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This Holiday, I’m Thankful For…

Thursday, November 27th, 2008
Posted in Sales & Events (Los Angeles), Store Adore Blog, Uncategorized
By Lauren Stillman

There’s more than just sweet potatoes and stuffing to be thankful for this holiday. Some of Store Adore’s favorite shopping spots have already kicked off the season with can’t miss sales on must-have merchandise.

Shrine to all things luxe, Net-A-Porter is currently offering 50% many of its fab finds. In the perfect shade of neutral nude, I’ll be strutting in these Christian Louboutin stilettos (originally $965, now $579) long into spring.

E-commerce fave Shopbop.com has thousands of great items on sale including this one shoulder dress by ADAM (originally $495, now $247.50). With an easy draped silhouette and elegant hand-gathered rusching at the shoulder, its forgiving shape makes it the perfect dress for New Year’s Eve – you won’t feel self-conscious after a few glasses of bubbly. Shopbop customers can take advantage of an extra special offer through the weekend, earning $50 off when spending more than $250, $100 off when spending more than $500, $250 off when spending more than $1000 and $500 off when spending more than $1500 (enter THANKS2U upon check-out).

Revolve Clothing has launched it’s biggest sale ever with upwards of 9,000 items available for more than 50% off. I’ll be doing my best Blair Waldorf come December in this hunter green chiffon dress by Julie Haus (originally $315, now $221).

Robertson’s Diavolina is the perfect place for stocking up on the season’s hottest clothes and accessories. This week, fashion-followers can stock up on lustworthy items at 50% off, including this Mike & Chris leather jacket (originally $828, now $414). The buttery soft crinkled leather jacket stylishly straddles the line between Downtown edgy and Uptown chic.

Once the turkey hangover wears off on Friday, run (don’t walk!!) to Arcade, LA’s newly-opened den of glamour, for 50% off fall merchandise. These elegant hand-embroidered bags by Bird (originally $920, reduced to $460, call 323-944-0018) are the perfect way to invest in spring’s key boho tribal trend.

There’s no better time to indulge in life’s little luxuries…

New Exclusive Deal: Store Adore Shoppers Save 20% on Everything at Black Label Boutique (Online)

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Posted in Exclusive Discounts, Store Adore Blog
By LaurenP

Announcing the latest Store Adore deal: 20 percent off any purchase at Black Label Boutique.

The epitome of effortless chic is California style: the laid back, but always together look that is sprawled across todays glossies. E-shop Black Label Boutique embraces the casual side of Cali fashion and makes it available to everyone with a collection of hoodies and dresses, biker jackets, boots and accessories from boutique labels we’ve come to associate with the West Coast. For a look that is relaxed, but never sloppy, and casual, but never dull, Black Label Boutique supplies all the Cali-cool necessities, now at 20 percent off!

Fun, flirty, and fuss-free, this Ombre Tube Dress from Sky (regularly $189, Store Adore Price $151.20) is the proof of the provocative power of a seductive silhouette. Cut to graze all the right places, splashes of yellow and grey make this piece scream “playful” not “prowling”.

The true California girl can’t escape her hippie roots, and the “One of a Kind” Gold Peace Necklace (regularly $165, Store Adore Price $132) is the perfect way to add a dash of counter culture couture to your wardrobe. The sparkling gold pendant against the more earthy leather braid is a true balance of rugged and refined.

Our Latest Obsessions: Hooded Sweater Wrap

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Posted in Our Latest Obsessions, Store Adore Blog, Uncategorized
By Molly Each

Admittedly, all these sales are testing my self-discipline in major ways (especially before the holidays). But I do enjoy the rush of passing sign after sign advertising SALE or 50% OFF as I walk down my favorite boutique-laden streets. With family rolling in for Thanksgiving, I hardly have time to scour the sales at my top shopping spots, which means I’m power shopping my favorite stops online. Thank you, internet.

Naturally, my first online stop was SHE boutique because, well, it’s always my first stop, whether I’m headed to a wedding, an interview, or I just need a little something to lift the spirits. I love their clean aesthetic and their classic clothes with a modern twist. In poring over goods from Jill Stuart, Use/Unused, YaYa, Jodi Arnold and Thayer, I discovered my new winter obsession:

Image courtesy of SHE boutique\'s website

This hooded wrap, by Society for Rational Dress, is going to become my new winter uniform. It’s cozy yet polished and works on it’s own over a tee or offers personality to other cold weather gear, like a dressy wool coat. I plan on living in this all winter.

