodies. I ordered my two tacos to go and while I waited stepped next door to Holy Cacao for an iced Mexican Hot Chocolate. Cold and sweet, with a devilicious hint of cayenne pepper, it’s the perfect summer treat.
1:00PM Sale at Anthropologie on 6th and Lamar
Expensive to some, reasonable to others and charming to most, Anthropologie has really grown on me over the years. And now that I know it’s the sister company to Urban Outfitters and Leifsdottir, I like it even more.
2:15PM Sale at West Elm on 5th and Lamar
Now, I’ve not been to West Elm in quite a while. It seemed they never had any really good sales, and I always found myself at Z Gallerie instead. Well, I suppose things have changed. It’s their End-of-the-Season Sale and my friend just got a steal of a couch from West Elm (marked down to $350 from $1500!!!). He showed me pictures of it on his phone after yoga class. It’s so chic and classic: white with black damask print- there are so many ways to decorate his living room I don’t know where to start! Luckily, this sale includes accessories and dishes as well. So, if you’ve wanted to revive a tired-looking room in your home, get to West Elm now.
3:15PM Picked up dinner from Whole Foods on 5th and Lamar
My new obsession: Tandoor Chef Indian Cuisine, specifically palak paneer. You can get it in the freezer section of Whole Foods. I discovered it while in California two months ago…OMG, it’s sooo good, as in I stopped going to Indian restaurants in Cali when I found this. Why fight San Francisco traffic when you can just eat a delicious meal at home? Anyway, palak paneer is a dynamic blend of creamed spinach, curry and other seductive Indian spices adorned with delectable cubes of cheese. Have this over brown rice with a side of naan (kinda like pita bread): heaven!
4:00PM Real Housewives of New York Re-runs
I’ve been missing them all week- and they’re in Morocco! It’s so Sex and the City 2…well, not quite.
5:00PM Dinner at Home/Reflection
It was a great Saturday. I started my day getting centered with a little yoga in the park, went window shopping in downtown, and picked up a healthy dinner. I am seriously digging the Austin vibe.
Other Sales: A little birdie told me at a party this past Thursday that Neiman Marcus in Austin is having a great sale right now! It’s been going on for a week now so be sure to check it out.
Fashionably Yours,
Nik
I first wrote about GW Boutique in Keller, TX on March 24, 2010, and since then that post has been one of my most heavily visited. At a year later, I thought it was high time I revisit what makes GW Boutique so fantastic, and give you an update on its newest additions.
Philanthropy (The Cake):
While I often write about fabulous items you can acquire, please remember it’s just as fabulous to give to others. Goodwill Industries International, Inc. is an institution of giving that funds community programs, including job placement and job training, by selling donated clothing. Donations do more than supplement a fellow fashionista’s wardrobe:
“Every 45 seconds of every business day, a person served by Goodwill earns a good job.”
And you thought you were just buying a blouse…
Recycling (The Icing):
Besides helping folks find jobs, donating or buying at GW Boutique means you’re practicing green living. Yes, fashion and recycling go hand in hand- and it’s a beautiful collaboration. Ever heard of vintage?
New Arrivals (The Cherry on Top):
I spoke with Kristen in Goodwill’s PR department, and she had some wonderful things to share.
You’ll remember from my original post there was only one dressing room, making for one long waiting line. Thankfully, GW Boutique has added another dressing room. I visited a couple of months ago and there was no line and thus, no waiting.
Interestingly, GW Boutique has diversified its offerings and works with buyers to bring in brand new items in addition to donated ones. On my visit I found an entire wall covered with new fashion-forward accessories.
Occasionally, the store plans to have sales on certain merchandise, such as items from White House Black Market and Banana Republic.
You’re invited to sign up for email updates here or while shopping in the store and you can find GW Boutique coupons on its Facebook and Twitter pages. Also feel free to share with the store any feedback you have.
Exclusive to Keller residents: Look for the occasional 25%-30% Off Coupon in the Keller Citizen Newspaper. (Lucky you!)
Please excuse the cake references…I gave up desserts for Lent and I’m going through withdrawals.
Fashionably Yours,
Nik
Ok, I don’t know about you, but it seems that lately the DFW shopping scene has been slow! I am style starved! But alas, folks have slowly been reaching out to me to let me know about their upcoming events. (Huge thanks to the jewelry designers and boutiques that keep me informed!)
Here’s the line up so far: Nordstrom Rack Opening Mar. 17, Fashion Cited Charity Event Mar. 24, The Dallas Flea Mar. 26, Glam Shop Girls Mar. 30 and the Dallas International Film Festival Mar. 31-Apr. 10.
1. Nordstrom Rack opens this Thursday, March 17th (St. Patrick’s Day) at the Parks at Arlington Mall. I did a preview walk-through of the store recently and I can tell you that this store is bursting at the seams with designer goodies with your name on it. The Rack has unbelievable discounts so you only pay a fraction of the retail price!
Men: Ben Sherman, Bugatchi, Burberry (galore!), Hugo Boss, Michael Kors, 7 For All Mankind (great selection of jean brands too), and more.
Women: Juicy Couture, Burberry, Fendi, Michael Kors, Leifs Dottir, Kate Spade and much, much more.
Now, listen to Nik, I’m your friend and I want the very best shopping experience for you. Are you ready for this? GET THERE EARLY! As in Thursday. Before 8:30am. Do not wait until the weekend. There will be a Race Through the Rack Sweepstakes drawing on opening day that you won’t want to miss! Click here for details.
Good luck! (Not that you’ll need it on St. Patrick’s Day.)
2. Fashion Cited Charity Event Benefiting Legal Hospice.
3. The Dallas Flea is upon us once again, this time on Mar. 26th, 9am-4pm at 1409 S. Lamar Street.
Same formula, same fun: Only $5 bucks to get in and shop a huge selection of vendors with handmade, high-end, one-of-a-kind clothing, home decor and jewelry like these gorgeous finds from The Silver Importer:
The Silver Importer- Statement Pearl Necklace
The Silver Importer
4. Glam Shop Girls- I have never attended this but I think it’s similar to Shecky’s Girls Night Out, which I love. Glam Shop Girls features chic shopping events in Dallas, Houston and San Francisco. This event is held in the same building as The Dallas Flea.
GLAM SHOP GIRLS DALLAS
March 30, 2011 | 5:30pm-8:30pm
Absinthe Lounge & Cigar Bar
(inside S. Side of Lamar Building)
1409 S. Lamar #008
Dallas, TX 75215
RSVP HERE OR PAY $10 @ THE DOOR
5. The Dallas International Film Festival ramps up on March 31st, so if you missed SXSW, here’s another chance to get your film fix. I missed SXSW too, as I left Austin on the Friday the festival began…oh well, there’s always next year! Tickets for the Dallas film festival go on sale on March 17th.
In sum, March gives fahionistas plenty of opportunities to sip, shop, save and do a good deed or two. As always, if you attend these events please share your experiences here, in the comments or by emailing me at nik@threadconscious.com.
Fashionably Yours,
Nik
If Highland Park isn’t your speed, then Macy’s is having their awesome One Day Sale.
Stay tuned for more on GW Boutique and other great stores this month!
Fashionably Yours,
Nik
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