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Step Into Snider Plaza’s Uber Cool Cicada Collection

Walking into Cicada Collection for the first time is like leaving the state. A hiatus from all the colorful, college-friendly shops surrounding it in Snider Plaza, this Santa Fe-based boutique caters to the confident and fashion-forward. No, not the trendy girls who buy the latest designer garments off the mannequins, but the risk-takers, the high-low mixers, and the ladies who love quality more than a designer logo. Owners Irina Ross and Anne Mulvaney stock a monochromatic palette of architectural pieces from German-based Ivan Grundahl, Icelandic Elm Design, San Francisco’s Harput’s Own, and other off-the-grid designers. Cynthia Barnhouse, (who looked effortlessly cool in structured white skirt and denim jacket during my visit) manages the Dallas boutique and has a hand in tailoring the spring selection to Dallas’ hot summers. Expect to find prices worthy of collectible pieces: $98 for tanks and tees up to $826 for off-the-runway skirts.

Accessories are in small numbers, but great. An ombre scarf, a black and white satchel, a pleated ruffle harness (in. love.), and studded belts by Beryll.

KEEP READING FOR MORE PHOTOS, INCLUDING A TO-DIE-FOR LITTLE BACK DRESS WITH A SHEER CAPE.
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posted by Raya Ramsey | April 19th, 2012 11:45am | filed under Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Today’s To Dos: Bag-for-Facial Swap and Brad Goreski Go-See

You can do all kinds of fun things today: swap a purse for a treatment at Facelogic (yes!) and say hello to Brad Goreski at his book signing in West Village (sweet!).

Head over to Facelogic with your retired (or new!) profesional style purses and jewelry as a donation to Attitudes & Attire, and redeem a $29 Glam Microdermabrasion Treatment voucher. (It’s usually $79.) If doing good isn’t enough to get you there, perhaps a few treats and drinks on the spa will do it.  (You only have to bring one item, but let’s be honest, cleaning out the closet won’t kill you.) 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

Stop by Brooks Brothers in West Village, where Brad will be stationed, signing his book Born to Be Brad: My Life and Style, So Far. 5 pm to 7 pm

posted by Raya Ramsey | April 18th, 2012 12:30pm | filed under Uncategorized | (0) Comments »

Breaking News: Hand Painted Collegiate TOMS for Grad Gifts

Mizzou-themed TOMS (photo courtesy of Amy)

Amy Severson from Sevy’s Grill just alerted me to her cool new purchase: a pair of hand-painted, college-themed TOMS. Blossoming entrepreneur, Molly Fisher, only 19 years old, started Painted Pairs, a customization business personalizing TOMS shoes with paint jobs. It sounds simple as pie. Send Molly the size of shoes with a description of the design you’re looking for, and voila! She’ll begin and send you a proof for review. Expect to pay $50 for the famous buy-one-get-one shoes,  $30 for the artwork, and $5 postage if they’re being shipped. (If you already have a pair of TOMS you want used, it’s no problem. Send them her way.) Collegiate footwear will make a perfect graduating gift for high schoolers and TOMS lovers (like this Texas Tech pair), but Molly can handle a variety of motifs (sorority? game day apparel?). To get your paws on a pair, email Molly Fisher at paintedpairs@gmail.com.

On an unrelated note, I just discovered Sevy’s has a new happy hour every weekday with $7 glasses of wine from 5 pm to 7 pm in the bar, lounge, or patio. Patio, please.

posted by Raya Ramsey | April 18th, 2012 10:37am | filed under Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Fashion’s Living Canvas: A Recap

Guests anxiously awaiting the next look. (photography by William Neal)

If you missed Fashion’s Living Canvas last week, allow me to fill you in on what you missed. Pink champagne, six emerging local designers and their creations, a runway show emceed by LeeAnne Locken and Steve Kemble, a live auction, and an after party at Gossip Bar. (And a black silk trench with a pleated black and white back that I can’t stop thinking about.) Jump for full recap.

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posted by Raya Ramsey | April 17th, 2012 2:15pm | filed under Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Why We Love BCBG Even More Than We Did Last Week

(from left) Hereith dress, $498; Iris dress, $398; Nasha dress, $598

Lubov Azria spins for StyleSheet

Over the weekend, Lubov Azria, creative director for BCBG Max Azria (and Herve Leger) stopped in town to chitchat about the spring collection, give a little love to the brand’s most loyal locals, and shed some light on the brand’s inner workings. I’ve always liked BCBG’s knack for flattering frocks and fun prints, but I didn’t know anything about the family-oriented company. A cocktail reception and screening of the spring 2012 RTW show was following by lunch with Lubov, a few of her staff members, and Dallas BCBG lovers. Attendees shared their favorite BCBG-related moments and nearly everyone cried. Seriously. There is so much love for the company and the designers of the brand, it was inspiring. My favorite story shared was Lubov’s own. She told the team of an experience in a dressing room of a fancy department store long ago. She found the perfect dress, she tried it on, she fell in love, she flipped the price tag, and her heart sank. She felt unworthy. That shame led her to decide then and there, if she ever became a designer, she would never make a dress that expensive. And she stayed true to her word. BCBG MaxAzria spring 2012 pieces ring up at under $1,000.

