Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Three vintage trunk shows set for this week (Updated!)
Jane Pope and Balboa add jewelry to the mix
Posted by Marina Fleming on Wed, Nov 4, 2009 at 10:39 AM
Fashion-lovin' folks have not one, but three vintage trunk shows to choose from this week.
On Wednesday, Library: Archives of Fashion, Jane Pope Jewelry, and Balboa Jewelry are hosting a trunk show at 105-B Rutledge Ave., at the corner or Rutledge and Bull streets. In addition to one-of-a-kind finds, there will be yummy bites from Elizabeth Allen to munch on while you browse. In anticipation of the coming holiday season, the show will also feature a special gift wrap station.
Then on Friday and Saturday, local fashion maven Lori Wyatt is set to host another vintage trunk show from 5-10 p.m. at the Real Estate Studio (214 King St.) In addition to perusing a variety of '50s and '60s vintage wear, attendees can sip on champagne at the cocktail reception.
We also just got word of a trunk show going on at Pearl today through Saturday (Nov. 5-7). You'll find vintage jewelry from the Carole Tanenbaum vintage collection, as well as the Megan Park 2010 spring/summer collection. Call (843) 654-1014 for more info.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Gordana Gehlhausen's store says 'auf wiedersehen' to Charleston
Goga announces closing this month
Posted by Caroline Eubanks on Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 3:00 PM
Goga, Project Runway contestant Gordana Gehlhausen's King Street store, is closing. Manager Ruggie Ridgeway cites the downturn of the economy and Gehlhausen's focus on her flagship San Diego store as reasons for the shuttering. Before the rumor mill starts spinning, Ridgeway wanted to state that the closing has nothing to do with the Project Runway results.
Bad news for King Street, however, is good news for local fashionistas. All clothing items will be 50 percent off and the store is selling everything down to the mannequins. Hurry to Goga while the deals last. The store is located at 377 King Street just below Calhoun. Call (843) 722-3774 for more info.
Monday, October 26, 2009
CFW seeking models who can rock it
Deadline Fri. Oct. 30
Posted by Marina Fleming on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:00 AM
In addition to the Emerging Designer Competition: Southeast, Charleston Fashion Week is accepting applications for the "Rock the Runway" Model Competition 2010. Rock the Runway will take place throughout CFW, March 16-20, 2010 and hopes to find aspiring, undiscovered talent. Semifinalists and finalists selected from a series of model casting calls in 2009 will eventually walk on March 18 for a panel of judges including Modelscout Inc. owner and former Ford model Ward Cottrell. The 10 competing finalists will be judged on walk, appearance, and personality. After the final walk on March 18, one model will walk away with the grand prize, including an all-expenses-paid photo shoot in Charleston magazine or other Gulfstream publication, a two-night trip trip to Las Vegas plus airfare, and a $1,000 cash prize. All applications for the 2010 "Rock the Runway" Model Competition are due by 11 p.m. (EST) on Fri., Oct. 30.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Four-day fashion frenzy kicks off Thursday
Vintage, saris, free makeovers, and more
Posted by Erica Jackson on Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 4:00 AM
This week shoppers have their pick of events to get ready for fall. Choose your favorite, or attend them all.
Thurs. Oct. 22, Cavortress debuts with a vintage showcase at 179 Wentworth Street from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Designer Julie Wheat, known around town for her cute handbags, has curated a collection of vintage clothes and accessories from around the world for nearly 20 years. Expect prices to stay in the $10-$100 range for items like sequined tops, dresses, belts, and leather goods.
Avondale’s Pink Party is also Thursday night from 6-9 p.m. The boutiques and restaurants in the area will be offering drinks and hors d’oeuvres plus sales, with a large portion of the night’s profits going to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
If you go to K. Morgan between Thursday and Saturday, you can draw a discount to receive 10-40 percent off your entire purchase. This excludes sale items.