But the best part of my discovery? It seems SHE is giving their adoring fans something extra to be thankful for. See, when the website asks you for a coupon or code, simply type in SHEsavesnov for an extra 30% off! Which means that I’ll score this $315 coat for only $220.50. Yup, I’m thankful for SHE.

But this isn’t the time to procrastinate: visit the SHE website immediately! The sale runs only until the end of November.

In the Black: DC’s Best Black Friday Deals

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Posted in Sales & Events (Washington, DC), Seasonal Features, Store Adore Blog, Uncategorized
By McLean Robbins

It’s supposed to be the biggest shopping day of the year, and judging by the percentage of merchandise already on sale at Tysons Corner this weekend, we’re in for a terrific Black Friday. Want to know which boutiques are going to be your best best? Here’s our listing of DC’s best Black Friday deals … some are outright steals!

(Don’t forget: all clothing and almost all accessories in DC proper are tax free from Black Friday through December 6th at midnight!)

HIT THESE STORES EARLY, AS THE DEALS ARE BEST ON FRIDAY

Urban Chic
Early bird gets the best deal. Score 50% off 9 - 10 AM, 40% off from 10 - 1, and 30% off the rest of the weekend. Available at all locations and at their Bethesda Row neighbor Ginger as well.

(The backless TIBI shift, shown, is regularly $285, and could be yours for only $142.50 if you get to Urban Chic before 10!)

Lettie Gooch
10% off your entire purchase, plus complimentary mimosas and gift wrap from 10 am - 2 pm. Draw from the “Turkey Bowl” to win up to 20% off your entire purchase.

Go Mama Go
10% off all day, 20% off before noon if you shop in PJs (FRIDAY ONLY)

SHOP ALL WEEKEND LONG

Little Shoe Box
30% off the whole store.

(These sweet pumps are regularly $420, but yours for only $296 this weekend at Little Shoe Box.)

Harriet Kassman
50% off select sample sizes all weekend long.

Hysteria
30% of all non-sale merchandise, additional 10% off all sale through Sunday.

Wink
In addition to 20% off (which StoreAdore members already save on a regular basis), there’s a Haeli Staar trunk show on Saturday and Sunday.

Sassanova
Up to 40% off all shoes and bags

Sangaree
30% off most merchandise

Terra
Up to 75% off select merchandise

THESE DEALS ARE GOOD FOR FRIDAY ONLY

PULP
10% off all holiday cards

Moojoo Ken
30% off, free gift with purchase. (Save up to 25% off by mentioning StoreAdore all the time!)

(Knitted wire earrings, regularly $80, are only $56 at Moojoo Ken)

Home Rule
10% off all purchases

Caramel
Up to 50% off all day

DEKKA
10% off all day.


Our (One and Only) Modeling Gig. See us on Ravinstyle

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Posted in News & Announcements, Store Adore Blog, Store Adore Spotlight, Uncategorized
By Store Adore

We’ve always loved Ravinstyle, the interactive boutique featuring the profiles of stylish women from the real world (mostly models and fashion editors), who inspire shoppers by modeling outfits pulled from the site’s stash of independent designers. These days, we really love Ravinstyle, since the Ravinstyle team not only selected us to appear in their upcoming campaign (we’re not worthy!) but they also made us feel like superstars throughout. (What could be better than a “work day” spent getting your hair and makeup done, pulling together your dream outfit, and striking a pose?)

Ravinstyle’s M.O. is to ask its “models” to select clothing that reflects their own personal sense of style. While Meredith favors the muted classics paired with of-the-moment accessories, Cristina’s closet is all business, with an added dash of sass. Check out the feature on Meredith and Cristina, and browse for the items Store Adore’s two leading ladies loved so much. (Meredith’s already been seen wearing the Plume Feather Headband around the office.)

PS. Don’t forget that you can save $25 on a $100 purchase at Ravinstyle. Just enter “StoreAdore” at checkout. Click here for details.

Click here to view the full-size image.

