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August 11, 2011

Thread Thursday: FIG Finale is Back, Summer 2011

Filed under: Shopping Event,Thread Thursdays — Tags: Dallas, FIG Finale, sale, shopping event, Thread Thursday — Nik @ 9:24 pm

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

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July 19, 2011

Re-Finery’s Summer Styles in Stock Now!

Filed under: Clothing Store,Consignment — Tags: Alissa Gearing, Dallas, Re-Finery Fashion, resale — Nik @ 10:18 pm

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!

Contemporary/Designer dresses, tops, bags, shoes, jackets, scarves and more!

Find the labels on your “must-get” list…Jimmy Choo, DVF & Tory Burch - just to name a few!

SHOP ready-to-wear Summer styles and show off your smarts by getting an early jump on Fall!

Friday, July 29th from 10 am to 3 pm

Saturday, July 30th from 10 am to 3 pm

9530 Moss Haven Dr.

Dallas 75231

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

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July 15, 2011

Clotheshorse Anonymous in Dallas: Summer Clearance Ends July 17, 2011

Filed under: Clothing Store,Consignment,Great Sales — Tags: Clotheshorse Anonymous, Dallas — Nik @ 9:54 pm

*Hurry In!*
	Our “end of season” summer clearance sale ends Sunday July 17th!
	Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm & Sun 12pm-6pm
	Clotheshorse - A Breed Apart in Woman’s Resale

	11661 Preston Rd., Ste. 236	info@chadallas.com
	Dallas, Texas 75230	www.clotheshorseanonymous.com
	(972) 233-7005	www.myspace.com/clotheshorsedallas

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April 14, 2011

North Park Center at Night

Filed under: Clothing Store,Trends — Tags: Dallas, Northpark Center — Nik @ 12:45 am

I was combing through random photos and came upon these I took of Northpark Center in Dallas. It’s one thing to see a high-end mall in all its glory during the day, but by night, it’s quite different. Immensely calm and yet intensely engaging, Northpark loses none of its appeal at nightfall. Once the sun goes down and the crowds clear out at closing time, Northpark effortlessly slips into the role of museum.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

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April 7, 2011

Ivanka Trump to Appear at Bachendorf’s in Dallas

Filed under: Celebrity Fashion,Shopping Event,Trends — Tags: Bachendorf's, Clos-ette, D Magazine, Dallas, Ivanka Trump, Ivanka Trump jewelry, Rock Tradition — Nik @ 10:00 am

Confession: Initially this post was to be about Ivanka’s (pronounced ee-Vahn-ka) appearance at Bachendorf’s in Dallas, but research uncovered that Ms. Trump has been very busy, not only managing Trump Hotel’s international expansion and her eponymous jewelry line, but she has also launched a line of handbags and footwear.

A quick glance at the lines reveal reasonably priced (i.e. $130-$150) items, all calculated to appeal to a wide audience, and therefore nothing too over-the-top. I do particularly like the Crystal Satchel in black (retail: $150). Undoubtedly the shoes and bags were intentionally designed to complement Ivanka’s jewelry line but never rival it (an impossible feat, I’m sure).

As a long-time admirer of Ivanka’s style, I included a blurb about her jewelry in my Christmas 2010 Shopping Guide for Women and Men. I really like her signature oval design for its elegance and simplicity. If you like a little more bling, and by a little I mean a lot, then check out the tassel necklaces. If you’d like to see the Ivanka Trump Jewelry Collection, (and well Ivanka) in person, I read in this month’s D Magazine that Bachendorf’s will host them both on April 21st, 6-8pm at The Plaza at Preston Center located at 8400 Preston Road, Dallas 75225.

If you are unable to attend the event, but still wish to see Ms. Trump, you can always watch her weekly video updates, “Inside Scoop from Ivanka” via her Facebook page.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

(Photo Credit: Ivanka Trump Jewelry and Bachendorf’s)

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February 26, 2011

Fur Sale at Clotheshorse Anonymous in Dallas

Filed under: Great Sales — Tags: Clotheshorse Anonymous, Dallas, fur sale — Nik @ 5:30 pm

The Ultimate Sale…Resale

	Get ready for the “Blue Northers” still to come.. .…check out our Fur Sale Now!
	On selected furs, see store for details. Sale expires March 1st.
	Clotheshorse - A Breed Apart in Woman’s Resale

	(972) 233-7005	1413 Preston Forest Square
	INFO@CHADALLAS.COM	Dallas, Texas 75230

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February 4, 2011

F.I.G. Finale Designer Sale, Feb. 2011- Up to 75% Off!

