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Sunday, March 22, 2009
Events Photos: Vintage fashion show @ Alley Cat
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Sun, Mar 22, 2009 at 11:04 AM
On Saturday night, the Economic Stimulus Party went down at Alley Cat, complete with a vintage fashion show courtesy of Hong Kong Vintage. It's one thing to go to a fashion show, see the pretty clothes and wish you could afford to buy them; it's another thing to go to a fashion show, see the pretty clothes and go to the shop the next day and pick out an outfit for under $50.
With most people pinching as many pennies as possible, vintage fashion is the way to go nowadays. Cheap and chic, remember? Here are some photos from the show. My favorite outfit? The fuschia jumpsuit, accented with a yellow scarf. Love bright colors!
Clothes courtesy of Hong Kong Vintage, hair/makeup by Bang Bang Salon.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Events For those who love antiques ...
Posted By Jaclyn Letizia on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 8:42 AM
We received this notice:
WAXHAW SEMI-ANNUAL ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE SALE
Sponsored by the American Legion's Auxiliary Post 208
Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21@ 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
American Legion on HWY 75
Don't miss the great buys at this semi-annual sale! Furniture, jewelry, art, glassware and an impressive assortment of collectibles. Also featuring:
Glass Repair by Jerry Moree: bring your chipped glass and crystal and have it repaired on the spot
Furniture Repair: purchase products to spruce up your antiques and get information from the experts in your area!
Appraisal Advice: from single items to entire household sales. The Sisters III representative will be available both days to chat with you!
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE RENTAL OF BOOTH SPACE AND FOOD WILL BENEFIT PROJECTS FOR LOCAL VETERANS.
Cheap Cheap Update your makeup (affordably); advice from a pro
Posted By Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 8:24 AM
No need to spend a fortune updating your look. Danielle Hughes, a freelance makeup artist, suggests you visit your neighborhood drugstore.
Spring is in the air. What better way to liven up your look than with new makeup in pink, deep plum and green — the hot new colors for the season.Looking good needn’t cost a fortune. To prove it, I went shopping for makeup at an uptown drugstore with freelance makeup artist Danielle Hughes. What many women don't realize, she said, is that drugstore-brand cosmetics often are owned by the same companies that produce the more expensive makeup found in department stores, so they share similar technology.
We looked at foundation, eye shadow and lip gloss that would have cost twice as much at your local mall.
Read the rest of this QCityMetro.com article here.
News Daily consumer dish: March 20
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 8:23 AM
Headlines from the world of retail, fashion and shopping.
• Shoe Carnival to open 3 stores in Charlotte area: Charlotte Business Journal
• Designers sound off: Buy less and buy better: Charlotte Observer
• Jos. A Bank to give refund if customer loses job: Baltimore Sun
• More details on Saturday's House of Style premiere: Fashionologie.com
Sale of the Day Sale of the day: Friday
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 7:57 AM
Today's sale of the day is an online sale: Amazon.com's Friday Sale. Choose from dozens of items in apparel, footwear, watches, home & garden, personal care & grocery, and kitchen & dining and save up to 75 percent off.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Events Vintage fashion show Saturday night!
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 11:01 AM
I am all about stimulating the economy if I can have some fun doing so.
Check out this Economic Stimulus Party at Alley Cat Saturday night, complete with a vintage fashion show courtesy of Hong Kong Vintage.
Admission is free if you go ahead and pick up your tickets at Hong Kong Vintage. Hurry before they run out!
News Belk Rewards Card purchase bonuses
Posted By Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 10:22 AM
Now's the time to buy at Belk, for sure, but don't let the bill sneak up on you. Even though no payment is required, if you pay off the charge before the end of the three-month term you will really win big by avoiding any interest charges at all.
Belk Inc. will waive interest charges and required payments for three months for customers who use the retailer’s credit card.The break is for charges made with the Belk Rewards Card on March 20 and 21 as well as April 1, 2 and 7.
No minimum purchase is required.
Read the rest of this Charlotte Business Journal article here.
News Daily consumer dish: March 19
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 7:20 AM
Headlines from the world of retail, fashion and shopping.
• Blakeney adding retailers: Charlotte Business Journal
• Marc Jacobs is engaged: Fashionologie.com
• Valentino: The end of extravagance?: WSJ.com
• Discovery accuses Amazon of Kindle patent infringement: TalkingShopping.com
Coupon Clipper / Sale of the Day Sale of the day: Thursday
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 6:47 AM
Manifest Discs is having a metal sale. Print out coupon to receive $2 off any Napalm Records title in store.
STARMOUNT SHOPPING CENTER
6239 South Blvd.
704-552-8448
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Events What does Black Sheep mean to you?
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Mar 18, 2009 at 8:00 AM
Retail and art go hand in hand, if you ask me. What I wear on my body can be just as artistic and thought-provoking as a painting with a ghoul screaming with a backdrop of a midnight sky.
I think the folks at Black Sheep agree. Friday night they'll be hosting an art show dubbed "What The Flock?" (Great name, guys.)
