Fashion: October 2008 Archives

Looking for last minute Halloween costumes and don't want to break the bank? Look no further than Recycling Red Dresses thrift store in the Down Street Market Place, 454 Broadway. I found an adorable poodle skirt for my 50's girl for 8 bucks! They have children and adults!

Happy Halloween!!

OK - the news is depressing. We all have to change our ways and tighten our belts (just make sure they are the skinny patent ones - preferably in a violet) and be more creative with our shopping. Notice I didn't say stop - I said creative and I don't mean the taking from Peter to pay Paul kind of creative! I mean going out and find the look you want at the price you can afford. Isn't the hunt half the fun? I learned from the best - my Mom! I'm here to help... Lioness (closed Monday's and Tuesday's) a great new consignment-vintage boutique celebrated their grand opening at 30 Beekman Street last Friday. The consignment shop is set up to give you the feel that you are shopping in a well merchandised boutique at a fraction of the price the typical "experience" will cost you! They sell both men's and women's clothing and accessories. I found the above shoes for $22.00 - totally loving the plaid and the button.
So, out with the Diva's and in with the Recessionista's..... it's time to take our shopping and saving more seriously.... Hunting anyone?

Bracelet from Violet's Boutique 482 Broadway $62.00

Sunglasses from Banana Republic $98.00

Necklace from Aggie's 454 Broadway $35.00

Earrings from Lucia Boutique 454 Broadway $24.00

Rings from 80 West 80 W. Circular Street. Prices range from $15.00 - $45.00

Accessorize with any the above and you have mastered the Reese Look!
Now go shopping!

Not your granddad's cardigan. A mod cut on an an old classic. Plus it's eco friendly! Made with eco-heather yarn. Check it out at speck boutique 353 Broadway $45.00

Soft and Feminine. Super comfy with delicate pointelle detailing throughout the fabric. Lucia Boutique 454 Broadway $65.00

This is soooo Reese. Wear this French Connection cardigan with a slim tee underneath, narrow belt over and tie on a scarf and you have mastered her look. 80 West 80 W. Circular Street $118.00

Love, love, looooove this Vince shrug. Worth the investment because you will live in it all season. Aggie's Boutique 454 Broadway $295.00 (we're talking cashmere)

Reese's Pick: J Brand Jeans available at Aggie's Boutique 454 Broadway $160.00

Straight Leg: Hudson Jeans available at Violet's 482 Broadway $150.00

Weekend: Silver Jeans available at Lifestyles 436 Broadway $78.00

Trouser Cut: Cello Brand available 80 West 80 W. Circular Street $65.00

Deal: Gap tee $15.00. Gap.com. Make a statement.

Go Green: Lucia Boutique, LAmade tee $39.00, 454 Broadway. 100% Organic Cotton.

Personal Favorite: Aggie's Boutique 454 Broadway, James Perse tee $70.00. Once you put it on you're hooked. Perfect fit for layering or on it's own.

Cool and Casual: 80 West, 80 West Circular Street, Nation Ltd. tee $85.00 This tee is in every magazine I pick up. Loose fitting, super soft, burnout tee with raw edge v-neck. Super comfy! Why should the celeb's be the only ones in the know?

Spice It Up: Violet's, 482 Broadway Sweetees $118.00. Perfect for a night out on the town.

Deal: Ann Taylor Loft $29.99 on Broadway or AnnTaylorLoft.com

Middle Ground: 9 West at the Shoe Depot $69.99 - look for ballet flats like the above in fun colors.

Splurge: Lilly Pulitzer $248.00 at the Pink Paddock 380 Broadway

Personal favorite: Tory Burch $195 SaksFifthAvenue.com

OK - Why Reese Witherspoon? She's a working mom, she seems real for those Hollywood types (can't you just see her hanging out at Mrs. London's having a cappuccino before she strolls across Broadway with her kids to check out G. Willikers?). Her style is classic and attainable for us here in the Spa City. You can't go wrong having some solid classic pieces in your wardrobe that you can wear over and over again and look great every time - even as we are running out the door to drop off the kids to school and then on to the marathon we moms run every day! Why wear sweats when you can have a killer fitting pair of jeans, a soft slim tee, and great flats to run around town in. Layer a cardigan, cool sunglasses, a pretty scarf or some fun jewelry and you are good to go. I'll show you where to find great pieces to add to your closet and to give you Reese's classic style - it's not hard and all the pieces I will list are in the stores now! Happy Monday and Happy Shopping!

Planes, trains or automobiles??? Whatever your travel choice - do it in style with this great overnight bag and accessories I found at Ever After (372 Broadway). Lovin' these crisp clean color combos. Bright white with black, navy, orange or pink. So fun and zippy! Made from Oil Cloth so they are durable too.
Bag $45.99, Luggage tag $9.99, Passport holder $15.99, TO DO list holder $10.99, Document holder $22.99.
Not going away? Give them as a gift and make them happy!

These beautiful soft tone wraps are made from 100% Bamboo! They are extremely soft, warm and cozy - just what we need on these chilly nights. Knot around your neck or wear as a wrap - they drape perfectly and will never lose their shape, $110 Mimosa (70C Beeckman Street)

Aggie's (454 Broadway) and Violet's (482 Broadway) offer chunkier styles that work great now with a sweater and will transition perfectly when the dreaded winter coat is needed! Both stores offer scarves ranging from $36 - $48.

There is that oh-so -in plaid again! A cheap way to update your look!
Violet's (482 Broadway)

We can all use some color when the grey days settle in. Speck (353 Broadway) and 80 West (80 West Circular) offer a rainbow of choices. $18- $30