Check out the collection’s heavily colorblocking, inspired by 70s tracksuits. You’ll find a lot of dresses with flowing skirts, peek-a-boo pops of color, sheer paneling, and slices of exposed shoulders and cutout necklace lines. My favorites are above. They’re slowly rolling out into the NorthPark store, so look at the full collection and call to find the ETA of your favorites.

Update: Spring 2012 runway pieces hitting stores at the end of May!

posted by Raya Ramsey | April 17th, 2012 11:01am | filed under Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

See Why Beehive is One of Dallas’ Top Shops (Well, Fort Worth’s)

Spring's bright colors make you happy to be shopping (and even happier when you see their price tags). (photography by Alex Ham)

Our photography excursion through some of Dallas’ best off-the-grid shops continues. In past weeks, CABANA, Original Octane, and Piermarini. This week’s stop: Beehive.

Remember I told you all about Beehive in February?

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posted by Raya Ramsey | April 16th, 2012 4:25pm | filed under Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Where to Shop in Dallas This Weekend

nordstrom, jimmy choo, stanley korshak, hamilton, will rogers memorial center, dallas shopping, shopping in dallas, where to shop in dallas this weekend, fort worth shopping, belvest, Spivey LLC, barneys, NARS, Dolly Johnson Antique and Art ShowWorld of Jimmy Choo Spring Event: Nordstrom at NorthPark is giving shoe lovers everywhere a reason to be excited this weekend. Not only can you browse the spring 2012 collection, but they are also having some snacks and live music.

Stanley Korshak Trunk Shows: If you have some time to kill this weekend, Stanley Korshak is the place to be. (Isn’t it always?) You can check out three great trunk shows today and tomorrow and they are ones that the men will love. Shop Hamilton‘s dress shirts and Spivey LLC’s fabulous cuff links. You can even meet Megan Spivey, the designer. And, Belvest is bringing an assortment of their luxurious suit styles in plenty of fabrics.

Barneys NARS Makeup Event: Browsing Barneys is always a joy. But today and tomorrow its even better than usual. You can check out NARS Better Than Bare Makeup, a new line that makes your skin feel light and airy. So check out these barely-there cosmetics and chat with Barneys beauty experts.

Dolly Johnson Antique and Art Show: Ok, I know it’s all the way in Fort Worth, but this expansive antique and art show is a must-see this weekend. Drop by the Will Rogers Memorial Center today until 7 or tomorrow from 9 am to 5 pm for a look at some unique pieces. It’s $7 at the door. Plus, tonight there is a Happy Hour Party with BBQ, live music, and drinks. Can you really pass that up?

posted by Jessica Acklen | March 9th, 2012 11:41am | filed under Uncategorized | (0) Comments »

Where to Shop in Dallas This Weekend

Gypsy Wagons’ Swap and Flea: Plan a trip to Gypsy Wagon this Saturday. They have selected 20 vendors, who are bringing plenty of treasures for you to dig through from 11 am to 5 pm. Not only can you grab a quick bite from one of the two food trucks that will be there, you can take advantage of the Swap and Flea to grab some eclectic and original finds.

Estée Lauder National Makeup Artist Event: Neiman Marcus is giving the gift of beauty until 6 pm today. You can check out this event and meet Estée Lauder Makeup Artist Derek Miller. Browse deals and Estée Lauder’s newest collection. You can also enter to win some of the fabulous new collection here in our ShopTalk giveaway.

Brahmin’s Treat Yourself Savings: The clock is ticking. You have from now until January 31 to get 40% off of select items at Brahmin at the Galleria. Don’t miss your chance to shop the beautiful Brahmin bags during this sale.

posted by Jessica Acklen | January 27th, 2012 1:52pm | filed under Shopping, Uncategorized | (0) Comments »

Enjoy Shopping and Avoid January’s Financial “Holiday Hangover.” Here’s How.

I had a couple readers write in asking how to budget for giftees on their “nice” list, so I went straight to the expert, Janet Fresquéz, Armor Wealth Management financial advisor, for the best advice I could find. (Remember Janet? We spilled her purse in August.) She’s got tips and tricks to help you avoid what she calls “The Holiday Hangover” come January. From Janet:

Budgeting for Christmas shopping now may sound like a chore but it can be the lifeline you need to avoid crazy January debt and what I call “The Holiday Hangover.” Typically, when a person goes Christmas shopping and there is no budget, this gives the illusion of having no limits, and no limits often leads to overspending and credit card bills that hurt. Designing a budget helps you to avoid all of that and can keep the happiness of the Christmas holidays lasting well into the New Year.