Elysium hosts “Get Styled,” a hair, makeup, and wine party, Fri. Oct. 23 from 6-9 p.m. This free event features hair and makeup demo’s from Elysium’s stylists to teach you beautifying techniques. Fifteen percent of all product sales will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Call (843) 937-0700 for more details.
Gwynn’s is hosting a Wolford Trunk Show Oct. 23 and 24. Wolford is an Austrian company that specializes in hosiery and lingerie.
On Sat. Oct. 24, head to Berlin’s for Women to pick out a sari to wear to Pet Helpers’ Fur Ball, which has a Bollywood theme this year. Indian style guru Parveen Kandola will be in-house helping shoppers choose their saris.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Wink celebrates first year by giving to Camp Happy Days
Happy birthday to Wink
Posted by Erica Jackson on Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 4:00 AM
Wink, one of our favorite little boutiques in the Avondale community (and in Charleston, for that matter), is celebrating its one year anniversary this Thurs. Oct. 15 from 6-8:30 p.m. Like any good party, this one will include good sales, beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. But here’s the impressive part: all profits from the evening will be donated to Camp Happy Days. Owner Errica Watkins has close ties to the organization, as both of her children have battled cancer. “Celebrate life and health and share your kindness and love for a truly worthy cause,” Errica says. Call (843) 225-0301 for more info.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Seeking Indigo shakes up Upper King
Includes retail space, a wellness center, pilates center, and cafe
Posted by Marina Fleming on Sun, Oct 11, 2009 at 4:00 AM
Upper King Street’s eclectic factor will go up quite a bit with next week’s opening of Seeking Indigo in the old Putumayo space at 445 King. Kathryn Peters, Blake Kingsbury, and Misty Dahl have created an Eastern-Western philosophy-style super-store that incorporates a retail space, a wellness center, pilates center, and cafe.
The mind-body-spirit idea sprang from the owners’ travels in Indonesia, India, Morocco, Peru, the Pacific Islands, and more. They bring these countries' cultures to King Street with an uplifting lifestyle and holistic wellness approach to shopping.
Not only will fashionistas be satisfied, with designers offering bamboo yoga clothing, couture Indigo dyed tunics and scarves, goddess-inspired gowns, and Bohemian style resort wear, but so will others looking to better their bodies. Seeking Indigo features the Loft Pilates Center, a hyperbonic oxygen chamber, massages, and a “grab and go” cafe featuring raw and organic foods and juices from Sprout.
Other novel options for sale are vintage Vespas, "root art" from Bali, contemporary Eastern handicraft furniture, and Putumayo world music, all in one place.
The store’s grand opening is during the Upper King Design Walk Thurs. Oct. 15, 6-8 p.m. Mayor Joe Riley will kick off the walk with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the store.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Whispers on Wentworth celebrates 30 years
Posted by Caroline Eubanks on Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 4:00 AM
Whispers on Wentworth salon and bridal boutique celebrates 30 years in business on Oct. 9 with a grand re-opening. The salon recently started offering massage, facials, and full body waxing. The salon’s owner Lynn Huneycutt has won City Paper's Best of Charleston award for Best Hairstylist for the past five years. The grand re-opening will begin at 5 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony by Mayor Joe Riley and will be followed by a champagne reception. Complimentary chair massages, makeup lessons, special giveaways, door prizes, and hors d’oeuvres are on the menu for the day. The event is free, but a percentage of donations will go to the Susan G. Komen foundation for breast cancer awareness.
Monday, October 5, 2009
King Street Style: Designer edition
Julie Wheat looks unruffled at Dockside Fashion Show
Posted by Erica Jackson on Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 1:33 PM
Saturday's Dockside Fashion Show brought out plenty of stylish people, but local designer Julie Wheat stood out in her ruffly purple frock.
