Today’s Deal of the Day is the Wildfox Couture Leopard Baggy Beach Jumper in Neon Green. The super soft sweatshirt gives off a fluorescent glow with its vibrant shade of electric green. Mix and match this casual top with a fitted skirt and a pair of cutoff shorts. The eye-poping sweatshirt has been worn by celebrities such as Halle Berry, Lindsey Lohan, and Jennifer Lopez.
~Jamie
Today’s Deal of the Day is the Tolani Digital Animal Print Scarf. Steer away from the ordinary with this lightweight printed scarf. Add some pizzazz and luxury by using this stylish accessory. Scarves are the key point to any outfit; they add finishing touches to even the most casual ensembles. Enable this boldly graphic essential to add the perfect accent to your wardrobe.
~Jamie
This weeks Deal of the Weekend is Nightcap Clothing’s Patch V-neck. I have had my eyes on this shirt ever since we got it in. Luckily horizontal stripes are a trend with longevity, so you don’t have to worry about this piece going out of style anytime soon. The thin black stripes are designed so that the shirt doesn’t create an overly busy look. My favorite aspect of this top is that its casual, easy to wear, and goes with just about anything: shorts, pants, a skirt…you name it.
~Jamie
To make a long story short, wait… a short story long – maxi skirts are making a revival. Although I love the mini just as much as the next girl, I am excited about all the possibilities for this new trend. I’ve been seeing a lot of these skirts spiced up with crop tops and baggy tanks. I’m really loving the look for the end of summer. What’s that, the fall is almost here you say? Imagine a slim fitting maxi paired with a chunky sweater, problem solved! Ahhh the potential…
Alaina
Today’s Deal of the Day is Nation ltd’s Jamaica Tank in White and Black. These tanks are the perfect staple for layering. Whenever I need a top for layering, I always go straight to the Jamaica Tank, its light, simple, and super soft. Soak in some rays during the last weeks of summer by pairing this top with shorts and flats, for a casual chic look.
~Jamie
On Monday night, I had the opportunity to visit Anthropologie’s headquarters in Philadelphia’s Navel Yard. I have been to the Urban Inc. complex a few times before, but every time I visit I am even more impressed – it is a truly inspiring environment!
Monday’s event was a special screening of Man Shops the Globe featuring antique buyer Keith Johnson and designer Anna Sui. Both were in attendance and I must admit, I was a bit star struck by Anna Sui – she sat right behind me!
The night started with cocktails and mingling. There was an interesting display of antiques, but in all honesty, the people watching was the best part of the night. Tons of beautiful dresses, interesting tops, but the highlight was definitely shoes! Wedges made from all sorts of materials, great looking pumps in a range of unique colors, drool-worthy shoes left and right – I should have documented.
After cocktails we entered a screening room where we got a sneak peak of Man Shops the Globe, Syria. The show documented Keith and Anna’s shopping quest throughout Syria. The episode explored the process of buying unique items and highlighted the difficulties surrounding production. Between the beautiful visuals, interesting commentary on Syrian culture and hints of humor, I will definitely be checking out the series in its entirety.
After the movie Anna and Keith sat for a Q&A, we all went back out into the main room for more cocktails and some appetizers. All in all it was a great night – there were gift bags too!
Check out Man Shops the Globe on the Sundance Channel and of course a special Thanks to Anthropologie!
Alaina
Today’s Deal of the Day is the Free People Crinkle Racer Tank Dress in Light Blue. This floral frock is suitable for night or day with its great layering capabilities; you can even transition between seasons in this light ensemble. Debut the frilly gold trim at any occasion, add a blazer and boots for a complete fall look.
~Jamie
After spending nearly a week in LA, I have returned to Philadelphia with a new found appreciation for the west coast. I will admit that at first I was a bit skeptical, but maybe that’s just because our hotel was located in Korea town… The trade show was also nothing like what I expected (in a good way though). The LA showrooms are located in three buildings all within a three block radius. You could come and go as you please and no one thought anything of it. In New York, that would be like a stranger walking into your home unannounced. All of the clothing reps were incredibly friendly and welcoming. We picked up a bunch of great new lines, many of which we will have exclusively online, at least for the fall. Although I can’t reveal the names yet, here are a few pics of a couple of the collections…
We finished up our appointments Thursday afternoon and decided we should head to Rodeo Drive and Robertson Blvd to do some “competitive shopping”. Rodeo Drive was exactly how I remembered it; the street was lined with extravagant store fronts, perfect people, and top notch cars. The Prada store front was definitely my favorite. Here is a pic sandwiched by two street shots.
After Rodeo, we went to Robertson Blvd. It was less populated, but the scene was similar. The store fronts were not as pretentious, but the clothing inside was just as impressive. My favorite store was Curve. Known for its selection of “couture” staples and emerging designers, the racks were adorned with some of the most intricate and beautiful pieces of clothing I have ever seen. We also stopped by Kitson, Lisa Kline, Intermix and finished off the day with a cocktail at The Ivy.
After a successful work week, Jennifer, our new senior buyer, departed for NYC on Friday afternoon. It just so happened that at the exact time we dropped her off, we picked up my best friend from back home. He was staying at the W Hollywood. Okay, now this is LA. We had an amazing dinner at the rooftop restaurant, Drai, and decided to call it a night. The next day we rented a car and drove down the coast to Laguna Beach, which was beautiful to say the least. Later that night we decided to drive up to Malibu for dinner. We ventured up this “death cliff” with no guardrails, but the views were absolutely amazing. I headed back late Sunday night. All in all, business mixed with pleasure, it was a wonderful trip. Here are some pics from my weekend excursion:
Today’s Deal of the Day is Patterson J Kincaid’s Maybell Dress. This bold snakeskin print and attached black underlay look great alone or paired with a neutral color pant. My favorite feature of this dress is the thin black studded belt! It really pulls the whole look together.
~Jamie