Filed under: Great Sales,Shopping Event — Tags: Dallas, designer discount sale, FIG Finale — Nik @ 10:19 pm

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January 29, 2011

Super Bowl XLV Festivities in DFW

Filed under: Celebrity Fashion,Online Shopping — Tags: Arlington, celebrities, Dallas, Fort Worth, parties, Super Bowl XLV — Nik @ 12:56 pm

Bonus Post: I know I’ve been a bit obsessed with H&M moving into the area, but I wanted to briefly post links listing the Super Bowl XLV parties planned in the area and point you to some other resources so you can plan your partying-and party attire- accordingly.

We all know it’s going to be a star-studded week leading up to the Big Day on Sunday, Feb. 6th. A-List glitterati scheduled to descend on DFW include The Black Eyed Peas, P. Diddy, Pamela Anderson, Gene Simmons, Christina Aguilera and His Purpleness aka Prince, in addition to our local celebs.

Here are some of my top websites for lists of parties- they all list the major parties but differ slightly in regard to smaller parties/events.

Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau

KDFW Fox 4

Guide Live Dallas

Kimberly Schlegel Whitman’s RSVP Social Calendar (Also part of my blog roll)

North Texas Super Bowl XLV Committee

KDAF Channel 33 reported that over 500 Super Bowl parties are slated to take place in DFW!

Now for the shopping- may I suggest:

Nordstrom Online- I saw some cute sequined tops and party dresses and some items were up to 55% off! Note: If shipping times are too long, you can opt to pick up the item from your local store.

Bluefly.com- Bluefly always has a great selection and great prices. The short cocktail dresses from Badgley Mischka, Shoshanna and Alice & Olivia are to die for!

Shop It To Me- The best virtual personal shopper ever! This company pulls looks from everywhere on the web to find you what you need, at just the right size, color and style.

Happy Shopping Everyone!

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

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January 20, 2011

Thread Thursday: H&M in Dallas and Washington, D.C.

Filed under: Clothing Store,Thread Thursdays — Tags: Christmas 2010, Dallas, H&M, Lanvin, Northpark Center, Thread Thursday, Washington D.C. — Nik @ 1:38 pm

Just last month, I had the opportunity, no, the pleasure, of visiting H&M twice- once in Dallas and then in Washington, D.C. While the Dallas preview store at Northpark Center is just an appetizer until the Grand Opening in October 2011, the two-story D.C. location exists to satisfy every style gluttons’ desire. For me, the D.C. location is the preview of what’s in store for DFW- pun intended.

In Dallas, patrons flitted about in a shopping frenzy, mesmerized by the abbreviated collection that H&M served up, including the much lauded Lanvin collaboration. The air was one of cheer and gratitude, as patrons excitedly, but patiently, stood in a line wrapped around the perimeter of the store to purchase their finds. See pictures below for a peek inside the Dallas H&M Preview store.

While Dallasites may have worked themselves into a slight shopping tizzy in the unfamiliar territory of H&M European fabulousness, the D.C. patrons seemed to glide with ordered, knowing steps that betrayed a certain level of familiarity and ease. These regulars navigated the two stories in a manner that made me think they could’ve shopped in their sleep! If you’re curious, here are pictures of the D.C. H&M store in all its glory.

Alright Dallas, now you’ve seen what the East Coast has been enjoying for quite some time. Prepare thyself. Our H&M is coming.

Fashionably Yours,

Nik

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November 25, 2010

Thread Thursday: Get Ready for Black Friday 2010

Filed under: Great Sales,Thread Thursdays — Tags: A.L.C., Barneys Co-op, Black Friday 2010, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Liquid, Phillip Lim, Thread Thursday — Nik @ 12:03 pm

Hey folks,

I’m out of town, again, this time for Thanksgiving, but I’ve been searching around for some great deals in DFW (and one in Houston) for you to take advantage of for Black Friday…here’s what I’ve found thus far:

D Magazine’s Shop Talk has compiled a great list of Black Friday sales that include clothing from surrounding shops, music from Good Records, treats from Pink Berry and spa treatments at the Ritz!

Pink Memo reports that Inwood Village will have several holiday sales at participating stores, including Rich Hippie, Last Call Studio by Neiman Marcus and Bag’n Baggage.

The Parks Mall in Arlington has an extensive list of stores participating in Black Friday, including Zales, New York & Co. and JC Penney.

NBC DFW reports a list of great sales, including one exclusively for Northpark Mall in Dallas.

Ok, now for Houston. I scoped out the Galleria Mall yesterday and lo and behold, Barneys Co-op is going out of business (just the Houston location!). There are items up to 60% off and I didn’t want to withhold the news in case you’re in Houston or planning to return to Houston soon.

Barneys Co-op Galleria I
5015 Westheimer, Suite A2420 Houston, TX 77056

Mon-Sat: 10am-9pm
Sun: 11am-7pm
T: 713.986.5113 | F: 773.986.5121
E: info-coophouston@barneys.com

So, that’s all I have for now- I smell the turkey and dressing, gotta go! Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Shopping!

Fashionably Yours,

Nik