Dress: Sarah Maxwell
Snakeskin belt: Cavortress (Wheat's new line)
Don't forget to check out clothes from Dockside (including Wheat's accessories) at the trunk show at Shine Wed. Oct. 7!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Celebrate The September Issue with a fashionista's night out
En Vogue
Posted by Caroline Eubanks on Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 3:00 PM
The highly-anticipated Vogue documentary The September Issue debuts at Cinebarre and the Terrace Theater Friday night. The film, which follows the “the devil in Prada” editor Anna Wintour preparing for the magazine’s gargantuan September issue, is a must-see for fashion lovers.
In celebration of the film, Cinebarre and Stella Nova are throwing a “Girls’ Night Out,” which will feature hair and makeup stylists to make sure attendees look their most glamorous before watching the movie. They'll also be giving away free Stella Nova blowouts and makeup sessions and raffling off a copy of the September issue of Vogue signed by the magazine’s stylist. The primping starts at 6:30 p.m., so be one of the first 10 people there and receive a free copy of this month’s Vogue.
The Terrace Theater on James Island is also hosting a Champagne Premiere Party, which will feature a fashion show from Charleston stores Eden Boheme, Hampden Clothing, Beba Luxe, II Brunettes, and House of Sage. Guests will sip free champagne and the first few guests are eligible for VIP seating and tickets to Charleston Fashion Week. Charleston magazine style editor Ayoka Lucas will host the event and come dressed to the nines and you could be featured on the Charleston Street Style Video Blog. The first party before the 7:30 movie will start at 6:45 p.m., while the second party is at 8:30 before the 9:20 show.
Check out the film's trailer:
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Feed your fall fashion fever
Local stores hosting bevy of shopping events
Posted by Erica Jackson on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 2:00 PM
Fall has officially arrived, and even though it's still 80 degrees, now you don't have to feel so guilty shopping for boots, blazers, and other cozy goodness. Lucky for you, local businesses are also getting in on the seasonal excitement. Here’s a line-up of some events — most of them free — coming up over the next few days.
Wednesday, head to Belk in the Mt. Pleasant Towne Center for a Girl’s Night Out. Preview the latest fall trends at a fashion show, learn new makeup techniques, and enjoy chocolate refreshments, music, discounts and more. (5-8:30 p.m.)
Thursday, Pearl hosts their Opening Soiree, with music from Quentin Baxter and Gradual Lean, food from Langdon’s, and drinks from Muse. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Pet Helpers. (7 p.m.) Thursday night is also Lula Kate’s Soiree hosted by Southern Protocol. All merchandise will be 10 percent off, and cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. (6-8 p.m.)
On Saturday morning, head to the parking lot by the Hampton Park Dog Park to bargain hunt at the Wagener Terrace Yard Sale. (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) Stop by Mac & Murphy in the afternoon for the Candy Shop Vintage Trunk Show. (pictured, 1-5 p.m.) Jasmine Porch at the Sanctuary hosts the Fall Fashion with Flair Luncheon from 12-2 p.m. Local stores like Eden Boheme, Cose Belle, Felice Designs, and more will have their fall wares on view, and you’ll enjoy a three-course menu with champagne ($45). Later that night, Article 5 Salon and Boutique on King Street hosts their grand opening with food and drinks. (6-9 p.m.)
Throughout the weekend, stop by the Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre for deals at the Weekend Sidewalk Sale. Also find some deals at Suite Sole, which is closing Sept. 29. (R.I.P.)
The fashion madness continues next week — Keep your eye out for the Fashion 4 Paws show on Shem Creek Oct. 1, the Dockside Fashion Show Oct. 3, the Whispers on Wentworth grand re-opening Oct. 9, and the Seeking Indigo Grand Opening Oct. 15. We’ll update you on these events closer to the date.
Suite Sole closing Sept. 29
Stop by through Tuesday for closing sale
Posted by Caroline Eubanks on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Less than a year after the closing of B’zar, sister store Suite Sole announced that it will close its doors Tues. Sept. 29.
