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Friday, December 19, 2008
Events A twisted fashion show: 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Last night, Apostrophe Lounge played host to the "Nightmare Before Christmas" fashion show, sponsored by L.A. East, Escape Hair & Skin Studio and Urbana City Spa & Tea. What a great theme for a fashion show right before the holidays. None of that warm and cuddly stuff! The makeup was smeared, the hair was all jacked up, the music -- holiday tunes mixed by DJ R Wonz -- was twisted and the clothes ... well, check them out for yourself.
Photos by ME!
Events Jewelry party at JT Posh
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 7:00 AM
Local jewelry designer Stephanie Speers will be showcasing her stuff at an exclusive jewelry party at JT Posh (2400 Park Road, Suite 2A) on Saturday from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. The saavy consignment boutique will also be having holiday sales in conjunction with the jewelry party. Call 704-375-1334 for more information.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Merch to Purch Online Item: "Seriously, Who throws a shoe?" T-Shirt
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Leave it to the retail world to turn a profit on the now famous shoe-throwing incident involving President Bush. Cafe Press, an online retailer of pop culture fads, has come up with this T-shirt depicting Bush being pelted with a shoe with the wording, "Seriously, Who throws a shoe?" The shirt comes in a range of colors, from military green to royal blue and is 100-percent cotton.
For a mere $28.99, this would be my pick for anyone who thinks Bush is an idiot. Seriously, who else would get a shoe thrown at him?
Order here.
Events 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Fashion Show @ Apostrophe Lounge
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 7:30 AM
A spooky "Nightmare Before Christmas" fashion event sponsored by L.A. East, Escape Hair & Skin Studio and Urbana City Spa & Tea goes down tonight at Apostrophe Lounge. From the looks of these two ladies, I'd say this is a great event for you holiday grinches who also wear the fashionista hat.
Apostrophe Lounge is located at 1440 S. Tryon St., across from Amos' Southend. 704-371-7079. $5 for advance tickets.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
News Welcome to Klepto
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 10:25 AM
No, this is not a blog for people with the uncontrollable desire to steal to congregate, share stealthy swiping techniques and gush about Wynona Ryder.
You've stumbled onto Creative Loafing's brand-new shopping blog Klepto, where retail therapy is the only kind of therapy we believe in. We’ll be striving to give our readers all of the shopping news and info they need: notice of sales, openings, closings; features on local shops, shop owners and our picks on items our readers might enjoy; photos from fashion shows or other shopping-related events; and much more.
With the introduction of Klepto, we’re hoping to fill a void for Charlotte area shoppers in the worldwide web: a Web site people can visit to find out information about shopping at independently owned stores in their very own city.
This new blog will be the ultimate stop for Charlotteans to indulge in extreme consumerism. And isn't that pretty much what a klepto does?
Merch to Purch / Sales Artsy Item: Paintings at Fifteen Ten
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 10:23 AM
Recently I was helping a co-worker brainstorm ideas for a gift for his new girlfriend. Of course, my first suggestion was jewelry, because what girl wouldn't like a little bling, but he immediately shot down that idea. In fact, he shot down every suggestion I had, until I had my moment of brilliance: a piece of artwork. It takes some thought to pick out the perfect piece of art, and its message is simple: "I think you're cool."
Here are some paintings for sale at Fifteen Ten — Uncommon Home Antiques. The cool thing about these colorful pieces of art is that there aren't any rock-solid prices — you can make your own offer.
Oh, and by the way, everything in the store is 50 percent off.
Fifteen Ten
1510 Central Ave.
704-342-9005
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Sales Sales rack at Boris and Natasha
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 7:58 AM
Do you know that Christmas is NEXT week? It crept up on us, didn't it!
If you still haven't found that perfect gift — or, like me, haven't started shopping yet — check out the sales rack at Boris and Natasha (1214 Thomas Ave. 704-375-0079), a funky little clothing and accessories boutique in Plaza Midwood. Everything on it is $15 — yes, I said $15! Owner Hope Nicholls tells me she just dropped the prices down a few days ago, and they'll stay at that price until everything on the rack is gone, which shouldn't take too long. Also, shoes on sale are all under $25.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Street Style Street Style: Vintage with a modern twist
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Tue, Dec 16, 2008 at 2:20 PM
Who: Megan Bocker
Occupation: Chef
Spotted: Tryon Street near Spirit Square
Rockin: "1940s, hour-glass tailored, vintage style dress with a modern twist — from Target"
Style Philosophy: "Be comfortable in what you're wearing but be girly in the process."
Merch to Purch Shiny item: Wired jewelry
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Tue, Dec 16, 2008 at 2:08 PM
Right now, wired jewelry is very popular. Here are some shots of some gold and silver pieces from City Supply Co. (1219 Thomas Ave., 704-347-2489)
Monday, December 15, 2008
News Christmas party at L.A. East = A great sale
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Mon, Dec 15, 2008 at 10:56 AM
Check out their MySpace page for more information.
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All About Style: Checking out the new Blush Boutique
A visit to the South End boutique yields great finds for women.