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posted by Raya Ramsey | November 23rd, 2011 2:41pm | filed under Uncategorized | (0) Comments »

Escape the Holiday Chaos. Get One of These Spirited Spa Treatments

Found this holiday mani on flickr. (Click to see more festive designs by panphila.)

One of the best things about the holidays? Holiday-themed spa treatments, of course. Check out our roundup of candy cane-inspired pedis and pumpkin spiced facials. Follow the jump.

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posted by Bailey Powell | November 21st, 2011 11:40am | filed under Holiday, Spas & salons, Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Guilt Free Fur? That’s the Idea at Iteratti in Dallas

"Guilt free" options include a squirrel wrap, a raccoon coat, and a mink stole. (photography courtesy of Iteratti.com)

I’m not sure there’s that much guilt in Dallas about wearing fur, but for those who do question the life of the furry creature that provided his or her coat, you might welcome the opening of Iteratti at The Prashe Showroom. Vintage furs are recycled, refurbished with a green satin lining, and sold without harming a hair on the head of another squirrel, mink, fox, raccoon, or badger. (Yes, even badgers are coveted for their chic outer layer.) I like the idea of preventing more animal cruelty, but I’m a bit worried that people are often fashion sheep. You see one person wearing a fur (vintage or new) and think, “Hey! Furs are in. I’m going to buy me one.” But maybe that’s too negative? In any case, I’m not judging. My great-grandfather was a furrier. (Not to be confused with a furry.) Shop the new boutique for stoles, wraps, jackets, and full-length coats that run from $800 to $5,000.

posted by Raya Ramsey | November 17th, 2011 5:15pm | filed under Uncategorized | 2 Comments »

It’s a Dog’s Life: Upcoming Tricks & Treats for Toto

Some of my fav dog costumes online.

It’s all about the pups this weekend. We’ve gathered info on shopping West Village with your dogs, a new luxe pet boarder in DFW Airport, and dog parties in the Arts District.

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posted by Raya Ramsey | October 27th, 2011 3:38pm | filed under Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Enter to Win Laser Hair Removal

Just because it’s almost sweater season does not mean you can skimp on shaving. Better yet, win our laser hair removal package and never shave again! Enter below.

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posted by Mary Burford | October 5th, 2011 4:16pm | filed under Uncategorized | 2 Comments »

Where to Shop in Dallas This Weekend

Less is not more: More is more! Sebastian’s in Snider Plaza proves this with their annual two-for-one sale. Head in this weekend and purchase one of their regularly priced designer pieces and get another (at that price or less) for FREE! We’re not kidding. See for yourself Friday or Saturday from 10am to 6pm.

Birds of a Feather: For all you looking to get in on one of the summer’s hot new trends, KidBiz in Preston Center will hook you up. During their Feather Extension Party you’ll get the new look just in time for all your weekend plans. Head-featherings will be held on Friday from 2pm to 4pm and Saturday from 1pm to 4pm.

Flying solo at Mockingbird Station: No date for Friday night? No problem. Celebrate being solo at the Single in the City event in Mockingbird Station. From 8pm to 11pm you can mingle to music while enjoying food and cocktails from some of The Station’s finest. View the latest summer trends from Centre Boutique and stick around for an art-and-fashion silent auction afterward. Proceeds from the evening will benefit Falling Whistles, a campaign for peace on Congo.

Hostess with the Mostess: Now that summer has officially arrived and the Fourth of July is just around the corner, it’s high time to purchase your party-hosting essentials. Swoozies in Preston Center has all the koozies, festive food trays, and invitations you’ll need for a successful soiree. Many of their products will be 50 percent off their regular price during the weekend.

Bridal Bonanza: Yet another mother-of-all Bridal Sample Sales is happening this weekend at Warren Barron in Highland Park Village. With gowns by Vera Wang and Oscar De La Renta hanging on the racks, this sale is not for the faint of heart. Bridal Buzz has the scoop.

posted by Katie Day | June 24th, 2011 3:18pm | filed under Shopping, Uncategorized | (0) Comments »

Shop like an “Indie Genuis” at this Weekend’s Bazaar

Has your grandmother ever dragged you to a flea market, auction or garage sale that was a complete waste of your time? Ok, well this is nothing like that. Indie Genius, the super hip micro-boutique shop near the Bishop Arts District is hosting Indie Genuis, The Bazaar this Saturday and Sunday. The event is featuring 80 vendors, will be set up inside and outside, and it’s going to be chock-full of “handmade and vintage” goodies. Need a present for an upcoming grad? Gotta revamp your accessories collection? Just want to do something fun and different? Make up whatever excuse you need to, but you so don’t want to miss out on this.

posted by Maggie.Ashworth | April 6th, 2011 2:33pm | filed under Events, Shopping, Uncategorized | (0) Comments »

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