Archive for July 31st, 2010
Pocket squares? Meh.
Saturday, July 31st, 2010
Let's contemplate mortality.
Stylerant notes that ironic prom season is underway. Because nothing could be more fun than, as an adult, going back to the time in your life when you were insecure about sex and spent good family income on an outfit you’d wear one time. Which would be different than today, how?
Tomorrow’s Easter, too. Maybe you’re planning to wear your pastel spring suit out into the world, darken the doors of church with your Mom, and eat ham and deviled eggs in the afternoon.
Either way, this is 100 times better than a pocket square: a lapel pin with a little pygmy skull on it. Pop it into the buttonhole of your seersucker frock and demonstrate some whimsy as the kids get jacked on peeps and Cadbury eggs.
Happy Easter, and enjoy the prom. Don’t forget to carry a you-know-what in your pocket or purse.
What Our Office is Buzzing About!
Saturday, July 31st, 2010Being the crazed shopaholics that we are here at ShopAcrossTexas, our office is constantly buzzing about new stores, new lines and new products, so we thought we’d share our current obsessions with you…
New and Improved: GapBodyFit
Do you remember Gap’s line of “activewear” from a few years back? If not, allow us to refresh your memory: It was far more akin to loungewear or pajamas than it was to proper workout apparel. But no more! Gap has acquired activewear company Athleta and is now rolling out fierce gym-wear that will give lululemon a run for her money. With moisture-wicking materials and perfectly-placed pockets, we’re already sold on GapBodyFit, but we officially fell hard when we checked out the pricing: .50-.50 for pants and hoodies/jackets, .50-.95 for shorts and skirts, and – for sports bras. Run on, people. Run on.
Anthropologie’s Wedding Remix: BHLDN
Anthropologie has come to the rescue of modern and non-traditional brides everywhere with its new bridal line, BHLDN–that’s “beholden” sans vowels. Wedding gowns, offered in various lengths, prints and colors, are priced from ,000-,000, but that’s not all! BHLDN also includes regular ol’ special occasion frocks that are perfect for bridesmaids and wedding guests. Those babies run from 0-0 a pop. The line also includes veils, (exquisite) shoes and wraps, but will grow to include everything from cake pedestals to place cards. For now, the line is sold exclusively online at BHLDN.com, but there will be 2-3 brick-and-mortar locations by 2012.
Designer Collaboration: Matthew Williamson for Macy’s
Remember a couple of summer back when Matthew Williamson did a capsule collection for H&M? Well if you weren’t lucky enough to snag those looks, you’re in luck! Mr. Williamson is launching a diffusion line for Macy’s in stores and online on April 13. Yes, this April 13. Mark your calendars now. The line will capture an effortless glamour and MW’s signature propensity for bold prints and strong color. Expect to see about 30 pieces that include embellished dresses, printed scarves, blouses and day-to-evening rompers, with prices starting at just . Dresses max out at 0, but there is a sure-to-be-coveted leather jacket that will ring in at 0. We die.
Cheeky Greeting Cards: Southern Fried Paper
We’ll give you a minute to swoon over the downright inspired name of this stationery line. Created by SMU alum and East Texas native Chelsea Carpenter, Southern Fried Paper came about as a result of being unsuccessful in finding the modern, stylish invites she had envisioned. SFP offers all the cool, quip-y greeting cards you’ve always dreamed of finding at Hallmark, but never have. With messages like “I love you more than Facebook” and “Have your people call my people,” the greeting cards are mad cute, but you can also ask to have your own design or saying whipped up into a notecard,etc. 99% of the line’s products are printed in Dallas on paper purchased in Dallas. Shop local, y’all. Contact SFP directly for custom invites and/or stationary orders, but you can buy the retail line of greeting cards online or at these stores.