The temperature in New York—where Store Adore offices grace the Madison Avenue sidewalk—has gone from “oh, winter is here” chilly, to “good God am I in the Arctic!?” frigid over the past few days. We need gloves! The Echo Bow Gloves (regularly $125, Store Adore price $100) that Cristina sported are elegant in a classic black leather, or with a swanky metallic twist. Both color options are adorned with an eye-catching bow detail, and the leather is treated with aloe that moisturizes you hands with every wear!

Cristina is known in the office for her fascinating scarves. Yes, the woman grew up with a super-stylish female force in the form of her mom, Rosalia, but that doesn’t mean the rest of us should have to live without the stunning color and pattern influences that go into Ms. Miller’s everyday ensemble! It’s no surprise to us that Cristina singled out this gorgeous and interesting Tolani Scarf ($85), or that the whole office snatched it up the second she did. Rich with color and an enticing zig-zag print, this single item will had a whole lot of pop to your winter blacks and browns.

We all know that great minds think alike, so naturally if those two minds both have flawless taste they will shop alike as well. The Cammie Hill Croc Day Tote caught two sets of eyes when our co-founders browsed the Ravinstyle stock. This one roomy tote carries as much as you dare to pack without looking duffle-ish or dowdy. The drool-worthy cherry red crocodile stamped leather doesn’t hurt either.

Click Here to read the whole article and view more of Meredith and Cristina’s Ravinstyle favorites!

Holiday Gift Guide Site of the Day: Mastihashop (Free Gift with Purchase)

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
Posted in Store Adore Blog
By Alison D

Store Adore shoppers receive a free Turkish Delight with every Mastihashop purchase of $10 or more and a free pack of Mastiha Gum with any $20 purchase. (Mention “Store Adore” at checkout for your free gift.)

Ever wondered why the people of Greece seem so joyful? Perhaps it’s the ouzo or perhaps it’s Mastiha—an aromatic tree resin grown only on the Greek island of Chios and known for its healing properties such as aiding digestion, clearing the skin and freshening breath. Already a popular chain abroad, Manhattan-based Mastihashop offers a range of products from lip treatments to chocolates to soaps featuring the magical ingredient. This Mastiha Olive Oil Soap makes a great stocking stuffer, and all Store Adore shoppers walk away with a free chocolate covered Turkish delight ($1 value) with every $10 purchase.

Click here to visit the Mastihashop website.

Click here to browse more gifts for the Globetrotter.

Click here to browse the Store Adore Holiday Gift Guide.

Black Friday Sales Around the Country (And Through the Weekend)

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008
Posted in Sales & Events (Boston), Sales & Events (Chicago), Sales & Events (Los Angeles), Sales & Events (New York), Sales & Events (Philadelphia), Store Adore Blog, Uncategorized
By Store Adore

Elbows are furiously thrown; people are knocked to the ground by a herd of charging bodies; children can be heard crying in the distant background. No, this is not a battle scene from Apocalypse Now; it is Black Friday and for true shoppers it’s war! If you think your local department store is the place to be on this post-turkey shopping celebration, then you missed these huge Black Friday sale announcements taking place across the country. How can you thank us for this master list of shopping euphoria? Let’s just say that when we are both tugging at the same half-its-price cashmere sweater this weekend, we will be expecting you to take your claws off that sleeve.

Check out our list of Black Friday sales around the country. Many continue through next week. We’ll be adding to it regularly.

NEW YORK:

Shop

At Shop on the Lower East Side, all clothing is 40 to 75 percent off and boots, bags and jewelry are 20 percent off. Find lines like Splended, Velvet and Inhabit cashmere, plus a big selection of gifts for under $50.

I HEART

At I HEART in Nolita, find markdowns on almost everything, including Isabel Marant (save 25% on the entire line), Lover, Rachel Comey, Emma Cook and more

Plum and Pear

At sister clothing and shoe storesPlum and Pear, save 30 to 50 percent on all clothing and shoes. There’s also a big selection available on sale on the e-shop. These stores may be tiny, but the savings are huge.

BROOKLYN:

The Clay Pot

At Park Slope-based jewelry The Clay Pot, save 15 percent on any purchase over $100 (either online or in-store) through December 15th. Just bring a copy of this page or use code “15by15″ online. Find beloved and familiar lines like Becky Kelso, Alexis Bittar, and Jeanine Payer.

