Black Friday Sales

Honestly I have never even really tried to do shop on Black Friday for fear of being run over by over ambitious shoppers and crowded mall parking lots.  But, if you want the benefit of Black Friday sales without the fear of injury, I suggest trying to shop at some local stores.  Your chances of being run over by a shopping cart at a local boutique are slim to none.

Here are some of the local boutique Black Friday sales that will be going on this weekend:

Recap: Fall Fashion Show with Hem, Stanton, and Estilo

Thursday night I went to the Fall Fashion Show put on by Hem Jeans, Stanton, and Estilo.   The fashion show was hosted at Embellish Nail Salon & Boutique in Westlake.  Seeing as I'm not a wealthy mom, I don't spend much time in that area of town, so it was kinda fun to hang out in a different area.  

The Embellish here was a lot bigger, a lot pinker (pink walls pink ceiling, pink everything),  and had a lot more accessories than the Embellish in the Triangle.  They actually had a cute selection of shoes and accessories including jewelry, sunglasses, wallets, and more. 

Hem and Stanton Fashion Events

Hem Jeans and Stanton Clothing Co. are having 2 fashion events this week.

First, Hem and Stanton are teaming up with Estilo to bring you a Fall Fashion Show this Thursday hosted by Embellish Nails & Boutique.  There will be complimentary cocktails and cupcakes (whoo!).  They will also be giving out swag bags to the first 75 guests and everyone can enjoy 20% off any purchases.  DJ Johnny Bravvo (does Johnny Bravvo with two v's look like Johnny Bravo the cartoon?) will be providing the music.

Stars and Stripes

  

I went around to the local boutiques and found some 4th of July inspired fashion.  Now, I'm not suggesting you wear a handful of these pieces together for this weekend, unless you want to look like you just stepped off an Uncle Sam parade float.  However, most of these pieces could be worn separately year round.  I especially am in love with the navy and white striped dress from Stanton.  It's a perfect representation of the Austin "casually chic" vibe because it looks quite chic but is made out of a comfortable cotton and feels as comfy as a worn in tee.

 

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Stanton Grand Opening Party Recap

Conquerors of the denim world of Austin, sisters Loree and Aimee have branched out from their jean store Hem to venture into clothing other than denim.  Stanton clothing company carries clothes for both women and men.  The sisters wanted to create a shop that was for the everyday woman and man with affordable clothes including dresses, tanks, tops, and some jewelry for the gals and casual polos, button downs, and shorts for the guys.

Stanton Grand Opening

You know that jean store on W.12th St called hem?  Well if you don't, you should check them out if you are looking for high quality denim.  Hem carries high end denim brands for both women and men including True Religion, J.Brand, People's Liberation, and more.  One of the coolest things about hem is that they have a vintage department and if you donate your gently used premium denim you receive a $30 credit to use in the store.