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June 2007
The New IT Bags
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www.anyahindmarch.com
Tote by Anya Hindmarch
So much for an IT bag. The latest must have is far from the leather luxuries we know and love.
Reusable grocery bags are popping up everywhere especially given San Francisco’s ban on plastic bags.
The choices include designer Anya Hindmarch’s $15 cotton “I’m not a Plastic Bag”; tote that caused a frenzy in England, the popular $33 Australian-based Envirosax, and Oprah endorsed Ecobags .
Or you can just get one from the many retailers who offer them in-store including Whole Foods Markets, Trader Joe’s, Ikea and even, Toys ‘R Us.
Has anyone committed to using re-usable shopping bags? Any tips?
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Memories of Liz
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Claiborne (r) with Robert F. Kennedy Jr at the Council of Fashion Designers Awards in New York, June 15, 2000 where she received the lifetime achievement award.
When I started high school in the early 80’s, the dress code at my catholic school meant no jeans, no t-shirts, no sneakers.
I became intimately familiar with Liz Claiborne, and cherished a pair of tailored ivory pants and a matching wool sweater.
Claiborne’s clothing has been a staple of career women since she founded the company in 1976 and in many ways, she revolutionized the way the industry viewed the working woman’s wardrobe.
What are your memories of the Liz Claiborne brand? Have you turned to the brand for work clothing? Do you have a particular outfit that you love?
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From ATL to ITALY
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UPS
Winning design for UPS uniforms by Compl8 of Italy
UPS may be based in ATL, but we know they deliver all over the globe. Recently, they invited a group of Italian designers to re-imagine UPS outfits in honor of the company’s 100th anniversary.
The uniforms submitted by eight designers were judged for both style and function. Otto Bussetti, founder of Compl8, took the top prize for his fleece jacket with letters reminiscent of the sixties era.
What do you think his creation?
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More Sephora
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New Make Up for Ever Aqua Essential ($45) exclusive to Sephora for a limited time.
I remember when Sephora first arrived in the US. It was 1999 and the store at Rockefeller Center in New York was always packed.
Now it seems the 500 plus stores are everywhere, including Buford, where a new Sephora just opened this month in Mall of Georgia.
I’m not complaining really. Where else can you play with makeup without feeling pressured to buy?
What do you think of Sephora? Still a fan or have they gone too Starbucks for your taste?
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Discount Devi
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Target
Clutch by Devi Kroell for Target, $19.99
Devi Kroell, the designer known for her classic Python hobo handbag, is making versions of her exotic skin bags for Target.
The collection, which will appear in stores on July 15, also includes clutches. Prices range from $19.99 to $49.99. (Of course, these are man-made look a-likes).
Also appearing in Target stores next month is clothing by Los Angeles based Libertine with lace boleros ($26.99) and shirtdresses ($29.99) and embroidered shorts ($24.99).
Let us know what you think…
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Sole Fetish
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Prince Williams
Larissa Eason and Traci Houston, owners of Sole Fetish
Larissa Eason and Traci Houston, owners of Sole Fetish, hosted a shoe soiree yesterday at Cafe Noir in Castleberry Hill to greet their well-heeled patrons in person.
The one drawback to having an online shoe boutique is you don’t often get to interact with clients, they said.
The year-old Atlanta-based site features shoes by everyone from Jessica (Simpson) to Giuseppe (Zanotti) with some styles starting as low as $75. Houston and Eason keep the selection small to create exclusivity and once a shoe is sold, it doesn’t go up on the site again.
There’s also a selection of accessories including jewelry by Kenneth Jay Lane and handbags by Isabella Fiore.
Take a look at the site and let us know what you think.
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The Jeans Thing
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Truejeans.com
Kasil Jeans, Tribeca, $213 are allegedly my best fitting jeans.
In the never-ending search for the perfect pair of jeans, I’ve visited yet another website that promises to get you in the right denim for your body.
Truejeans.com uses your measurements (yes, you have to do some work) and style preferences to match you with the perfect pair of denim jeans (including premium brands).
The site, for men and women, also tells you what size you need and whether you need to have the jeans hemmed.
See what you think, then take your mildly worn old jeans to Sandpiper’s annual denim swap for 10 percent off a new pair. Swap ends on Saturday…
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Write Now
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The Letter Movement collection, Bluorchid by Naked Eye Image, $12 for six cards and envelopes
The last time I wrote a handwritten thank-you note was the last time I applied for a job (this one!).
