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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Social Primer takes up shop at Billy Reid
Preppy pop-up lasts through April
Posted by Erica Jackson Curran on Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 4:15 PM
This event got buried in the Fashion Week madness last week, but we wanted to remind you that Billy Reid is hosting a month-long pop-up shop featuring products from men's style and etiquette blog Social Primer.
You'll find made-to-order offerings like monogrammed stationery, cocktail napkins, lamps, and accessories like hats and belts as well as antique books and art.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Superlatives: Charleston Fashion Week Night Three
Posted by Erin Perkins on Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 4:17 PM
Check out a few of our favorite looks from Thursday night's shows.
Best Excuse to Lie Out in Marion Square: Julie Wheat's bikinis. I'm not saying I condone this practice, but if you wanted everyone to see your great new Cavortress suit, there isn't a more public venue.
Best Brian Lichtenberg Impersonation: Sasha Gil. You may not know L.A. designer Lichtenberg, but you know his clients M.I.A. and Santogold. Yeah, you see it now in this Sasha Gil piece.
Best Use of Midriff (non-swimwear division): Michael Wiernicki. Even I'd do a few extra sit-ups to be able to wear this Michael Wiernicki look. The proportions are perfect.
Best Reason to Stand at the Intersection of King and Calhoun: It's the windiest spot in Charleston and you'll want everyone to see the baby blue layers underneath this Hunter Dixon dress when a big gust comes along.
Best Reason to Buy a Ticket to Next Year's Charity Galas: Because you'll need somewhere to wear this stunner from Eleanor Morgan Hoffman.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Superlatives: Charleston Fashion Week Night Two
Posted by Erica Jackson Curran on Thu, Mar 24, 2011 at 1:41 PM
Here are a few standout looks from night two of Charleston Fashion Week.
Best Way to Stay Warm When You're Wearing Miniscule Shorts: Leg warmers, Lindsey Carter/Troubadour. The thighs can just deal with it.
Best Reverse Cleavage: Cody Sai Adler-McAllister. Who says cleavage has to stay up top?
Best Accessory: Horn-rimmed glasses, Mary Labberton/Javalina. Taking nerd glasses to a whole new level.
Best WTF Moment: Attack of the sweater, Stephanie Mejia. Something tells us we'd feel a little chilly in this sweater.
Best Gown that Got Overshadowed by a Hoodie and Nip Slip: Anjelika Krishna. Two words: apparel tape.
What were your favorite looks last night?
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Get gussied up with Go! Fashion
Posted by Erica Jackson Curran on Tue, Mar 15, 2011 at 1:25 PM
- Troubadour
If you're anything like us, you've been stressing over what to wear to Charleston Fashion Week, which is officially one week away. And if you're anything like us, you still have nothing to wear. Cue Go! Fashion, a CFW-sponsored event that lasts through March 20. Local shops are offering discounts and shopping events to customers looking for that special something to complete their outfits — or just a complete outfit.
Hampden Clothing hosts the exclusive kick-off event on Wed. March 16 from 6-8 p.m. There will be a DJ, paparazzi, cocktails, and refreshments. They'll also host in-store pop-up shops throughout the week from Marysia, A.L.C., Rag & Bone, and Helmut Lang.
Biton and House of Sage are hosting nightly cocktail hours with store-wide discounts. Featured designer Lindsey Carter opens her Troubadour studio all week from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. with exclusive deals on her original designs. On Saturday, she joins with Rachel Gordon and Anna Lassiter for a party on the porch at 478 King from 12-7 p.m. Modern Trousseau hosts designer Callie Tein on March 18.
Check out the full list of participants here. Happy spending!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Swap it up at the Tin Roof
Re-Trend hosts its first public clothing swap
Posted by Cullen Lea on Fri, Mar 4, 2011 at 3:30 PM
If you’re a lady looking to lessen the clutter in your closet, then visit the first public Re-Trend Clothing Swap at Tin Roof.
Re-Trend, a guerilla women’s clothing swap run by local fashionistas, is accepting clothing of all shapes, colors, and sizes. They are also welcoming accessories such as purses, belts, and scarves. Re-Trend does ask that the clothing be clean and free of any rips or stains.
At arrival, you will receive a voucher for the number of items you brought. You will be able to swap for exactly the number of items on the voucher. If you want more clothing than you are allotted, extra items cost $3 a piece. As you leave, Re-Trend will count the number of items and check off your voucher.
We all know that clothes swapping can become an intense experience, so drink specials and snacks will be available. All leftover clothing will be donated to Sea Island Habitat for Humanity to help raise money for their annual Women’s Build.
Get there and get swapping. You’ll feel better afterwards.
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