Dolly Python…just by the name, you know you’re in for something unusual and amazing.  In the same vein of vintage wackiness as Austin’s Uncommon Objects, Dolly Python is a mecca of rare clothing, accessories, furniture and other fun tchotchkes.  Located at 1916 N. Haskell Avenue in Dallas, Dolly does have one thing that Uncommon Objects doesn’t: Melinda the psychic.  Every Saturday she does palm readings- $15 for 15 minutes.  So while at Dolly Python, you can shop for things from the past and  get a glimpse of your future.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

Photo Credit: WENN.com

We were at Sunday’s Mavs Game, which was also the debut of reality stars Lamar and Khloe Kardashian Odom in Dallas.  We thought it odd that Khloe was not at the game, but as it turns out she was in an area under our suite.  So no wonder we never saw her!

If you’d like to meet Khloe and embrace the Holiday’s spirit of giving, she is also having a toy drive at City Hall Plaza tomorrow, Wednesday, December 21, from 12pm – 2pm to benefit Children’s Hospital of Dallas.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

GO MAVS!

Fashionistas,

The Very Best of Versace for H&M Collection is available at Northpark Center in Dallas starting TODAY.  There is already a line outside the store!  There is such a fashion frenzy that H&M has set up a shopping system to make scooping up your favorites a bit easier.  The Ladies’ Collection ranges from about $29.95 to $399 while the Men’s Collection is priced about $17.95 to $299.  If you love bold and bright with a touch of rock ‘n roll edginess, then this is the Collection for you.  Happy Shopping!

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

Laced with Romance- Matt McCoy

Dear Fashionistas,

Are you ready for Vintage Glamporium, “an exhilarating shopping experience that brings together the best vintage clothing and accessory vendors of Texas and beyond?”

This Saturday, October 8th and Sunday, October 9th, at ZACH Theatre, be sure to check out a host of top notch vintage vendors, who have carefully curated the best ensembles and accessories for men and women. 

Vintage all-stars include local favorites such as Laced with Romance, Big Bertha’s Bargain Basement, Fabulous Mess Vintage, and Feathers Boutique AND  stylish neighbors such as Vintage Martini (Dallas, TX), Style Station (Waco, TX), Cheap Thrills (Tulsa, OK) and The Vintagemobile (Dallas, TX).

This is a weekend you won’t want to miss!  And PLEASE, for those attending please snap a few photos to share with the rest of us.  I would be there myself, but I have other fabulous events to attend, as two of my dear friends are getting married this weekend- to each other!  Also, I’ll be celebrating my own one-year anniversary!  Ah, l’amor!  :  )

WHO: Founded by Angie Ferrer Domecq Owner of Angelica DeBiase online boutique & Masha Harmeier Co-owner of Feathers Boutique

WHEN: Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sunday, October 9, 2011 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

WHERE: ZACH Theatre 1426 Toomey Rd. Austin, TX 78704 ADMISSION: Daily Early Shopper Tickets (12:00 pm – 1:00pm): $10 Daily General Admission: $5 Tickets are CASH ONLY and are available at the door PARKING: Free parking in the Zachary Scott Theatre lot or on the street

WEBSITE: http://www.vintageglamporium.com/vintage/Welcome.html

 http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=209440835745466

*Note some vendors will accept cash or credit, others will accept cash only

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

Dear Fashionistas,

This week marked a momentous occasion for thread-conscious fashion enthusiasts in Texas… our H&M has finally arrived.

If you’re like me, chances are you’ve been waiting years for H&M to move to Texas.  And while it’s been a long time coming, I can tell you, it was worth the wait.  (Even socialite Gregg Asher made an appearance.)

So, why Dallas, why now? Well as it turns out, H&M has been eyeing the Dallas market since it opened its first U.S. location (New York) in 2000.  And the clothing giant has plans to expand to even more Texas markets in the future, said spokeswoman Jennifer Ward.

The two-story, 24,000 square-foot shopping mecca is brimming with a variety of styles to suit every discriminating Dallasites’ taste, at any age (teens, adults and children) and for any occasion (casual, business, and party wear).  Fortunately, H&M will continue its practice of collaborating with the world’s hottest designers to bring us high-end, yet affordable, clothing.  (BTW, I died for the Lanvin collection.) 

After all, high-end, yet affordable, fashion is what H&M is known for and what sets it apart from other retailers world-wide.  Accessories start as low as $5, denim as low as $15 and dresses $30…you can spend less than $100 for an entire ensemble and still look like you stepped off the runway.  This is the magic of H&M, which I witnessed firsthand during its Papercity Preview Party this week. 

So without further adieu, I present to you our H&M.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik 

Dear Fashionistas,

It was a sad day when H&M closed its “preview store” this past April in anticipation of a grand reopening this Fall.  Alas, no need to wait until October; H&M will open its doors August 18th at noon, according to Dallasing.com.

“The August 18 grand opening will take place at noon with the first 500 visitors receiving ‘passes’ valued up to $500.”

Of course, if you attend (and why wouldn’t you?) please snap a few photos and email them to nik@threadconscious.com!  Sharing is caring, people.

(Oh, and don’t forget: Fashion’s Night Out at Northpark Center is Sept. 8th, 6-10pm.)

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

Dear Fashionistas,

FIG Finale, one of my favorite Dallas shopping events, is back just in time for Fall!

“FIG finale is a spectacular sale during which the area’s top stores come together at FIG and sell their women’s, men’s and kid’s clothing, accessories and shoes to the public at up to 75 percent discount. It is a shopper’s paradise, with numerous great retailers offering their designer merchandise at unbeatable prices.

Some of this year’s designers include Diane Von Furstenburg, Michael Kors, and Trina Turk as well as many Dallas-based designers and stores.

The sale is open to the public Friday, Aug. 26 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Day passes are $15 each and two-day passes are $20.

For those wanting first dibs on shopping, the VIP SHOPPING PACKAGE is the best bet on Thursday, Aug. 25 from 6 – 9 p.m. For $50, VIPs will enjoy the exclusive early access shopping party with complimentary cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live DJ-spun tunes and complimentary valet.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.fashionindustrygallery.com. FIG Finale is held at the Fashion Industry Gallery at 1807 Ross Ave, Dallas, Texas 75201.”

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

Alissa Gearing, Re-Finery Fashion

  Re-Finery is  o v e r f l o w i n g with our best inventory…maybe ever!

Fashionably Yours,

Nik