BOSTON AREA:

Lekker Home

At chic Scandinavian home store Lekker Home in the South End, Black Friday is Orange Friday. Save 15 to 50 percent on everything in store and 10% online using code “orange08.”

The Studio

This Boston wonderland of jewelry and accessories is slashing prices for one weekend only, and while we believe in the spirit of giving, it will be impossible to leave The Studio without a trinket for yours truly. This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, stop by The Studio and take 10 percent off of Prairie Underground Hoodies, 20 percent off Foley and Corinna items, 30 percent off Sublet and Re:Sound NY dresses, 20 percent off Jonesy’s Jewels, and many more style steals! The Studio hasn’t forgotten all of you shoppers who are far from Beantown this season- this North Shore gem has a slew of Cyber Monday specials as well!

Lekker Home

At the South End’s chic Scandinavian home store Lekker Home, Black Friday is Orange Friday.

Queen Bee

The discounts at this Boston prep-proprietor are getting better by the day! Everything is now 50-70% off! Swing by this Newbury Street classic or shop online and receive free ground shipping when you snag Alice + Oliva, Dolce Vita, LaRok, and many more of your favorite names for a fraction of the original price.

PHILADELPHIA:

Third Street Habit

Known for the relaxed vibe, and a collection of merch perfect for a lazy Sunday in, Third Street Habit manages to thrown in a few show stopping numbers and work-appropriate pieces too. As if the blend of on-my-couch and out-on-the-town wasn’t fantastic enough, now this store’s fabulous Fall items are 40-50 percent off! Hurry in from November 26th to the 30th (closed on Thanksgiving) for a changing season charge to your wardrobe.

Topstitch

Topstitch in Old City is open ’til 10pm with a major sale on jewelry, select vintage and baby clothing. There will be complimentary beverages all day long.

Sugarcube

At Sugarcube, save 25% on everything on Thanksgiving Day until 3pm, and 25% on everything on Friday from 10am to 7pm. The offer excludes jewelry and accessories.

CHICAGO:

Strut

At Strut in Wicker Park, take 30 percent of all full-priced merchandise from 8am to 3pm. From 3pm through Sunday at 7, take 20 percent off everything, including rock n roll style boots, tees, and coats.

LOS ANGELES

Tres Jolie

Tres Jolie in Beverly Hills is offering 30 percent off everything through Saturday. Shop at the store or enter “jolie” online for your discount on beautiful jewelry and accessories you won’t find elsewhere.

WASHINGTON, DC

Dekka

From 9am to 9pm at Dekka on U Street, find great deals (up to 50 percent off) on jewelry, clothing, artwork and accessories made primarily by local designers. Te and cookies will be served in the morning, and margaritas will be on tap through the afternoon. On Sunday, the fun continues with a Sunday Triple Players event featuring three designers whose work will be on sale for 20 percent off.

ONLINE

Kep Designs

Preppy jewelry line Kep Designs is offering 20 percent off online through Monday, December 1st. Enter “Turkey2008″ at checkout and save on bangles and oversized baubles galore.

Hayden Harnett

At Hayden Harnett’s Thankful Sale, find prices reduced from 30 to 70 percent through Monday. Throughout the day, certain items will be reduced even further for just a few hours. This mini clutch is reduced to $66 from $220 and comes in a bunch of sweet colors. Plus, enter code “STOREADORE1″ at checkout for free shipping on orders over $100.

As Seen in PARADE Magazine: Discounts on Featured Sites

Monday, November 24th, 2008
Posted in Exclusive Discounts, News & Announcements, Store Adore Blog, Uncategorized
By Store Adore

Saw us in Parade Magazine?

See details (and get big discounts) on the sites featured.

Click below to read the article.

With Thanksgiving almost here, now’s the time to get a jump on your holiday shopping. See Store Adore’s favorite website for chic but cheap gifts?

For high fashion on a low budget, All The Rage Online offers baubles and bags to satisfy any stylista. Many items are less than $15. Enter StoreAdore at checkout to save 20 percent on purchases of $50 or more. Click here for details.

Knock Knock paper goods are presents with personality for people with a sense of humor.

