Thursday, January 29, 2009

Best Dressed

Posted by Erica Jackson on Thu, Jan 29, 2009 at 3:52 PM

We ladies in the City Paper office are a little obsessed with Forever 21. We place mass orders of their super-cheap dresses, tops, and accessories, and squeals of delight ring through the office when the big box arrives. The clothes might not last forever, and they're not the highest quality, but for affordable, of-the-moment fashions, it's a great source. And while I'm sad we don't have a store in Charleston, I'm glad that not everyone's wearing the same thing as me. That said, I had to share a link to this dress I bought in the fall. It quickly sold out but it's online again. I've gotten more compliments on this dress that any other. And it's only $22. You have my permission to copy me.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

New Consignment Shops: UPDATE

Posted by Erica Jackson on Wed, Jan 28, 2009 at 2:09 PM

Frugalista alert! We've noticed several consignment shops opening around town — perfect for the shopper who likes quality, and sometimes designer, clothes and accessories but can't or won't pay full price. It's also good for anyone with clothes to get rid of — bring 'em in and get some cash for them. We have yet to check out any of the shops, but we're planning a frugaspree this weekend.

Sunny's Consignments is located in the Shoppes at Seaside Farms in Mt. Pleasant, near Target. They offer clothing and accessories, furniture, gifts and more. Call them at (843) 856-6962 for more info.

Butterfly Women's Consignment Boutique, also in Mt. Pleasant, is a sister store of Victoria's Consignments. Their grand opening is on Saturday, Jan. 31, featuring giveaways and champagne. They specialize in designer labels with names like BCBG, Diesel, Gucci, Badgley Mischka, Tory Burch, Max Mara, and many more.

UPDATE: Classifieds account exec and bargain shopper extraordinaire Shelby Tamres tipped us off to South Carolina Thrift and Resale, which recently opened at 17N and Mathis Ferry Road in Mt. P. This philanthropically-minded thrift store will in part benefit the Center for Women. They're now accepting all kinds of donations. Call (843) 530-5569 for more info.

UPDATE II: Consign Charleston is another new shop in West Ashley, at 1119 Wappoo Road, in the Ashley Oaks Shopping Plaza. They're having their first open house sale on Sat. Feb. 21 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Everything in the store will be on sale. Their # is (843) 225-9055.

Know of any others? Please share!

Monday, January 26, 2009

Sale Alert: Urban Outfitters

Posted by Erica Jackson on Mon, Jan 26, 2009 at 4:43 PM

I didn't intend to spend any money this weekend, but Urban Outfitters had some sales so good I walked out with a huge bag of goodies. Upstairs in the extensive sale section they've got tons of stuff for $9.99 — hard to pass up. Here's what I got for 10 bucks or less:

  • black purse

  • book on sewing skirts and bags, book on screenprinting

  • beaded jewelry box

  • set of 3 heart-shaped mixing bowls

  • BDG V-neck tees

  • cashmere blend socks

Sadly, this is where I cut myself off. Still feeling my bargain shopping high.

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Spring 2009 CSAs Available

Posted by Erica Jackson on Thu, Jan 22, 2009 at 2:04 PM

Say goodbye to weeks-old, travel-worn produce at the grocery store. Here's your chance to buy local, eat healthy, and be lazy all at the same time. Legare Farms has opened up their Community Supported Agriculture program to new members. Sign up and you'll get 15 weeks of fresh-off-the-farm produce delivered to your door — nine weeks in the spring/summer, a mid-summer break, and six weeks in the fall. For $355, you'll receive a half-bushel of a variety of produce every week. That comes out to about $23 a week — not bad if you eat lots of veggies, and awesome if you consider the variety you'll be getting, with some really unique stuff thrown in. The deadline for signing up is Feb. 15, but last year they completely sold out, so we recommend you jump on it! (843) 559-0763.

Another option is Ambrose Family Farm. They offer different options for different family sizes for their approximately 12-week season: $450 for an extra large family (6-8 people), $375 for a large family (4-6), $250 for medium (2-4), and $160 for one person (!). Members pick up their weekly haul at various locations around the Lowcountry. Here's their list of probable crops for the Spring '09 Season:

"Asparagus, Strawberries, Blue Berries, Black Berries, Lettuce (4 to 6 varities), Arugula, Collards, Salad Mixes, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Beets, Carrots, Turnips, Radishes, Spinach, Bok Choi, Tomatoes, Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Cantaloup, Watermelon, Yellow Squash, Zucchini, Patty Pan Squash, Spaghetti Squash, Egg Plant, Snap Beans, Butter Beans, Sweet Green Peas, Okra, Scallion Onions, Pete's Sweet Onions, Garlic, Basil, Cilantro, Dill, Bell Peppers, Jalapeno Peppers, Sweet Corn (NOT ORGANIC), Flowers for cutting. Beans, peas, okra, some fresh cut flowers, and some varities of herbs will be available for Pick Your Own."

It's a great deal, a responsible choice, but recognize that there are risks. If the crop get wiped out by frost or a hurricane, you're screwed along with everyone else. Still, I think it's a good risk to take. Check out City Paper's article on CSAs here.

Bride Alert: VintageGlam Weddings

Posted by Erica Jackson on Thu, Jan 22, 2009 at 10:48 AM

I'm not engaged, but I'm in my mid-20s now, everyone around me is gettin' hitched, and my wedding planning wheels are turning. I haven't gotten to the buying-wedding-mags-stage yet (I'll wait til I get a ring on this finger) but I occasionally check out sites like these, especially because many of the ideas can be used by single girls too. And especially because one of the contributing writers is City Paper freelancer Kinsey Labberton, who now lives in Vermont but will be getting married in Charleston in October. VintageGlam Weddings offers all kinds of DIY wedding ideas, templates for favors and invitations, and vintage style from the 1800s to the 1950s. Check out Kinsey's DIY tin can lantern idea:

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