Sharon Paskoff, author of “Easy Eloquence: Sample Thank You Notes and Sympathy Cards for Every Occasion,” (Random House Reference, $12.95) warns not to underestimate the impact of a handwritten note.
It’s ok to be somewhat informal, she says, but a nice piece of personalized stationery is imperative.
Two great choices are The Letter Movement collection by Atlantan Amber Renee. The simple, but elegant cards put a new spin on common abbreviations. While Design-her Gals lets you create a character to put on note cards, T-shirts and more.
Where do you shop for your favorite stationery?
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Simpson’s Secret
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Vestiny Apparel Inc
Jessica Simpson has partnered with a Canadian manufacturing house to produce a line of “intimates.”
Vestiny Apparel and Jess will produce a full line of lingerie inspired by her lifestyle. The line launches in the Fall. Let’s hope it does better than her ill-fated foray into clothing and shoes. Simpson caught some criticism for not properly promoting the stuff bearing her name.
Of course, this time she’s playing it safe. We’ll never know if she’s wearing her own underthings or not.
What to you think of Simpson making unmentionables?
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Another Flagship
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Apparently Atlanta is becoming flagship heaven.
In other retail news, Lenox Square announced that American Eagle will unveil a 6,000 square foot flagship store this summer.
Other store expansions will occur at Sephora, The Apple Store, Williams-Sonoma and more.
It’s just another part of the mall overhaul that began with the revamping of the Neiman Marcus wing and includes new retailers such as Miss Sixty, Diesel, Puma and True Religion.
Any thoughts?
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Want to get Bitten?
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Bitten, Sarah Jessica Parker’s much talked about clothing line debuted this weekend at Steve and Barry’s, the store known for college apparel and $15 Starbury One sneakers by Stephon Marbury.
Items in SJP’s line of jackets, dresses, denim, and tops as well as accessories and lingerie are all under $20 and come in sizes 2 to 22. The line has already drawn non-traditional customers to Steve and Barry locations in New York, but despite a big debut on Oprah, it’s also had its share of critics.
Sadly, pictures of the line are in short supply so I don’t have one. Go to the Bitten site for a look.
If you decide can’t resist, you’ll have to take an hour-long drive to Perimeter Square in Athens (site of the closest Steve and Barry’s) at 10 Huntington Rd (706) 543-8119.
Anyone willing to drive an hour for SJP’s designer debut?
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Kohl’s Coming
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www.kohls.com
Daisy Fuentes has a line of clothing and accessories exclusive to Kohl's.
It looks like Kohl’s department store will be filling the space vacated by the Parisian closings in Mall at Stonecrest and Northlake Mall.
Officials at Kohl’s and representatives of the malls have not confirmed this just yet, but it seems pretty likely.
For anyone who doesn’t know, Kohl’s stocks a selection of name-brand apparel and home goods from Carter’s®, daisy fuentes®, Dockers®, Levi’s®, Lee®, KitchenAid®, Oneida® and more.
What do you think of the Kohl’s taking the place of Parisian at the two malls?
Temperley at Target
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Alice Temperley dress from the Fall 2007 collection
Alice Temperley is next on deck for the Go International program at Target (after Patrick Robinson).
Temperley, a former child model, is a London-based designer who first built her reputation on pretty dresses. Her designs caught the attention of celebrities such as Scarlett Johansson and Jennifer Lopez who’ve made high-profile appearances in the frocks.
What do you think of Temperley coming to Target? Is anyone over the revolving roster of discounted designers or is there a designer you can’t wait for Target to sign on?
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Big Belk
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By now you’ve probably heard about Parisian stores being purchased by Belk, Inc.
In September, Parisian stores will either be closed or converted to Belk. There are already 30 to 60 percent off sales underway at the closing Parisian stores including Northlake Mall in Atlanta and Stonecrest in Lithonia.
In September, look for new Belk stores at Northpoint Mall and the grand-opening of the Phipps Plaza location as one of four flagship stores.
That means good-bye Parisian Signature, hello Choices (Belk’s signature brand for women). Belk plans to keep customers in the know about brands, policies, etc. with weekly online updates.
What do you think about the change? Are you sad to see Parisian go?
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