Gustavo Serrano, owner of the Spring Street boutique, did not comment on the reasons for closing. If we had to guess, we'd say it's a mixture of the store's off-the-beaten-path location and a lack of clientele for the high-price street style they specialize in.
Suite Sole is having a closing sale, with T-shirts and hats on sale for 50 percent off, shoes for 30-50 percent off, and Mock Couture items 15 percent off. Stop by while the deals last.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Vintage and estate jewelry sale at S.C. Thrift & Resale
Frugalistas will find everything for less than $18
Posted by Erica Jackson on Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 11:32 AM
Monday, September 14, 2009
House of Sage wants you to be eco- and style-conscious
New boutique now open on George Street
Posted by Patrick McGinn on Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 6:05 PM
Sandwiched between Jimmy John's and Caviar & Bananas on George Street, the House of Sage joined the ranks of Charleston's boutiques last week. The boutique features eco-friendly clothes for men and women. But don't get the wrong idea — you won't find any hemp necklaces or hippie skirts here. The selection is super-stylish, with prices ranging from a men's T-shirt for $25 to an evening dress for $220. Chic miscellaneous items like wire bowls and natural wine racks will be featured along with fun accessories from brands like Diana Warner and JJ Winters.
The store is owned and operated by Chris Abagnale, and his goal is to provide a low-pressure environment where you can relax and shop at your own pace. There's even a lounge with a couch and a flat screen TV in the back for all of you non-shoppers.
The official grand opening is scheduled for Oct. 2-4, coinciding not so coincidentally with Parents' Weekend at the College of Charleston. Students who come to the weekend-long event with their parents will receive a discount. Local art and fashion designers are slated to be on sale soon after the store's official opening.
See some of the store's merchandise on their Facebook page, and stay up to date with new arrivals and sales via Twitter. Call (843) 573-7256 or just stop by 51 George Street to check it out. They're open Mon.- Sat., 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun., 12-5 p.m.
Friday, September 11, 2009
AI seeking high schoolers with a passion for fashion
Seniors can win a full-ride design scholarship to Art Institute
Posted by Erica Jackson on Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 4:00 AM
The Art Institute of Charleston recently announced the 2010 Passion for Fashion Competition, open to high school seniors across the country. Winners in two categories — fashion design, and fashion marketing & merchandising and retail management — will receive a full-tuition scholarship to study fashion at one of The Art Institute schools. Winners will also receive a trip to New York City to attend a Fashion Week show, attend a meet & greet at Seventeen Magazine’s offices, receive a $500 shopping spree, and more.
Students will be asked to create an original plan for their category.
To be eligible, students must be a senior in high school, set to graduate in 2010, complete an Entry & Release Form, have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, and write a short essay describing their interest in fashion. Applicants to the fashion design category must submit a finished, originally designed evening wear garment and process book. Marketing applicants must create a product or plan.
Deadline is Nov. 20. A scholarship entry information session will be held on Oct. 24 at the Art Institute of Charleston at 10 a.m. For more information, call (843) 727-3500.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Lindsey Carter "designer to watch" in Women's Wear Daily
Posted by Erica Jackson on Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 12:42 PM
Charleston-based designer Lindsey Carter, a finalist in the 2009 Charleston Fashion Week Emerging Designer Competition, is featured in today’s edition of Women’s Wear Daily. The article is titled “Fresh Takes: New York Designers to Watch,” and talks about her Troubadour line.
Lindsey graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and the Fashion Institute of Technology. She went on to work at J. Crew and Madewell before moving back to the Carolinas. Though the short article makes no mention of it, Lindsey made a strong showing at CFW with her “elegant punk” line, featuring pops of yellow and purple.
“Carter uses a bright, saturated palette on spare, simple silhouettes: easy cocktail dresses and jumpsuits. And though she plans on eventually expanding into separates, the designer is content to keep her collection frock-centric for now,” WWD writer Venessa Lau reports.
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