Wishingfish is another good source for quirky yet thoughtful gifts. We love these Lego iPod (regularly $20) speakers for the young-at-heart mustic lover. Enter “storeadore” at checkout to save 20 percent on a purchase of $40 or more. Click here for details.

Elsewares is a virtual green market of goods from companies that focus on healthy labor practices and environmental sustainability. With items like these drinking glasses made from recycled bottles (regularly $34 for a set of 4, Store Adore price $27.20), and organic cotton onesies, there’s something here for everyone on your list. Enter “storeadore” at checkout to save 20 percent on your purchase. Click here for details.

ModCloth stocks affordable, where did you get that accessories and clothing.

Etsy is an artsy, online marketplace with goods from more than 100,000 registered crafters.

And at day-lab, you’ll find a treasure trove of unique knickknacks.

Holiday Gift Guide Site of the Day: Bare Necessities (10% off Select Items)

Monday, November 24th, 2008
Posted in Exclusive Discounts, Store Adore Blog, Uncategorized
By Alison D

Store Adore shoppers save 10 percent on select items at Bare Necessities. (Click here to browse the selection. Your discount will be automatically calculated at checkout.)

When we take a minute before the mirror, we sometimes see faults before fabulousness. Bare Necessities wants to change the way we look at ourselves—starting from the inside out. The contemporary lingerie super-shop supports and celebrates every body on earth with a staggering selection of underthings—each one finely edited for quality, beauty ad fit. Bras are a staple of any diva’s wardrobe—indeed, as important as any visible focal piece—and every glamazon needs to feel fabulous inside and out. Thank Felina for the gorgeous black lace Harlow Full-Busted Demi Bra (regularly $32, Store Adore price $28), which with its balconet cut and detailed straps, boasts all the drama of its name.

We Also Adore: Vanity Fair’s original skin underwire bra (regularly $34, sale price $27.20, Store Adore price $24.48) combines comfort and sex appeal.

Store Interview: Green and Blue (Washington, DC)

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008
Posted in Shop Talk, Store Adore Blog, Store Adore Spotlight
By Alison D

Here at Store Adore we pride ourselves on all things fashion. But when I’m leaving the office and heading to happy hour, the last thing I want is to look like I was sitting in a cubicle all day (cause I wasn’t!). Green and Blue brings a touch of boutique chic to the otherwise offbeat café and bookstore-lined Dupont Circle neighborhood in Washington DC. This tiny treasure stocks upbeat, work-appropriate classics that are great for layering on or trading out once the clock hits 6. In addition to the well-known brands, the shop also sells an ever-growing collection of co-owner Daniela Cermanova’s custom-made wearable designs sold under the house-exclusive label, Ela Ela Couture. Cermanova and her partner, Michaela Schwartz, stock the minimalist space with an equally streamlined inventory of go-with-everything colors on less than a dozen racks. How does Green and Blue maintain a small selection but a big following? Daniela tells us in this week’s Store Interview.

SA: What are your current bestsellers? What items have been flying off the shelves in your store?

G&B: The biggest bestseller this season is definitely Walter Military Style Jacket, which almost sold out few days after we received it.

SA: What trend are you most excited to see this season?

G&B: This season we are most excited about long sweater cardigans.

One we like the best is this Cynthia Steffe Cream Chunky Cardi.

SA: What trends are you happy to see go?

G&B: We are definitely happy to finally see baby doll dresses go, and excited to see waistlines and more refined shapes come back.

SA: If you could only chose three words to embody your store, what would it be?


G&B:
Chic, classic, unique.

SA: How would you describe your core customer?

G&B:
Our typical customer is a professional women in her thirties, who wants classic outfits but with a twist of style. She’s the kind of woman that can go seamlessly from office to happy hour or cocktail party.

SA: Your pride yourself on a small, intimately set store, what sets you apart from other bigger boutiques?

G&B: Next to selling other designers, we also design and make custom clothing and custom jewelry and offer our customers free alterations on items bought in our store.

SA: What are your favorite items that you offer?


G&B: One of a kind custom made bracelets, like this one.

SA: These days, everyone (even the most high end shopper) is looking for a deal. What is an example of something of great value that a shopper can find at your store?

G&B: Our handmade ELA ELA earrings cost only $24, but are made with sterling silver and high quality gem stones and Swarovski crystals.